These upperclassmen — six juniors and four seniors — are set for strong seasons this spring.
Jimmy James
Staff Writer
Jimmy covers sports for the Sun Journal, primarily contributing to the Varsity Maine team. He is from Hagerstown, Maryland, and graduated from the University of Richmond in May of 2025 with a B.A. in journalism and leadership studies. At Richmond, Jimmy spent over two years as sports editor of the student newspaper, The Collegian, and throughout his undergraduate journalism career had bylines in a number of local Virginia newspapers as well as several national sports sites. Prior to moving to Maine in January 2026, Jimmy had several previous ties to the state, having spent summers visiting family in Ogunquit and York Beach. He's a big fan of professional and college sports, especially the NBA, and is excited to continue this new adventure in Maine.
Posted inBaseball, Sports, Varsity Maine
These are the 5 western Maine baseball teams to watch in 2026
These five teams are ready to compete with the best across the state.
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Posted inBoys Hockey, Sports, Varsity Maine
Mainer set to officiate a men’s college hockey Frozen Four game
Turner resident Steven Rouillard, a Hockey East referee, is in Las Vegas for the sport’s marquee event.
Posted inGirls Lacrosse, Sports, Varsity Maine
Mistakes are learning experiences for Leavitt girls lacrosse
The Hornets are prepping for their inaugural season as a varsity team.
Posted inSkiing, Sports, Varsity Maine
Varsity Maine Boys Skier of the Year: Alden Reardon, Fort Kent
Reardon won the Sassi Memorial, the Aroostook Nordic Championship classic and freestyle titles, and was the fastest skier at the state championships.
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Meet the 2025-26 Varsity Maine All-State boys ski team
Fryeburg Academy and Yarmouth each have three skiers on the list.
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Varsity Maine Girls Skier of the Year: Clara White, Orono
The senior wrapped up her high school career by sweeping the Class C titles while skiing the fastest times in any class.
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Meet the 2025-26 Varsity Maine All-State girls ski team
This year’s team is made up largely of upperclassmen, representing 13 schools.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
CMCC women’s basketball coach stepping down after 4 national titles
Andrew Morong led the Mustangs to an 87.2% winning percentage during his 15 years at the helm.
Posted inBaseball, Boys Lacrosse, Softball, Sports, Varsity Maine
The Maine spring sports season is under way. Here’s what we learned on Day 1
Monmouth baseball gets an interesting mix of faces on the first day of practices for pitchers and catchers; Lewiston softball looks to progress further; and boys lacrosse goalies get started.