Nordic skiers embrace season of differences and challenges

It's an unusual season with the pandemic going on, but coaches and skiers are happy with what they have going.

Photos: High school Alpine ski teams race at Lost Valley

Oxford Hills' Elizabeth Dieterich and Maranacook's Sam McKee take first in the combined races.

Local roundup: Edward Little’s Ellis Slover, Leavitt’s Jaidyn Negley win inaugural races at MOWC

Lewiston boys hockey breezes to another victory, while school's basketball teams see their undefeated starts ended. Leavitt hoops teams fall to stout Maranacook squads.

Photos: First Nordic race at Maine Outdoor Wellness Center in Turner

Leavitt hosts seven other teams at the new trails. Edward Little's Ellis Slover (boys) and Leavitt's Jaidyn Negley (girls) were the winners.

2021 Alpine skiing team previews: Attitude is everything for Edward Little and Mountain Valley

Camaraderie comes first for Gray-New Gloucester and Leavitt this ski season.

2021 Alpine skiing preview capsules

Local roundup: Lewiston, NYA play to girls hockey draw

In other Friday action, two of the top boys basketball players in the state squared off.

2021 Nordic skiing team previews: Leavitt hoping for winning combination

Dirigo keeps it together during pandemic; Edward Little's positive attitude during the coronavirus an asset this season.

2021 Nordic skiing preview capsules

Maine Outdoor Wellness Center a dream come true for Varney family

Roy Varney's family, community honor champion skier who died in a farm accident.