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Maryland women’s soccer 2026 season preview

Maryland women’s soccer hit rock bottom in 2024 before head coach Michael Marchiano was put in charge midseason. In Marchiano’s first full year leading the program, there were plenty of signs of improvement. But the Terps still have a long road ahead in 2026. Back-to-back conference wins against Indiana and Purdue were the apex of […]

MM 8.14: Maryland women’s lacrosse’s Kori Edmondson and JJ Suriano named to training camp roster

As it prepares for the Pan-American Sixes Lacrosse Championships, the U.S. women’s national team named its 22-person roster for the first of two training camps. The squad featured two Maryland women’s lacrosse players. Kori Edmondson, a member of the World Lacrosse Championships team, played sparingly during the U.S.’s gold medal run. But the midfielder produced […]

MM 8.13: Maryland athletics receives $15 million donation from Stephen M. Schanwald

One of Maryland athletics’ biggest donors is sending another $15 million to athletic director Jim Smith. According to a press release from the university, the money will primarily fund a new, state-of-the-art golf performance center on the university campus. Some of it will also go towards the expansion of the Stephen M. Schanwald Sports Management […]

Maryland DE Zahir Mathis reportedly suffers season-ending injury

Maryland football’s Zahir Mathis suffered an injury during training camp Tuesday that will rule him out for the entire 2026 season, according to a team spokesperson. The sophomore edge rusher was expected to be a starter for the Terps this season alongside fellow sophomore Sidney Stewart, who he teamed up with during the 2025 season […]

MM 8.12. 2 former Maryland men’s lacrosse players selected to Pan-American roster

Maryland men’s lacrosse alumni Luke Wierman and AJ Larkin will join the U.S. Men’s National Team at the inaugural Pan-American Men’s Lacrosse Championship in Jamaica. The duo were named to the 22-player roster announced on Aug. 5. Wierman won more than 60% of his faceoffs across his four years at Maryland. The West Chester, Pennsylvania […]

MM 8.11: Maryland men’s lacrosse alumni donate $1 million for facility upgrades

Former Maryland men’s lacrosse players Scott and Craig Hochstadt donated $1 million to their former program, marking the latest significant alumni donation across Maryland athletics. The generous donation is intended to be put towards off-the-field costs for the Terps, including meeting rooms, practice facilities and a landmark celebrating the team’s storied history; a history the […]

MM 8.10: Maryland baseball hires Sal Colangelo as general manager

Sal Colangelo, a longtime Bethesda Big Train manager in the Cal Ripken Sr. Collegiate Baseball League, was named Maryland baseball’s new general manager on Friday.  Colangelo brings more than 27 years of coaching experience with the Big Train, guiding the team to more than 660 wins and 11 Cal Ripken League titles. He was also […]

MM 8.7: Maryland track and field’s Quincy Wilson qualifies for World U20 final

With a few weeks remaining until the majority of college sports return to the field, it’s time for Maryland athletics fans to start brushing up on their track and field knowledge. Quincy is coming. The World U20 Championships are taking place in Oregon this week, with some of the best young talent from around the […]

Takeaways from Maryland football’s 2026 media day

After a long, long offseason, Maryland football is set to start its 2026 season on September 5. For many fans, the beginning of each new season brings renewed hope and promise (and maybe some slightly more complex feelings for yours truly, who will be spending his 21st birthday evening in the booth as the Terps […]

Dontay Joyner will not return to Maryland football in 2026

Maryland football head coach Mike Locksley announced that cornerback Dontay Joyner won’t be returning for the 2026 season after months of speculation.  “He’s been through quite a bit here, and this summer really was not a good thing for him, not a good thing for us,” Locksley said in a press conference Wednesday. The defensive […]

MM 8.5: Maryland men’s soccer ranked No. 7 in preseason poll

The hype surrounding Maryland men’s soccer remains after its deep postseason run in 2025. Despite losing 19 players from last season’s roster, the Terps were ranked No. 7 in the United Soccer Coaches preseason poll. With four ranked opponents on its 2026 schedule, Maryland will have ample opportunities to cement its status as a championship […]

MM 8.4: Maryland men’s basketball releases 2026 nonconference schedule

Maryland men’s basketball has officially announced its 2026 nonconference schedule. Maryland will rarely travel far out of conference, but matchups against a few marquee opponents will test the Terps before Big Ten play rolls around. The Terps announced they would play one exhibition game in 2026 — against West Virginia on Oct. 18. That game […]

