Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Portland, Maine across Soccer, Basketball, Baseball.
The Cheverus girls basketball team erased a 19‑point deficit to beat Hampden Academy 63‑61 in overtime, with Kylie Lamson and Kristin King leading a rally that left coaches and fans in disbelief.
After a life‑saving heart and kidney transplant, Hall‑of‑Fame coach Paul Vachon is back leading a youth basketball clinic in Augusta, weaving his storied past with a hopeful future for the community.
The final games of the season featured fierce rivalries, pregame honors, and a tribute to a legendary figure, underscoring the deep community roots of Maine high school athletics
A vibrant crowd of nearly 1,900 supporters filled Monument Square to watch the USA men's team defeat Australia 2-0, advancing to the Round of 32, while local soccer groups and sponsors highlighted the city's rising soccer enthusiasm.
Tyler Huck graduated and immediately starred in a professional soccer match, earning Man of the Match honors in a 1–1 draw.
Portland Hearts of Pine announced plans to field a women's professional soccer team in 2027, expanding its community‑focused vision and securing additional home dates at Fitzpatrick Stadium.
The Portland Hearts of Pine announced plans to field a women’s team in the USL W League beginning in 2027, using community input to shape the brand and securing stadium access for both men’s and women’s sides.
Maine's first pre‑professional women's soccer team, Maine Footy, opened its season with a home match in Portland, showcasing a blend of college talent and local prospects under the guidance of coach Jamie Kelly and player Allie Moore.
The Portland-based club announces a citywide celebration of soccer, beginning with a U.S. men's national team World Cup opener watch party on June 12 and concluding on July 19.
The Portland Hearts of Pine are launching a series of public viewing events tied to the World Cup, partnering with local groups and aiming to bring thousands of fans together across Portland.
The latest ECHL playoff rounds deliver dramatic series, standout player stats and a looming Game 7 in the Central Division Finals.