The gymnasium at York High is named after Butler, who served there as a coach and athletic director. He was an inaugural member of the Maine Basketball Hall of Fame.
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Maine’s high school winter sports season put on hold indefinitely
Practices were scheduled to start on Nov. 16, but they have been delayed while the Maine Principals’ Association meets with state agencies about COVID-19 safety protocols.
MPA seeking new site for cross country championships
Waldo County’s move to a yellow designation means the state meets likely won’t be held in Belfast.
MPA, state officials to begin talks on winter season
Guidelines for high school sports this winter will be discussed Friday in a meeting between the Maine Principals’ Association and state officials.
Timing “isn’t right yet for football” during the pandemic
The cancellation of the fall high school football season disappointed many, but the nature of the sport always presented a safety risk during the pandemic.
Decision about fall high school sports coming Thursday, MPA says
The MPA met with other state agencies Wednesday, and said that, “with the exception of a few minor edits,” the guidelines for fall sports have been agreed upon.
Field hockey, cross country coaches apprehensive, continue to practice within guidelines
Coaches and players play the waiting game as the state and the Maine Principals’ Association work things out regarding fall sports.
Start of fall high school sports delayed for review of safety guidelines
A day after the state said some of the Maine Principals’ Association’s COVID-19 guidelines for fall sports were inadequate, the start of the season is pushed back by one week.
High school athletes may have sports but not fans this fall
If fall sports receive the necessary approvals, state limits on gatherings could prevent fans from attending games in the fall. Some schools are already considering alternatives.
Superintendents look to state for further guidance on fall sports
Some say they were surprised by the Maine Principals’ Association decision on Thursday.