MM 8.3: Former Terps shine in 2026 World Lacrosse Championship

On the world’s beggest stage for women’s lacrosse, multiple Maryland women’s lacrosse alumni stole the spotlight. With the United States taking home the crown, multiple former Terps showcased their talents to a global audience. The United States and Canadian national teams faced off in Saturday’s final, featuring a plethora of Maryland standouts. Kori Edmondson served […]

MM 7.31: Maryland football head coach Michael Locksley remains optimistic about program’s future at Big Ten Media Day

Despite a second straight 4-8 record, Maryland football head coach Michael Locksley believes last year’s team was better than its record indicated. Second-half collapses — displayed by close losses to Washington, Nebraska and UCLA — defined the Terps’ season following a hot start.   But with the second-highest returning production nationally, Locksley is confident the Terps […]

MM 7.30: Maryland football to appear at Big Ten Media Day

With less than five weeks remaining until the beginning of Maryland football’s season, the Terps are set to face their first public reckoning of the season. Maryland will be taking part in the Big Ten Football Media Days on Thursday, with head coach Mike Locksley’s press conference airing at 12:45 p.m. and the Terps owning […]

MM 7.29: Maryland track and field signs pair of transfers

Headlined by Olympian Quincy Wilson and breakout sophomore sprinter Roman Spikes on the men’s side, Maryland track and field continues to attract premier talent; the Terps signed UMBC transfer Lily Bandy and Kentucky transfer Jayla Atkinson. Bandy arrives in College Park after an exceptional freshman year with the Retrievers. The sprinter won gold in both […]

MM 7.28: Maryland men’s soccer forward Rocket Ritarita named to Philippines’ ASEAN Hyundai Cup roster

Rocket Ritarita quickly became a household name in college soccer after a standout freshman campaign last season. Now, the Maryland men’s soccer forward will represent his country on the international stage. Ritarita was selected to the Philippines’ 2026 ASEAN Hyundai Cup squad, marking his first tournament appearance with the senior national team. The 19-year-old’s call-up […]

MM 7.27: Maryland men’s basketball busy on the recruiting trail

While Maryland men’s basketball endured a rocky first season under head coach Buzz Williams, the program was able to recruit several talented freshmen that could have an impact in the 2026-27 season. But before any of those Terps even officially check into a game, Williams and his staff have returned to the well, extending multiple […]

MM 7.24: Former Terp Alyssa Thomas records her 20th career triple-double

Maryland women’s basketball great Alyssa Thomas continues to forge her stellar legacy for the Phoenix Mercury. The former Terp forward notched her 20th regular-season triple-double Wednesday, extending her all-time WNBA record. Thomas’ record gets even more impressive when including postseason stats, which raises her career triple-double total to 26. On the regular season leaderboard, her […]

MM 7.22: Maryland football adds transfer QB Jack Capaldi

Maryland football has one starting quarterback in Malik Washington and plenty of options behind him, but the Terps opted to add one more, with Fordham transfer Jack Capaldi entering College Park ahead of the 2026 season. The senior started nine games and played in 11 for Fordham in 2024, amassing 1,561 yards, eight touchdowns and […]

MM 7.21: Former Maryland women’s lacrosse star Caroline Steele named assistant coach at USC

The elaborate branches of Maryland women’s lacrosse’s alumni coaching tree continue to grow, as former attacker Caroline Steele steps into an assistant coaching role at USC. Steele’s hiring marks one of the many coaching positions filled by former Terps in collegiate wommen’s lacrosse. In Maryland’s 2026 season – when Steele served as the team’s director […]

MM 7.20: Maryland baseball alum Sean Burke posts scoreless outing

After surrendering four runs in his short-lived start against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Chicago White Sox pitcher Sean Burke needed a quick reset. And the former Terp did just that, allowing only six runs across his last six outings. But Burke saved his best performance for Sunday. The 6-foot-6 right-hander held a struggling Toronto Blue […]

Open thread: Maryland women’s basketball

Hey Testudo Times community! This is your open space to discuss all things Maryland women’s basketball. Keep things respectful as always. Be sure to keep up with all of our women’s basketball coverage here. All open threads will be restarted periodically as needed. Please direct any questions/comments/concerns to managing editor Nolan Rogalski and the rest of […]