Between the mishandling of its announcement to the possible rebuild of the program, school has a long road ahead, Dave Dyer writes.
Dave Dyer
Staff Writer
Dave Dyer is in his second stint with the Kennebec Journal/Morning Sentinel. Dave was previously with the company from 2012-2015 and returned in late 2016. He spent most of 2016 doing freelance sports writing in Seattle, Washington. During that time, Dave had articles published by the Seattle Times, covering the Seattle Marathon, the Seattle Storm of the National Women’s Basketball League (WNBA) and Seattle Reign FC of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). He also collaborated with the U.S. Olympic website, teamusa.org, interviewing some of the key athletes of the 2016 Summer Olympics, including Michael Phelps, Simone Manuel, Simone Biles, Aly Raisman, Sue Bird and Breanna Stewart.
Before his first stint in Augusta, Dave was a Sports Writer for the Biddeford Journal Tribune from 2009-2012.
A native Mainer, Dave was raised in North Waterboro and graduated from Massabesic High School. He is a graduate of Plymouth State University in New Hampshire, where he was a quarterback on the football team from 2004-2007.
Dave lives in Brunswick. He has a daughter, Scout. He also has two dogs, a Yorkshire terrier named Humphrey and a German shepherd mix named Nanook.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
Suspension of Maine Maritime football was surprise to players
Already stung by news that the 2020 season was canceled because of coronavirus, team members are reeling from the academy’s decision to indefinitely suspend the program.
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Sidelines: College football fans, it’s time to brace yourself for possible empty gridirons this fall
With many conferences nationwide pulling the plug on the 2020 season, it’s safe to wonder if any college football will be played this fall, writes Dave Dyer.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
College sports: UMaine-Farmington athletes share mix of frustration, understanding with canceled season
For some UMF athletes, it’s the second time in 2020 hearing that a season is over.
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Four Maine colleges intend to play sports this fall
As the pandemic is forcing many schools and conferences to shut the door on the fall, Colby, Thomas, UMaine-Presque Isle and St. Joseph’s all plan to create nonconference schedules.
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Summer program gives Nordic skiers opportunity for year-round work
Central Maine Ski Club gives skiers chance to keep skills sharp, even when there’s no snow on the ground.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Sports
Maine outdoor wellness classes give some sense of normalcy during pandemic
Following COVID-19 rules, area fitness facilities get group workouts back in motion.
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Central Maine cycling clubs experiencing share of ups and downs
Though rides have been canceled, some clubs have seen active participation and an increase in volunteers.
Posted inSports
Virtual road races gaining in popularity, although obstacles present unique challenges
With large crowd restrictions still in place, virtual events are an attractive option these days, but the lack of a traditional race day atmosphere can dampen the experience.
Posted inLocal & State, Schools & Education
Central Maine technical schools try to make best of bad situation
Classes at Capital Area Technical Center in Augusta and Mid-Maine Technical Center in Waterville move on via social media, but lack of hands-on learning takes its toll.