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Maine HS Field Hockey Programs at Odds with Goggle Mandate
In 2020, the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) revised its rules for the sport of field hockey, no longer requiring players to wear protective goggles during competition — leaving the choice up to the player. Maine is one...

UMaine Unveils $110M Upgrade to Athletic Facilities
The University of Maine has unveiled its transformative $110 million athletic facilities master plan. The initiative honors Harold Alfond’s legacy of support for Maine education and athletics by providing modern facilities for all 17 varsity progra...

Maine becomes first state to ban Native American mascots
The Maine legislature last week unanimously passed a bill that bans the use of Native American mascots at public schools, colleges and universities. Gov. Janet Mills signed the bill into law on Thursday, and it goes into effect 90 days after the l...

Maine high school cancels football team’s season
Last month, three high school football players from different states died after sustaining injuries on the field. One school has now decided enough is enough. [caption id="attachment_14356" align="alignright" width="308"] Camden Hills cancelled ...