Archive for ‘Sports’

  • Bridgton to host Four Square World Championships Feb. 23

    For the 16th year, the Lakes Environmental Association (www.mainelakes.org) in snowy Bridgton will host the Four Square World Championships, on Saturday, Feb. 23, at 5 p.m., at the Bridgton Academy Gymnasium.   Bridgton Academy is located in North Bridgton. The championships are open to the public, so expect to see more than 100 people of […]

  • Snowshoe, ski or run race at Highland Lake Saturday

    Team Long Run’s FROZENFIVE Race on Highland Lake takes place this Saturday, Feb. 16 at 11:30 a.m. at Highland Lake Beach. It’s a feature of the Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce Winter Carnival. “This year, we’ve made a change that we’re very excited about: participants can choose to snowshoe, ski or run with micro […]

  • No upset as Lakers fall short of playoff bid

    By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer Margaret McNeil nearly scored as many points as the Lady Lakers. The sophomore guard knocked down four 3-pointers and finished with 18 points to lead Yarmouth (12-6) to a 40-20 victory over Lake Region (6-12) last Thursday. The Clippers dashed the Lakers’ hopes of springing an upset and crashing […]

  • Player of the Week: Paige Davis

    Paige Davis brings a wealth of experience to the ski slopes and as a co-captain of the Lake Region varsity alpine ski team. “She can be counted on to lead the athletes at all times on and off mountain,” Coach Scott Davis said. Paige is a four-year varsity alpine Western Maine Conference all-star, and leading […]

  • Player of the Week: Lucien Wallace

    Lucien Wallace’s enthusiasm on the ski slopes is held in high regard by other alpine athletes, according to Lake Region Coach Scott Davis. A three-year member of the squad and co-captain, Lucien participates in many extracurricular activities and still finds time to participate in sports. In recognition of his strong work ethic, determination, commitment and […]

  • Raider boys gain some payback with win over Lakers

    By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer FRYEBURG — Maybe Oscar Saunders has a little Michael Jordan in him. Being a “little under the weather,” Fryeburg Academy’s senior point guard put on a show with the game on the line Tuesday night, scoring nine straight points to squash a third quarter Lake Region rally as the […]

  • Raider girls cement playoff spot with win over Lakers

    By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer FRYEBURG — During Coreen (Hennessey) Eccleston’s four-year basketball career, she and her Raider teammates beat rival Lake Region once. “Once in four years! It was at home in my senior year. It was a huge win and it meant a lot to us,” the second-year Raider coach said. “Just […]

  • Player of the Week: Jarod Maher

    Jarod Maher has been one of Lake Region’s top sprinters this year, bouncing back well after being out last year with an injury. “He is supportive of his teammates at meets and practices. Jarod has led the sprinters during some workouts and is one of the most helpful athletes we have,” Lake Region indoor track & […]

  • Player of the Week: Ellery Hunt

    Ellery Hunt was willing to take a chance on competing in indoor track & field, and it proved to be a very good decision. “Ellery has been an indoor stalwart since her freshman year, and has been open to learning and understanding shot-put throwing techniques from the start, which is evident from her continued improvement […]

  • Player of the Week: Emma Fagone

    Emma Fagone’s drive to make the Lake Region cheerleading team strong has been contagious. “Her teammates look up to her as a leader and someone who is always there for them,” Coach Brittany Perreault said. “Emma has been focused on bettering herself and this team and it really shows.” Coach Tianah added, “Emma keeps amazing […]