Mind games? Playing matchups? Letting ‘em rip? Coaches across the state do all three and more.
Softball
High schools Friday: Lewiston boys lacrosse tops Edward Little
Jackson Bement leads the way in the Blue Devils’ second win in less than two weeks over their rivals.
High schools Thursday: Sacopee Valley baseball halts Monmouth’s streak
The defending state champion Hawks claim a big win over the Class C South-leading Mustangs.
Buckfield softball hands Leavitt its first loss
Brittany Carrier drives in four runs for the Bucks, who avenge their only setback of the season.
High schools Wednesday: Mountain Valley baseball upends Lisbon
Josh Pollis pitches one-hit shutout for the Falcons; Edward Little’s Max Kimble also pitches a one-hitter.
Lisbon softball powers past Mountain Valley
Mackenzie Eaton lifts the Greyhounds over the Falcons with strong performances in the pitching circle and at the plate.
High schools Tuesday: Leavitt softball extends shutout streak
The Hornets keep their undefeated record intact, blanking Lake Region for their third straight shutout. Also, Edward Little sophomore throws no-hitter.
Varsity Maine Top 10 softball poll: B North joins the fray
New teams in the lower five, and Cheverus strengthens grasp on top spot.
High schools Monday: St. Dom’s, Lewiston softball claim big wins
Leah Shannon homers to help the Saints defeat one of Class D South’s top teams, while the Blue Devils rally to walk off against No. 6 team in Varsity Maine poll.
High schools Saturday: Erik Swenson throws perfect game as Scarborough beats Gorham
Swenson outduels Gorham’s Wyatt Nadeau and is part of a no-hitter for his third straight start.