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Marie-Philip Poulin (29) wins the opening face-off of overtime.

GALLERY: Boston Fleet dock at sold-out Agganis Arena

Holly Gustavsen March 9, 2025
The Boston Fleet of the Professional Women’s Hockey League played its first game at Agganis Arena Saturday.
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist

OP-ED: BU hockey’s reputation alone isn’t enough to sustain a community

Guest Writer April 22, 2024
I implore current students as well as representatives from notable BU departments to come together this offseason and declare a multi-year joint vision for improving school spirit at BU. This should start with the men’s hockey team, which has a storied tradition, talent and excitement that more students should experience.
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist

Beanpot tournament inaccessibility exposes gender inequality in BU hockey culture | Editorial

Editors February 1, 2024
With the Beanpot being such an essential and famed part of the student community and culture in Boston, it must become more accessible to the people who wish to attend, especially if we want to boost support for women’s sports. 
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

I’m Hock-Gay for ‘Check, Please!’ | You Had Me At ‘It’s Gay’

Kal Hawley October 10, 2023
“Check, Please!” is a comic about Eric “Bitty” Bittle, a closeted figure skater turned hockey player who attends the fictional Samwell University in Samwell, MA. It will have you grinning ear-to-ear from a sweet romantic moment and then gut punch you with the most poignant and deep introspection on what being queer and falling in love truly means.
The Boston University men’s ice hockey team during the Beanpot consolation game on Feb. 13, 2023. Hockey season starts back up in the fall. HUI-EN LIN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Old and new hockey fans reflect on community experience

faithfronduto June 8, 2023
For some, being a fan of Boston University hockey means a whole lot more than just cheering on their Terriers. It's a way of life and something that ties you to every other diehard fan that's ever stepped foot in Agganis Arena.
Boston University forward Caitlin Weimar (11) drives to the hoop during the 2023 Patriot League finals. The women’s basketball team ended the regular season with a 22-7 record. HUI-EN LIN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Division I Terriers gear up for Fall 2023

Austin Chen June 7, 2023
Boston University boasts 24 varsity teams that compete in the NCAA’s Division I across the fall and spring semesters. Here’s what to know about some of the teams that will compete during the fall semester.
Roller hockey

Roller hockey team goes to nationals after incredible regular season

Gracie Davenport May 2, 2023
After a dominant regular season run, BU’s Division III roller hockey team punched their ticket to the National Collegiate Roller Hockey Association National Championships.
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

Off the Post: Florida Panthers dominate Bruins in major NHL upset

Belle Fraser May 1, 2023
The Florida Panthers sent home the record-breaking Boston Bruins in the first round of the 2023 NHL Playoffs.
Haley Alvarez-Lauto | Senior Graphic Artist

The Boston Marathon: The spirit of springtime

Andrew DiBiasio March 29, 2023
Call me biased because I ran cross country all four years of high school, but nothing is more consistent when it comes to surrounding the spirit of Boston athletics with magic than the Boston Marathon.
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

Off the Post: NHL’s biggest trades before the deadline

Belle Fraser March 1, 2023
With superstar players on the move, many NHL teams made big splashes in a wild 2023 NHL trade deadline.
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

Off the Post: Chris Drury — the humble hero

Belle Fraser January 25, 2023
Former BU men's ice hockey standout and New York Ranger built a legendary career as an athlete. He now continues his legacy off the ice.
Hockey Issue

Eight years after Frozen Four: beat reporters make their way into sports industry

Daily Free Press Staff January 23, 2023
After getting their starts as beat reporters with the Boston Hockey Blog and the Daily Free Press, three BU alumni have forged their own paths in the professional sports industry and beyond.
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