Coaches will have to find creative ways to motivate swimmers, including competing in virtual meets, during pandemic.
Swimming
High school hockey, swim teams scramble for practice space
With college rinks, pools and tracks closed to outside use, creativity and sharing are key to solving logistical issues for high school teams.
High school winter practices pushed back to January
Individual drills involving players and coaches can start as planned on Monday in “green” counties, but team practices and scrimmages have been moved from Dec. 14 to Jan. 4.
This winter, coin flip replaces opening tip-off
The Maine Principals’ Association releases its COVID-19 safety guidelines on each high school winter sport.
What could high school sports look like this winter in Maine?
It’s been a successful fall season outside for many schools, but winter sports played inside present challenges that require creative problem-solving during the pandemic.
Maine’s high school winter sports season put on hold indefinitely
Practices were scheduled to start on Nov. 16, but they have been delayed while the Maine Principals’ Association meets with state agencies about COVID-19 safety protocols.
Cheverus swim coach Kevin Haley retires after 32 years
Under Haley, the Stags won nine Class A state championships.
Girls’ swimming: 2020 Varsity Maine All-State team
Seniors dominate this year’s squad, with eight of 10 selections including a pair of four-time All-State honorees.
Girls’ swimming: Olivia Harper, Morse
A six-time individual state champion who will take part in the upcoming U.S. Olympic Trials, the senior from Woolwich combined hard work with flawless technique.
Boys’ swimming: Carson Prouty, Bangor
A two-time Performer of the Meet in Class A, Prouty walks away from high school swimming with state records in two individual events and one relay.