Lisbon High School Football Team Faces Uncertain Future

The city of Lisbon is currently facing a challenging situation surrounding its high school football team. In a recent development, Lisbon High School has made the difficult decision to forfeit the final four games of its football season due to an ongoing hazing scandal that has rocked the team and the community.

According to the rules set by the Maine Principals’ Association, a team that forfeits games due to such incidents faces a ban from competition for a period of two years. This hard decision has raised concerns among players, parents, and fans alike. However, it’s important to note that the ban can be appealed, and the future of the program hinges on this process.

The situation has caught the attention of local law enforcement, as Lisbon police have turned over their investigation to the district attorney’s office. They are currently looking into a specific criminal complaint, although details have remained scarce. No information has been disclosed about the exact nature of the hazing allegations.

On October 10, Lisbon Schools Superintendent Richard Green announced that seven students from the football roster had been suspended as a result of the investigation. While these players have faced suspension from the team, they are allowed to continue with their education and stay in school.

The community is waiting for further updates as the situation develops. With the implications of the scandal being significant, many are hopeful that the decision-makers will consider the best path forward for those involved, including the possibility of resuming high school football in Lisbon sooner than expected.