Small changes in the Varsity Maine football polls
Thornton Academy Reigns Supreme as Bonny Eagle Holds Second Spot
By Maine News Now Staff – Oct. 25, 2026
In a decisive showdown on Saturday, October 24, Thornton Academy’s Golden Trojans dominated Bonny Eagle’s Scots 49‑14 in Saco, affirming the Trojans’ status as the top team in Maine’s Varsity Maine 11‑man football rankings. The blowout, featuring a record‑tying 14 touchdowns, left Bonny Eagle unchanged at No. 2 despite the loss.
The game, played before a packed Saco High School crowd, showcased Thornton’s offensive firepower. Log LeBlanc, running back for the Trojans, led the charge with a 65‑yard touchdown run that set the tone early. The Trojans’ defense stifled Bonny Eagle, forcing three turnovers and limiting the Scots to 14 points and 204 total yards.
Although the defeat dented Bonny Eagle’s scoring, their position in the Varsity Maine 11‑man poll remained intact. The Scots’ narrow margin of loss prevented any movement in the rankings, keeping them firmly in second place behind the Golden Trojans.
Marshwood Upsets Kennebunk in Class B
In Class B, the Marshwood Hawks faced the Kennebunk Lions, the No. 7 team in the poll, with stakes high for a top‑seed finish in the Southern Division. Marshwood secured a convincing 32‑16 victory, advancing from ninth to seventh in the rankings. The win also propelled Kennebunk out of the poll, with Massabesic Mustangs taking their place at No. 10.
Marshwood’s balanced attack—led by quarterback Eli Turner’s four completions for 210 yards—combined with a stout defense that limited Kennebunk to 16 points. The Hawks’ coach, Alex Ramirez, praised the team’s resilience, noting that “the players stayed focused, and their hard‑earned victory reflects their dedication all season.”
Eight‑Man Rankings Shift
The eight‑man poll also saw shifts. Spruce Mountain Phoenix returned to the top five, reclaiming the No. 5 spot with 45 points, while Old Town Coyotes moved up to fourth place, overtaking Stearns/Schenck. The Yarmouth Clippers and Old Orchard Beach Seagulls remained at the summit, holding first and second places, respectively.
Season Highlights and Postseason Outlook
Week 8 games, played through October 24, were the basis for the latest Varsity Maine football polls. The top ten 11‑man teams received votes based on the season’s performance, with Thornton Academy earning 90 points and nine first‑place votes, followed by Bonny Eagle (78 points) and Lawrence Bulldogs (74 points). Other teams receiving points included Oxford Hills Vikings (60), Leavitt Hornets (52), Cony Rams (40), Marshwood Hawks (34), Portland Bulldogs (27), Greely Rangers (18), and Massabesic Mustangs (12). Kennebunk Lions and Hermon Bears received fewer votes, 9 and 1 respectively.
In eight‑man football, the Yarmouth Clippers led with 90 points and nine first‑place votes, followed by Old Orchard Beach Seagulls (74 points), Old Town Coyotes (66), Stearns/Schenck Minutemen (65), and Spruce Mountain Phoenix (45). Cape Elizabeth Eagles received 20 points but did not make the top five.
With the regular season drawing to a close, Class B, Class D, and both eight‑man divisions will begin their postseason playoffs this week. Fans and athletes alike anticipate a thrilling end to the season as teams vie for state titles.
About the Polls
The Varsity Maine football polls are compiled by the Varsity Maine staff, who evaluate teams based on game results, strength of schedule, and overall performance. First‑place votes are noted in parentheses, followed by total points.
For further details and full team standings, visit the Varsity Maine website.
