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Men’s Soccer: #13 Virginia upset by Colgate, 1-0
UVA (1-1-0) dominated possession and shots attempted – the ‘Hoos had a 28-3 advantage in shots. But with just over eight minutes remaining in the first half, it was Colgate (1-1-0) that opened the scoring on just its second opportunity of the game, as Jack Beerling tucked his shot from distance into the bottom left corner. Virginia went into the halftime break trailing 1-0.
Speaking the Lawn Podcast Episode 26: 2024 Football Schedule Preview
Pierce welcomes cohost Zach back on the pod this week - and the duo have plenty to discuss. First, they chat about the recent announcement that Anthony Colandrea has been named starting quarterback for your Virginia Cavaliers. They break down the implications of this news and their hopes for Colandrea this season. The pod then switches gears into a schedule preview for the Hoos, discussing each opponent for the season and picking wins and losses - all culminating in a discussion about the final game: VT and how “success” hinges on a solid performance in Blacksburg.
Virginia Football 2024: Can Tight Ends Finally Make an Impact?
Virginia football’s tight ends enter 2024 facing scrutiny as offensive coordinator Des Kitchings looks to enhance their role. Over the past two seasons, tight ends have recorded only 33 catches for 442 yards, primarily serving as blockers. Sackett Wood Jr. leads the group, returning for a fifth season and establishing himself as a key pass catcher, with 306 yards from the total. New transfers Tyler Neville and Sage Ennis join Wood, adding depth and experience as potential receiving threats. The upcoming season will determine if this revamped tight end unit can significantly contribute to the Cavaliers' offense.
Around the Corner: The first UVA football game week of the year!
After a year off from running our favorite morning column/newsletter, we’re bringing Around the Corner back for the fall of 2024. Published each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday morning, ATC is meant to be your one-stop-shop for the top stories in the UVA sports world at the beginning, in the middle, and at the end of each week.
Column: Year 3 of the Elliott Era needs to show progress at UVa
Year 3 of the Tony Elliott era is upon us with the season opener against Richmond coming in just a few days. It’s been a busy offseason for the program, as they’ve added a big group of newcomers via the transfer portal, had one staff change, and opened their new football facility, a dream that was years in the making.
Ice cream, sneaker raffles help Boushall Middle improve attendance
School districts across the country have struggled to get kids back into the classroom following the COVID-19 pandemic. When in-school learning resumed, about one-quarter of students in Richmond Public Schools missed 18 or more days — the definition of chronic absenteeism. “For two years with the pandemic, we told...
Watch the First Alert Weather Summit
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - WHSV joined together with our Virginia sister stations — WDBJ7 in Roanoke, 29 News in Charlottesville and 12 On Your Side in Richmond — for the First Alert Weather Summit. This roundtable discussion covers current weather topics impacting the commonwealth like droughts, wildfires, the tropics and fall foliage.
Summer rebounds, heat & humidity rise
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Good morning. Dress for comfort today. Heat and humidity will increase this week. As temperatures rise into the upper 80s and 90s, real feel conditions could exceed 100. A stray shower or storm may be possible today and Tuesday. Wednesday is expected to be the hottest day of the week, with real feel temperatures closer to 105. Meanwhile, we’ll be tracking a cold front that will bring a better chance for more wide spread showers and storms Thursday into Friday. For a complete forecast, go to 29News.com. Have a great and safe day !
Trustees decide future of Hampden-Sydney shooting range project
An expansion is moving forward for the Hampden-Sydney shooting range. The college’s Board of Trustees late last week signed off on the project, giving it the final approval needed before construction could take place. Part of what encouraged trustees was the alumni-led fundraising campaign, which collected $825,000 in the last few months. Also, school officials […] The post Trustees decide future of Hampden-Sydney shooting range project appeared first on Farmville.
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