Maine High School Football Playoffs: Kennebunk Edges Falmouth 21-20
UPDATE: In a thrilling showdown, the Kennebunk Rams secured a nail-biting 21-20 victory over the Falmouth Navigators in the Maine high school football playoffs this Friday. This win propels Kennebunk into the Class B South title game next week, showcasing their determination and skill on the field.
The excitement didn’t stop there as the playoffs unfolded with other significant outcomes across various divisions. Friday’s scores highlighted intense competition, including top teams like Thornton Academy and Portland advancing in the playoffs.
In the A North semifinals, the #1 Portland team triumphed over #4 Deering with a decisive 35-14 score, while #3 Bangor dominated #2 Oxford Hills with a convincing 35-6 result.
Meanwhile, in the A South semifinals, #1 Thornton Academy defeated #4 South Portland by 35-12, and #2 Bonny Eagle took down #3 Noble with a score of 27-12.
The B North semifinals saw #1 Cony crush #4 Messalonskee with an overwhelming 59-0 victory, while #2 Fryeburg Academy outplayed #3 Lawrence at 34-13. In the B South semifinals, #1 Westbrook narrowly defeated #4 Marshwood with a close 15-12 win.
In the C quarterfinals, action was just as fierce, with #1 Greely#8 Medomak Valley 36-8 and #2 Leavitt defeating #7 Foxcroft Academy 34-3. Additionally, #3 Hermon secured a solid 30-6 victory against #6 Nokomis, while #5 Wells edged out #4 Gardiner in a tight match, finishing 14-12.
In the D South semifinals, #1 Winthrop/Monmouth/Hall-Dale triumphed over #4 Oak Hill 28-13, and #6 Morse fought fiercely against #2 Dirigo, winning by a slim margin of 28-22.
These thrilling outcomes emphasize the passion and competitiveness of Maine high school football, capturing the hearts of fans throughout the state. As the playoffs continue, all eyes will be on the upcoming title games. Stay tuned for more updates and results as the excitement unfolds!
