Two big wins push DIS boys soccer into playoff picture Scott's Sports Spot

DIS' Mason Oliver battles for the ball. Photo by Jack Scott

Deer Isle—The boys soccer team started the week off well by beating Machias 3-1 on October 4. We had Rodrigo Cespedes in goal for the first half as this is the position he plays in Bolivia. That is hard to believe when you watch how well he dribbles the ball. …

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Festival of Champions brings out the best in cross country

George Steven's John Hassett

Belfast—The cross country team had a good outing at the Festival of Champions meet in Belfast. As expected, Brendan Penfold was the only runner we had in contention, but all 5 runners posted their best times overall. Brendan Penfold ran the 5K course in 16:55 coming in 28th place, which …

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Mariner girls turn around losing season Scott’s Sports Spot

The Mariners wear their pink

The varsity Lady Mariners wear their best pink in support of Breast Cancer Awareness month during their win against Calais on October 2. In front is eighth grader Kaylee Morey; middle row, from left, Ava Lowrey, Riley Getto, Addie MacDonald, Aja Quintal and Myra Hobbs; back, from left: Abby Stinson, …

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Brendan Penfold takes first at Seacoast Invitational

Deer Isle-Stonington's Brendan Penfold

Sullivan—The cross country team went to the Seacoast Invitational and Brendan Penfold was the top runner of the meet with a time of 17:57, which now becomes the course and meet record, as this is a newly made course. Brendan’s rival John Hassett was not there, though George Stevens did …

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DIS girls soccer team improving Still searching for a win

Deer Isle—The girls soccer team lost to Schenck 2-0 in a September 22 game where we played much stronger than the first game with them. We had several offensive opportunities and held their offense to fewer shots. We have been able to add some eighth graders to our ranks. Just …

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