Maine high school football scores from Week 5
Maine high‑school football roundup – Friday, Oct. 2, 2026
The state’s high‑school gridiron was in full swing on Friday, Oct. 2, as 30 teams took to the field across Maine for a day of hard‑fought contests and record‑breaking performances. From the sunny shores of Old Orchard Beach to the rugged slopes of Mount Desert Island, the scores reflected the intensity and depth of the state’s football talent.
Standout victories and close battles
Old Town’s offense was on fire, lacing a 72‑18 win over Houlton that saw the Blue Jackets rack up 12 touchdowns. In the Atlantic coastal region, Cape Elizabeth demolished Waterville 50‑16, while Old Orchard Beach’s 50‑26 triumph over Boothbay added to the list of high‑scoring games.
On the eastern flank, Biddeford edged Westbrook 31‑14, and the Patriots from Bennington – known locally as the “Bonny Eagle” – finished off Windham 42‑6. Lawrence pushed through a hard‑nosed defense to beat Cony 35‑27, and the Knights of Orono emerged victorious in a tight 36‑34 shoot‑out against Spruce Mountain.
Edward Little’s 27‑21 win over Scarborough was a dramatic two‑overtime affair that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Similarly, Marston’s 42‑16 win over Falmouth and Lexington’s 35‑16 triumph over Poland highlighted the competitiveness of the Southern District.
Dominant defenses and shutouts
Mount Blue’s defense held its own as the Blue Devils finished a 44‑34 victory over Traip Academy. In the western part of the state, Mountain Valley’s 20‑0 shutout of Belfast proved the Panthers’ defensive prowess, while the Northern District saw MCI defeat Madison 21‑12.
Other decisive shutouts came from the Knights of Winslow, who ran over Mattanawcook Academy 44‑0, and the Knights of Stearns, who bested Washington Academy 40‑14.
Scoring highlights
Wells’ 47‑31 win over Gardiner saw the Eagles’ offense consistently outpace the Red Sox, while the Patriots from South Portland closed out a dominant 40‑0 win against Sanford. In the Lower Peninsula, the Mariners from Portland won a close 12‑11 game against Thornton Academy, a victory that kept their playoff hopes alive.
The high‑scoring affair in the Northeast saw Marshwood’s 42‑16 victory over Falmouth and the Knights of Leavitt’s 42‑0 shutout of Dirigo, demonstrating the spread of talent across the state’s districts.
Thursday and Saturday preview
The action on Thursday ended with Sacopee Valley’s 44‑34 victory over Traip Academy, a game that set the tone for the high‑school weekend. Looking ahead, Saturday’s schedule promises further excitement. Teams such as Mount Blue at Brunswick, Gorham at Cheverus, Skowhegan at Camden Hills, and Dexter at Mt. View will kick off the day at 12 p.m. The afternoon will feature Hampden Academy at Nokomis, Maranacook at Telstar, Portland at Thornton Academy, and Winthrop at Oak Hill. Yarmouth will take on Mt. Desert Island at 1 p.m., followed by Greely’s matchup with Medomak Valley at 2 p.m., and a late‑afternoon showdown between Lake Region and Gray‑New Gloucester at 5:30 p.m.
Sponsorship
The day’s coverage is proudly supported by Maine State Credit Union, whose partnership with the local high‑school football community continues to champion sports and education across the state.
As the season advances, fans and parents can look forward to another day of spirited competition and community pride on Saturday’s field.
