We catch up with Joe Hersom, President of the Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl, ahead of this weekend’s big game in Lewiston. Hersom shares what makes the Lobster Bowl such a special tradition in Maine — from the top football talent on the field to the powerful impact it has off of it.
Middays with Mannix & Mannix: Aaron Filieo 7/17/25
We caught up with South Portland’s Aaron Filieo, head coach of the West team in this year’s Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl. Filieo shares how he’s preparing his squad of top-tier talent, what the game means to him personally, and why the cause behind the contest makes it one of the most meaningful weeks in Maine high school football.
Middays with Mannix & Mannix: Sanford Mainers 7/17/25
Following a split doubleheader against Martha’s Vineyard, we check in with head coach Nic Lops for his thoughts on bouncing back, key contributors, and the energy at Goodall Park as the team enters the home stretch of the NECBL season.
Middays with Mannix & Mannix: Kyle Gallant 7/17/25
We caught up with East Head Coach Kyle Gallant ahead of this weekend’s Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl. Gallant shares how his team is coming together, the meaning behind the game, and why the Lobster Bowl is about far more than football. Don’t miss his insights on building chemistry in a short week and coaching for a cause.
Middays with Mannix & Mannix: Lobster Jam 7/16/25
Bruce Orne joined us to preview Lobster Jam, happening July 18–20 at Boothbay Regional Elementary & High School. With over 20 games, skills competitions, a three-point shootout, and $10 lobster rolls, it’s a summer hoops weekend you don’t want to miss. Daily entry: $5.
Middays with Mannix & Mannix: Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl Classic
Annie Dobos, MSLBC Cheering Coordinator and Messalonskee–Waterville coach, and Abi Santerre of Kennebunk’s WEST team, this year’s top fundraiser, joined Middays with Mannix & Mannix to talk leadership, energy, and what cheering means beyond the mat.