AUBURN — Alexis Bennett wasn’t sure life could get any better than Saturday. The Buckfield senior was part of a softball semifinal victory in the morning and graduated that evening. “The day we graduated, it’s funny because even before I graduated that day, I thought it was the best day of my life,” Bennett said. […]
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High school softball: Blue Devils hand EL first loss
LEWISTON — In recent seasons, the Lewiston softball team might have jumped out to an early lead against its rivals from Edward Little — and then given it back soon thereafter. Thursday, the Blue Devils scored early and kept the lid on any Red Eddies rally for a 5-3 win. It was the fifth win […]
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2016 Edward Little girls’ lacrosse preview
Coach: Jessica Somers (eighth year) Conference: KVAC; Class: A North Last year’s record: 3-9 Returning athletes: Seniors — Francesca Beth Haines (M), Rachael Abel (D), Elizabeth Castro (A), Thyme Finnerty (D), Haley Frohlich (A), Brooke Lever (A); Juniors —Kaylee Jipson (M), Mariah Vaillancourt (G), Sophomores – Sierra Green (A), Grace McBride (M). Key losses: Delia […]
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Gorham finishes perfect against Edward Little in state championship
PORTLAND – For much of the game, the Edward Little girls’ basketball team was within striking distance Saturday night. Whatever shot the unbeaten Gorham Rams hit in the first Class AA championship game at the Cross Insurance Arena, the Red Eddies matched it. But as the game wore on, Gorham had more solutions and Edward […]
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Class AA girls’ basketball state championship: Edward Little players know their role
AUBURN — To sub, or not to sub? It’s rarely a question Edward Little girls’ basketball coach Craig Jipson asks himself. “People see me and ask me, ‘Why do you sub so much,’” Jipson said. “‘You sub more than any coach in America.’” Hyperbole aside, Jipson does rush players in and out of the game […]
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Class AA girls’ basketball state championship preview: Edward Little relishes the moment
AUBURN — It’s been a whirlwind week for the Edward Little girls since last weekend’s milestone Class AA regional championship victory. Since then, the Red Eddies have balanced time celebrating their accomplishment and preparing for Saturday’s first Class AA state final. “It’s been really distracting,” sophomore guard Piper Norcross said. “I know I’ve had a […]
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Tourney notebook: DiPompo right at home in Rangeley
AUGUSTA — There’s been a few moments of flashbacks for Brittany DiPompo this past week. The Rangeley assistant girls’ basketball coach played for Jay when the Tigers won the Class C state title in 2009. DiPompo joined the Lakers this season and has enjoyed being part of another championship team. “When the girls do their […]
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Class AA North girls’ basketball final: Edward Little pulls away from Oxford Hills
AUGUSTA — As her teammates took to warmups prior to the second half Friday night, Jordyn Reynolds sought advice. A visibly frustrated Reynolds walked courtside and had a chat with her sister, Brooke. When the junior forward returned to action, the frustration turned to motivation. “She lit that fire and got me to play harder,” […]
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Class AA North girls’ basketball: Oxford Hills rolls into the tourney
Players to watch: Sr. F Tianna Sugars, Oxford Hills; Jr. G Erin Morton, Oxford Hills; Sr. G Emily Jacques, Edward Little; Sr. F Karli Stubbs, Edward Little; Jr. F Katie Butler, Bangor; Soph. G Abby Cavallero, Cheverus; Jr.G Tasia Titherington, Deering; Jr. F Morgan Eliasen, Lewiston; Sr. G Kristina Blais, Lewiston. Favorites: Oxford Hills, Edward […]
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KVAC Indoor Track Championships: Lewiston girls’ repeat, edge Edward Little for title
The defending KVAC indoor track champions from Lewiston were in a nip-and-tuck battle for the team title Saturday at Bowdoin College and with just the triple jump and the 4×200 relay left, every place and every point mattered. “I was like I have to get this and get points for my team,” said the senior. […]