Saddleback hosts first meet of season as skiers begin down road to first state meets since 2020.
Skiing
On Skiing: Another run through Maine’s high school skiing culture
The biggest lesson from columnist Dave Irons’ inquiry into Maine high school skiing is how everyone involved in school and amateur ski competition seems to be totally immersed.
On Skiing: It isn’t easy, but high school skiers deserve fan support
High school racers often provide their own equipment, which is expensive, and usually compete without much of a crowd, Dave Irons writes.
Nordic skiing preview: Mt. Blue’s Emma Charles and Brynne Robbins leaving lasting legacies before they depart for college
Senior co-captains look forward to a season that features the return of state championship competition, and, they hope, another state title for the Cougars.
2021-22 Nordic skiing preview capsules
A team-by-team glance at the Sun Journal’s coverage area.
Alpine skiing preview: Rangeley’s Bristol Quimby’s saves her ferocity for the slopes
The senior wants to leave it all out there on the mountain during her final year skiing for the Lakers.
2021-22 Alpine skiing preview capsules
A team-by-team glance at the Sun Journal’s coverage area.
Dan Campbell determined to ride out, and out-ride, cancer
The longtime area high school and college track, cross country and skiing coach will have to undergo another of treatment in the fall, but he won’t let the disease derail his life.
All-Region Girls Nordic Skier of the Year: Mt. Blue’s Emma Charles
The junior’s sweep in the KVAC championships helped the Cougars to the team title. It’s Charles’ third time earning All-Region top honors.