Vacationland Cup 2025 was held Saturday night at a jam-packed Colisee. Staff photos by Russ Dillingham
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Maddie Ripley to continue wrestling career at Western New England University
The Oceanside High School alum, who is wrapping up a successful postgraduate year at Wyoming Seminary in Pennsylvania, will hit the mat and also play field hockey for the Golden Bears.
Wrestling prowess at Spruce Mountain Middle School in Jay shared
The first year of wrestling at Spruce Mountain Middle School saw more than 20 athletes participating.
Wrestlers reach milestones at KVACs; Camden Hills, Mount View win team titles
Three wrestlers reach 100 career wins, Lawrence’s Colton Carter reaches 150, and Justin Batty of Camden Hills records his 100th pin.
High school basketball celebrates 1,000-point scorers. What milestones matter in other sports?
Wrestlers chase 100 career victories, while softball pitchers aim for 500 strikeouts, but not all sports have recognizable benchmarks.
Mt. Blue wrestler fundraises to help with tourney fees
Brooklynn Webber of Mt. Blue High School has her sights set on four major wrestling tournaments this year, and has started a GoFundMe to help with expenses such as travel and tournament fees.
Wrestling approved for Spruce Mountain Middle School starting in 2025
Wrestling doesn’t interfere with other school sports programs, provides another option for students.
Edward Little High School adds probationary wrestling team
Eight of the Auburn Youth Wrestling Club’s members will be freshmen at Edward Little next year and are expected to join what may be the high school’s first-ever wrestling team.
Mt. Blue girls wrestling recognized by USA Wrestling
Mt. Blue High School has been recognized by USA Wrestling for their efforts in promoting girl’s wrestling in the state of Maine.
Western Maine Women’s Wrestling calls for more girls to join
Mike Hansen, along with Heather MacDonald and Sarah Rowe, are working hard to recruit more girls to join the Western Maine Women’s Wrestling club, which features girls from all over western Maine.