Bowdoin announced Nov. 3 that B.J. Hammer was no longer serving as head football coach, effective Nov. 1, and that the college would begin a national search for a successor.
Nick Turchyn, named interim head coach Oct. 22, will remain in charge for the final two games, the college said. Bowdoin plays at Bates on Nov. 7 at 1 p.m. and faces Colby on Nov. 14. The announcement did not give a reason for Hammer's departure.
In Orono, UMaine field hockey lost its America East semifinal to UAlbany on Nov. 3. The teams were tied 1-1 after overtime; UAlbany won the shootout 2-1 and was credited with a 2-1 win. Maine finished 8-9.
Goalkeeper Annabel Halkes made seven saves. UAlbany tied the game in the 54th minute and advanced after Maine could not convert its final shootout attempt.
UMaine's schedule lists women's basketball hosting Siena Thursday, Nov. 5, at 6 p.m.
