Lobster Bowl: Rivals for a Cause | Bangor News

This Saturday, the 36th annual Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl Classic ignites as top high school seniors from East vs. West clash on the gridiron — not just for glory, but to smash fundraising records for Shriners Children’s Hospitals. With the West holding a commanding 23-11 series edge and four of the last five wins, this year’s showdown at Foxcroft Academy promises fierce competition, deep camaraderie, and a record-breaking effort to raise over $500 per player. From Gatorade Player of the Year Connor Ayoob to Gaziano Award winner Joe Hayden, elite talent takes the field under coaches Dan O’Connell and Joel Stoneton. Behind the scenes, staff and athletes sacrifice time and energy to make this more than a game — it’s a legacy of teamwork, friendship, and giving back. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/02280ca74d92ba0e