A spring season had been considered after football was canceled in the fall because of the pandemic, but officials ultimately were concerned that football would conflict with traditional spring sports like baseball and lacrosse.

Several coaches believe waiting until summer is the best shot at having a season.

For only the second time since 1911, the annual Deering-Portland Thanksgiving high school football game will not be played this year.

Coaches, players made most of season.

After losing in the state final in 2014 and 15, the Dragons picked up first Gold Ball of modern era.

Kennebunk High's Joe Rafferty and Wells' Tim Roche win seats in the Maine Legislature.

Falcons roll to 42-8 victory over Eagles.

The Falcons come out on top in rare meeting between teams.

The Greyhounds welcomed another state champ, Leavitt, for a 7-on-7 flag game, and also honored its seniors Thursday.

The school was recognized by the Special Olympics with a national certificate as a unified school.

Over 20 players attend a session in Augusta, running drills with hopes of impressing college coaches.

Despite the disappointment of no tackle football this fall, players relish the opportunity to compete – and have some fun.

A series of upcoming combines will provide college coaches – who are unable to recruit in person during the pandemic – with statistics and videos of players.

Eagles get the best of Shipbuilders as players and coaches navigate a new-look game.

Sam Wrigley lost a baseball season and now a football one due to COVID-19, and he's decided to put hands to work.

Many programs are turning toward 7-on-7 flag football as a way to have some form of competition this fall, with tackle football not allowed.

The cancellation of the fall high school football season disappointed many, but the nature of the sport always presented a safety risk during the pandemic.

MPA rules out tackle football for the fall, instead hopes to have season in late winter or early spring.

Tackle football for the fall is ruled out by the Maine Principals' Association, instead hoping to have season in late winter or early spring.

Utah became the first state to play football this season and several others followed despite COVID-19 safety concerns.

With a clear, state-approved plan in place, many school boards in New Hampshire have already approved fall athletics, including football.

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.

Siviski won seven state championships and 11 regional titles, building Winslow into a perennial power over the years.

Johnson, who was the football coach at Scarborough High for the past 10 years, is a 1985 Portland graduate and has been a long-time teacher at the school.

Game officials worried about health risks may choose to sit out this fall, leading to a shortage of qualified officials for varsity contests.

Participants in the Maine Elite Passing Camp believe the sport can be played with modifications during the pandemic.

More than 83 percent of the players and cheerleaders chosen to participate helped to raise money for the game's charity.

The Scots' senior was a finalist for both football's Fitzpatrick Trophy and the Mr. Maine Basketball award.

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

Brian Dill has been the baseball coach since 1986 and spent 41 falls as an assistant football coach. He leaves a legacy of patience and compassion.

Moving baseball and softball from spring to fall, and football and soccer from fall to spring, has been suggested as an idea to help Maine schools adhere to coronavirus safety guidelines.

The high school all-star game has been played every year since 1990, but won't be held this summer.

The annual all-star game that benefits Shriners Hospitals will not be played this summer because of the coronavirus.

Maine high school and college coaches are sharing their knowledge through a series of clinics.

While many say the changes approved by the MPA are good for the sport, some feel even greater changes are needed.

Football coaches hope more balanced competition results from the Maine Principals' Association's decision to allow some schools to bypass the usual enrollment cutoffs.

While many say the changes approved by the MPA are good for the sport, some feel even greater changes are needed.

The changes include an increase from 10 to 26 teams in eight-man football, and just one division in Class D for this fall.

Three players each from Class A champ Bonny Eagle and Class B champ Marshwood highlight the West roster.

Former coach plays to sports fans' nostalgia by showing Lobster Bowls, playoff contests.

A former Deering player and a 2011 graduate, John Hardy takes over as head coach after four years as an assistant with the Rams.

The number of 11-man Class D teams will be greatly reduced, and struggling Class C teams will lose their most common opponents.

One eight-man coach says, 'We better buckle our chin straps,' in regards to the one-time Class A powerhouse.

The Stags are the most prominent program yet to announce plans to switch away from 11-man football.

Sanford High's Leyton Bickford made a verbal commitment last year to play basketball at UMaine. But college football coaches courted him, making a push to recruit him as a tight end.

Mark Soehren thinks enrollment-based classification for football is unfair and has some ideas to make it better. The Maine Principals' Association is listening.

Mark Soehren thinks enrollment-based classification for football is unfair and has some ideas to make it better. The Maine Principals' Association is listening.

The fullback/linebacker tops Bonny Eagle's Zach Maturo and Scarborough's Jarett Flaker for the award, given to Maine's top senior in high school football.

Clay Cordasco went from losing every game at Sacopee Valley to starting every game at Oregon State. His brother Kyle is primed to become the family's second Division I player.

Clay Cordasco went from losing every game at Sacopee Valley to starting every game at Oregon State. His brother Kyle is primed to become the family's second Division I player.