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As a Division I college administrator for nearly two decades, I know better than to judge a situation based on a press release. Friday, Rick Bennett "resigned" his position as head men's ice hockey coach, effective immediately at Union College. Bennett had been on paid-administrative leave since January 20th, as a result of an allegation.

Iit's extremely exciting to see players who called the Capital Region home during the early portion of their career succeed. Add Daniel Carr to that list.

The United States Junior National Hockey team has become a true world power on the ice! The US beat a strong Canadian team in Edmonton Canada this weekend to win its fifth gold medal in the IIHF World Junior tournament. If you were watching the Junior US team Capital Region Hockey fans may have noticed a familiar face caching the team. Former Union men's hockey coach Nate Leaman can add "Gold medal-winning coach" to his resume.

The Union Atletic Department has made its decision regarding intercollegiate hockey for the 2020 - 2021 season. Union joins rival RPI in its decision to not participate in the 2020 - 2021 hockey season for the Men's or Women's teams. Tough news but not unexpected news.

Help me out, Capital Region! Who is the best capital region sports team ever?

A little more than 48 hours into free agency, one of the authorities on the NHL and college hockey joined the show to break down the multiple signings involving former Union and RPI players. ESPN's John Buccigross talks about the deals in place for guys like Mike Vecchione, Josh Jooris, Mat Bodie and Erik Burgdoerfer as well as the winning culture still growing at Union and the future of RPI's pro

This evening, the Union College men's hockey team returns to the NCAA tournament. The Dutchmen head to Cincinnati, Ohio to face off against  the Penn State Nittany Lions in the Midwest Regional Semi-finals. Earlier this week, Levack and Goz, were joined by ESPN broadcaster Kevin Brown...

On Friday, Union hockey coach Rick Bennett joined Armen and Levack prior to the Dutchmen season-opener against American International College. The defending national champs unveiled the national championship banner. The Dutchmen won the game 7-3...

Union hockey defenseman Jeff Taylor joins Brady Farkas on 1045theteam.com after being drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 7th round of the NHL draft. The Clifton Park native was selected after his freshman season, but will return to Union...

This week, 104.5 The Team is hosting a benefit drive to support Special Olympics New York! This is a very important week for Special Olympics New York, as they have nearly 100 athletes from across the state and 8 athletes from right here in the Capital Region who are in New Jersey competing at the Special Olympics National Games!

UAlbany Lacrosse Head Coach Scott Marr joined Armen and Levack at Zappone Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram on Monday so that 104.5 The Team could recognize the longtime Danes coach for his program's successful season.

Just 72 hours ago the Union Dutchmen captured the school’s first national championship in a 7-4 victory against Minnesota. The team hasn't even had a chance to enjoy there victory parade yet, and already a lot has happened for Union's Senior Mat Bodie, and NCAA MVP Shayne Gostisbeher...