Dragons went undefeated and allowed just 4 goals in regular season, but then things tightened up in the playoffs.

While teams had to get creative on, off field, coaches and players were happy for the opportunity to play.

Toni Stevenson sets up one goal and scores the winner in a 4-2 girls' soccer victory.

Kadynne Smith scores and goalie Caroline Lerch leads a strong defensive effort as the Stags avenge their only loss this season and improve to 7-1-1.

Jason Harlow scores three times as the Lakers get goals from six players in a 9-0 win over the Knights.

Ian Labrie scores the winning goal with 7:24 left in regulation as the Clippers earn their seventh win of the season.

Kate Martell scores twice, with Toni Stevenson assisting, as Portland improves to 6-1 with a 3-0 win over South Portland.

Tight defenses and steady rain made dominated the day.

Tight defenses and steady rain made dominated the day.

Bobcats went 47-2-1 in stretch, winning three straight Class D titles.

Normally rivals, the neighboring schools combined this fall to form what's been a strong team.

The private boarding school decided Monday to switch to remote learning through Nov. 6 after a student and teacher tested positive for COVID-19.

The Red Storm, struggling this season with finishing off on offensive chances, get a goal in each half and shut out the Red Riots.

The Dragons rise to the occasion, then draw curtain on home portion of schedule.

Girls' soccer: Grace Forgues scores twice in Gorham's 3-0 win.

Much like their 2019 playoff game, the Rams and Stags show that they're evenly matched, playing to a 1-1 deadlock.

A late penalty kick enables Freeport to rally for a 1-1 boys' soccer draw against its Western Maine Conference rival.

Lauren Fotter scores the winning goal midway through the second OT as the Rams improve to 3-1-1.

Maggie Cochran pours in six goals in an 8-0 girls' soccer victory.

Monmouth/Winthrop (Class C) edges Richmond (Class D) in showdown between perennially tough programs.

Laura Ryer scores both goals as the Capers win a rare matchup of powerhouse programs, 2-0.

The Bulldogs improve to 4-0 with a victory over the Rams.

Scoring chances are limited and the Rams and Red Storm can't find the back of the net with two defenses dominating the match.

Falcons break open close game with strong second half in Topsham.

Field hockey: Riley Heacock scores twice for the Scots.

Sarah Talon scores twice, including the winner, in a 3-2 girls' soccer victory.

Muntasir Ahmed scores two goals in the first half as Deering gets a win in its season opener.

While the pandemic has changed much in sports, the Dragons and Eagles embrace their showdowns.

Playing a former rival for the first time since 2016, Falmouth begins its season with a 1-0 win.

Dragons blank Morse in game both sides try to adjust to new rules.

Lydia Stein's goal with 36 seconds left in double overtime lifts Portland to a 1-0 win in a long-awaited season opener.

Sisters Angel and Jazzy Huntsman score second-half goals to lift the Panthers to a 2-1 girls' soccer victory.

The Clippers score three goals in the fourth quarter to win their field hockey season opener, 4-1.

This fall, there will be more games between schools in differing enrollment classes – and in some cases, old rivals will face off once again.

Loss of postseason play a disappointment, but many say they embrace 10-game season.

After months of wondering whether there would be any sports this fall, most schools across the state held their first practices in soccer, field hockey, cross country and golf on Monday.

Some feel their voices have not be heard by decision-makers, and they worry about potential mental health issues among students if the season is called off.

Kelly, a senior, earned National Player of the Year honors in girls' soccer after leading the Windjammers to a fourth consecutive Class A state title.

For even the best and most veteran coaches, trying to prepare for all possible scenarios and precautions can seem 'overwhelming.'

Adam Perron, a South Portland High graduate, previously coached the Red Riots' boys' soccer team, and most recently coached SMCC's women's team.

The senior scored 49 goals to lead the Windjammers to a fourth consecutive Class A state championship.

Eleven players from 10 schools highlight the cream of the crop from across the state.

Kristina Kelly, who led the Windjammers to four straight Class A state championships, is honored by the United Soccer Coaches.

The WIndjammers start fast and complete another undefeated season with a 2-1 victory, on goals by Kristina Kelly and Alexandra Tassoni.

The Rangers earn their first state championship in 18 years with a 3-0 victory.

Serena Mower's goal with two minutes remaining lifts the Panthers past Penobscot Valley, 1-0.

Saturday's Class A state final features a rematch between Camden Hills – riding a 64-game unbeaten streak – and Scarborough.

The Panthers score in each half in the Class D South regional final.

Karli Chapin scores two second-half goals for the Capers.

The two-time defending Class A champion Blue Devils get two goals from Suab Nur and beat Brunswick, 3-1, to reach a fourth title game in the past five years