Archive for ‘Sports’

  • Short takes: Nataluk places sixth at States; Lakers fall in football playoff

    CROSS-COUNTRY: Competing in a field of 103, Fryeburg Academy sophomore Alanna Nataluk ran a 20:46 in the 5,000-meter race on Saturday to place sixth at the Class B State Cross-Country championships held at Twin Brook in Cumberland. Junior Lila Gaudrault of Cape Elizabeth posted the winning time of 19:19. Overall in the state, Alanna was […]

  • Wilma A. Irish, 90

    NAPLES — Wilma Anne Irish, 90, of Naples, died Thursday morning, Oct. 31, 2019, in the comfort of her own home with her loving daughter beside her. She was born on November 29, 1928, in Naples, a daughter of Albert J. and Addie G. (Meserve) Ridlon. She attended local schools, graduating from Bridgton High School. […]

  • Raiders keep firm grip on Cup; beat Lakers for the ninth straight time, 26-0

    By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer Although his Raider football team brought home the Pleasant Mountain Cup for the ninth straight year with a 26-0 victory over rival Lake Region Friday night, Coach David Turner was quick to say his team had survived a dog fight. “I think they were more physical than us the […]

  • Player of the Week: Shelby Sheldrick

    Shelby Sheldrick is a difference maker on the soccer field, according to Lake Region varsity girls’ soccer head coach David Jaeger. “Confident, aggressive, composed, driven; these words embody what it takes to make a difference on the soccer field. Confident in yourself and your play, the ability to step into any given situation and believe […]

  • Player of the Week: Thomas Kolofsky

    Thomas Kolofsky has been a big reason why the Lake Region varsity boys’ soccer team has been competitive all-season long. He just finished his second season as a co-captain, and is a vocal leader on and off the field. Thomas was asked to play a defensive position this season and stepped up without a single […]

  • Freeport hits on big plays to edge Raiders 14-7

    By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer They can’t catch a break. A year ago, Fryeburg Academy made their own breaks with a stingy defense and a potent offense that could stretch the field with deep passes from quarterback Oscar Saunders to wideout Nathan Knapp. Very tough in all facets of the game, the Raiders reached […]

  • Poland burns Lakers for five TD airstrikes in 49-14 win

    By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer Mike Shea had a good feeling about his club’s chances Friday night against Poland. He felt electricity amongst his players, unlike a week ago when the Lakers were flat and were pummeled by Freeport. “For me, pregame is a big thing. Our pregame against Freeport was terrible. We were […]

  • Players of the Week: Brooke Chase & Ethan McMurray

    Senior Brooke Chase has been more than willing to teach new cheerleaders the sideline cheers and dance for this cheer season, something that hasn’t gone unnoticed by Lake Region Coach Brittany Perreault. “Brooke is one of our captains and her teammates definitely look up to her as a leader.” Coach Perreault said. “I am very […]

  • Player of the Week: Jason Harlow

    Jason Harlow is a very important player to the Lake Region varsity boys’ soccer program, on and off the field. “A season ago, he was the team leader in goals and assists. As a quiet leader on this team, he wears his heart on this sleeve. I’ve been lucky enough to watch him grow as […]

  • Player of the Week: Noah Duprey

    According to longtime Lake Region varsity golf coach Art Kilborn, Noah Duprey’s work ethic is like no one else, and he continues to set a team first example. In recognition of his strong work ethic, determination, commitment and good sportsmanship, Noah is this week’s Boosters and Hancock Lumber “Player of the Week.” Each week, a […]