Declining football participation at area schools makes move necessary.
Football
Football: Gaziano Award semifinalists announced
The annual award honors the top senior offensive and defensive linemen in Maine high school football.
Three finalists announced for 49th Fitzpatrick Trophy
Justin Bryant of Marshwood, Jarett Flaker of Scarborough and Zach Maturo of Bonny Eagle are the three players in the running to be named Maine’s top senior football player.
Football: Pat Munzing is new coach at Gardiner
Former assistant under Joe White has long lineage with Tigers.
Sidelines: Doucette was a man of few words, and plenty of wins
Oak Hill football coach’s ability to lead a team was obvious, Drew Bonifant writes.
Oak Hill football coach Stacen Doucette dies at 45
Former Lisbon player and assistant coach, who led the Raiders to three Class D state championships in a row, is remembered for his passion for the game and the kids he coached.
Football Coach of the Year: Jordan DeMillo, Maranacook
First-year coach navigated Black Bears through first season in eight-man football and into large school final.
Football: Maranacook’s Laliberte among Fitzpatrick Trophy semifinalists
Quarterback was dangerous in all three phases while guiding Black Bears to undefeated regular season.
Started in 1911, Thanksgiving football rivalry remains ‘big time’
Portland and Deering had tough seasons, but players and coaches and players are excited to be part of the 108th edition of the holiday series.
Football: Change was a theme this season both in area and across the state
Eight-man class and changes to Classes A and B were storylines, while several teams had memorable seasons.