2021-22 Sun Journal All-Region Boys Nordic Teams

As problem of PFAS contamination came to light, ski industry took early steps to ban the chemicals

Just a few years ago, fluoro waxes, which contain "forever chemicals," were used widely in the ski industry, but as evidence of their ill effects grew, the sport made changes.

KVAC all-stars and all-academic teams

2021-22 Sun Journal All-Region Girls Alpine Skiing Teams

All-Region Girls Alpine Skier of the Year: Mt. Blue’s Sadie McDonough

The senior's preparation paid off with two top-five state finishes that helped the Cougars claim their second straight Class A title.

All-Region Boys Alpine Skier of the Year: Mt. Blue’s Josh Smith

The senior is feeling bittersweet after a great season — he's proud of his performance but will miss competing with his teammates.

2021-22 Sun Journal All-Region Boys Alpine Skiing Teams

2021-22 Winter All-Region

Honoring the best of the best in winter sports in the Sun Journal's coverage area.

Area roundup: Bates’ Elise Lambert reaches finals at NCAA Division III championships

Bobcats senior runs second fastest 800 prelim time. Also, Edward Little's Ellis Slover and Mt. Blue's Emma Charles compete at Nordic nationals.

Ellis Slover finishes 3rd in classic sprint at Nordic Jr. Nationals, Emma Charles eliminated in quarterfinals

The Quarry Road Ski Club teammates are competing against the country's best cross-country skiers this week in Minnesota