This is the Maryland Minute, a short story followed by a roundup of Terps-related news.
Fresh off an NCAA Regionals appearance last season, Maryland gymnastics head coach Brett Nelligan had his contract extended five years on Wednesday. The new deal goes through 2027.
Having been in charge of the program for 14 years, Nelligan has made 11 NCAA Regional appearances in his time at Maryland. He has a 206-164 overall record, and the team went 18-9 last season.
Despite finishing sixth place at the Big Ten Tournament last season, 2021 marked the highest the team has finished in the event in eight years. Nelligan said that with things on the rise, his expectations remain high.
“The Maryland gymnastics family is strong and what we achieved together last season was incredible. This season we have our sights set even higher, it’s a great time to be a Terp,” he said in a release.
“Brett has been a part of the Maryland gymnastics family for decades and we are thrilled that he will continue to lead our program for years to come,” athletic director Damon Evans added. “The future of Maryland gymnastics is very bright under Brett’s leadership.”
In other news
Ben Dickson profiled Maryland football redshirt freshman running back Roman Hemby’s journey, highlighted by his family and core values.
Sam Oshtry broke down Maryland football’s penalty issue and how it can fix it.
Maryland basketball released its TV schedule for the upcoming season.
Coming soon: Basketball
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— Maryland Men’s Basketball (@TerrapinHoops) September 22, 2022
Maryland football freshman linebacker Jaishawn Barham recorded the most tackles by a true freshman at Maryland in two decades against SMU.
Most tackles by a Terp true freshman in 20 years@JaishawnBarham is legit. #TBIA pic.twitter.com/RGpyrAC7nV
— Maryland Football (@TerpsFootball) September 22, 2022
Maryland women’s lacrosse released the team’s fall ball schedule.
Catch us around the DMV this fall!
https://t.co/w0pZ1iPgti pic.twitter.com/YKp8E2i89S
— Maryland Women’s Lacrosse (@MarylandWLax) September 22, 2022
University of Maryland alum Patty Daley will be inducted into the National Lacrosse Hall of Fame.
Congrats to Terp alum Patty Daley on being selected for induction to the National Lacrosse Hall of Fame!
Legendary official in our sport. https://t.co/dzBGiaxCU2
— Maryland Women’s Lacrosse (@MarylandWLax) September 22, 2022
Former Maryland men’s soccer player Ben Bender was named on the MLS 22 under 22 list.
FUUUUUUUUUTURE
Ben Bender has a bright one pic.twitter.com/1sQS15Ci7p
— Maryland Men’s Soccer (@MarylandMSoccer) September 22, 2022
Maryland men’s soccer defender Chris Rindov shared his story about his journey, starting as a walk-on.
Chris Rindov was planning to play club soccer
Now he’s a captain and one of the best center backs in the nation.
The story of the Rockville native’s rise from walk-on to star on All-Access. pic.twitter.com/WBHcz2bBi7
— Maryland Men’s Soccer (@MarylandMSoccer) September 22, 2022
Former Terp Alyssa Thomas put up a near triple-double against Belgium.
AT doing AT things! https://t.co/JYsfkxCcLu
— Maryland Women’s Basketball (@TerpsWBB) September 22, 2022
Maryland baseball showcased photos from its first fall practices.
Officially Fall⚾#DirtyTerps pic.twitter.com/iyWlFNZunJ
— Maryland Baseball (@TerpsBaseball) September 22, 2022
Maryland women’s soccer shared a video of what practice looks like from the point of view of a player.
POV you train with @TerpsWSoccer. pic.twitter.com/O6XwhXzMGr
— Maryland On BTN (@MarylandOnBTN) September 22, 2022
Four Maryland volleyball players are ranked in the top five block leaders in the Big Ten.
Four Terps rank Top-Five in @B1GVolleyball total blocks
1. Rainelle Jones (77)
2. Anastasia Russ (59)
T-5. Sydney Dowler & Laila Ricks (49) pic.twitter.com/pbV4ciyvEk— Maryland Volleyball (@TerpsVolleyball) September 22, 2022