Vermont Edges UMass Lowell 66-64, Hosts UAlbany Next

by Alex Thompson — Chief Editor
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Vermont Catamounts Prepare for Final Regular Season Game Against UAlbany

BURLINGTON, Vt. – The University of Vermont (UVM) Catamounts men’s basketball team (19-11, 11-4 America East) will host the University at Albany (UAlbany) Great Danes (10-19, 6-8 America East) on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 7 p.m. In Patrick Gym. The game will be the final regular season contest for both teams and will be broadcast live on ESPN+.

Game Details

  • Date: Tuesday, March 3, 2026
  • Time: 7:00 p.m.
  • Location: Patrick Gym, Burlington, Vermont
  • Broadcast: ESPN+

Recent Performance

Vermont secured a narrow 66-64 victory against UMass Lowell on Thursday, February 27, 2026. Gus Yalden led the Catamounts with a double-double, recording 21 points and 12 rebounds, along with three blocks. TJ Hurley contributed 19 points to the win.

UAlbany most recently faced Maine on February 26, 2026, falling 70-59.

Key Players

  • Vermont: Gus Yalden (21 points, 12 rebounds vs. UMass Lowell), TJ Hurley (19 points vs. UMass Lowell)
  • UAlbany: Information on key UAlbany players was not available in provided sources.

Senior Night Celebration

Tuesday’s game is Senior Night, presented by Vermont Federal Credit Union and the UVM Alumni Association. Fans can receive a free green & gold pom-pom courtesy of the Alumni Association. Students can receive a free co-branded tee shirt, courtesy of CED, as well as a free “The Den” tee shirt and a $10 concessions voucher. A half-court shot contest offers a $5,000 prize.

Conference Standings (as of February 27, 2026)

Here’s a look at the America East Conference standings:

  • UMBC: 12-2 (19-8)
  • Vermont: 11-4 (19-11)
  • NJIT: 10-4 (15-14)
  • UMass Lowell: 8-6 (13-16)
  • UAlbany: 6-8 (10-19)
  • Maine: 6-8 (8-21)
  • New Hampshire: 4-10 (8-19)
  • Bryant: 4-10 (8-20)
  • Binghamton: 3-12 (7-23)

Vermont Mutual Insurance Community Impact

With each Vermont win, Vermont Mutual Insurance Group donates $100 to The Ronald McDonald House through the Cat’s Win, Community Win initiative. Vermont Mutual has donated over $6 million since launching its Charitable Giving Fund in 2014.

Looking Ahead

Following the game against UAlbany, Vermont will prepare for the America East Tournament. UAlbany will conclude its regular season and prepare for the tournament as well.

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