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Virginia high school faces recruiting questions after 30 football players transferred this spring
A Virginia high school raised eyebrows internally when 30 new students transferred to the school this spring with the intention of playing on the football team. Hayfield Secondary School (Alexandria, Va.) is now under investigation by the Virginia High School League (VHSL) for the net gain of 23 new students at a time when enrollment was dropping countywide, according to the Fairfax County Times. The association does not allow transfer or enrollment of school “made because of athletic ability,” according to its handbook.
Maryland senator wants 'binding agreement' with Commanders about future of Commanders field in Prince Georges County
GREATER LANDOVER, Md. — With the Washington Commanders first pre-season game fast approaching, fans aren’t just focused on what happens on the field. They also want to know where owner Josh Harris is going to build the new stadium he’s been talking about. Now, WUSA9 has learned...
Hayfield football staffer flouts rules; Coach’s controversial past surfaces
This past Sunday, Brenden Hughes, a new wide receiver coach and passing game coordinator for the Hayfield Secondary School football team in Alexandria, tweeted at 4:36 p.m., urging student-athletes to “get some work Monday and Tuesday this week” with training at “$25 a session!”. The problem: as...
Highlands, Vienna Woods lead diving divisions with 3-0 records
The Vienna Woods and Highlands summer diving teams took over sole possession of first place with 3-0 records in the respective Northern Virginia Swimming League divisions with road victories the night of July 2. In Division I, Vienna Woods edged Old Keene Mill, 37-35. In Division II, Highlands downed Hunt...
Nationals make roster moves with two former Vols
Washington announced roster moves, including two former Vols, on Saturday. “The Washington Nationals recalled infielder Trey Lipscomb from Triple-A Rochester and designated third baseman Nick Senzel for assignment on Saturday,” Washington President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo announced. Lipscomb was selected by Washington in the third-round...
Dozens of teams from across the country to compete in Maryland kickball tournament this weekend
UPPER MARLBORO, Md. — The variety of viewing possibilities on streaming platforms for sports fans seems never-ending, even for a game some may not have thought of in years. With the Orioles on the road this weekend, sports fans can head to Liberty Sports Park, in Upper Marlboro, for a blast from the past: kickball.
Schmall & Williams Win $80K at Firecracker Bracket Nationals
Nate Kelley, Andy Schmall, and TC “T-Bucket” Williams captured wins at the Byron Dragway 25th Annual Firecracker Bracket Nationals. Photos by WR Swanson Photography and Media BYRON, IL- Byron Dragway held its 25th annual Firecracker Bracket Nationals from June 27-30, 2024. Originally slated for four days of competition with a $150,000 main event, the schedule had to be amended due to weather. With Thursday’s $10K event already completed and Friday completely rained out, the decision was made to run for $80,000 on both Saturday and Sunday. See full event results below! Thursday $10K Nate Kelley picked up the Thursday $10K...
Football Player Capsules: Colby McDonald
Fall camp begins in August, and to preview the upcoming 2024 season we take a look at each scholarship player on Maryland’s roster, from jersey No. 0 to No. 99. RECRUITING: The class of 2021 recruit McDonald earned his first major offer from former recruiter Elijah Brooks and Maryland in 2019, and he was destined for the hometown school after that.
Arlington Post 1995 had many contributors in all-star game
The six players representing the Arlington Post 1995 team made contributions for the winning East side in the July 4 American Legion District 17 all-star baseball game at Waters Field in Vienna. The East defeated the West, 12-1, in seven innings. Helping the East to the victory was Post 1995’s...
Semi-pro soccer team is finding success on and off the field
Falls Church City’s semi-pro soccer team, Virginia Dream FC, are in the United Premier Soccer League (UPSL) Postseason Championship Game for the second consecutive season. The team was regular-season champion of the UPSL DMV South and after earning a 3-0 victory this past Sunday, June 30. They will play in, and host, the championship match this coming Saturday, July 6, at 7:30 p.m. at Meridian High School.
Boxes of Basics to hold first Summertime Charity Classic event series
Boxes of Basics will hold its the inaugural Summertime Charity Classic, a three-day event series in partnership with Dominion Valley Country Club, later in July. The events, which are as follows, promise fun, camaraderie and an opportunity to make an impact in the community, according to a news release:. Saturday,...
FHYAA Names Jackson Casey Scholarship Winners
Alexandria, VA – Luke Chambers and Avery Olsen from West Potomac High School have been named winners of the 2024 Jackson Casey Scholarship presented by the Fort Hunt Youth Athletic Association. The Casey family personally presented the scholarships. Chambers is a member of the Class of 2024 at West...
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