Gardiner resident and son, Elliot, took advantage of nice weather Friday at Williams Park in Augusta.
Dave Dyer
Staff Writer
Dave Dyer is in his second stint with the Kennebec Journal/Morning Sentinel. Dave was previously with the company from 2012-2015 and returned in late 2016. He spent most of 2016 doing freelance sports writing in Seattle, Washington. During that time, Dave had articles published by the Seattle Times, covering the Seattle Marathon, the Seattle Storm of the National Women’s Basketball League (WNBA) and Seattle Reign FC of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). He also collaborated with the U.S. Olympic website, teamusa.org, interviewing some of the key athletes of the 2016 Summer Olympics, including Michael Phelps, Simone Manuel, Simone Biles, Aly Raisman, Sue Bird and Breanna Stewart.
Before his first stint in Augusta, Dave was a Sports Writer for the Biddeford Journal Tribune from 2009-2012.
A native Mainer, Dave was raised in North Waterboro and graduated from Massabesic High School. He is a graduate of Plymouth State University in New Hampshire, where he was a quarterback on the football team from 2004-2007.
Dave lives in Brunswick. He has a daughter, Scout. He also has two dogs, a Yorkshire terrier named Humphrey and a German shepherd mix named Nanook.
With hopes for a fall season, Maine high school coaches, athletes gather for outdoor workouts
Monday was first day of phase-structured return to fall sports.
Remember When: Right ingredients propelled 2012 Cony softball team to perfect season, Class A title
Aided by near-perfect pitching by Sonja Morse, Rams edged South Portland for first state championship in 29 years.
Everyday Athlete: Oakland runner enjoys grueling Spartan race competition
Jim Delorie stays fit with running, participating in distance races that involve navigating through obstacles.
Nordic skiers get opportunity for year-round work with Waterville summer program
Central Maine Ski Club gives chance for skiers to keep skills sharp.
Remember When: Mararanacook track star Abby Mace dominated the 2010 Class C state championship meet
Mace, then a sophomore, swept the distance events, winning the 800 meters, 1,600 meters and 3,200 meters at Dover-Foxcroft.
Maine outdoor wellness classes give some sense of normalcy during pandemic
Following COVID-19 rules, area fitness facilities get group workouts back in motion.
Central Maine cycling clubs experiencing share of ups and downs
Though rides have been canceled, some clubs have seen active participation, increase in volunteers.
Everyday Athlete: Augusta native Gary Pridham logs some miles on track
At nearly 70, Pridham — an avid tennis player — walks four miles at Cony High School to stay healthy.
College field hockey: Skowhegan graduate MaKayla Hancock new head coach at Division I La Salle University
Three-time Class A title winner had spent last six years coaching Division I programs before being promoted last month.