Coach: Jim Bessey (36th year)

Last year’s record: 15-5, lost in Eastern Class A semifinals

Returning players: Seniors — Cam Sennick (6-5 forward), Steve Yardley (6-0 guard), Eric Berry (6-1 guard), Blake Hart (6-1 guard), Nick Hilton (6-4 forward), Jamie Brooks (6-2 forward), Aaron Gagnon (5-10 guard); Juniors — Chad Luker (6-2 forward), Zak Kendall (6-2 forward), Jordan Whitney (5-8 guard).

Key losses: Adam Wiles-Rosell, Dominique Clements.

Promising newcomers: Senior — Chris Malone (5-8 guard); Sophomores — Nate Backus (5-8 guard), Cam Abbott (5-8 guard).

Outlook: Mt. Blue is viewed as a co-favorite along with Hampden in the KVAC North and Eastern A. Berry and Hart are the starting backcourt for the third straight year. Sennick and Hilton are versatile big men. The Cougars have experience and depth throughout the lineup. The regular-season schedule — highlighted by Hampden and Bangor twice — will have MB prepared for tournament time.

Coach’s comment: “I think if we win 14 regular-season games this year, it will make the statement that we’re a pretty good team.” — Coach Jim Bessey


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