The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

Hockey seniors look ahead

Alexander Benoit April 21, 2015

Men’s hockey seniors seem to be making a splash in pro hockey, even while we’re still in school. Captain Mike Paliotta is enjoying his time with the NHL’s Blackhawks, playing in one game so far...

2014-2015: A year in highlights

April 21, 2015

This year, varsity sports teams experienced season changing moments, incredible victories and highlight reel worthy plays. From Gutterson Fieldhouse to the ski slopes of Lake Placid, New York, members...

Men’s hockey looking for next team captain

Alexander Benoit and Shane Town April 8, 2015

Brady Shaw: Sophomore, 6'1", 200 lbs   Invited to Montreal Canadiens Development Camp in the summer of 2013 Ranked third on the team among freshmen in goal scoring in 2013 Spent the majority...

Men’s lacrosse awards special jersey

Freddy Fields March 31, 2015

To many, there’s nothing unusual about junior lacrosse goalie Patrick Buono’s number 30 on his uniform. But for those with close ties to the Catamounts’ lacrosse program, the significance of the...

Cats eliminated in semifinals

March 24, 2015

It was a tough season this year for the UVM men’s hockey team. The Cats began their season with a record of 14-3-1, which included separate four- and seven-game winning streaks.They also won their first...

Men’s hockey off to semifinals

Alexander Benoit March 18, 2015

It started with 12 teams, now four remain. Down four goals in game one of the three game series  this past weekend against the Boston College Eagles, Vermont looked as if it was headed for the exits,...

Next great Catamount

Alexander Benoit February 24, 2015

You may not know his name yet, but defenseman Jacob Kearley of the Langley Rivermen will soon be a household name in the Vermont hockey community. The Rivermen produced current UVM hockey sensation sophomore...

Demand for hockey tickets on the rise

Demand for hockey tickets on the rise

Erik Francken February 3, 2015

The UVM men’s hockey team is in the midst of one of their best seasons to date. Although the Catamounts recently lost both games against the No. 3 Boston University, they have posted an impressive 15-9-2...

Men’s hockey ends weekend winless against the Huskies

Alexander Benoit January 20, 2015

It was clear that Head Coach Kevin Sneddon was not happy with the men’s ice hockey performance against unranked Northeastern University. Vermont lost the game 4-1. “Northeastern’s effort was incredible...

Former Catamounts in the NHL

Former Catamounts in the NHL

Cam Panepinto January 18, 2015

While many Catamounts have taken the ice in a blur of green and gold, several players now wear different colors for professional teams around the country. Among the men’s hockey alumni, six players...

UVM fails to capture cup: A look at the history of UVMs Catamount Cup and this past tournament

UVM fails to capture cup: A look at the history of UVM’s Catamount Cup and this past tournament

Alexander Benoit January 13, 2015

Catamount Cup has become a staple in the hockey culture of New England. The original four teams invited were the University of New Hampshire, Dartmouth College, Northeastern University and the hosting...

Cats victorious in Hockey East series

Cats victorious in Hockey East series

Alexander Benoit December 9, 2014

A trip to the University of Maine Nov. 28-29 to face the Black Bears resulted in the Catamounts taking all four possible points in the Hockey East series. Game one saw junior goalie Brody Hoffman start...

Load More Stories
Activate Search
UVM Men’s Hockey