Several programs have seen a dip in participation numbers, while others looking for strong campaigns.
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Class D/8-man high school football preview: As 8-man continues to grow so, too, does parity in Class D
Number of 8-man teams grows to 26, while Class D field is filled with contenders.
High school boys soccer preview: Open tournament presents opportunities, challenges
While top contenders lament possibility of early playoff exit, rebuilding squads see chance to experience postseason.
Golf: Mt. Ararat tops Edward Little, Mt. Blue, to kick off season
High school sports return as golf season gets underway.
Football: Excitement still running high for Cony-Gardiner, despite preseason status
Players and coaches prefer late-season matchup, but after pandemic-stricken season, Rams and Tigers excited to meet again.
Golf: Steady O’Brien rallies to win Maine Senior Amateur Championship
Biddeford-Saco golfer shoots 1-over 73 to win tournament by four strokes.
High school volleyball preview: Sport returns to action a few months removed from the 2021 spring season
Championships are back in play after the pandemic altered the sport in 2020.
Class B high school football preview: Traditional powers again poised for strong seasons
Depth has Lawrence and Skowhegan poised as favorites, while Mt. Blue and Cony aim to remain among the contenders.
Class C high school football preview: New era dawns as Winslow moves on post-Siviski
Black Raiders aim to remain a contender in the conference with new coaches; Gardiner and MCI eye strong seasons.
High school cross country preview: Central Maine cross country teams enter 2021 with unfinished business
After last year’s state championships were canceled at the last minute, runners and coaches hope for a return to normal.