Semifinalists are announced for the Fitzpatrick Trophy, given to Maine's best senior football player.

Two eight-man players make list for All-Region team.

Championship teams from Class A to the eight-man ranks are well represented.

In his second year as a quarterback, Rose produced nearly 2,500 yards of total offense and 32 touchdowns while leading the Knights to the Class A South final.

Cordell Jones, a junior wide receiver/defensive back, is chosen as Maine’s best player.

Cordell Jones caps memorable season with prestigious selection.

We wrap up our Varsity Maine fall sports honorees with the top football players as selected by the sports staffs at Central Maine newspapers, the Press Herald and the Sun Journal.

Newly crowned Bulldogs take a 63-42-7 all-time edge in the storied series by virtue of a 21-18 victory.

Eli Bush and Ben Robbins warm up prior to Saturday's Class B title game.

The top plays from Saturday's state championship games.

Lisbon High School Athletic Director Chris Spaulding and football coach Chris Kates spoke to the school committee on next steps to ensure an anti-hazing environment.

Falmouth earns first title, while Fryeburg and Portland claim long-awaited championships.

The individual standouts from Saturday's state championship games.

Navigators cap perfect season with first Gold Ball, 26-13.

The Navigators showcase a diverse offense and tough defense in a 26-13 victory over the defending Class B champions.

Led by Dom Buxton (144 yards) and Eli Potter (185 yards), the Warriors collect a second straight state championship with a 34-0 victory.

The Bulldogs break open a close game in the second half to beat Thornton Academy for their first state title since 2002.

The Raiders take control with two early touchdowns on the way to a 28-0 win and their first state championship in 59 years.

Up-to-the minute information from Saturday's Class A, B, C and D titles games.

Thornton Academy, Kennebunk and Wells are going for repeat titles, Portland is looking to end its title drought, and Falmouth is in uncharted territory.

Eli Potter has followed in the footsteps of two older brothers as a powerful running back for the Warriors.

Making their ninth appearance in the Class A state final since 2012, the Trojans have built Maine's most constant high school football dynasty.

The undefeated Navigators face Kennebunk in the Class B state championship game Saturday in Portland.

Bulldogs erupt in second half to prevail, 35-14, capture first championship in 22 years.

The Rams have won 14 straight games, and a 15th would mean the program's first back-to-back championships.

Chris Ferguson, a former University of Maine quarterback, and Saquan Hampton, a former NFL safety, are passing along their knowledge to the Bulldogs.

The battle-tested Bulldogs, who are chasing their first Gold Ball since 2002, face Thornton Academy in a Class A title game rematch.

The best plays filmed by Varsity Maine during the weekend's postseason games.

Wells gets message from former New England Patriots star; Greely and Old Orchard Beach seniors dazzle in final games.

The top individual performances from the regional finals and eight-man state title games.

Rangers make huge plays on offense and defense en route to a 58-20 victory in eight-man large school final.

OOB's stars showcase their big-play ability, with Riley Provencher scoring four touchdowns – three during a 38-point third quarter.

The Golden Trojans win in a blowout, 57-29, to earn their sixth straight berth in the state championship game.

The Golden Trojans win in a blowout, 57-29, to earn their sixth straight berth in the state championship game.

The Rangers make amends for a loss in the 2023 state final, dominating on both sides of the ball in a 58-20 victory.

The top-seeded Ponies earn their fourth straight regional crown, 27-7, and set up a rematch with Wells in the state final.

Eight-man football championships and other Saturday postseason games.

Bulldogs score six touchdowns in middle quarters to prevail, 54-14.

Two pick-6s spring the Raiders to a big halftime lead and a regional championship.

Eli Potter runs for 135 of his 214 yards in second half to lead Warriors back to state championship game with a 35-7 win over the Ramblers

Navigators defeat Bulldogs 35-7, claim first regional title in program history.

The Bulldogs are headed back to the Class A state championship game after a 54-14 win in the North final.

The reigning state champions are tested in the first half before taking control with three straight touchdowns in the third quarter.

Greely, last season's Large School runner-up, looks for its first title as it plays Mt. Ararat, while Old Orchard Beach goes for its second Small School title in three seasons against Stearns.

Follow Friday's postseason action throughout the evening.

Dom Martone, a junior, spends many weeks mimicking the opponent's key player, providing the Rangers' defense a needed boost.

The second-seeded Rangers and fourth-seeded Eagles vie for eight-man Large School championship in Kennebunk on Saturday.