GORHAM, Maine – Welcoming alumni, family and Husky fans to campus, the University of Southern Maine Department of Athletics will host a number of events as part of the University's Homecoming and Family Weekend October 13-15.
With events on the Gorham campus and in the local community, activities range from music concerts, athletic contests, casino night, and more, and will include festivities for alumni, students, friends, and family. To find a full schedule of University of Southern Maine Homecoming activities and events check out:
usm.maine.edu/homecoming
"Homecoming is a great opportunity to welcome our alumni, family, friends and fans onto campus and celebrate the past, present and future of the University of Southern Maine," said Director of Athletics Al Bean. "Huskies' Athletics is excited to have an opportunity to host and sponsor a number of events throughout the weekend, including athletic contests, our annual Hall of Fame induction, various social gatherings and our professional development series Husky Pack Chats. Any chance to engage with our alumni is a great time, and it is always enjoyable to relive their memories."
Beginning with an alumni heavy Husky Pack Chat: Mocktail Social & Professional Networking event on Friday, October 13 and concluding with the 37th Annual Husky Hall of Fame on Sunday, October 15, the weekend is full for University of Southern Maine Athletics.
Current Husky student-athletes will be in action during the weekend at Hannaford Field, Hill Gymnasium and the USM Ice Arena. Volleyball hosts a tri-match on Saturday against Rhode Island College (12:00 pm) and Maine Maritime Academy (4:00 pm) in Hill Gymnasium. Huskies' men's soccer, under the leadership of alum Jim Hopkins '00, will challenge Keene State College on Saturday (1:00 pm) at Hannaford Field. At 6:00 pm, up at the USM Ice Arena, men's ice hockey will host its annual Blue/White Scrimmage providing fans a unique first look at the 2023-24 team.
Alumni, fans, family and friends are also invited to partake in a variety of social events throughout the weekend beyond cheering on the Huskies in competition.
One of the more popular additions to homecoming weekend is the USM Athletics Zombie Run – hosted by the Huskies' women's cross country team and Gorham Recreation Department. A free kids' race will kick off the event at 6:30 pm on Friday, October 13, followed by the Zombie Run at 7:00 pm. Hosted at Shaw Cherry Hills Farm in Gorham, the entry fee for the race is $10 per entry.
On Saturday, October 14 (11:00 am), Huskies' Athletics will celebrate one of its foundational leaders, William B. Wise, renaming the USM Athletics Learning Center in his honor. The ceremony will take place in the USM Athletic Center located in the Costello Sports Complex. There will be comments from University leadership, friends and family. During his time at the University, Wise served in a variety of roles including Dean of the College of Education, Assistant to the Vice President for Academic Affairs, Executive Assistant to the President, and Executive Assistant to the Vice President for Student Affairs.
Friday night's Husky Pack Chat: Mocktail Social & Professional Networking is part of an ongoing series co-authored by the USM Athletics and USM's Career & Employment Hub. This installment of Husky Pack Chat will feature members of the USM Athletic Department and USM Alumni representing business from the greater Portland area. Coaches will serve as hosts for the event in which participating students can practice the art of professional networking while engaging with alumni.
The weekend's athletic festivities conclude with the
37th Annual Husky Hall of Fame Banquet and Induction Ceremony. USM Athletics will recognize its Class of 2023 inductees with a celebration at the Italian Heritage Center, Portland, Maine. An
RSVP and tickets are required for attendance. Joining the Husky Hall of Fame are former USM standout student-athletes Tyler Adams '17, tennis; Chris Burleson '13, baseball; Molly Carl '13, cross country, track & field; Jon Deupree '15, wrestling; Todd Miranda '23, basketball; Holly Manning Russo '05, hockey; and Jess Williamson '19, volleyball.
| HUSKY ATHLETIC EVENTS: 2022 USM HOMECOMING & FAMILY WEEKEND – OCTOBER 13-15 |
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EVENT |
LOCATION |
| Friday, October 13 |
4:00-5:30 pm |
Husky Pack Chat: Mocktail Social & Networking |
USM Ice Arena, Gorham, Maine |
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6:30-10 pm |
Zombie Fun Run |
Shaw Cherry Hills Farm, Gorham, Maine |
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| Saturday, October 14 |
11:00 pm |
William B. Wise Naming Ceremony |
USM Learning Center, Costello Sports Complex, Gorham, Maine |
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12:00 pm |
Volleyball vs. Rhode Island College |
Hill Gymnasium, Gorham, Maine |
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1:00 pm |
Men's Soccer vs. Keene State |
Hannaford Field, Gorham, Maine |
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4:00 pm |
Volleyball vs. Maine Maritime |
Hill Gymnasium, Gorham, Maine |
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6:00 pm |
Annual Blue/White Men's Ice Hockey Scrimmage |
USM Ice Arena, Gorham, Maine |
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| Sunday, October 15 |
5:00 pm |
37th Husky Hall of Fame Banquet & Induction Ceremony |
Italian Heritage Center, Portland, Maine |
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