2017 Varsity Maine Awards

Winners will be announced at #VMEA17 on Tuesday May 2 at the Costello Sports Complex, University of Southern Maine, Gorham.

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Finalists have been notified and a winner will be announced on stage May 2 at the 2017 Varsity Maine Awards. Check out the finalists below to see if your favorite athlete, coach or fan has been selected as a finalist.

The wow factor

It’s not easy juggling school, sports and life. This athlete has overcome hardship or adversity while maintaining a commitment to his or her team.

Gilleyanne Davis-Oakes, Vinalhaven
Victoria Garand, Deering
Logan Reardon, Central
Ruslan Reiter, Maranacook
Parker Wyatt, Falmouth

The academic ace

We’re looking for an athlete who excels in the classroom. Who is tops among his or her peers when it comes to academic excellence?

Madeline Beaulieu, Maine Girls’ Academy
Kate Guerin, Mt. Ararat
Matt Ingram, Winthrop
Hayden Sattler, Ellsworth
Ben Steeves, Bonny Eagle

The loudest and proudest

Talk about school pride: We’re looking for the No. 1 fan – whether it’s a parent, family member, student or booster who cheers on his or her team at home games and on the road.

Karen and Danny Baron, Ellsworth
Buzzell Family, Fryeburg Academy
MOB hockey fans
Stephanie Smith, Greater Portland Christian
Wayne and Jennifer Witham, Lawrence

The unsung hero

Not every kid is a star. Tell us about one whose behind-the-scenes contributions to a team have far greater value than what’s in the box score.

Kaylin Delaney, Fryeburg Academy
Lydia Henderson, South Portland
Bruce Hunter, Maranacook
Michelle Rowe, Gorham
Haley Thebarge, Skowhegan

The coach of the year

The best coaches can’t be measured by victories alone. Which one has made the biggest impact on students while forging a winning tradition?

Steve DeAngelis, Maranacook
Heidi Deery, Rangeley
Kathy Leahy, Thornton Academy
Sandy Nelson, Vinalhaven
Chad Sturgis, A.R. Gould

The role model

Every team has one: We’re looking for an athlete who goes above and beyond to help younger team members succeed.

Kiara Carr, Temple
Ellie Chidsey, Waynflete
Ellie Clarke, Ellsworth
Grace Decker, Thornton Academy
Austin Dutremble, Biddeford

The fab freshman

Every team counts on newcomers. Which ninth-grader has made the biggest impact on a varsity squad?

Emma Gallant, Cheverus
Raegan Kelly, Noble
Simon McCormick, Cony
Hayden St. Amand, Waterville
Maggie Strohm, Old Orchard Beach

The clutch player

Who do you turn to down the stretch? This athlete is apt to come through when a big play is needed most.

Kayley Cimino, Greely
Cody Craig, Skowhegan
Jackson Fotter, Gorham
Abby Hamilton, Yarmouth
Tasia Titherington, Deering

The Better Neighbor

Balancing schoolwork and sports is no easy feat. But some students take it a step further by volunteering their efforts in their community. Tell us about them.

Sam Alvarado, Ellsworth
Nick Archambault, Portland
Alexandria Fraize, Fryeburg Academy
Emily Jefferds, Scarborough
Anna Lane, Massabesic

The team of the year

Which team – in any sport – has been the most impressive the past 12 months? Results are important, but no more than team chemistry and sportsmanship.