2023-24 Winter Sports Preview

Jodd Bowles’ obligation to family and community is what made him tick

The former Edward Little Alpine ski coach died Sunday at his home in Auburn. He was 60 years old.

All-Region Boys Alpine Skier of the Year: Charlie Pye, Mt. Abram

Senior turned in two top-10 finishes in the Class B Alpine championships and collected a pair of Mountain Valley Conference titles.

2022-23 Sun Journal All-Region Boys Alpine Skiing Teams

All-Region Girls Alpine Skier of the Year: Taylor Gordon, Mt. Blue

The senior returned to Mt. Blue this season and turned in first-place finish in the giant slalom and was the runner-up in the slalom at the Class A state championships.

2022-23 Sun Journal All-Region Girls Alpine Skiing Teams

All-Region Boys Nordic Skier of the Year: Henri McCourt, Mt. Blue

The sophomore swept the Class A championship races to pace the Cougars to their second state title in a row.

2022-23 Sun Journal All-Region Boys Nordic Skiing Teams

2022-23 Sun Journal All-Region Girls Nordic Skiing Teams

All-Region Girls Nordic Skier of the Year: Bridget Reusch, Mt. Blue

The senior didn't allow a nagging injury prevent her from shining as she led the Cougars to another Class A championship.