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Virginia State defeats Elizabeth City State 36-7

Virginia State University (4-3, 3-1 CIAA) secured a commanding 36-7 victory over Elizabeth City State University (2-5, 0-4 CIAA) in a revenge match after last season’s loss. The Trojans’ defense delivered a stellar performance, holding the Vikings to minus-47 rushing yards.

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Virginia State’s offense explodes for 457 yards in homecoming rout

Virginia State University’s football team showcased an impressive aerial attack, amassing nearly 330 passing yards from three quarterbacks to defeat Bowie State 38-17 during Saturday’s homecoming game.

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Virginia State bounces back with 35-18 win over Fayetteville State

After two consecutive losses, Virginia State University (2-2, 1-0 CIAA) returned to the win column with a 35-18 victory over Fayetteville State (2-2, 1-1 CIAA) on Saturday, Sept. 28. The Trojans used a strong offensive performance led by quarterback Romelo Williams and wide receiver Kevin Gayles to secure the conference win.

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CIAA football preseason poll

Virginia State tops rankings, Virginia Union second

The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association has released its 2024 football preseason conference poll, with Virginia State University claiming the top spot. This marks a significant improvement for the Trojans, who were picked to finish fifth last season but landed in third place behind Virginia Union and Fayetteville State.

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Williams shines on diamond, gridiron

Jimmy Williams does double duty for Virginia State University, and he handles it quite well. The versatile freshman from Durham’s Hillside High wears two hats — or rather a helmet and ballcap — for the Trojans.

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VSU’s Darrington ignites lineup with precision hitting

Bringing attitude and energy

Hailey Darrington proves an athlete doesn’t have to be a high school star to become one in college. After skipping varsity softball at Manchester High, she’s blossomed into one of the CIAA’s top performers for Virginia State University.

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Trojans attract top-notch recruits

One of the most decorated high school football players in Richmond area history will continue to play locally ­ — at Virginia State University.

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Trojans veer off track

It will be Senior Day Saturday at Rogers Stadium and the seniors, as well as the underclassmen, figure to have a chip on their shoulder and something to prove. Kickoff is set for 2 p.m.

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After homecoming win, VSU eyes championship prizes

Boldly, VirginiaStateUniversity’s football schedule includes games on Nov. 11 and Nov. 18 that aren’t guaranteed. That would be the CIAA Championship Game Nov. 11 and NCAA Division II Playoffs Nov. 18. And while Trojans fans may want to hold off a bit in making travel plans, those games are looking more and more like a reality.

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Trojans undefeated

VSU plays Bluefield State for homecoming

There’s plenty cause to party this weekend in Ettrick.

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VSU has high hopes with Pope

As the dynamic Dinwiddie High quarterback, K’ymon Pope was all about leading his team into the end zone. Now as the Virginia State University roving safety, he’s all about keeping rival squads out of the end zone.

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Downpour fails to dampen Trojans’ 33-0 victory over Livingstone

Williams plus Williams has added up to four victories and zero defeats for Virginia State University football. Romelo and Jimmyll Williams aren’t siblings but do share a common talent – getting the Trojans into the end zone.

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VSU narrowly loses to Salem

Virginia State University’s bid for a second straight New South Athletic Conference (NSAC) baseball title came up short May 7 at Whaley Colbert Field in Ettrick.

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VUU, VSU basketball to travel near and far

Teams’ itinerary lists Connecticut, Virgin Islands

Basketball fans can enjoy two for the price of one Nov. 11-12 at Virginia State University’s Multi-Purpose Center.