The seniors win the 5K Nordic race in frigid weather on Saturday at Black Mountain.
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Carrabassett Valley youth named to national snowsports team
A Carrabassett Valley Academy student has been named to the 2026 National Brotherhood of Snowsports national development team.
Middle school skiers compete in Bethel
Skiers from Farmington, Waterville, Bethel, Oxford Hills, Dirigo and Maranacook competed Jan. 17 in a Nordic relay.
High schools Tuesday: Gray-New Gloucester girls basketball tops Greely
Abbey Steele scores 17 and the Patriots earn their 11th win of the season.
Meet 10 western Maine girls skiers to watch in 2026
The region features some of the state’s best skiers on both the Alpine and Nordic tracks.
Meet 5 western Maine girls ski teams to watch in 2026
As usual, the area boasts contenders on both the Alpine and Nordic tracks this winter.
Meet 10 western Maine boys skiers to watch in 2026
The Sun Journal coverage area is full of talented underclassmen this winter.
Meet 5 western Maine boys ski teams to watch in 2026
The area has a pair of Class A state title contenders in the Edward Little Alpine and Mt. Blue Nordic teams.
What does it take to be an Alpine ski racer? Above all else, it’s a mental game
Technique, athleticism and understanding of the slope are crucial. But the fastest skiers in the state say mindset and attitude are the most important factors involved.
Varsity Maine Boys Skier of the Year: Beckett Cote, Messalonskee
The senior, in his first season of MPA competition, swept the Class A Nordic races.