Today’s news
Penobscot Valley girls win back-to-back Maine state championships
The Howlers defeat Mt. Abram 42-35 in the Class D state title game

Maine Governor Celebrates High School Basketball Tournament
Janet Mills and Republican candidate Owen McCarthy both praise the passion and community spirit of the state's premier high school sports event.
Injured Player Scores Unexpected Basket Thanks to Opponents' Generosity
Caribou High School senior forward Liv Adams gets chance to score on tournament floor despite season-ending injury.
Recent news
Feb. 28, 2026
Lawrence High Girls Basketball Claims Class B State Title
Supporting cast steps up to help Bulldogs defeat Oceanside in championship game
Feb. 28, 2026
Gardiner Tigers Capture Class B Boys Basketball State Championship
Gardiner holds off late rally by Yarmouth Clippers to win thrilling title game
Feb. 28, 2026
Lawrence Bulldogs win state championship over Oceanside Mariners
Bulldogs storm back from early deficit to claim Class B title
Feb. 28, 2026
Maine Teams Honored for Sportsmanship at State Title Game
Principals Association awards Sportsmanship Banners to high school teams displaying fair play and respect
Feb. 27, 2026
Camden Hills' Nolan Ames Earns Mr. Maine Basketball Nod
The senior guard has been dominant all season, leading his team to the Class A state championship game.
Feb. 27, 2026
Foxcroft sophomore shines in 2nd half after early foul trouble
Nola Mason scores 12 of her 16 points in the second half to lead Foxcroft Academy to victory.
Feb. 26, 2026
Gardiner and Yarmouth to Face Off in Maine Class B Boys Basketball State Championship
The two teams knocked off No. 1 seeds to reach the title game in Bangor on Friday night.
Feb. 25, 2026
Machias High School Sends Both Girls and Boys Basketball Teams to Regional Finals for First Time in 30 Years
The Machias Bulldogs will compete for the North regional championship on Saturday after the boys team won their semifinal game.
Feb. 24, 2026
Northern Maine Girls Basketball Stars Earn Tournament MVP Honors
Four standout players from the region lead their teams to regional championships and earn the prestigious Owen Osborne Award.
Feb. 24, 2026
2026 Girls High School Basketball North All-Tourney Teams Announced
MVP and standout players from the Class B and D tournaments revealed
Feb. 23, 2026
Fort Kent's Aden Jeffers hits buzzer-beater to win Class C North title
Junior guard's last-second shot caps off thrilling regional tournament in Maine
Feb. 22, 2026
Tooth Injury Sidelines Key Player in Maine Basketball Tournament
Bangor Christian loses sophomore guard Annie Allen early in semifinal game against Penobscot Valley
Feb. 22, 2026
Penobscot Valley girls basketball team pulls off upset in Class D North semifinal
Howlers defeat previously undefeated Bangor Christian Patriots 52-37 to advance to regional championship game
Feb. 21, 2026
Machias Boys Basketball Wins Class D North Regional Championship
Bulldogs bounce back from semifinal struggles to defeat Madawaska Owls 61-57
Feb. 21, 2026
Penobscot Valley girls capture second straight regional basketball title
Veteran Howlers defeat youthful Machias Bulldogs 53-37 in Class D North final
Feb. 21, 2026
Easton Boys Claim Regional Basketball Title
Easton Bears rally from halftime deficit to defeat Jonesport-Beals in Class S North championship game
Feb. 20, 2026
Mattanawcook girls cruise past Orono after early nerves
Lynx advance to Class C North semifinal with 64-30 victory
Feb. 20, 2026
Maine High School Basketball Tournament Schedule Announced
The complete game schedule for the 2026 MPA Invitational Tournament on February 18 has been released.
Feb. 18, 2026
Bangor Hosts Thrilling High School Basketball Playoffs
North region teams descend on Cross Insurance Center for tournament action
Feb. 17, 2026
Penobscot Valley Dominates Southern Aroostook in 73-19 Blowout
Lady Howlers' relentless defense sets tone in tournament rout