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Biddeford and Cheverus field hockey play to high-scoring tie

The Tigers and Stags prove their status as preseason favorites with a dramatic, back-and-forth matchup.

The Spartans lost a lead, then jumped back ahead to top the Tigers in the first game after Jony Hunter’s suicide.

One player to keep an eye on from most of the teams in the Press Herald’s coverage area.

Poise, intelligence, vision and toughness are all factors in successful corner defenses, which can be the difference between a win or loss.

Fifteen seniors help make up this list of players who should have productive seasons for championship contenders and playoff hopefuls.

Several matchups between likely regional and state title contenders are on this year’s docket.

The two-time defending champs from Cheverus remain strong, while Biddeford, Freeport, Yarmouth and Gorham are poised to be successful again.

Poise, intelligence, vision and toughness are all factors in successful corner defenses, which can be the difference between a win or loss.

The Tigers, eager for another deep run, kicked off the fall season with a night session at Waterhouse Field.

Fall practices begin Monday, and some teams rang in the new sports year at the earliest possible moment.