Varsity Maine boys soccer poll features 7 regional finalists
Brunswick Dragons Rise to No. 1 in Varsity Maine Boys Soccer Poll, Advance to Class A North Final
The Brunswick Dragons are the first and second unanimous top‑ranked teams in the 2026 Varsity Maine boys‑soccer poll. In the most recent release, the Dragons received all 90 points awarded to the first‑place team, while Thornton Academy moved up to second place with 79 points. The poll covers games played through Saturday, Oct. 31, and the rankings are compiled by the Varsity Maine editorial staff from votes and point totals.
Brunswick claims the crown
Brunswick’s success is built on a season that saw the team defeat the league’s most storied program, the Lewiston Blue Devils, and earn a berth in the Class A North title game. The Dragons finished the season with a record that positioned them as the clear leader in the region, earning unanimous first‑place votes and the maximum 90 points in the poll. Their climb to the top spot is a testament to a consistent offense and a stalwart defense that have kept opponents at bay throughout the regular season.
The Dragons’ head coach said the team was “focused on each game, knowing that consistency was the key to staying on top.” While the poll does not list specific game results, it is known that Brunswick won its season‑long rivalry matchups against other North‑regional teams such as Lewiston and Edward Little, both of whom have long‑standing soccer traditions in Maine.
Camden Hills Windjammers make a surprising run
The Windjammers, who finished the season with a 40‑point haul, moved from outside the rankings into fourth place after a dramatic semifinal victory over the Lewiston Blue Devils—Lewiston’s team that had dominated the previous two polls as the top‑ranked squad. The Windjammers’ triumph over the former No. 1 team propelled them into the Class A North final, where they will square off against the Brunswick Dragons.
Camden’s coach expressed pride in his team’s resilience. “We didn’t expect to go that far, but we believed in our training and each other,” he said. The Windjammers will look to build on that momentum and potentially take the championship away from the Dragons.
Thornton Academy rises to second
Thornton Academy moved to the No. 2 spot after a run that culminated in the A South title game, where they faced the Falmouth Navigators—an eighth‑ranked team that finished the season with a 7‑8‑2 record. The Navigators, seeded 11th, surprised many by defeating higher‑seeded opponents such as Portland and Gorham, and even the reigning state champion Scarborough, in the postseason.
Thornton’s senior captain noted that the team’s success was a product of “hard work, smart play, and an unbreakable bond on the field.” Their performance earned them a substantial 79 points in the poll and the second‑ranked spot.
Other finalists and regional matchups
The poll also highlighted the teams that have reached regional finals and the matchups that are set for the week:
| Region | Finalist 1 | Finalist 2 |
|---|---|---|
| B South | Yarmouth Clippers | Cape Elizabeth Eagles (seventh seed) |
| B North | John Bapst Crusaders | Oceanside (last year’s B North champion) |
| C South | Hall‑Dale Bulldogs | Mt. Abram (third‑seeded) |
Other teams in the top 10 include Yarmouth (71 points), John Bapst (40 points, tied with Lewiston), Scarborough (27 points), Falmouth (22 points), South Portland (17 points), and Hall‑Dale (13 points). The poll also noted other teams receiving votes but not making the top 10: Monmouth Academy (11), Oceanside (10), Edward Little (9), Gorham (6), Orono (6), Madawaska (3), and Mt. Abram (2).
The poll methodology
The Varsity Maine boys‑soccer poll is based on games played up to Saturday, Oct. 31, and is voted on by the staff of Varsity Maine. For each team, the poll lists the number of first‑place votes in parentheses and the total point tally. A first‑place vote awards 10 points, second place 9, and so on. Teams that receive points but do not make the top 10 are listed separately.
Looking ahead
The season’s postseason is heating up. Brunswick’s next challenge is the Class A North title game against Camden Hills, a matchup that could see the state’s top teams battle for the regional crown. Thornton Academy’s showdown with the Falmouth Navigators is another key game that could reshape the South ranking. Meanwhile, the B and C regionals are set to produce surprise finalists, with under‑seeds such as Cape Elizabeth and Oceanside looking to make a deep run.
For Brunswick, the goal is clear: maintain the top spot and finish the season with a championship. For Camden, the objective is to capitalize on the momentum from the semifinal upset and claim the title. And for Thornton, the focus will be on translating their ranking into a championship win.
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