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High school basketball’s shot of the year? Watch Josh Ross do the trick

by Mike Lowe March 19, 2022March 19, 2022

The Thornton Academy junior made a backwards half-court shot during a Unified basketball game that has been viewed nearly 10,000 times on Twitter.

Sports, Varsity Maine

Tackle football, wrestling returning to Maine high schools in coming year

by Steve Craig May 26, 2021May 27, 2021

Two days after the state retired its Community Sports Guidelines, the Maine Principals’ Association announces that all interscholastic activities are being allowed.

Maine colleges, Sports

High school rivals continue success as college pole vaulters

by Steve Craig May 25, 2021May 25, 2021

Travis Snyder has a good crack at qualifying for the NCAA Division I championship, while Ben Drummey is ranked second in Division III after a breakout freshman season.

Boys Basketball, Boys Hockey, Girls Basketball, Skiing, Sports, Swimming, Varsity Maine

No fans, no playoffs. So what’s motivating high school athletes this winter?

by Steve Craig and Mike Lowe January 31, 2021February 1, 2021

Athletes who have tasted postseason success talk about what keeps them focused during a pandemic-altered season.

Sports, Varsity Maine

No spectators will be allowed at SMAA events this fall

by Steve Craig September 21, 2020September 22, 2020

The Western Maine Conference, however, will allow some fans – but none from visiting teams.

Boys Hockey, Sports, Varsity Maine

Lewiston’s Ryan Pomerleau wins Travis Roy Award

by Wil Kramlich May 17, 2020May 18, 2020

The Blue Devils’ captain is the fourth Lewiston player to win the award, which was presented for the 25th year.

Football, Sports, Uncategorized, Varsity Maine

Football: Gaziano Award semifinalists announced

by Steve Craig December 18, 2019December 18, 2019

The annual award honors the top senior offensive and defensive linemen in Maine high school football.

Sports, Varsity Maine

Fitzpatrick Trophy semifinalists named

by Steve Craig December 2, 2019December 2, 2019

State champions Zach Maturo of Bonny Eagle, Justin Bryant of Marshwood and Camden Jordan of Leavitt headline a 12-player group vying to be named the top senior in Maine high school football.