Each of the campers at the Central Maine Football Camp was born long after Steve King and Steve Grogan had retired, but at the sound of the Patriots name, the campers perked up. King and Grogan were guys their fathers and grandfathers cheered for on Sunday afternoons, but still, they’re Patriots.

HEBRON — Many of the players participating in the Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl were captains of their high school teams. With that comes a beneficial side effect.

WATERVILLE — Surrounded by four children, two girls and two boys, Gene Spates had each begin dribbling a basketball. His instructions were succinct and gentle.

HEBRON — Other Cony High School football players certainly had gaudier statistics than Brandon St. Michel in the 2012 season. Head coach Robby Vachon said you can’t look at St. Michel’s contributions just by glancing at statistics.

When Brandon Berry looks across the ring at the start of his second professional fight, he’ll see a familiar opponent. Challenging Berry will be Bill Jones, the opponent Berry defeated in his pro debut on May 11 at Skowhegan Area High School.

The pitch is going to hit you in the shoulder. You’re sure of it. You turn your head, wincing before the anticipated impact.