Colby basketball alumni look back at longtime assistant coach with love.
Travis Lazarczyk
Columnist
Travis Lazarczyk has covered sports for the Portland Press Herald since 2021. A Vermont native, he graduated from the University of Maine in 1995 with a BA in English. After a few years working as a sports information director and in the ski industry, he began his journalism career at the Berlin (N.H.) Reporter in 1999. Prior to joining the Press Herald, Lazarczyk spent 20 years covering sports in central Maine at the Morning Sentinel and Kennebec Journal. He's been twice honored as the Maine Sportswriter of the Year by the National Sports Media Association.
Bailey Plourde wins Maine Women’s Amateur
After two runner-up finishes, Plourde starts fast and wins her first title.
Bailey Plourde rolls to Maine Women’s Amateur championship
Runner-up for 2 straight years, 18-year-old Lincoln Academy graduate finally finishes on top.
Central Maine teams ready for Junior Legion state tourney
Fairfield, Messalonskee advance to eight-team field; Augusta senior legion still live as well.
Jordan Laplume takes one stroke lead at Maine Women’s Am
Bailey Plourde one shot back with one round to play.
MCI’s David Young flying high entering Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl
Huskies defensive back has an eye on a future as a pilot.
Oak Hill’s Darryn Bailey presents big target in Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl
Wide receiver looks to be a top weapon for West.
Family bonds on display at annual Lobster Bowl
Father-son connections are apparent as St. Hilaires and Bertrands prep for another game together.
Backcountry Cycle Challenge mountain bike race challenges the best riders
100-kilometer test continues to grow in both poularity and size.
Purnell Wrigley Field set for New England 12 U Cal Ripken championship
Stump Merrill highlights opening night ceremonies in Waterville.