Spruce Mountain Phoenix Archives - Lewiston Sun Journal

After slow start, Spruce Mountain boys basketball is where it wants to be

The Phoenix are at full strength, rolling, and looking forward to making noise in the Class C tournament after years in Class B.

The region features some of the state’s best skiers on both the Alpine and Nordic tracks.

The Sun Journal coverage area is full of talented underclassmen this winter.

Thornton Academy tightens grip on top spot, and Cheverus/Yarmouth moves up to second place.

From potential playoff previews to teams looking to maintain strong starts, these squads and games are worth watching in the coming days.

Surprise teams and intriguing regional title pictures have emerged, and big matchups loom in the new year’s first full week.

Strong defense and a 13-0 run in the third quarter keep the Phoenix unbeaten in Class C South.

The Phoenix force 29 turnovers to claim a Capital City Hoop Classic victory at the Augusta Civic Center.

Oxford Hills, Leavitt, Winthrop, Oak Hill, Dirigo, Poland and Spruce Mountain all feature multiple players.

Ten seniors and a sophomore make up this list of the area’s best players.