No fans, no playoffs. So what’s motivating high school athletes this winter?

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Published
January 31, 2021

No fans, no playoffs. So what’s motivating high school athletes this winter?

Athletes who have tasted postseason success talk about what keeps them focused during a pandemic-altered season.
Published
September 21, 2020

No spectators will be allowed at SMAA events this fall

The Western Maine Conference, however, will allow some fans – but none from visiting teams.
Published
May 17, 2020

Lewiston’s Ryan Pomerleau wins Travis Roy Award

The Blue Devils' captain is the fourth Lewiston player to win the award, which was presented for the 25th year.
Published
May 16, 2020

Travis Roy Award finalists finally get their day

The four seniors had to wait an extra two months to find out the winner, and a livestreamed video ceremony has replaced the camaraderie of an in-person banquet.
Published
May 12, 2020

Boys hockey: Travis Roy Award ceremony to be livestreamed by Sun Journal

The announcement Sunday night will be streamed live on the Sun Journal's website and Facebook page.
Published
February 25, 2020

Boys basketball: Expect close games in Class AA and A finals

Interesting subplots to keep an eye on when Edward Little faces Thornton in the Class AA title game, and York takes on Hampden Academy in Class A.
Published
January 4, 2020

Boys hockey: Lewiston kills Thornton’s undefeated start

The Blue Devils are the only unbeaten team remaining in Class A thanks to stout penalty kill.
Published
December 2, 2019

Leavitt’s Camden Jordan a Fitzpatrick Trophy semifinalist

State champions Jordan, Zach Maturo of Bonny Eagle and Justin Bryant of Marshwood headline a 12-player group vying to be named the top senior in Maine high school football.
Published
December 2, 2019

Fitzpatrick Trophy semifinalists named

State champions Zach Maturo of Bonny Eagle, Justin Bryant of Marshwood and Camden Jordan of Leavitt headline a 12-player group vying to be named the top senior in Maine high school football.
Published
November 23, 2019

Sidelines: Class A football still faces challenges

Despite a closer state final, the large school division has a ways to go, Travis Lazarczyk writes.