The Farmington native, while always fast at Oxford Plains Speedway, was far from the favorite to win in the months leading up to the big race.
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Local and community sports coverage from the Sun Journal.
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Top sports stories of 2021: No. 5 — A return to normal, a return to excellence
True postseasons returned for the 2021 spring season, and area athletes put on a show.
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On Skiing: Appreciating the snowmakers during this vacation
It may not be possible to personally thank all those snowmakers who are out all night dragging hoses around and tending snowguns but do be aware that there are a lot of workers out there every night making sure ski areas have the very best skiing surfaces, writes Dave Irons.
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New England Small College Athletic Conference updates spectator policy
Only students, personnel of home school will be allowed at games through January.
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Bates College’s Tony Hooks nominated for national football award
Junior linebacker is one of 55 nominees for Cliff Harris Award, which is given to the nation’s top small college defensive player.
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Thomas College names Kyle Fletcher interim men’s head soccer coach
Monmouth Academy graduate and former Thomas player served as assistant under Chris Parsons.
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Brody Haynes helps Twin City Thunder defeat Boston Jr. Bruins again
Junior hockey: The Thunder goalie makes 33 saves for his second win against the Boston Jr. Bruins this season.
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New Jersey Titans strike often in first period in win over Maine Nordiques
Junior hockey: New Jersey Titans score four times in the first period to defeat the Maine Nordiques.
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Area roundup: Edward Little’s Andrew Casares sets another swimming record
Casares broke a record from 1989 with the previous record-holder on hand to see the team battle Mt. Ararat in the pool. Also, Spruce Mountain girls rally past Winthrop and win in overtime, and Mountain Valley loses a close one.
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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.