Former CIAA Coach of the Year joins VUU as women's hoops leader
Virginia Union University recently appointed Alico Dunk as the 10th head coach in the history of its women's basketball program.
Norfolk State, Duke to play in women’s basketball series
Norfolk State University and Duke University have finalized a home-and-home women’s basketball series set to take place over the next two seasons, the schools announced.
Australian reliever’s story takes another Richmond turn
Peter Moylan once arrived in Richmond as an unknown Australian reliever with a rebuilt career and a revived fastball. On Thursday, June 12, he’ll return as a celebrated major league veteran, signing autographs and throwing the ceremonial first pitch where …
Colonial Downs adds 17 race days to summer schedule
Live thoroughbred racing returns to Colonial Downs next month, following a record-setting spring meet that saw more than 8,000 fans witness American Promise win the Virginia Derby and earn a spot in this year’s Kentucky Derby.
Richmond football unveils 2025 home schedule as new Patriot League era begins
The University of Richmond football team will usher in a new era this fall as it makes its debut in the Patriot League, highlighted by a five-game home schedule at Robins Stadium.
Commentary: High school runner loses championship after officials disqualify her celebration, by E. Faye Williams
Clara Adams, a sophomore high school sprinter in California, had a rule change after winning a preliminary heat in the girls’ 400 meters in a CIF State Track and Field Championship meet. There’s no doubt she won, but her victory …
Pacers’ 25-year Finals drought is over as they look to overcome snakebitten history
The Pacers have finally ended the franchise’s 25-year NBA Finals drought, achieving the unthinkable after starting the season 10-15 and looking like anything but a title contender.
Flying Squirrels held hitless into eighth in 5-1 loss to Senators
The Richmond Flying Squirrels were held without a hit until the eighth inning and dropped their series finale to the Harrisburg Senators, 5-1, Sunday afternoon at The Diamond.
Norfolk State to face Rutgers in Vick’s first road game as head coach
The Michael Vick era at Norfolk State will include a nationally televised road game against Rutgers, with a 3:30 p.m. kickoff scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 13, the Big Ten Conference announced Thursday.
VUU’s DJ Mitchell ballin’ at legendary Rucker Park
Virginia Union University 6’5” guard DJ Mitchell has been selected to play in the HBCU All-Star Dream Classic, set for Saturday, Aug. 9, at Rucker Park in Harlem, N.Y.
Girard going global with sports diplomacy program in Bulgaria
Mallori Girard, a longtime volunteer with the Richmond-based nonprofit Jacob’s Chance, has been selected by the U.S. Department of State to take part in the Sport for Social Change exchange program this month in Bulgaria.
Panther Golfer qualifies for VSGA Amateur, State Open
Virginia Union University golfer Joseph Boone has secured a spot in two of the state’s premier golf tournaments following a strong performance during a qualifying round on Tuesday, May 20.
Henrico to host A-10 Women’s Basketball Championship through 2029
The Atlantic 10 Conference is extending its stay in Henrico County.
VCU’s Nyk Lewis invited to USA Basketball U19 training camp
Incoming VCU freshman Nyk Lewis has been invited to the USA Basketball U19 National Team training camp next month in Colorado Springs, Colo.
Flying Squirrels drop third walk-off of series after late rally falls short
The Richmond Flying Squirrels were held hitless into the eighth inning before taking a brief lead, but ultimately fell 3-2 in walk-off fashion to the Binghamton Rumble Ponies on Saturday night at Mirabito Cameron Carter Stadium.
