The Cougars won the Class A girls title last season, while the boys placed second.
David Bailey
Staff Writer
David Bailey is a Maine native who joined the Central Maine Newspapers sports staff in August 2022 after three years on the news desk (where he continues to contribute). From 2003-19, David was the sports night editor at the Valley News, nestled on the Connecticut River between New Hampshire and Vermont. David, who grew up in Yarmouth and graduated from the University of Maine, lives in Augusta with his cat, Rufus, and chips away toward completing his 1973 Topps baseball set.
Sidelines: From mascots, to parking and the bands, high school football had its moments this fall
The total game-day experience goes beyond the action on the field, writes David Bailey.
2022 girls soccer wrap-up: Milestones marked compelling season
Mt. Blue’s KK Daggett set a school scoring record, while Richmond coach Troy Kendrick earned his 400th victory.
2022 volleyball wrap-up: Central Maine programs show steady improvement
Gardiner reached its first state final, while Cony and Messalonskee also progressed from their 2021 records.
Football: Fourth-down plays make the difference in Eight-Man Large School championship
Waterville experienced highs and lows on fourth-down plays in loss to Yarmouth.
2022 golf wrap-up: Maranacook celebrates first state championship
Gardiner, behind talented freshman Jack Quinn, emerges as Class B title contender in 2022.
Field hockey: Winthrop beats MCI in overtime to defend its Class C championship
Madeline Wagner’s goal gives the Ramblers their second straight championship over MCI.
Football: Falmouth ends Cony’s season in Class B North semis
Finn Caxten-Smith runs for 204 yards and three TDs as the Navigators eliminate the Rams.
Field hockey: Skowhegan senior goalie is an old pro at a new sport
Emmah Corson is a track standout who had never played field hockey until this season.
Field hockey: Skowhegan rallies late to win Class A North title in overtime thriller
Layla Conway’s goal in OT gives the River Hawks their 21st consecutive regional title.