News - Spectacular performances lead high school teams to victories

In high-energy high school basketball face-offs, standout athletes have again outdone themselves under the spotlight. The Mt. Blue Cougars, fueled by Cooper Abell, narrowly clinched a victory against Brewer with a tight 42-39 finish. Abell contributed a remarkable 17 points, accentuating his influential role in sealing their triumph. Evan Drake also played a pivotal role, securing 12 crucial points for the Cougars during this intense Class A North matchup. Over in Madison, the Bulldogs roared with triumph over Telstar, taking home a solid 70-43 win. The star of the game, Jacob Linkletter, displayed extraordinary prowess by achieving a double-double, scoring 22 points and claiming 11 rebounds, propelled forward by five impressive 3-pointers. His efforts accrued vital momentum from Madison, who stormed ahead with a commanding 25-9 lead in the first quarter. In a sharp-shooting spectacle, Darren Flagg of Leavitt showcased his rangy 3-point talents by sinking seven outside shots, amassing 25 points and driving the Hornets to a commanding 73-54 victory against the Oak Hill Raiders. On another front, Winslow made it past Nokomis with a 43-33 conquest, with Carter Calvo leading his team by scoring 18 points. In a nail-biting match, Bryson Saucier of Skowhegan inspired a victory over Oxford Hills, sealing the matchup at 65-60, after kickstarting with 10 points in the first quarter alone and ending with 28 points overall. Shifting to girls basketball, Kirsten Bigelow powered Valley past Hall-Dale with a decisive 75-34 win. Bigelow's hot streak resulted in 26 points, including four 3-pointers. Meanwhile, Leavitt's balanced force, led by Gabby Smith's 13 points, overcame the Raiders at 44-23. Additionally, Mt. Abram decisively overtook Richmond 63-20, with Stella Peterson leading the charge scoring 16 points. In another emphatic performance, Cali LeClair of Mt. Ararat illuminated the scoreboard, sinking an inspiring eight 3-pointers, scoring 32 points, and guiding her team to a decisive 62-28 victory over Messalonskee. These games speak volumes about the extraordinary talents permeating high school sports, offering thrilling glimpses into future athletic prowess.