Loss of postseason play a disappointment, but many say they embrace 10-game season.
Field Hockey
‘Just excited we may have a season’: Athletes and coaches are glad they’ll have a chance to play games
Each school district still needs to approve the golf, soccer, cross country and field hockey seasons, but Thursday’s announcement brings enthusiasm after a summer of uncertainty.
Decision about fall high school sports coming Thursday, MPA says
The MPA met with other state agencies Wednesday, and said that, “with the exception of a few minor edits,” the guidelines for fall sports have been agreed upon.
Field hockey, cross country coaches apprehensive, continue to practice within guidelines
Coaches and players play the waiting game as the state and the Maine Principals’ Association work things out regarding fall sports.
Battle for Breast Cancer raises $8,681
$8,681 for uninsured or underinsured people seeking care at the Martha B. Webber Breast Care Center.
New guidelines cast doubt on high school football and soccer
Both sports are labeled ‘high risk’ under the community sports guidelines that the Department of Education says should govern school-based athletic programs.
Tight supply of high school game officials faces a new foe: A pandemic
Game officials worried about health risks may choose to sit out this fall, leading to a shortage of qualified officials for varsity contests.
MPA announces details for shortened fall sports seasons
Football teams will play no more than six regular season games. Soccer, field hockey and volleyball will play a maximum of 10.
Varsity Maine Awards — Girls team Coach of the Year: Mary Beth Bourgoin, Winslow
Bourgoin has a simple coaching philosophy: “They are the daughters of somebody who loves them very much. … I try to make sure I think of that when I coach them.”
Field hockey teams are fundraising for the Battle for Breast Cancer
Benefit field hockey event will take place virtually with fundraising happening in July.