This year, for the first time in program history, the UVM Catamounts claimed the Stuart P. Haskell Commissioner’s Cup trophy, the annual award to the most successful school in America East competition.
“At a time when college athletics is undergoing significant change, I’m incredibly proud that our student-athletes have achieved histor-ic levels of competitive success while continuing to represent the very best of college athletics in the classroom, on campus, and throughout our community,” said UVM President Marlene Tromp. “Our athletics program reflects the character and commitment of UVM and our Vermont community, and achieving the Commissioner’s Cup is a win for us all.”
Vermont won the title with 320 points, edging out the University of Maryland Baltimore County by two points in one of the closest races in conference history. This past season the Catamounts won two America East titles in women’s basketball and men’s soccer and four regular season titles in women’s lacrosse, field hockey, women’s basketball and men’s soccer. In field hockey and women’s la-crosse it was the first time in program history winning the regular season title. In addition, it was the first time Vermont has reached the America East Championship game in all seven team sports in which the Catamounts compete. The Catamounts are the first team in league history to claim the Commissioner’s Cup while sponsoring just 14 of the league’s 18 sports.
“This is another very proud moment for UVM Athletics as we celebrate an exceptional year in Catamount Country,” said Director of Athletics Jeff Schulman. “What makes this award especially meaningful is that it recognizes the collective efforts of our entire depart-ment—our student-athletes, coaches, athletic trainers, performance staff, and so many others whose dedication drives our success every day. The Commissioner’s Cup is a testament to the strength of our culture and the commitment of everyone who wears the Green and Gold. We’re honored to be recognized for our collective success and excited to continue building on this momentum.”