Bowdoin is always undersized and they deploy a gambling defensive scheme based on quickness. Their DC McAlister is a former Bates all conference player who has really grown in that job. There have never been any bull rushers on that D. They guess a lot..... but McAlister has structured a very good defensive scheme in that program.
But let me say specifically that Koy Price was easily as good as any D player in the league including the ultra all conference guys at media factory Wesleyan and hype center Trinity. And let's add N1s flawless purple to the group----if Price was with any of those programs he would be viewed much differently and elevated to a much higher level. Price was one of the premier defensive talents in the conference for at least 2 years.
So, yes, some players from other schools might have achieved some comparable Defensive statistical success in the Bowdoin scheme but I say if was at Price at Trin, Wes, Williams he would blow conference D stats away. Leary will continue to excel at Bowdoin but he also might well perform even better with a stronger program.

Surprised to see Colby has offered Cole Carney a rising JUNIOR at Lawrence Academy.

We are currently seeing rising seniors who are members of the graduating class of '27 starting to announce early commitments for the college class of 2031.

This recruit will graduate in 2028 and be a part of the Colby class of 2032 should he accept their offer.

Never seen this before in the NESCAC, didn't even realize this is in compliance with NESCAC rules.

Times are changing.

Bowdoin was recently finishing up announcing their 2030 commits. Effective 7/1 offers for the class of 2031 can now be issued so we are  seeing early commitments for the Class of 2031 which might cause some confusion.

Very curious to see how the Ephs QB situation unfolds. Presumably MvHugh's arm/shoulder will be healthy. It doesn't look like he saw any Baseball action this spring but would think this is part of normal recovery time frame for the injury. He's listed as a Senior but does have 2 years of Football eligibility remaining.

Notable that Johansen is listed on current roster as QB......and TE. It will be interesting to see how the situation plays out.

Some may not be aware that the QB coach at Williams is Chris Rorke who is arguably the top QB mentor in the league so the Eph QB room is in very qualified, experienced hands.
 
Always baffled me that Rorke has not landed a HC job somewhere given his resume and reputation. He was a candidate at Bowdoin when they hired JB Wells but have not heard his name mentioned in other HC openings. Williams is lucky to have him.

It has been quiet on the commitment lists which most schools typically publish shortly after 5/1. Not the case this year for some reason.

Though Coach Coyne circulated a detailed list of 26 Bates recruits to Bobcat Alums and Boosters. Not sure if they plan to post it anywhere else.

Quote from: DagarmanSpartan on May 06, 2026, 10:59:37 AMGang,

I just noticed on another thread that my own alma mater, Case Western Reserve U., just got a transfer QB from Bates College named Sergio Beltran.

What can you folks tell me about him as a QB?  Should we be excited?

Ironic to see Sergio Beltran moving to CWRU to play for long time CWRU Coach Greg Debeljak. Debeljak was a finalist for Bates Head Coaching job in 2022. His interview took place at Bates. I was one of a few Alums who sat in on the interview on zoom. Debeljak had a very good record at CWRU but was only mildly impressive in the interview process. 2 other HC Coach candidates were much more impressive in terms of their interview and their plan for rebuilding the Bates program one of whom was Coach Coyne.
 
Sergio is talented and very versatile. He will make plays as a slot receiver and can succeed on vertical routes as well. He will be a leader. Total team guy. Sorry to see him go.

Thanks for posting.
Lots of NIL talk and action $$$$ surrounding Top D3 Football programs around the country. Any banter in Hartford about NIL activity?  My guess would be that that even the Trinity hierarchy would draw the line on NIL participation which I assume would be a bilateral agreement between Trinity leadership and the NESCAC.......but Bantam aspirations sometimes can run very high.

Quote from: BrownBagBowdoin on April 24, 2026, 06:12:00 PMAngus Leary—greatest athlete to walk through the program. Too soon?

Ok, I'll take the troll bait. Lets slow down on the GOAT talk. Leary is a very good player but if you're going to be his hype man I suggest you start your comparison with a guy who just graduated--Koy Price. So far Leary has performed very well and he's got 2 years left. Lets see if he can get to KP level and then you can start the Hype talk again and take on a few others I have in mind.
What area do you live in West Roxbury?

Based on the rumored list of suitors my advice to the young man would be to stay where you are and don't lose sight of your educational goals. A 16 ppg NESCAC scoring average will serve you well for exactly 2 more years. Beyond that it means nothing on Wall Street or wherever you are headed.

Who is mentoring these kids?

He's a rising junior, not a senior looking to play another year at a school with a Graduate program.

I think you will see a collusive stance here within the NESCAC.   Inter conference transfers among underclassmen in the NESCAC creates a huge issue for NESCAC programs. I don't think you will see any takers on this kid within the conference. Creates a totally unwanted precedent.

For the kids sake I hope I'm wrong, maybe he lands at Trinity and made a great move.

Don't rule out Babson for this player.

Big project at Bates in '27 is a go. Expanding fitness and Athletics facilities pretty significantly.
Alumni Gym to be renovated with additional seating and teamspaces but the original iconic design and feel will be unchanged. Football infrastructure including offices, team areas and varsity weight room will be renovated and expanded as well.

N1- No doubt about it. Other than a Hockey Championship I can't think of any other recent titles in any of the sports I referenced though the overall program has shown profound improvement during Greene's tenure.

There is no question the new Colby AD may have been a bit hasty in the move to fire Coach Strahorn. However, I believe it reflects a pattern in Colby athletics that has emerged from the top.

A deeper look at the recent history of Colby Athletics relative to coaching hires reveals a consistent hiring philosophy which began with the 2014 arrival of President David Greene.
President Greene has been the common denominator in the culture and composition of the Colby Athletics Staff and the Mule hiring philosophy for the past 12 years. He has worked with 3 ADs during his tenure. At the end of the day he has been the driving factor in Colby sports. He is a self professed advocate of Athletics who places specific emphasis on winning. I think he has done a great job with Athletics at Colby and has guided the ship very well.

The pattern in coaching hires which emerged following his arrival in 2014 is pretty clear. Hire D1 coaches or coaches with established D1 experience. I can't recall any significant Men's coaching hires on Mayflower Hill in Greene's tenure that did not involve D1 coaching experience.

Football: Jack Cosgrove UMaine
Mens Hockey: Blaise McDonald UMass Lowell
Men's Lacrosse: Guy Van Arsdale Jacksonville U; Jake Bernhardt Maryland, UVM
Baseball: Jesse Woods Notre Dame
Basketball: Sean Rutgliano Belmont

Maybe the Mules will break their streak and bring in a non D1`coach for the Basketball job but I tend to doubt it.

It's not about value- it's an avenue to buy wins.  Do you think alums who contribute money to NIL are looking for a return on their investment? It's a joke, a sham---just a way to funnel more money into these programs for wealthy zealot fanatics who want their program to win...at all costs.

Seeing confirmation that several D3 Football programs have secured, or are raising, NIL money.
 
Just at the time when the NESCACs are finally eligible for championship play. Maybe it's time for Division 3AA-lol

And it's going to get more unpredictable in D3 Basketball and Football with the a growing trickle down effect from the NIL developments at higher levels.