When Mike Lowe joined the Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram’s staff in 1982, he never thought he was setting roots. But he learned to love Maine, its people, its games and, especially, its stories. It’s hard to say what he covers because, well, he covers everything. Over the years he’s been fortunate to witness some of the biggest sports events in Maine and elsewhere, from the Little League World Series to the actual World Series, from an NCAA ice hockey championship for Maine to an AHL championship for the Portland Pirates, from seven Super Bowls for the Patriots to the 2008 Beijing Olympics. He’s interviewed stars and personalities such as Muhammad Ali, Tom Brady, Seth Wescott, Michael Phelps, Ian Crocker, Paul Kariya, Julia Clukey, Kevin “Killer” Kaminski and Joan Benoit Samuelson. Yet his favorite stories often involve Maine high school sports and the passion they stir. Nothing compares to the bond between a high school and its town. He collects comic books, loves listening to the Red Sox on the radio on a warm summer night or leaning back in his recliner with a good book. He also loves, absolutely loves, chocolate-covered peanuts. A native of New Bedford, Mass., he lives in Saco with his wife Tracie and has three children and four grandchildren.
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PublishedAugust 31, 2014
Four classes a good fit for Maine high school football
The 2013 realignment led to more balance in all classes.
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PublishedAugust 26, 2014
Portland, Deering add volleyball teams to comply with Title IX
Deering attracts 30 girls to a tryout while Portland has 35 show up at an initial program meeting.
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PublishedAugust 24, 2014
Ted Welch of York was a role model for young athletic directors
His calm demeanor proved an inspiration for others who held the position.
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PublishedAugust 24, 2014
Athletic directors face daily challenges
As technology has improved, more is expected of ADs.
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PublishedAugust 22, 2014
Patriots Beat: There’s no rush to choose a running back
Three running backs are in contention to start, each with strengths and flaws.
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PublishedAugust 16, 2014
Patriots Beat: Brady’s backups play well in preseason win over Eagles
Jimmy Garoppolo and Ryan Mallett combine for three touchdown passes and a rushing touchdown in a 42-35 victory.
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PublishedAugust 15, 2014
Patriots’ Gostkowski coming off best season
Stephen Gostkowski continues to be so good as a place-kicker that the Pats didn’t even bring competition to camp.
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PublishedAugust 14, 2014
Patriots Beat: Eagles coach retains ties to Maine
Not only does Chip Kelly have friends in the state, but his parents live in Saco.
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PublishedAugust 13, 2014
Sanford Mainers fall in NECBL championship final
But the team’s consistent success bodes well for the future.
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PublishedAugust 11, 2014
Negro Leagues lecturer coming to Biddeford’s McArthur Library
His collection includes more than 400 pieces of Negro Leagues memorabilia.
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