Football notebook: Victories in finales provide playoff boost

Eight-man Small School North is set for intriguing postseason; Wells, Bonny Eagle and Leavitt win key matchups.

Varsity Maine’s games to watch for the week of Oct. 28-Nov. 2

Football: Lawrence rides big ground game, key defensive play past Hampden

Colton Carter runs for 368 yards as Bulldogs prevail.

Football: Strong finish gives Falmouth win over Messalonskee, undefeated regular season

Tres Walker passes for 186 yards and three TDs as the Navigators beat Messalonskee, 31-14.

Football: Wells tops Winthrop, 30-13, to earn top spot in D South

Warriors quarterback Cal Moody throws for 224 yards and two scores.

Live updates: Week 8 of Maine high school football

Scores and reports from Friday's games.

Week 8 high school football capsules

WInthrop/Monmouth/Hall-Dale/Kents Hill at Wells is the game of the week.

Varsity Maine football, field hockey, soccer, volleyball polls – Oct. 24, 2024

Week 8 high school football predictions

‘It’s a weapon’: Kicking game providing a boost for football teams across central Maine

Field goals — and other parts of special teams — are an increasingly popular choice in an area with strong kickers.