Brunswick boys soccer captures 8th Class A crown

Brunswick won its eighth Class A boys soccer title, beating first-time state finalist Thornton Academy 2-0 at Kennebunk High School, then completing the championship with two late goals. After controlling most of the first 68 minutes despite a scoreless board, the Dragons broke through when Lyle Sokoloff scored with 12:10 to play and midfielder Liam Rapoza doubled the lead six minutes later. Rapoza said Brunswick studied Thornton’s strong midfield and attack after a South final matchup that featured Thornton’s 5-1 blitz of Falmouth. Brunswick finished 17-1 and was the unanimous No. 1 in the Varsity Maine poll, securing its second championship in five seasons under coach Mark Roma.