Throwers from across the state make the annual trip to Pittsfield to compete and learn from the state’s best.
Dave Dyer
Staff Writer
Dave Dyer is in his second stint with the Kennebec Journal/Morning Sentinel. Dave was previously with the company from 2012-2015 and returned in late 2016. He spent most of 2016 doing freelance sports writing in Seattle, Washington. During that time, Dave had articles published by the Seattle Times, covering the Seattle Marathon, the Seattle Storm of the National Women’s Basketball League (WNBA) and Seattle Reign FC of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). He also collaborated with the U.S. Olympic website, teamusa.org, interviewing some of the key athletes of the 2016 Summer Olympics, including Michael Phelps, Simone Manuel, Simone Biles, Aly Raisman, Sue Bird and Breanna Stewart.
Before his first stint in Augusta, Dave was a Sports Writer for the Biddeford Journal Tribune from 2009-2012.
A native Mainer, Dave was raised in North Waterboro and graduated from Massabesic High School. He is a graduate of Plymouth State University in New Hampshire, where he was a quarterback on the football team from 2004-2007.
Dave lives in Brunswick. He has a daughter, Scout. He also has two dogs, a Yorkshire terrier named Humphrey and a German shepherd mix named Nanook.
Posted inSports, Track & Field, Varsity Maine
Maine pole vaulters embrace danger of reaching new heights
The event is not for everyone and requires athletes to thrust themselves into the air and over a horizontal bar.
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Posted inSoftball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Hall-Dale softball overcomes early obstacles, tops Dirigo
The Bulldogs commit two errors in the first inning, but pull it together thanks to a balanced offense and strong showing from pitcher Lucy Gray.
Posted inSports, Varsity Maine
Maddie Ripley to continue wrestling career at Western New England University
The Oceanside High School alum, who is wrapping up a successful postgraduate year at Wyoming Seminary in Pennsylvania, will hit the mat and also play field hockey for the Golden Bears.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports, UMaine Sports
Former Miss Maine Basketball Jaycie Christopher transferring to USM
The Skowhegan Area High School graduate and 2022 Miss Maine Basketball winner played three seasons with the Black Bears.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
Young Colby baseball team trying to duplicate success of last season
The Mules, who won 29 games and reached the NCAA tournament last season, are off to a 12-8 start.
Posted inSoftball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Hall-Dale softball team aims for historic fifth straight title
The Bulldogs are the third softball team in state history to win four straight championships. The other teams to do it share their thoughts on the pressure that comes with chasing No. 5.
Posted inOutdoors, Sports
For turkey call youngsters, practice makes perfect
Youngsters put forth their best calls at the 43rd annual State of Maine Sportsman’s Show at the Augusta Civic Center.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
Colby women’s hockey sets high bar for the future
The Mules reached the NCAA Division III tournament for the third time in four years, but must replace a graduating class of 11.
Posted inSports, Varsity Maine, Wrestling
Varsity Maine Boys Wrestler of the Year: Joseph Lathwood, Thornton Academy
The senior wrapped his high school wrestling odyssey, which has taken him from Hawaii to Missouri to Maine, with his first Class A title.