Top-4 unchanged in Varsity Maine field hockey poll
Cheverus Defeats Biddeford 3‑2, Solidifies No. 1 Spot in State Field Hockey Rankings
Portland, Maine – In a tightly contested matchup at the Portland High School Athletic Center, Cheverus High School’s field‑hockey team – the Stags – edged out the Biddeford Tigers 3‑2 on Friday, September 25. The win came in the fourth period, with the decisive goal coming from a spectacular, behind‑the‑back shot by senior forward Avery Tinker. The result keeps Cheverus at the top of the Varsity Maine field‑hockey poll, where the Stags have been unanimous No. 1 for the season.
The game was a defensive slog. Biddeford opened the scoring early, but Cheverus rallied, pulling level at 2‑2 before Tinker’s late goal sealed the victory. With the win, Cheverus remains the only team to have maintained the top position in the poll, which is based on all games played before Tuesday, September 29. The Stags’ 90 points, the highest in the ranking, reflect their continued dominance on the field.
The top four positions in the updated Varsity Maine poll are unchanged from last week. Skowhegan (2nd), Biddeford (3rd), and Mt. Ararat (4th) retain their places. However, Yarmouth and Camden Hills moved up one spot each, taking 5th and 6th places respectively. Leavitt joined the top‑ten list at 10th after a close 4‑2 loss to Skowhegan on Saturday, earning 12 points.
Updated 2026 Varsity Maine Field Hockey Poll (games before September 29)
- Cheverus (9 first‑place votes) – 90 points
- Skowhegan – 80 points
- Biddeford – 66 points
- Mt. Ararat – 60 points
- Yarmouth – 46 points
- Camden Hills – 37 points
- Belfast – 36 points
- Freeport – 27 points
- Sanford/Kennebunk – 23 points
- Leavitt – 12 points
Other schools receiving votes include Thornton Academy (6), Foxcroft Academy (4), Cape Elizabeth (3), Nokomis (3), Greely (1), and Winthrop/Maranacook (1).
The Cheverus coaching staff praised the team’s resilience, noting that the Stags’ ability to stay close in a hard‑fought match against a ranked opponent is key to sustaining their championship‑contending status. Biddeford’s coach highlighted his squad’s effort, stating that the Tigers will use this experience to improve heading into the next round of play.
The next game for Cheverus is scheduled for Saturday, September 30, against a yet‑undetermined opponent. Meanwhile, Biddeford will look to regroup in preparation for their upcoming matches. Fans and followers of Maine high‑school field hockey will keep a close eye on the rankings as the season progresses toward the postseason.
