The Amherst College men's ice hockey team delivered a decisive performance to close its regular season, securing a NESCAC playoff berth with back-to-back victories over Middlebury and Williams. On February 20, the Mammoths ended a four-game losing streak by defeating Middlebury 3-0, powered by strong special teams play and two breakaway goals. The following day, Amherst continued its momentum with a commanding 6-0 win against archrival Williams, highlighted by three third-period goals. These victories ensure the Mammoths advance to the postseason, a significant turnaround after recent struggles.
In women's basketball, Amherst advanced to the NESCAC semifinals with a convincing 77-55 victory over Connecticut College. The Mammoths, showing their depth and resilience, controlled the game and secured their place in the next round of the tournament. The team looks to build on this success as they prepare for their upcoming semifinal matchup.
The men's basketball team, however, saw its NESCAC Championship hopes dashed in the quarterfinals. Amherst, the No. 4 seed, was outpaced by Bates College, falling 70-59. Despite a strong first half, the Mammoths were unable to contain Bates' second-half surge, ending their tournament run.
Both Amherst squash teams faced tough competition against Drexel to conclude their regular seasons. The women's team, ranked ninth nationally, fell 9-0 to the 12th-ranked Dragons but remains in a strong position to qualify for the CSA National Team Championships. The men's team, ranked 14th, also faced defeat, losing 8-1 to Drexel. With an 11-6 record, the men's squad now turns its focus to the upcoming CSA Divisional Team Championships in Philadelphia.