Maine Black Bears basketball — program history
The University of Maine competes in America East Conference and has produced competitive basketball teams despite being one of the most geographically isolated Division I programs. The Black Bears have reached multiple America East championship games but are still seeking their first NCAA Tournament appearance.
The name
The Black Bear mascot reflects Maine's wildlife and rugged wilderness identity — the black bear is abundant in the forests of northern New England.
Signature moment
The 2003-04 season, when Maine reached the America East Tournament championship game, coming within one win of the program's first NCAA Tournament berth.
Maine's campus in Orono is one of the northernmost Division I basketball programs in the country, creating challenging travel logistics for opposing teams.
The Maine Black Bears compete in the America East and hold an all-time record of 872–1125 (.437 winning percentage) across 96 recorded seasons dating back to 1903-04.
Season-by-season results
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