One of our favorite yearly traditions continued yesterday at Ellsworth High School as we hosted our annual Student-Athlete Signing Ceremony, a special moment dedicated to honoring the next step for our senior EHS athletes.
In a room filled with family, friends, and the coaches who have guided them along the way, these seven standout seniors officially committed to the next chapter of their athletic and academic journeys! Congratulations to each and every one of them for tremendous careers filled with hard work and dedication that they are certainly reaping the benefits of!
Jackson Barry - Avon Old Farms Prep, Baseball, Basketball, Soccer
Jackson is set to spend a post-graduate year at Avon Old Farms, where he will continue to compete at a high level. A versatile three-sport athlete, Jackson was named Pitcher of the Year and a First Team All-Conference selection in baseball, while also earning Second Team honors in basketball. His favorite memory is winning the Northern Maine championship during his junior year!
Ally Brown - University of Maine, Cheer
Ally leaves a legacy of excellence with the Ellsworth Cheer program, having been part of four Regional and four State Championship teams! A PVC First Team All-Conference selection, she was a vital part of the Eagles' undefeated seasons in 2024 and 2026. She is excited to bring her championship experience to the University of Maine’s dominant cheer squad this fall! She’ll be studying Business Administration while cheering on the Black Bears!
Jadyn Bell - Husson University, Cross Country and Track
A cornerstone of the Eagles' running programs, Jadyn has been a consistent leader on the trail and the track. A team captain for both Cross Country and Indoor Track, she is a multi-time state qualifier and a recipient of the PVC All-Academic Award. Jadyn looks forward to continuing her distance running career at Husson, carrying with her fond memories of Ellsworth traditions like the Mud Run and the Sign Forest. She’ll be taking her talents to Husson University, where she will major in Wildlife Biology and Conservation.
Elizabeth Boles - Husson University, Basketball
Elizabeth heads to Husson following a decorated multi-sport career at Ellsworth. In basketball, she was a key component of the Eagles' Regional and State Championship runs, earning multiple All-Conference and All-Tournament honors. Her dominance extended to the soccer pitch, where she earned All-State and All-Region recognition. Elizabeth cites winning the State Championship as her favorite high school memory. She’ll be taking the court as an Eagle still next year – but with coach Kissy Walker and the Husson University Eagles, where she’ll also be studying Sports Management!
Kennedy Lambert - Thomas College, Soccer
A two-time All-Conference First Team selection, Kennedy has been a driving force for the Eagles' soccer program! Her high school career was highlighted by winning the Northern Maine title during her sophomore season, and her success on the field followed her the next two years. Kennedy will take her talents to Thomas College this fall, where she plans to balance her athletic career as a Terrier with her studies in Criminal Justice!
Dawson Curtis - Husson University, Baseball
A standout on the mound and the court, Dawson is headed to Husson to join the Eagles' baseball program. During his time at Ellsworth, he earned Pitcher of the Year honors and was a key part of the 2025 Northern Maine Championship team. Also a Big East All-Star in basketball, Dawson’s favorite memory so far remains clinching the Regional Baseball title last spring! He’ll be following his two older brothers, Jackson and Hunter, playing for Husson Baseball in college where he’ll study Financial Planning!
Cavan Jester - University of Maine, Swimming
Cavan caps off a historic high school career as a two-time State Champion and the 2025-2026 Maine State Swimmer of the Year!! With eight conference titles and a Varsity Maine All-State team selection to his name, Cavan has been a force in the pool. This year, he won two individual gold medals at the state championship meet, and another with his relay team! He will study Finance at the University of Maine and continue his swimming career at the Division I level with the Black Bears, fueled by the memory of his final state title win in front of his home crowd.