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Men’s Soccer to Honor Seniors, Wear Pink for October 18 Matchup Against Central Maine

October 14, 2026

Fort Kent, ME (Oct. 14, 2026) - The University of Maine at Fort Kent men’s soccer team will celebrate its seniors and take the field for a meaningful cause when the Bengals host Central Maine Community College on Sunday, October 18, at 4 p.m. at Michael Simon Field. Senior Day will recognize the dedication, leadership and contributions of the student-athletes who have helped...

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UMFK Men’s Soccer Storms Back From Two-Goal Deficit to Defeat UMaine Presque Isle, 4–2

October 7, 2026

Presque Isle, ME (Oct. 7, 2026) - The University of Maine at Fort Kent men’s soccer team delivered a dominant second-half response Tuesday afternoon, erasing a two-goal halftime deficit and scoring four unanswered goals to defeat rival University of Maine at Presque Isle, 4–2, at Park Family Field. The victory moved UMFK to 3-2-1 on the season and showcased the Bengals’ ability to...

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UMFK’s Stephenson and Francis score 1 each, but Beavers earn tie on penalty kick 

September 27, 2026

Farmington, ME (Sep. 27, 2026) - The University of Maine at Fort Kent women’s soccer team delivered a relentless attacking performance Sunday afternoon, overcoming a halftime deficit and scoring twice during the closing 15 minutes to earn a 2-2 draw against the University of Maine at Farmington. UMFK controlled the match statistically, outshooting the Beavers 23-7 and placing 16 attempts on goal...

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Bengals Dominate Central Maine in Commanding 5-1 Road Victory

September 25, 2026

Auburn, ME (Sep. 25, 2026) - UMFK unleashes 43 shots and earns 11 corner kicks while improving to 6-3 Four Bengals found the net as the UMFK women’s soccer team delivered a dominant offensive performance Thursday afternoon, defeating Central Maine Community College 5-1 in Auburn. Playing for the second time in less than 24 hours, the Bengals controlled the match from start to...

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UMFK Names Thomas “TC” Fairfield Head Baseball Coach

September 24, 2026

Fort Kent, ME (Sep. 24, 2026) - Veteran coach brings 15 years of experience in player development, recruiting and program building to Fort Kent University of Maine at Fort Kent Director of Athletics Becky Carlson has announced the appointment of Thomas “TC” Fairfield as the new head coach of the UMFK baseball program. Fairfield brings 15 years of coaching experience spanning NCAA Division I...

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UMFK Athletics Launches Bengal Buddies

September 24, 2026

Fort Kent, ME (Sep. 24, 2026) - The University of Maine at Fort Kent Athletics Department has launched its first-ever Bengal Buddies program, a community initiative designed to connect UMFK student-athletes and teams with young people throughout the St. John Valley. Director of Athletics Becky Carlson announced the program as part of the department’s growing commitment to strengthening relationships between Bengal Athletics and...

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Bengals Push Southern Maine to the Limit in 4-3 Road Battle

September 24, 2026

Gorham, ME (Sep. 24, 2026) - The University of Maine at Fort Kent women’s soccer team delivered one of its most determined performances of the season Wednesday afternoon, building a halftime advantage and twice holding the lead before the University of Southern Maine rallied late for a narrow 4-3 victory at Hannaford Field. Madi Martin led the Bengals’ attack with two goals,...

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Bengals Show Firepower and Resolve in 3-3 Draw at Keene State

September 24, 2026

Keene, NH (Sep. 24, 2026) - The UMFK men’s soccer team delivered a determined attacking performance Tuesday afternoon, scoring three times and twice taking the lead in the second half before settling for a thrilling 3-3 draw against Keene State.  UMFK established its attacking presence early, outshooting the Owls 4-2 during the opening 15 minutes. Goalkeeper Boliver Owusu kept Keene State...

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Carlson Hired as New UMFK Athletic Director

September 10, 2026

Fort Kent, ME (Sep. 10, 2026) - The University of Maine at Fort Kent (UMFK) has named three-time national championship coach Becky Carlson its director of athletics. Carlson brings more than two decades of coaching, leadership and advocacy experience to the Bengals after building Quinnipiac University’s National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I women’s rugby program from the ground up. Under Carlson’s leadership,...

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UMFK Women’s Soccer Defeats St. Thomas, Captures Battle of the Border Cup

September 5, 2026

Fort Kent, ME (Sep. 5, 2026) - The University of Maine at Fort Kent women’s soccer team completed a two-game sweep of the St. Thomas University Tommies with a 4-1 victory Saturday, securing the Battle of the Border Cup. The Bengals opened the competition Friday with a 2-1 win. Madi Martin and Ashley Tomlinson scored for UMFK to give the Bengals their first...

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