In another sign that the 2026 football season is already creeping closer and closer, we’ve got some kickoff times. On Wednesday, the CAA released game times for all of its conference games. Sacred Heart joins the group this year, making it five New England teams in arguably the toughest FCS conference in the country. Here’s the weekly game times and matchups for UNH, Maine, URI, Bryant and the Pioneers (not…
Brookfield hires Louie D’Arcangelo as new coach
The Brookfield High School football program has officially entered a new era with the appointment of Louie D’Arcangelo as head coach for the 2026 season.
UConn Pro Day recap
By Andy Close NEFJ Correspondent STORRS — Star wide receiver Skyler Bell and quarterback Joe Fagnano were the headliners in a group that included over 20 prospects at UConn football’s annual Pro Day. Most of the prospects ran the 40, went through the three-cone and short shuttle drill, and then to positional workouts. Fagnano threw to a group that included Bell, fellow receivers Reymello Murphy and Christopher Parker, and tight…
Tucker & MacCormack III talk repping for New England while at BC
Images courtesy of BC Athletics CHESTNUT HILL – There are plenty of local guys on the BC roster ready to show out for friends and family, but two in particular could have a major impact on both offense and defense this season. Defensively, former CM star and defensive back Max Tucker is now entering year four at The Heights. He’s now one of the bonafide leaders on defense – especially…
Everything that stood out from Joe Harasymiak’s 1st spring practice press conference
AMHERST – After an 0-12 season, there’s nowhere to go but up for UMass. Fans have seemingly been saying that for two decades now, but it’s actually true at this point. The Minutemen were the butt of jokes throughout 2025 both locally and nationally. But, after dipping into the transfer portal, making some staff changes and trying to re-establish the culture he began putting in place this time last year,…
UMass unveils 2026 schedule
The Joe Harasymiak Era got off to a rough start, but the Minutemen have a ton of turnover and there’s a quiet confidence among the program that things are in fact getting better, Not only did UMass open up spring practice on Tuesday, but the full 2026 schedule was also unveiled. A sign that the page has truly been turned. Here’s how the schedule shakes out: Thursday, Sept. 3 at…
Rhode Island Pro Day Recap
SMITHFIELD- 15 plus scouts descended on the campus of Bryant University on Monday afternoon to watch players from Bryant, Rhode Island and Brown workout.
UMass 2026 Spring Practice Preview
Year two of the Joe Harasymiak era kicks off this morning in Amherst with the opening of spring practice for the UMass Minutemen. After enduring arguably the worst season in program history, Harasymiak and his staff are ready to move on and turn things around.
Underclassman Spotlight: Liam Conlon, LB, Tabor Academy
We got a chance to chat with former Catholic Memorial linebacker Liam Conlon recently for our Underclassmen Spotlight. Conlon, who has been one of the best defensive players in the state the last two years has decided transfer and will be attending Tabor Academy in the fall.
Patriots release Josh Dobbs in a series of roster moves
Photo via @Patriots on X The Patriots continued their offseason recalibration on Monday, announcing a series of personnel moves that bolster their depth on both sides of the ball while signaling a change in the quarterback room. The team officially signed veteran tackle James Hudson III and cornerback Kindle Vildor, while simultaneously parting ways with veteran quarterback Joshua Dobbs. Hudson III joins the Patriots following a five-season career that has…