Sun Journal 2019-20 Boys Athlete of the Year: Bilal Hersi, Lewiston

The Siena-bound standout won a second Gatorade State Player of the Year Award after leading the Blue Devils to a third straight Class A boys soccer state final.

With caution, summer workouts open for most high school teams

Months after sports were put on pause due to the pandemic and with no guarantee of a fall season, high school players and coach took the field for the first phase of summer sports.

Coaches, players find ways to connect while first phase for fall sports approaches

Hands-off period means no in-person contact, but virtual meetings, player-organized drills preserve team bond.

Not all high school fall sports teams have the same summer openings

Cumberland county schools have to wait an extra month to begin summer workouts, while others can start workouts Monday.

Coaching during pandemic is series of unknowns

For even the best and most veteran coaches, trying to prepare for all possible scenarios and precautions can seem 'overwhelming.'

MPA considering seven-on-seven soccer to keep small schools kicking

Seven-on-seven format might be the solution for programs at small high schools that are hampered by low turnout.

Lewiston’s Bilal Hersi named Gatorade Maine Boys Soccer Player of the Year

Hersi, who has signed to play at Siena College, is the rare two-time recipient of the award.

Dan Gish named new Lewiston boys soccer coach

The former assistant coach has been groomed by outgoing head coach Mike McGraw for the last 20 years.

Mt. Abram senior Evan Allen to be featured by WCSH6

Varsity Club segment slated to air Friday night and Saturday morning.

2019 Sun Journal All-Region Boys Soccer Teams