‘Confidence is key’: Dirigo grad Jess Conant finds newfound shooting ability with LA Maples

Conant, who is from Canton, has added outside shooting to her repertoire and hit the go-ahead 3-pointer in last week's win over Mt. Vernon.

Maples owner Joshua Brister emphasizes the ‘pro’ in semi-pro basketball

Brister's mission for the LA Maples is to grow the game of women's basketball in Maine, and he's off to a promising start.

Late baskets lift Lewiston-Auburn Maples over Mount Vernon Shamrocks, 74-71

Jess Conant's 3-pointer with 1:46 left gives the Maples a lead they never relinquish.

Photo: Half-court happiness

LA Maples look to rebound in rematch against Shamrocks at home

Lewiston-Auburn seeking to avenge last Saturday's 82-84 road loss to the Shamrocks on Sunday at the Lewiston Armory.

Maples’ Tianna Sugars seizing opportunities as she chases coaching dream

Former Oxford Hills standout has sights set on an NBA coaching career. The LA Maples player will take on every opportunity to get there, from local to international leagues.

LA Maples add former foe Allexia Barros, one of WABA’s top players

The versatile guard, whose previous team, the New England Trailblazers, disbanded, should provide a boost to the first-year Maples in several aspects of the game.

Photo Album: LA Maples begin their season in Lewiston

With a dominant 83-39 win against the New England Trailblazers, the Maples earned their first victory in their first regular-season game in the Women’s American Basketball Association. 

LA Maples roll to victory in inaugural regular-season game

The Lewiston-Auburn Maples routed the New England Trailblazers 83-39 to earn their first win in the Women's American Basketball Association.

LA Maples preview: Unique rules present challenges for Maples’ first season

Lewiston-Auburn's new semipro basketball team tips off its inaugural season against the New England Trailblazers on Sunday.