News Center Maine - Sports

Meet the select group of Paralympians who compete in both Summer and Winter Games

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 14:48:02 GMT

Oksana Masters is the most decorated American Winter Paralympian and is part of a select group of multi-sport athletes who compete in the Summer and Winter Games.

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Oakland hosts first-ever ice golf scramble for youth scholarships

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:24:10 GMT

In a frosty blend of sport and charity, Mainers hit the ice for the first-ever Maine Ice Golf Scramble, turning winter golf into a fundraising event.

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Half a century later, Maine basketball legends reflect on a game that changed their lives

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 18:46:52 GMT

Both Foxcroft Academy and Medomak Valley entered the title game undefeated, and fans packed the Augusta Civic Center.

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Sheinbaum says FIFA will visit Mexico to assess World Cup security and mobility

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 18:44:52 GMT

FIFA President Gianni Infantino told Sheinbaum in a phone call on Thursday that he has “full confidence” in Mexico as a World Cup host.

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Can-Am Crown International Sled Dog Races return to Aroostook County this weekend

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 18:10:36 GMT

Main Street in Fort Kent turns into a launch pad for speed, skill, and stamina Saturday morning.

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You can call Team USA's women's hockey team and congratulate them on their gold medal. Here's how

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:50:17 GMT

Organizers say they wanted to refocus attention on the women’s achievement, rather than recent controversy.

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Maine lawmakers debate ATV weight limits as landowners warn of trail closures

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 03:15:26 GMT

Maine's debate over ATV regulations heats up as the State Capitol considers bills that could impact trail access and maintenance.

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Varsity Club: Medomak Valley twins each win state wrestling titles, break school record

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 01:25:43 GMT

Grady and Shamus Pease each claimed a state championship, and they each passed the high school's previous record of 177 career wins.

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Hundreds of Maine athletes shine at Special Olympics Winter Games

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 23:11:39 GMT

The annual competition included skiing, snowshoeing, speed skating, and more events that showcased athletes' skills while emphasizing inclusivity.

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WATCH: New police video shows Vince McMahon's 100 mph car crash in Connecticut

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:04:40 GMT

Police video shows him swerve, clip another car, hit a guardrail, and careen back onto the highway.

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Maine Ice Golf Scramble aims to raise funds for youth camp scholarships

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:49:35 GMT

The fundraiser gives golfers a chance to put their skills to the test in the winter to support kids who want to go to summer camp.

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A Maine Maverick: Cooper Flagg's Influence in Maine

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:30:10 GMT

NEWS CENTER Maine's Ryan Bell sits down exclusively with Cooper Flagg to talk about his influence back home.

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Massachusetts hiker rescued after medical emergency in White Mountains

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 22:44:39 GMT

Officials said they were notified around 2 a.m. Sunday a hiker was experiencing a medical emergency at the Appalachian Mountain Club’s Zealand Hut.

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FIFA's president has 'complete confidence' in Mexico to host World Cup games despite cartel violence

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 19:12:37 GMT

FIFA President Gianni Infantino said he has “complete confidence” in Mexico as a World Cup co-host despite days of cartel violence in the country.

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New guide to help loggers adapt to extreme weather

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:38:47 GMT

The Maine Forest Service released guidance on how to prevent erosion and protect water quality in forestry as the climate changes.

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These are the US men's hockey players who skipped Trump's State of the Union

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 04:50:32 GMT

While most of the U.S. men's hockey team visited the White House on Tuesday, not everyone made the trip to D.C.

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US men's hockey team cheered at State of the Union; Trump says women's team will be honored 'soon'

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 03:31:17 GMT

Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle not only stood and cheered but chanted “USA!” several times, many even pumping fists.

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A Maine Maverick: Cooper Flagg's Adjustment to Life in the NBA

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:26:22 GMT

Cooper Flagg is making waves at just 19. NEWS CENTER Maine's Ryan Bell sits down exclusively with the Newport native to talk about life in the NBA.

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Can-Am Crown seeks host families ahead of Fort Kent sled dog race

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:24:32 GMT

Race organizers need local hosts to house mushers arriving from across the U.S. and Canada for next week’s Can-Am Crown in Fort Kent.

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Jack and Quinn Hughes respond to US men's Olympic hockey team 'backlash' over Trump call

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 23:08:45 GMT

The brothers uplifted unity over division after videos showing the team laughing with President Trump over the phone went viral.

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Flavor Flav invites US women's hockey team to celebrate gold medal win in Las Vegas

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:43:08 GMT

Flavor Flav, who has long been a supporter of U.S. athletes, offered to host the team for a celebration after they turned down an invitation to the White House.

