Varsity Maine football honor roll for Week 7
Greely Rangers topple Hermon Hawks, 28‑14, in Week 7 showdown
Greely, ME – In a high‑scoring battle on Friday night, the Greely Rangers secured a decisive 28‑to‑14 victory over the previously unbeaten Hermon Hawks. The win was highlighted by senior Jackson Justice, who played at every position on the field and was the driving force behind the Rangers’ offense and defense.
Justice recorded two sacks and a tackle for loss, helping the Rangers’ defense limit the Hawks to just 136 total yards. On offense, he rushed for a touchdown and caught three passes for 70 yards, including a 37‑yard reception that set up the final score. The combined efforts of Justice and teammate Rocky Axelsen provided the momentum the Rangers needed to secure the win.
The victory snapped Hermon’s winning streak and gave Greely a much‑needed confidence boost as the season progresses. “We felt we were in the right place at the right time,” said Greely head coach Mark Whitaker after the game. “The defense made the stops, and Justice was a monster all night.”
Other highlights from Week 7
Old Orchard Beach Seagulls – The Seagulls rolled past Maranacook 60‑12, with Matthew Charron accounting for the first three touchdowns of the game: a 42‑yard run, a 5‑yard run, and a 43‑yard run. Charron also connected on a 15‑yard touchdown pass to Evan Moody.
Mountain Valley Falcons – The Falcons fell 29‑7 to the combined Winthrop/Monmouth/Hall‑Dale squad. Despite the loss, Cole Curtis impressed with an 89‑yard kickoff return for a touchdown, two interceptions, and eight tackles (two for losses).
Lawrence Bulldogs – The Bulldogs defeated Camden Hills 40‑14, with Jaiden Hebert rushing for three touchdowns (34‑, 9‑, and 3‑yard runs).
Skowhegan River Hawks – The Hawks dominated Messalonskee 40‑8. Quarterback Austin Lancaster rushed for five touchdowns, gained 176 yards on 13 carries, and completed 6 of 8 passes.
Biddeford Tigers – The Tigers beat previously unbeaten Marshwood 37‑14, powered by Estevao Lembissa’s two long touchdown runs of 71 and 49 yards in the third quarter.
Cony Rams – The Rams overwhelmed Brunswick 55‑7. Drew Lindquist threw for five touchdowns, showcasing the team’s offensive firepower.
Leavitt Hornets – The Hornets maintained their unbeaten record, defeating Nokomis 36‑12. Landon Marquis rushed for two scores and threw two more, providing a balanced attack.
Oxford Hills Vikings – The Vikings shut out Portland 29‑0, with Keegan Ridley intercepting two passes and rushing for a touchdown.
Gorham Rams – The Rams edged Scarborough 28‑21. Isaac Vail returned a kickoff 71 yards for a touchdown, and later added a 9‑yard shovel‑pass touchdown. Vail also finished the game with an 11‑yard shovel‑pass touchdown with 55 seconds remaining.
The Week 7 results demonstrate a competitive slate across Maine high‑school football, with several teams adding to their win totals while others experienced setbacks. Greely’s win over Hermon marks a turning point for the Rangers as they look to build momentum toward the postseason.
