The Falcons turned a two-point game into a double-digit deficit for the Lakers with a strong third quarter, led by Gabe Wagner.

The Yachtsmen, who lost their season opener to the Rams, extend their winning streak to four with a 53-41 basketball victory.

The Raiders send the game into overtime on a long 3-pointer and then win it when Bobby Hallam hits four foul shots in the final 11 seconds.

The Class A and B South boys' and girls' basketball semifinals, traditionally held at Cross Insurance Arena, now will be played at the Portland Expo.

Askar Houssein finishes with 22 points and the Rams make 7 of 8 from the foul line in overtime to secure a 53-51 win.

Nicholas Kariotis filled up the stat sheet for the Patriots against the shorthanded Clippers.

The Rams weather an early hot streak by Logan Bagshaw – who scored 45 points for the second time this season – and answer with balanced precision to get the win over the Rangers.

The Red Eddies end the first three quarters with 3-pointers and extend their winning streak to eight with a 71-59 victory.

After watching other teams play for championships over the years, Freeport and Yarmouth are leading the pack this season.

The Red Riots trailed through three quarters, but allowed just one point in the fourth, rallying for a 43-34 victory.

Nathan Mullen pours in 24 points as Cape Elizabeth opens a 10-point halftime lead and holds off Waynflete, 59-51.

Senior forward Will MacDonald erupts for 30 of his 36 points in the first half as the Wildcats hold off the Yachtsmen and improve to 8-0.

Cade Carr ties the game with a 3-pointer and Pamba Pamba scores eight points in the extra frame.

A 37-point outing by Logan Bagshaw helps the Rangers cruise to a 62-49 victory.

Falmouth's David Halligan has compiled a prodigious record – along with 18 state titles – in boys' basketball and soccer.

The South Portland and Thornton Academy boys, both undefeated, meet Thursday evening.

Maggie Whitmore scores 23 points and the Red Riots open a 23-point lead by halftime in cruising to a win over Sanford.

Mike Randall scores eight of his 12 points in the fourth quarter as the Rams recover from foul trouble and a late deficit to beat the Scots.

A childhood accident nearly derailed his love for sports, but he has bounced back to play a key role for two highly successful teams.

Twenty-eight teams – including some from out of state – will participate in the Red Claws Christmas Showcase hosted by Portland High.

The Spartans come back from a seven-point deficit in the final five minutes and hold on to beat the Rams.

After surrendering a 19-point, third-quarter lead, South Portland gets a big 3-pointer from Pamba Pamba and holds on for a win over the Scots.

Zach Maturo scores 20 points, and the Scots improve to 3-0 with a 55-46 win over Gorham.

Kevin Smart connects on a 3-pointer as time expires to lift the Bulldogs to a 55-54 win over the Eagles.

Geremi Baez scores 18 points and the Red Riots open the season with a 62-39 win at Gorham.

The Rams climb out of an eight-point hole at halftime and then hang on to win the season opener.

Your guide for all the southern Maine teams entering the 2019-20 season.

The Rangers, Class A champions the past three seasons, suffered big losses to graduation. But they still have sharpshooting Logan Bagshaw – and that's a good place to start.

Bonny Eagle is ready to prove its run to the Class AA state final was no fluke, but the Scots will face plenty of challengers.

Seniors dominate our picks as the top players in southern Maine entering the 2019-20 season.

The Red Storm, the defending Class AA South basketball champs, will start the season without senior standout Julia Freeman because of a knee injury.

A recruit for the University of Maine basketball team, the senior also makes an impact on the football field.

A talented basketball player from a well-known basketball family, Meader has also become one of the top bass anglers in Maine.

After playing well with the Miami Heat NBA Summer League squad, the Messalonskee graduate will now take his talent to Japan.

The Vikings rekindled memories of one of the most famous shots in Maine high school history en route to their first state championship in 50 years.

The senior was a standout as a quarterback, basketball player and pitcher, and will go on to play baseball at the University of Maine.

The sixth-seeded Hawks down third-ranked Hall-Dale 7-6 and will play in the Class C South baseball semifinals.

Marshall Smaracko strikes out eight as the Hawks send the Red Storm to their second loss in nine games.

The 6-foot-6 senior altered his game and led the Rams to the Class AA state title.

Player of the Year Matt Fleming of Bangor is joined by standouts from across the state.

In a tightly contested game, the Bulldogs get 40 points from Scott Sawtelle and beat Westbrook, 58-54.

Anna DeWolfe of Greely and Matt Fleming of Bangor are named Miss and Mr. Maine Basketball.

Despite the departure of many talented seniors across Maine, don't be surprised if we see some repeat champions.

The Rams end an eight-year championship drought, holding off a late charge by Bonny Eagle to earn their 13th state title.

The Tigers finish an undefeated season with a 70-65 victory.

The Vikings edge Cape Elizabeth for the Class B state championship, 49-47.

Rangers grab early lead and control things the rest of the way against Lawrence.

The Vikings seek their first state championship since the improbable 'Shot Heard Round the State' in 1969.

First-year coaches preaching tough defense have their teams vying for the Class AA title Saturday night.

Greely will try to win its third straight Class A crown Friday night, while Cape Elizabeth and Bonny Eagle get their title turns on Saturday.