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Baseball, Boys Lacrosse, Girls Lacrosse, Softball, Sports, Varsity Maine

No easy path in open high school playoffs this spring

by Mike Lowe June 4, 2021June 4, 2021

With teams playing in regional pods throughout the regular season, there’s a lot of mystery heading into the playoffs in baseball, softball and lacrosse.

Local & State, Sports, Varsity Maine

Maine high schools embrace video games as competitive sports

by Mike Lowe and Drew Bonifant November 29, 2020December 5, 2023

Esports have surged in popularity worldwide over the past five years or so, and this fall they have debuted as a varsity sport in Maine.

Football, Sports, Varsity Maine

A bittersweet alternative: 7-on-7 touch football at Maine high schools

by Steve Craig October 4, 2020October 5, 2020

Despite the disappointment of no tackle football this fall, players relish the opportunity to compete – and have some fun.

Boys Soccer, Field Hockey, Girls Soccer, Sports, Varsity Maine

Regional scheduling produces intriguing high school match-ups

by Steve Craig September 22, 2020September 22, 2020

This fall, there will be more games between schools in differing enrollment classes – and in some cases, old rivals will face off once again.

Sports, Times Record Sports, Varsity Maine, Volleyball

Maine high school volleyball coaches express mixed reactions to postponed season

by Dave Dyer September 10, 2020September 11, 2020

MPA eyes possible late winter/early spring season for the indoor fall sport, but challenges remain.

Football, Girls Soccer, Sports, Varsity Maine, Volleyball

Maine high school athletes: Let us play sports this fall

by Steve Craig August 17, 2020August 18, 2020

Some feel their voices have not be heard by decision-makers, and they worry about potential mental health issues among students if the season is called off.

Girls Hockey, Sports, Varsity Maine

Girls’ Game of the Year: Hockey state final

by Wil Kramlich July 12, 2020July 10, 2020

A high-scoring affair was anticipated in the championship game, but undefeated Lewiston needed an overtime goal to edge underdog Cape Elizabeth/Waynflete/South Portland, 1-0.