Athena Gee and Ava Wilkinson each scored 11 points as North Yarmouth Academy.

Mt. Ararat and South Portland return their starters after strong seasons, while Cheverus and Gorham look to stay strong despite key losses.

Whether they're returning stars or looking to take a step forward, these players are hoping for big seasons this winter.

Biddeford, Wells and Medomak Valley may be the teams to beat, but challengers like Lake Region and York are aiming high.

Beth Carlton and Steve Stewart begin their coaching tenures at Morse on Thursday against Waterville.

A new rule is in place to penalize those who try to flop or fake a foul, but don't expect a shot clock in Maine any time soon.

Watchlist includes five seniors, four juniors and one sophomore.

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

For a younger and shorter Dragons squad, a Class A title defense is not front of mind, the small details are.

Whether stocked with returners or going in with a revamped lineup, teams are eager to get the new year off on the right foot.

Olivia Breen is 13 and has yet to play a high school game, but she already has 3 scholarship offers from D-I programs.

The Cheverus girls' basketball team rose from uncertainty to invincibility en route to a Gold Ball.

Brianne Maloney takes over at South Portland, replacing Lynne Hasson who says she resigned under pressure.

The blueprint used to get more women involved comes from UMaine women's basketball coach Amy Vachon.

Girls’ lacrosse: The reigning Class B champions hand the Class C Flyers their first loss of the season.

Our list of the top girls' basketball players in the state includes four juniors and a sophomore.

The Miss Maine Basketball winner capped an impressive career in perfect fashion, leading Cheverus to a 21-0 championship season.

The Basketball Committee opted against changes this season to the rule, which gives struggling teams a chance to play down a class.

Some high school coaches say the rule gives unsuccessful teams a needed boost, while others say it's unfair to smaller schools vying for playoffs.

Fitzpatrick is the first Cheverus player to win the award, while Mercier is the first Ellsworth winner in 36 years.

The top 10 boys' and girls' basketball teams and top five boys' and girls' hockey teams in Maine, through games of March 6.

Whether due to returning starters or incoming talent, there are boys' and girls' teams that are poised to make deep runs in 2025.

Maddie Fitzpatrick and Ruth Boles lead the Stags to their second state championship in three years, defeating Gorham, 38-24.

Girls’ basketball: The Warriors recover from a slow start to beat Valley, 60-42, in the Class D final.

Rams denied good looks, beaten on boards in 54-30 loss to Dragons.

After losing in the Class A final last year, the Dragons cruise to a 54-30 victory behind 21 points from Dakota Shipley.

The Mariners complete a 22-0 season with a 33-25 victory to capture their second state championship in three years.

Brunswick is seeking its first Gold Ball, while Cheverus, Gorham and Cony are looking to add to their collection.

Rams, Dragons to battle for state title at 1:05 p.m. Saturday in Portland.

The Dragons have been one of the toughest teams to score on, especially in the postseason.

The top 10 boys' and girls' basketball teams and top five boys' and girls' hockey teams in Maine, through games of Feb. 28.

The Mariners lost key players to graduation, but have remained formidable as they play Friday for a second championship in three years.

Despite losing three key players from last year's team, the Stags have beaten all comers and stand one win away from a second Class AA title in three years.

Oceanside's Carter Galley is a boys' finalist, while Cheverus's Maddie Fitzpatrick, Gorham's Ellie Gay and Scarborough's Caroline Hartley are girls' finalists.

The girls' basketball team is in the Class AA state final for the third straight season, while the boys are playing for a state championship for the first time since 2005.

The Oceanside boys and girls – both undefeated – will attempt to win state titles at Cross Insurance Center in Bangor.

COMMENTARY: Watching the smallest schools take the big stage is the highlight of the annual celebration of Maine high school basketball.

The top-seeded Rams defeat Scarborough, 46-37, in the regional final and will play in the state championship game for the third year in a row.

The Cavaliers are headed to the state championship game for the first time in 15 years after a 71-26 victory.

With Maddie Fitzpatrick in foul trouble, Ruth Boles helps lead the undefeated Stags to a 48-38 victory and a trip to the state championship game.

Class B championships are scheduled for Friday night in Bangor, while Class A and AA title games will take place Saturday in Portland.

The Dragons outscore top-seeded Mt. Ararat 17-8 in the final quarter and return to the state championship game with a 39-30 victory.

No. 3 Rams pull away late to reach first state final since 2012.

The top 10 boys' and girls' basketball teams and top five boys' and girls' hockey teams in Maine, through games of Feb. 22.

The Mariners improve to 21-0 with a 44-33 victory over defending regional champion Spruce Mountain in the South final.

Raegan Cowan scores 14 points for the fourth-seeded Bulldogs, who hold the Panthers without a field goal over a 10-minute span in a 47-37 win.

The third-seeded Red Storm use a strong defensive effort to advance to the Saturday's regional final.

The second-seeded Flyers continue a dominant tournament run with another convincing victory, 52-26.

The defending regional champions take control with a shooting surge, pulling away for a 52-34 win and a third straight trip to the regional final.

Gabbie Tibbetts' 3-pointer sets the tone in overtime, and the second-seeded Vikings win a Class AA North semifinal to advance to their eighth straight regional final.