Area swimmers are happy to be competing in any way, but acknowledge this season’s virtual meets feel odd.
Winter sports
Sidelines: Jazmine Pingree finds her role for Spruce Mountain in girls basketball win over Madison
Freshman scored 10 points in the third quarter to key the Phoenix comeback, writer Travis Lazarczyk.
Girls basketball: Messalonskee back in the swing of things after late start to season
Eagles didn’t play first game until Jan. 28, but made the most of their time off while waiting for a return to the court.
No fans, no playoffs. So what’s motivating high school athletes this winter?
Athletes who have tasted postseason success talk about what keeps them focused during a pandemic-altered season.
Catching Up With: Mia Diplock made her mark in Maine basketball, at Cony and Colby
Point guard was Miss Maine Basketball finalist in 2012, helped lead Rams to near-perfect season.
Sidelines: Folsom Gym at Lawrence High School wasn’t made for a pandemic
Usually one of the busiest and loudest places to see a game, things are different this winter.
Boys hockey: It all starts clicking for Cony/Monmouth/Hall-Dale/Erskine in win over Gardiner
Commitment to discipline and conditioning pay off as Rams roll to victory in rivalry game.
Boys basketball: Winthrop, Gardiner both looking to hit strides after shaky starts
Neighboring teams working to find continuity on both offensive and defensive sides of the court.
High school hockey notebook: Capital Region adjusts and adapts under new coach Richard Fortin
Cony/Hall-Dale/Monmouth/Erskine gets creative on defense; Kennebec shows mental toughness in strong start.
Girls basketball: With plans for an experienced team dashed, Richmond starts fresh
Down to only one senior due to COVID opt-outs, Bobcats get a new wave of players adjusted to the varsity game.