Just when drivers think they have the perfect race strategy, something goes wrong.
Travis Barrett
Staff Writer
Travis Barrett covers sports for the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel, including high school soccer, hockey and lacrosse, as well as local auto racing. An award-winning sports writer, he returned to Maine in 2005 after covering professional and college beats in Rhode Island. He has worked in public relations and sports marketing fields during a five-year hiatus from journalism, including a stint as a social media consultant to NASCAR. Travis lives in Oakland with his wife, Sara, and children, Cooper and Samantha. During his off-hours, he openly roots for the Boston Red Sox, Boston Bruins and Liverpool Football Club, while just as openly rooting for anyone playing against the New England Patriots.
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Maine natives make it to national finals of ‘American Ninja Warrior’
Jon Alexis Jr. and Jesse Labreck will compete on the finals, which NBC will telecast Aug. 23-24.
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Boss Hogg 150: Jenkins benefits from disqualification
Nick Jenkins is declared the winner after Garrett Hall is disqualified for using an unapproved tire.
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Jeff Burgess seeks signature win at Wiscasset Speedway
Sunday’s Boss Hogg 150 will test weekly drivers and teams.
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Seacoast United U-19 boys soccer team revels in national title
The Topsham-based club sport team features players from all over the state, including many from southern Maine.
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Auto racing notes: Ben Rowe turns the corner at Beech Ridge
Turner driver finally has something to smile about this season after a top five in the PASS 150.
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Oakland native paving the way as a warrior
Jesse Labreck is the second woman to qualify for the city finals on ‘American Ninja Warrior.’
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Shaw’s late move leads to PASS victory
D.J. Shaw passes Wayne Helliwell Jr. to secure a win at Oxford Plains and nab a starting spot in the 250.
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Auto racing notes: Reid Lanpher in charge at Beech Ridge Motor Speedway
2015 track champion has two wins already this season at Scarborough track.
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Despite car count, Unity Raceway off to flying start
Jordan Pearson wins a 35-lap Wildcat feature on opening day.