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Milan Cortina Winter Olympics were most-viewed Winter Games since 2014, NBC says

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 04:14:28 GMT

The network said it saw a 96% increase in viewership since the 2022 Beijing Olympics.

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US women's gold medal-winning team declines invitation from Trump to attend State of the Union address

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:42:44 GMT

Scheduling will be a challenge as the NHL regular season resumes with five games on Wednesday and the PWHL resumes on Thursday.

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Emergency surgery saved Lindsey Vonn's leg from amputation

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 19:08:22 GMT

Vonn revealed Monday that her injuries went far beyond the complex tibia fracture she hurt in a frightening crash at the Winter Olympics.

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Kara Braxton, two-time WNBA champion, dies at 43

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 17:45:04 GMT

Braxton was a 10-season WNBA veteran who played for the Detroit Shock, Tulsa Shock, Phoenix Mercury and New York Liberty.

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Skijor Skowhegan brings speed and winter fun

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:56:38 GMT

Winter thrills peaked at Skowhegan State Fairgrounds Saturday with Maine's final Skijor event of the season, blending adrenaline, tradition, and community spirit.

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Some F1 races will air live in IMAX theaters this season. Here's what to know.

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 03:17:48 GMT

Five of the most popular Grand Prix races will make their way to select theaters as part of Apple TV's latest partnership with the sport.

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UMaine athletes embrace new opportunities through NIL deals

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 01:45:05 GMT

In 2021, the NCAA lifted its longtime ban on athletes profiting from their name, image, and likeness, sparking opportunities for UMaine student-athletes.

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When will the Winter Olympics return to the United States?

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 22:50:36 GMT

The Milan Cortina Games have wrapped, but fans won’t have to wait too long for a Winter Olympics on American soil.

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Twin Milan and Cortina Olympic cauldrons are extinguished, signaling the end of Winter Games

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 22:11:40 GMT

The Milan Cortina Winter Games closed with a ceremony inside the ancient Verona Arena, bringing the spread-out Olympics together one last time.

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What Olympic records were broken at the 2026 Milan Cortina Games?

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 20:23:13 GMT

Nine Olympic records were set in speed skating and short track at the 2026 Winter Olympics, with Dutch skaters and Team USA's Jordan Stolz leading the surge.

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'I looked on the ice and saw my teeth': Jack Hughes takes high-stick hit before Olympic gold-winning goal

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 18:28:43 GMT

“I looked on the ice and saw my teeth,” Jack Hughes said. He already had one knocked out in an NHL game a few years ago, too. “I was like, ‘Here we go again.’”

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Team USA: Johnny Gaudreau's children brought on ice in touching tribute to rising hockey star

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 18:24:17 GMT

Johnny and his brother, Matthew, died in 2024 when they were hit by an SUV while riding bikes near their hometown in New Jersey on the eve of their sister's wedding.

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Closing Ceremony: Here's what to know ahead of the final celebration for Milan Cortina Games

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 18:19:47 GMT

For the first time in Winter Olympics history, two cauldrons will be extinguished simultaneously in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo.

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Team USA's final medal count for the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Games

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 17:42:56 GMT

The United States had a record-setting performance at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics, winning more gold medals than any other year competing in the Winter Games.

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US pays tribute to the late Johnny Gaudreau and brother Matthew at the Winter Olympics

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 17:18:20 GMT

Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau died on Aug. 29, 2024, when they were struck by an SUV while riding bicycles near their hometown in New Jersey.

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Team USA and Canada battle it out on the ice in the gold medal game for the men's hockey final

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 17:04:28 GMT

The two rivals entered the tournament as the heavy favorites, after bringing NHL players back to the Olympic for the first time in 12 years.

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Skier Eileen Gu learns about her grandmother's death shortly after gold medal halfpipe win

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 16:46:13 GMT

Freestyle skier Eileen Gu learned about her grandmother's death shortly after her gold medal victory. "She inspired me so much," Gu said.

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When are the next Paralympics? What to know about the 2026 Winter Games

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 16:38:36 GMT

Competition in Italy continues as the 2026 Winter Paralympics open next month, featuring 650-plus athletes and 79 gold medals across six sports.

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Who are Terry Gannon, Johnny Weir and Tara Lipinski? Meet the Closing Ceremony hosts

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 15:05:13 GMT

Terry Gannon, Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir will host NBC’s 2026 Winter Olympics Closing Ceremony coverage. Here’s what to know.

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