Haley Jones

Staff Writer

Haley has been with the Sun Journal sports department since November 2023. She graduated from Occidental College in Los Angeles in May 2022 with a degree in international relations. Haley also played lacrosse for the Tigers, so naturally, her love of sports led her to pursue a permanent sports journalism role. Before her move to Maine, she previously worked as a general assignment reporter in Lancaster, S.C., covering education, city council, crime and business. Haley is a native southerner, born and raised in Alpharetta, Georgia, so don’t be surprised when she slips the occasional “y’all” into her interview questions.

Hearts of Pine, Local Sports, Sports

Hearts of Pine’s Khalid Hersi fulfills family’s dream of playing professional soccer

by Haley Jones January 16, 2025January 16, 2025

Being the first Mainer to sign with the Portland-based professional team was the product of years of hard work and the Hersi family’s passion for soccer.

Football, Sports, Varsity Maine

Lisbon High won’t renew football coach’s contract in wake of hazing allegations

by Haley Jones January 14, 2025January 14, 2025

Lisbon Superintendent Richard Green wrote in an email that Chris Kates will no longer coach the Greyhounds.

Girls Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine

Edward Little girls basketball playing stronger defense to complement prolific offense

by Haley Jones January 14, 2025January 14, 2025

The Red Eddies, who beat Lewiston on Monday for their fifth straight victory, are settling into their matchup zone defense.

Girls Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine

Leavitt girls basketball’s learning curve highlighted in big moments

by Haley Jones January 9, 2025January 10, 2025

The Hornets, as shown in loss to Oceanside, are still learning how to step up when it matters most.

Boys Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine

Winthrop boys basketball battles but falls to Mt. Abram

by Haley Jones January 8, 2025January 9, 2025

The Ramblers control the offensive glass and give the unbeaten Roadrunners their stiffest test of the season.

Boys Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine

Edward Little girls basketball team continues offensive, winning ways

by Haley Jones January 8, 2025January 8, 2025

Rachel Penny sets a career 3-point record, and the Red Eddies surpass 50 points for the fourth straight game to beat Thornton Academy for their fourth straight win.