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Wythe, Marshall remain positive despite losses at state tourney
Both George Wythe and John Marshall High schools are looking forward to continued basketball excellence next season — and the next, and the next. Two freshmen who made their mark this winter figure to provide the Bulldogs and Justices with long-term success.
Russell Wilson to play pro football and baseball?
Deion Sanders, Bo Jackson and Brian Jordan juggled playing in the NFL and baseball at the same time. Now former Richmonder Russell Wilson, best known as the star quarterback for the NFL Seattle Seahawks, is considering double duty, too.
Former VSU, Hermitage High athlete heads to Commanders
Will Adams has his cleated foot in the NFL door.
Howard Bison overrun by UR Spiders
Coach Mike London has found it is far easier coaching football for the University of Richmond than coaching against UR. In his return to the West End campus last Saturday, Coach London’s Howard University squad was trampled 68-21 before 8,217 mostly Spiders fans at UR’s Robins Stadium.
’His Airness’ Michael Jordan also knew how to swing a bat
Michael Jordan the basketball player is a global legend. His greatness is beyond debate. Meanwhile, Jordan the baseball player remains a bit of a mystery, his status open to discussion.
George Wythe banking on 3-point shooter in playoffs
George Wythe High School’s basketball opponents are in trouble — make that triple trouble — whenever Eugene Williams uncorks a jump shot.
‘Funville’ opens Friday the 13th
The Richmond Flying Squirrels have an antidote for any hints of Friday the 13th bad luck that might haunt the home opener.
Flying Squirrels pitcher hopes 100 mph throws get him to big leagues
Walking to the batter’s box to face Melvin Adon must feel like walking the plank. Few pitchers unleash a fastball with more fury and frightening velocity than the Richmond Flying Squirrels’ bullpen ace.
TJ Vikings looking for victories
Coach Chad Hornik’s checklist for Thomas Jefferson High football is nearing completion.
Sophomore Taya Robinson drawing collegiate interest
Now there are two good reasons to visit Huguenot High School — to eyeball the sparkling new school and to observe the Falcons’ sophomore basketball star. Few glow brighter with a basketball in her hands than Taya Robinson, a 5-foot-10 tower of talent who has drawn nationwide recruiting attention.
Chris Shelton of Louisa steps up this season for HU Pirates
Hampton University’s Chris Shelton wears the same jersey number — 12 — as he wore last year.
VUU looking toward new season; Saturday opener at Hovey Field
Mark James began his first coaching season at Virginia Union University with modest expectations. Much has changed heading into year two.
Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge shattering height records, TVs in the major leagues
Aaron Judge is large and in charge. The New York Yankees rookie right fielder has head-turning size, with talent to match. He also stands above the crowd with his “Wow!” factor.
Penn State Coach James Franklin on course to win NCAA title
Coach James Franklin is in position to make history one day. It possibly could happen as early as this season. The talented Penn State coach seems a strong bet to become the first African-American coach to win an NCAA collegiate football title on the highest level.
Former Richmond players transfer to Newberry College
Newberry College in South Carolina will have a distinct Richmond look during the coming basketball season.
John Marshall standout Isaiah Todd transferring
Isaiah Todd, arguably the area’s top college prospect since Moses Malone, is changing basketball addresses. After leading Richmond’s John Marshall High School to the State 3A title this past winter as a sophomore, the 6-foot-10 Todd is transferring to Trinity Academy, a Christian-based private school in Raleigh, N.C.
Michigan’s Bullock playing in College Baseball World Series
Christan Bullock is a prime example of the talent participating in the Metropolitan Junior Baseball League games.
John Marshall’s ‘Baby-faced Bomber’ morphs into ‘J-Rock’
It seems fitting Jeremy Carter-Sheppard goes by two surnames. That’s because he’s about twice as hard to guard as most teenagers. John Marshall High School’s hyphenated hero can wow you in so many ways. John Marshall Coach Ty White was asked if his senior star was most effective popping from outside, driving to the basket or dishing to teammates. Coach White’s quick reply: “All of the above.”
Flying Squirrels second baseman Jalen Miller, 22, already in Baseball Hall of Fame
Jalen Miller achieved one of baseball’s rarest feats a season ago when he hit for the cycle — a single, double, triple and homer in the same game. It was a shining neon sign of coming attractions for the now 22-year-old second baseman with the Richmond Flying Squirrels.
