Wayne Sowers, of Baring Plantation, recently competed at the World Association of Benchers and Deadlifters World Champions in Las Vegas, Nevada, where he received a gold medal for the bench press (338 lbs.) and two silver medals, 407 lbs. for the deadlift and 745 lbs. for the push/pull (total).  Sowers competed in the 242 lb. class for the 68-74 age group. He also set three Maine state records for these lifts. For the third year in a row, Sowers is the reigning World Champion in the Bench Press.

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Sophomore Karleigh Smith showcased her scoring ability by netting 18 points, leading Woodland to a 30-17 victory over Calais on Friday, December 22.  Smith's performance also included contributions of six rebounds, three steals, and two assists.

Freshman Mishun Cornelius made her presence felt with six points and an impressive 12 rebounds for the Lady Dragons.

At the final CHS boys’ game before Christmas break, the Zoo Crew got festive in their attire, while cheering on their Blue Devils.  (Photo by Jayna Smith) 

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Local young talents, eight-year-old RJ Kendall and ten-year-old Connor Grass, recently showcased their skills at the Good-Fight Sub-Only World Championship in Manheim, PA, a prestigious Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competition.

At the world championship held last month, RJ secured silver in the no-gi category.  Connor earned bronze in both gi and no-gi divisions.  

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Coach Kieve Leeman’s Woodland Lady Dragons secured their fourth victory of the season on Wednesday, December 27, dominating George Stevens Academy with a commanding 25-15 performance in the second half, ultimately clinching a 50-37 win.

Woodland had three players reaching double figures.  Sophomore Kaylin Hamilton led the charge with 14 points, complemented by eight rebounds, five steals, and one block.

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On Wednesday, December 27, the Lady Blue Devils staged an exciting comeback against the Sumner Tigers, securing a win in the final seconds of the game.

The kindergarten and pre-K kids who took part in the Dribbling Dragons program, shown here with their coaches from the girls’ varsity team, showed off their skills during halftime of the women’s alumni game last week.  (WHS photo)

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On Wednesday, January 3, Coach Brian Moreau’s Calais Blue Devils hosted the Royalettes of Jonesport-Beals and earned themselves their third win of the season, 49-34.

Junior Kate McPhee led the Blue Devils in scoring with 12 points.  She also had 13 rebounds.

Freshman Olivia Turner added nine points, and junior Kayleigh Scott added another eight.  

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The Lady Dragons basketball team of Woodland High School experienced a mixed week on the court, with a defeat and a victory highlighting their recent performances.

At Lincoln on Wednesday, January 3, facing the Mattanawcook Lynx, Woodland was handed their fourth loss of the season, succumbing to the height-advantaged Lynx team, 41-90.

Sophomore Karleigh Smith led the Dragons with 16 points, while senior Brooke Smith contributed 10.

Sophomore Frank Miliano elevates for a jumper in the Blue Devils’ win over the Mattanawcook Lynx on Saturday.  Miliano contributed 12 points in the 53-47 win.  He also grabbed eight rebounds and three steals.  The Blue Devils ended the week 6-2 on the season.  (Photo by Jayna Smith)