
Maine’s Pine Tree Baseball League: A Century‑Old Summer Pastime
For over a hundred years, the Pine Tree Baseball League has offered Mainers a low‑key, community‑driven outlet to play baseball well into adulthood.
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For over a hundred years, the Pine Tree Baseball League has offered Mainers a low‑key, community‑driven outlet to play baseball well into adulthood.

The University of Maine’s football program has resumed spring practices, highlighted by the return of injured running back Nick Laughlin, who is eager to contribute after a lengthy rehabilitation.

Saint Joseph's College of Maine has appointed Kayla Pierce, a Maine native and experienced coach, as the inaugural head coach of its new women's flag football program, which will begin competition in spring 2028.

Kasey Ulin, a Forks High School graduate and former Port Angeles coach, has been approved by the Quillayute Valley School Board to lead the Spartans boys basketball team. He returns after a season spent coaching his children's teams, eager to give back to the community that shaped him.

The Greater Southern Maine Riders secured the State Senior American Legion baseball championship with a 7‑2 win over the Trenton Acadians, highlighted by MVP Parker Soule‑Parent’s clutch fifth‑inning single and strong performances from teammates.

The University of Maine announced its full schedule for the 2026‑27 women's ice hockey season, highlighting 35 games, the debut of head coach Alex Gettens, and ticket sales beginning Aug. 25.

UConn announces the hiring of Sean Walsh as an assistant coach, highlighting his extensive background across NCAA and USHL programs and his reputation for recruiting and player development.
Maine’s football team opens preseason camp, ranked seventh in the CAA, aiming for the championship and the Brice‑Cowell Musket.
Alex Gettens, the eighth head coach in program history, returns to the University of Maine with a clear vision to elevate the Black Bears to national prominence.
At a banquet in Fair Haven, the Vermont American Legion celebrated its standout athletes, highlighting McDade's offensive dominance and Tucker's pitching leadership as the state tournament approaches its final showdown.

From a lone high‑school team in Rumford to packed World Cup watch parties and sold‑out fixtures at Fitzpatrick Stadium, Maine’s soccer story reflects decades of grassroots growth and inclusive ambition.

From a high school team in Rumford to packed stadiums and World Cup watch parties, Maine's soccer culture owes its growth to pioneering figures, immigrant influences, and a lasting love for the game.

The Eagles face a 24th‑hardest schedule, with early winnable games and late championship‑caliber opponents, as head coach Bill O'Brien seeks to revive a program that finished last season 2‑10.

Quinnipiac University has unveiled its 2026‑27 men’s ice hockey schedule, featuring 12 non‑conference games, two exhibition matches and a full league campaign that begins on Oct. 2.

The Marshwood 9U Cal Ripken baseball team won the New England championship and will travel to Florence, Alabama, to compete in the Cal Ripken World Series, a milestone that highlights the growth of youth baseball in Maine.

The Boston Bruins are pinning hopes on a trio of emerging talents — Jacob Vandeven, Navrin Mutter and Luke Cavallin — as they seek to deepen a prospect pool that could influence the club’s fortunes both in the AHL and NHL.

Two recent Red Sox draftees, Jake Schaffner and Owen Hull, share a college history at the University of North Carolina, excitement about being drafted, and anticipation of starting their professional careers together in Fort Myers.

After 27 years at the helm of the Blue Devils, Charlie Hickey retired, leaving behind 700 victories, nine conference titles and a legacy of structured excellence that shaped countless players.

The Pittsfield 16‑year‑old baseball team rebounded from an opening defeat to claim a key win over Bethel, Conn., behind a combined shutout from Wendling and Keegan, while the 13‑year‑old squad fell short of advancement.

The CANUSA Basketball Showcase features 49 games over two days in Fort Fairfield and Presque Isle, celebrating sportsmanship, awarding trophies and medals, and offering a community barbecue and branded merchandise to participants.

Alex Gettens, a seasoned coach with ties to the University of Maine, has been named the new head coach of the women's ice hockey program, bringing a blend of experience and ambition.

From World Cup watch parties to a full‑scale club project, the Ginsbergs are rallying New Hampshire around a vision that blends sport, culture, and local pride.

The University of Maine women's basketball program has been recognized seventh among NCAA Division I teams in the latest WBCA Academic Top 25, reflecting a sustained commitment to scholarship and competition.

After a distinguished 13‑year assistant tenure across several programs, Ryan Forrest steps into the head‑coach role at Princeton, where he aims to revive a program that has not seen an NCAA Tournament appearance since 2016.