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A chronological compilation of local sports news from all four editions of The Forecaster, covering 14 Maine cities and towns: Portland, Falmouth, Cumberland, Yarmouth, Freeport, North Yarmouth, Chebeague Island, South Portland, Cape Elizabeth, Scarborough, Bath, Brunswick, Harpswell and Topsham.

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  • Scarborough Red Storm Fall Sports Preview

    Aug 31, 2010 2:40 pm

    Scarborough begins a new school year hoping to match the dominance of 2009-10. It won't be easy, but don't be surprised if there are some championship celebrations this fall. Football welcomes a new coach and hopes to jump right into playoff contention, which is a realistic goal. Boys' soccer has been the premier program around and hopes to win a third consecutive title. The girls should excel as well and hope to put it together in the playoffs this autumn. Field hockey is defending its first championship, but has a vastly different look. The Red Storm should remain strong, however.

  • Cape Elizabeth Capers Fall Sports Preview

    Aug 31, 2010 2:20 pm

    Cape Elizabeth's fall sports teams expect to excel in 2010 and for good reason. Football made a first-ever trip to the state final a year ago and despite losing some key players to graduation, is in position to again be a top team in Western B. Boys' soccer will be formidable and could be poised to play into November. The girls' team looks to get back to the playoffs after falling short a year ago. Field hockey also seeks to improve and make the postseason. The girls' cross country program has been transcendent for several years and seeks to win another championship.

  • Yarmouth Clippers 2010 Fall Sports Preview

    Aug 30, 2010 2:20 pm

    After an exhilarating fall season a year ago, Yarmouth High's fall sports teams are primed to bring home some hardware in 2010. Football stole headlines last autumn and despite graduation losses, will be one of the better teams in Western C again. Boys' soccer saw its title reign come to an end with a loss to its bitter rival in the regional final. This season, the Clippers will look to turn the tide. The girls' squad could be one of the best in the region. Field hockey should be vastly improved.

  • North Yarmouth Academy Panthers 2010 Fall Sports Preview

    Aug 30, 2010 2:10 pm

    NYA's fall sports teams never fail to impress. This year, boys' soccer will look to build on last autumn's surprise run to the regional final. The girls' team has enough talent to go all the way. Field hockey has been to the state game two years running and hopes to win it all, as it did in 2008. Cross country always makes the most of its numbers. Both teams will be strong Class C contenders. Golf boasts a standout individual and looks to become a powerful team as well. Volleyball hopes to become a contender in Class B.

    BOYS' SOCCER

  • Greely Rangers 2010 Fall Sports Preview

    Aug 30, 2010 1:50 pm

    Several Greely fall sports teams are poised to steal headlines in 2010. Boys' soccer is dangerous and hungry. The girls' team is stinging over last year's playoff ouster and could be one of the teams to beat by season's end. Field hockey stands to improve and make a playoff run. Boys' cross country defends its hardware and likes its chances to do it again The girls' team hopes to improve. Golf boasts several standout players of both genders and could be a Class A power. Volleyball hopes to make it eight straight titles.

  • Freeport Falcons 2010 Fall Sports Preview

    Aug 30, 2010 1:40 pm

    Look for improvement from several Freeport fall sports teams in 2010. Boys' soccer missed the playoffs, a rarity, last autumn, but should be back in the hunt this season. The girls' team stands to improve. Field hockey is coming off a strong campaign and looks to remain one of the contenders in Western C. Cross country is always a top program and again features stellar runners. Golf is hoping to build on last year's win total. Football enters its second varsity season and looks to continue to grow and improve.

    BOYS' SOCCER

    COACH: Joe Heathco (13th year)

  • Falmouth Yachtsmen 2010 Fall Sports Preview

    Aug 30, 2010 1:30 pm

    With new facilities set to open any day, Falmouth's sports teams look to keep their old habit of dominating in 2010. Boys' soccer is defending yet another championship and there's no reason to believe the Yachtsmen can't do it again. The girls' program fell one step short of the state game in 2009 and hopes to take the next step this time around. Field hockey has some question marks to answer, but should once again be a strong contender. Cross country continues to pump out massive numbers and talent and both teams should be in the title hunt.

  • Waynflete Flyers 2010 Fall Sports Preview

    Aug 30, 2010 12:10 pm

    Waynflete has long stolen the headlines in fall and 2010 promises to be more of the same. The boys' soccer team is still stinging from last year's playoff ouster. This autumn, it should be a first-rate contender. The girls' squad looks to get back to the top. Field hockey hopes to improve enough to make the playoffs after getting close last year. The girls' cross country program defends its state championship and looks to make history. The boys' team should be much stronger than in recent years. Golf won its first varsity matches last year and hopes to build on that momentum.

  • Portland Bulldogs 2010 Fall Sports Preview

    Aug 30, 2010 12:00 pm

    Fans of the blue and white should have a lot to cheer for this autumn. The football program has returned to prominence and could play well into November. Boys' soccer is coming off a dazzling summer and sees itself as a top contender. The girls' team is young, but should be in the mix. Field hockey figures to improve by several victories and could be in the postseason hunt. Both cross country teams boast good runners and have states as a realistic goal. The golf team will improve and will look to qualify for the state meet.

    FOOTBALL

  • McAuley Lions 2010 Fall Sports Preview

    Aug 30, 2010 11:40 am

    McAuley's fall teams are primed to improve in 2010. Soccer expects to be in the hunt for a playoff spot. Field hockey is poised to turn some close losses from last year into victories this time around. Cross country always boasts some strong runners and this fall should be no exception.

    SOCCER

    COACH: Vince Aceto (third year)

    2009 Record: 3-8-3 (no postseason)

    TOP RETURNING PLAYERS: Allison Bonner (Senior), Maura Esten (Senior), Olivia Crozier (Junior), Hannah Cooke (Sophomore), Molly Miller (Sophomore)

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