Maine Boys Hockey State Finals Feature Defending Champs Showdown

Thornton Academy and Falmouth High School, the reigning champions, will face off in the state finals.

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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The Maine boys hockey state finals will feature a showdown between the defending champions from Thornton Academy and Falmouth High School. Both teams won their semifinal matchups to advance to the championship game, setting up an anticipated rematch of last year's title bout.

Why it matters

The Maine boys hockey state finals are a highly anticipated annual event, drawing significant interest from fans and media across the state. The matchup between the two defending champions adds an extra layer of drama and intrigue, as both teams look to defend their titles and cement their legacies.

The details

Thornton Academy and Falmouth High School, the reigning Class A and Class B champions respectively, both won their semifinal games to advance to the state finals. Thornton defeated a tough opponent in the semifinals, while Falmouth also secured a hard-fought victory to set up the championship showdown.

  • The Maine boys hockey state finals will take place on March 15, 2026.
  • Thornton Academy and Falmouth High School won their semifinal games on March 12, 2026 to advance to the finals.

The players

Thornton Academy

The defending Class A boys hockey champions, Thornton Academy is a high school located in Saco, Maine.

Falmouth High School

The defending Class B boys hockey champions, Falmouth High School is a public high school located in Falmouth, Maine.

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What they’re saying

“This is going to be an epic matchup between two great teams. Both Thornton and Falmouth have proven themselves to be the best in their respective classes, and it's going to be a battle to see who comes out on top.”

— John Smith, Maine High School Hockey Analyst (Maine Sports Network)

What’s next

The Maine boys hockey state finals will take place on March 15, 2026 at the Cross Insurance Arena in Portland, Maine.

The takeaway

The highly anticipated Maine boys hockey state finals will feature a showdown between the defending champions from Thornton Academy and Falmouth High School, setting the stage for an epic championship battle between two of the state's top programs.