Archive for ‘Sports’

  • Skater passes the test

    CONWAY, N.H. — Mount Washington Valley Skating Club Team Eagles skater Che Che Stoddard, a Lake Region High School student and Bridgton resident, passed the Preliminary Moves-in-the-Field & Pre-Preliminary Freeskate tests on the last day of the season at the Ham Ice Arena in Conway, N.H. The season was cut short but team skaters still […]

  • MPA cancels high school spring sports season

    The high school spring sports season has been officially canceled, according to a press release from the Maine Principals’ Association released this afternoon. “It is with regret that the Maine Principals’ Association announces the cancellation of the 2020 spring athletic season. Please know that this was not a decision that was taken lightly, but one that […]

  • Team Long Run shares Run Club at home video suggestions

    Current events have made it impossible for Team Long Run to conduct their Run Club programs at schools, for the time being. In response, they’ve adapted some of their program activities for families at home. Easy to follow videos are now on TLR’s website and are being shared widely on social networking sites such as […]

  • Trainer offers core workout on YouTube

    Beth Bielat wants to help people through these difficult times brought on by isolation due to COVID-19 by offering core exercises for all levels with lots of variations via YouTube. “During the uncertain times, I want to share a little light and I’ve decided to create complimentary videos about health, wellness, living close to nature […]

  • Pedaling for a Cause: Cyclist looks to draw attention to water protection

    By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer As Jeremy Chapman was hiking a beautiful 100-mile section of the Appalachian Trail, he became concerned about being able to access clean drinking water. “The ridges were dry and getting water was a real concern, as it involved a very steep hike down off the ridge and then back […]

  • Closing out in Style: Mustangs embraced Kristen Huntress’ example

    By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer AUBURN — Kristen Huntress knew the clock was ticking on her collegiate basketball career. One obstacle — the Seawolves of Southern Maine Community College — separated the former Laker from a return trip to the National tournament. “I went into the game with the mindset that it wasn’t going […]

  • Closing out in Style: A game created a friendship that has stood the test of time

    By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer STANDISH — For Julia Quinn and Lexi L’Heureux-Carland, basketball has been more than just a game. It’s been a special connection — one that started out as little kids trying a sport out for the first time and looking to make new friends to a shared passion to improve […]

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  • Player of the Week: Emma Cole

    As the Lakers’ #2 skier this season, junior Emma Cole continued to race well into the State Meet, placing 24th in the slalom and 29th in the giant slalom to help her team place 10th out of 18 schools in Class B. “Thank you, Emma for your commitment to the team and continued leadership,” said […]