Abbey Thistle is in charge of fan engagement for the AFC champions, covering everything from game presentation to alumni events.
Drew Bonifant
Staff Writer
Drew Bonifant covers sports for the Press Herald, with beats in high school football, basketball and baseball. He was previously part of the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel sports team. A New Hampshire native and 2010 graduate of Northeastern University, he came to Maine in September 2016 after four years at the Concord Monitor, where he covered NASCAR, University of New Hampshire hockey and high schools and won a NH Press Association award for his work. He also worked for two years as a college co-op at the Patriot Ledger in Quincy, Mass. An avid golfer, frequent skier and consumer of sports, movie and music trivia, he’s a fan of the New England Patriots, Baltimore Orioles, Philadelphia Flyers and Miami Heat – and yes, he’s aware of how random those teams seem.
Posted inSports
Cooper Flagg fights through fatigue, injuries in strong rookie year
There were some off games early in the season and a minor injury recently, but the Newport native is putting up rookie numbers that haven’t been seen in decades.
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Posted inNew England Patriots, Sports
Maine’s Patriots fans are reveling in the team’s return to winning
After down years, supporters have new appreciation for the franchise’s return to relevance — as well as Super Bowl hopes and aspirations.
Posted inGirls Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Oceanside girls basketball deals Gardiner its first loss
Olivia Breen scored 25 points and Renee Ripley added 21 as the Mariners knocked off the Tigers in a matchup of Class B powers.
Posted inGirls Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Five Maine girls basketball storylines as regular season approaches homestretch
A backcourt duo is on the mend at Spruce Mountain, Thornton Academy is on a winning streak, and big matchups lie ahead in Class A North.
Posted inSports
Maine native Emily Fischnaller set to return to Olympics in luge
The 32-year-old former Falmouth resident will compete in the Winter Games for the third time.
Posted inSkiing, Sports, Varsity Maine
What does it take to be an Alpine ski racer? Above all else, it’s a mental game
Technique, athleticism and understanding of the slope are crucial. But the fastest skiers in the state say mindset and attitude are the most important factors involved.
Posted inGirls Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Five Maine girls basketball storylines to follow this week
From potential playoff previews to teams looking to maintain strong starts, these squads and games are worth watching in the coming days.
Posted inSports, Varsity Maine, Volleyball
Varsity Maine Volleyball Player of the Year: Liana Edwards, Gorham
The versatile left-hander thrived as the setter and coordinator of Gorham’s offense while leading the Rams to a third straight state championship.
Posted inSports, Varsity Maine, Volleyball
Meet the 2025 Varsity Maine All-State volleyball team
Six seniors and four juniors make up this list of dominant offensive and defensive players.