Girls basketball: With plans for an experienced team dashed, Richmond starts fresh

Down to only one senior due to COVID opt-outs, Bobcats get a new wave of players adjusted to the varsity game.

High schools grapple with decision to allow media into indoor athletic events

Many schools — including Cony, Skowhegan and Winthrop, among others — are allowing media into games while others such as Winslow and Waterville are restricting access altogether.

Blanca Millan, Anne Simon form dangerous scoring combination for UMaine women’s basketball team

The senior and sophomore give Black Bears a one-two punch that opponents have struggled to contain in the early going.

Boys basketball: Cony downs Mt. Ararat on the first night of the season

Girls basketball: Cony edges Mt. Ararat in first game under COVID-19 precautions

With no fans in attendance, game had a much different feel compared to those of last season.

North Atlantic Conference won’t offer basketball this winter

The conference, which includes five Maine colleges, had previously delayed a decision on winter sports before opting to cancel competition.

Remember When: The Richmond girls basketball team dominated region from 2011-13

Bobcats won three consecutive regional titles but ran into dominant Washburn in states each year.

College notebook: Northeast-10 Conference latest to halt winter athletics during pandemic

Decision a tough break for Messalonskee graduate Sophie Holmes, a senior at Franklin Pierce University; Cony's McCormick handles lost season at Bates.

Young players show promise for UMaine men’s hockey team after opening games

Sophomore goalie Matthew Thiessen and freshman forward Lynden Breen provide strong performances in weekend series at New Hampshire.

Maine high school swim teams prepare for a season unlike any other

Coaches will have to find creative ways to motivate swimmers, including competing in virtual meets, during pandemic.