ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) — Randy Moss. Josh Gordon. And now Antonio Brown. A dozen years after Bill Belichick took a chance on Moss when the talented but troubled receiver had worn out his welcome in Oakland, the Patriots picked up Brown on Saturday hours after he was released by the Raiders without ever playing a […]
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Americans top Antetokounmpo, Greece at World Cup 69-53
SHENZHEN, China — The MVP was good. The USA was better. And the Antetokounmpo getting talked about most by the Americans when this much-anticipated World Cup matchup was over wasn’t Giannis — but rather Thanasis, the younger brother, who sent U.S. forward Harrison Barnes sprawling with an ill-advised foul from behind on a fast break […]
Football: Bonny Eagle powers past Edward Little 49-6
Jacob Humphrey returned a punt 65 yards for a score and added a touchdown catch as the Scots rolled past the Red Eddies in Standish. Keegan Meredith accounted for two TDs – one rushing, one passing – and the Scots also got touchdown runs from Zach Maturo, Nate Ferris and Nick Klein. Alex Dyer had […]
Football: Gorham gets best of Noble to start season
GORHAM — The Gorham High football team features 17 seniors, most of whom have grown up together, playing sports. “We have such a bond. We’ve known each other for 10 years,” senior running back Tyler Rollins said. It’s safe to say Rollins’ teammates like having him around, especially in the backfield. “It’s really nice,” senior […]
Football: Kennebunk rolls past Cheverus 48-13
KENNEBUNK — Seniors Thomas Lazos and Ryan Connors waited their turn, playing supporting roles for Kennebunk High’s powerful football program. Friday night, their patience was rewarded, as revamped Kennebunk gave Cheverus a rude welcome to Class B football in the season opener for both teams. Lazos was near flawless in the first half of his […]
Football: Wells defeats Winslow 18-6 for 29th consecutive win
WELLS — As the players and coaches made their way through the handshake line Friday night, one of Tim Roche’s assistant coaches for Wells High turned to him and said, “Man, we just beat a really good team.” To which Roche replied, “That must mean we’re really good, too.” Yes indeed. Wells, powered by the […]
Football: Late interception seals Biddeford win at Massabesic
WATERBORO – Biddeford football head coach Brian Curit knew it was just a matter of time before fullback Aidan Donovan would break off for a big run during the Tigers’ season-opening game against Massabesic Friday night. In the end, it was the junior’s long gain that proved to be the difference. Donovan broke away for […]
High School Roundup: Gorham tops Thornton Academy 2-1 in field hockey opener
Field Hockey GORHAM 2, THORNTON ACADEMY 1: Molly Murray scored with 12:26 left in the first half, then again with 24:51 to go in the second, to lift the Rams past the Trojans in a field hockey game at Hill Stadium in Saco on Friday. Madison Vachon made one step in net for Thornton. KENNEBUNK […]
Field Hockey: Madison Vachon ready to prove she’s the safety net Thornton Academy needs
SACO – Madison Vachon knew a few years would pass before her time came. As a young goalkeeper in the Thornton Academy field hockey program, especially one who didn’t start playing the position until high school, patience is a virtue. “I’ve waited and waited. I’m just really excited. I want to show people what I […]
Moreland’s 3-run HR, 7 pitchers carry Red Sox past Yanks 6-1
BOSTON — The Boston Red Sox pieced together a victory by going to the bullpen six times. The problem is they’ll need to pile up wins and very likely need some help to make the postseason. Mitch Moreland hit a three-run homer and seven pitchers combined on a three-hitter to lead the Red Sox to […]