Chris Meyer makes a guest appearance as a goalie for Mt. Abram’s blue team. (Heidi Murphy photo) SALEM — Mt. Abram High School was the place to be this weekend to enjoy an end-of-summer 7 v 7 soccer round robin event. Twelve teams from around the state participated in the final weekend of soccer before the Maine Principal’s Association mandatory two week hands off period.

Friday the MTA girls hosted teams in a preliminary round robin style format that led to seedings being developed for Saturday morning. Mt. Blue was the eventual winning team after two days winning the championship game against Medomak Valley following double overtime and penalty kicks.

Saturday afternoon, the boys started their tournament, again having a round robin format to develop seedings for Sunday. At the end of the day, the Mt. Blue Boys were also victorious defeating Maranacook 2-1.

“Fabulous weather plus 24 soccer teams plus great help from parents and coaches equaled a great 7V7 soccer tournament for 2010. Thanks to all who helped out! We could not do this without you,” event organizer, Coach Marc Keller, commented.
Jane Luce, one of the many parent volunteers who assisted with the weekend events, helps with the concessions that were well appreciated and included burgers, hot dogs, breakfast sandwiches, baked goods and the now famous French fries that are offered at many of MTA’s big soccer events. (Danielle London photo)
Mt Abram’s Gold Team comprised alumni, including (left to right) Nate Smith, Ben Ladd and Nate Hewitt who await a corner kick in a game against Madawaska’s White Team. (Danielle London photo)
Goalie Allie Lopez sends the ball downfield. (Heidi Murphy photo)
The Mt. Abram White and Blue teams faced each other in final play on Sundya. Here, Chris Murphy (right) takes the ball past Amos Withee. (Heidi Murphy photo)
Several teams remain on site for the tournament using the softball fields as camp facilities. Two teams also used the gym for overnight accommodations. (Danielle London photo)