CAMDEN — Citing a lack of numbers, Camden Hills Regional High School has canceled the the remainder  of its football season.

The announcement was made Thursday by principal Nick Ithomitis.

“This was a difficult decision because so many people, especially the Five Town Football community, worked extremely hard to bring football to our school. We are proud of our football players, coaches, parents and fans. They did their best to make football and integral part of our athletic program. Unfortunately, dwindling numbers of players have created a serious safety issue, and we are simply not willing to put any more students at risk.”

 Playing in Northern Class D, although Class B by enrollment, the Windjammers lost their first three games by a combined score of 124-40, including last week’s 53-14 loss to Bucksport.

Camden Hills was winless last year and has won two games since 2012.

The school has played varsity football since 2009.

 “Although many people will be disappointed with our decision, we hope they understand and respect our need to protect the safely of our students,” Ithomitis said.