The UMass hockey team received a $1 million gift from Chuck ’72 and MaryAnn Sherwood to support the UMass Hockey Excellence Endowment, UMass athletics announced on Thursday.
“What inspired us to make a generous gift in support of Massachusetts hockey is the character Coach Greg Carvel instills in his players,” the Sherwoods said in a news release. “He’s developing more than great hockey players — he’s shaping outstanding young men. The way these student-athletes represent UMass, both on and off the ice, reflects a philosophy we deeply respect and are proud to support.”
The Sherwoods previously established the Sherwood-Delaney Scholarship to encourage students to pursue careers in science, showcasing their philanthropic endeavors with the university.
“We are extremely thankful to Chuck and MaryAnn for their remarkable support of our program,” UMass hockey head coach Greg Carvel said. “Their commitment to our endowment will strengthen the resources available to our student-athletes, both academically and competitively. Chuck and MaryAnn’s continued support of the university reflects a deep belief in the impact of UMass athletics. Their investment will play an important role in shaping the future of UMass Hockey and we are truly grateful for their support.”
The UMass Hockey Excellence Endowment was established to provide long-term financial stability and resources for the program, helping to ensure continued competitive excellence moving forward. The endowment assists with scholarships, coaching resources, equipment, training facility enhancements and overall program development.
“The Commonwealth’s flagship campus is fortunate to have such tremendous philanthropic leaders in Chuck and MaryAnn Sherwood,” director of athletics Ryan Bamford said. “Their remarkable investment in student success and furthering the reach of science has been profound; and now, adding to the endowment support for our proud hockey program will enhance the student-athlete experience in perpetuity. We are forever grateful for the Sherwood’s generosity and belief in the power of athletics as a co-curricular endeavor at UMass.”
