Thursday, May 23 2013 11:36 AM EDT2013-05-23 15:36:11 GMT
UPPER MARLBORO, Md. (AP) - A judge in Prince George's County will hear arguments in a lawsuit over the University of Maryland's withdrawal from the Atlantic Coast Conference. Maryland announced in November
The ACC sued the school in North Carolina to make it pay a $52 million penalty for exiting the conference.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:27 PM EDT2013-05-23 01:27:16 GMT
DURHAM, N.C. (AP) - Chad Pinder hit two home runs - including a sixth-inning grand slam - and drove in six runs to help Virginia Tech beat Virginia 10-1 on Wednesday in pool play of the Atlantic Coast
Chad Pinder hit two home runs, including a sixth-inning grand slam
Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:46 PM EDT2013-05-23 00:46:59 GMT
Virginia Dept. of Game and Inland Fisheries news releaseSpring turkey hunters reported harvesting a record 19,265 birds during the 2013 season, according to Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries.
Spring turkey hunters reported harvesting a record 19,265 birds during the 2013 season
Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:04 PM EDT2013-05-23 00:04:16 GMT
DAVID GINSBURGAP Sports Writer BALTIMORE (AP) - Before deciding to promote Kevin Gausman to the big leagues, Baltimore Orioles executive vice president Dan Duquette considered, then dismissed, the potential
Gausman, the fourth overall pick in the 2012 draft, will make his big league debut Thursday against the Toronto Blue Jays.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:02 PM EDT2013-05-23 00:02:44 GMT
STEVE REEDAP Sports Writer CONCORD, N.C. (AP) - Danica Patrick refuses to get down on herself even though her first full season on the Sprint Cup series has been a struggle. She is 28th in the Sprint
She is 28th in the Sprint Cup point standings after 11 races and has just one top-10 finish - that came in the season-opening Daytona 500
Wednesday, May 22 2013 7:57 PM EDT2013-05-22 23:57:11 GMT
PETE IACOBELLIAP Sports Writer CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) - NASCAR honored members of its royal families with inductions into the Hall of Fame on Wednesday. Past champion Dale Jarrett joined father Ned
Past champion Dale Jarrett joined father Ned in the hall and master mechanic Maurice "Chief" Petty became the fourth member of one of NASCAR's most successful families to be honored.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 4:52 PM EDT2013-05-22 20:52:32 GMT
Eight teams from across the nation are in Salem for the NCAA Division II Softball World Series. Play begins tomorrow in the double elimination tournament. The teams, some from as far away as California,
Eight teams from across the nation are in Salem for the NCAA Division II Softball World Series. Play begins tomorrow in the double elimination tournament. The teams, some from as far away as California,
Monday, May 20 2013 11:57 PM EDT2013-05-21 03:57:54 GMT
Mike London had some words of wisdom at the B'nai B'rith Athletic and Achievement awards on Monday night. This set of awards are based on 50 percent athletics--25 percent academics...and 25 percent
Mike London had some words of wisdom at the B'nai B'rith Athletic and Achievement awards on Monday night. This set of awards are based on 50 percent athletics--25 percent academics...and 25 percent Community Service.
Monday, May 20 2013 11:15 PM EDT2013-05-21 03:15:51 GMT
Nascar's All-Star weekend included a little of everything. From the stars and cars..past and present to the chance for anybody to race their way in, which is exactly what Jamie McMurray and Ricky
The 48 crew got Jimmie out on the front row for the final 10 lap sprint and that proved to be the difference in Charlotte.
Monday, May 20 2013 9:07 PM EDT2013-05-21 01:07:43 GMT
HANK KURZ Jr.AP Sports Writer RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Richmond Mayor Dwight Jones says the Washington Redskins' training facility is "on schedule and on time" and will be completed before July 25, when
Richmond Mayor Dwight Jones says the Washington Redskins' training facility is "on schedule and on time" and will be completed before July 25, when the team opens training camp
Sunday, May 19 2013 10:05 PM EDT2013-05-20 02:05:18 GMT
He moved from his native China to the United States two years ago to work on bettering his golf game. All he's done since...is make it through US Open Sectional local at the age of 15, and winning
The National and International fields at the Scott Robertson were on display this weekend.
Sunday, May 19 2013 9:48 PM EDT2013-05-20 01:48:23 GMT
by: JENNA FRYER AP Auto Racing Writer CONCORD, N.C. (AP) - Cross another milestone off of Jimmie Johnson's list. He stands alone in All-Star history. "Five-time" became the first four-time winner
Jimmie Johnson became the sports first four-time winner of the All-Star race, surpassingthe late Dale Earnhardt and teammate Jeff Gordon.
Saturday, May 18 2013 11:03 PM EDT2013-05-19 03:03:37 GMT
Courtesy: Evan Lepler, Salem Red Sox Media Relations. Salem, VA (May 18, 2013) – Missed opportunities plagued the Salem Sox through seven innings, but the offense finally delivered in
Salem has taken the first two games of the series with Frederick during it's "Pink in the Park" weekend.
Saturday, May 18 2013 10:57 PM EDT2013-05-19 02:57:26 GMT
The field at the Scott Robertson Memorial has always included local stars, but it has been a few years since they made any noise. This could be the year. Benjamin Griffin of Chapel Hill North Carolina
The Scott Robertson Memorial has some local golfers within striking distance in the Boys 15-18 division.
Friday, May 17 2013 11:41 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:41:36 GMT
The best in the world of Junior golf were out on the course this morning for the Scott Robertson Memorial Golf Tournament at the Roanoke Country Club. One of those star golfers is Floyd County standout
The Hollandsworth name is back in the mix at the Scott Robertson Memorial.
Friday, May 17 2013 11:19 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:19:03 GMT
Alleghany and William Byrd squared off on a neutral field to decide the Blue Ridge District regular season. Both teams finished 7-3 in District play and the two proved to be a great match again on Friday
The playoff game to decide the Blue Ridge District baseball title needed extra innings.
Friday, May 17 2013 11:14 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:14:34 GMT
Courtesy: Evan Lepler-Salem Red Sox Salem, VA (May 17, 2013) – A five-run third inning, a booming three-run homer for Carson Blair, and an overall outburst of offense eased the Salem
A five run third inning propelled the Red Sox to a win in the opening game of the series with Frederick.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 11:18 PM EDT2013-05-16 03:18:03 GMT
James River's girls soccer team pitched a shutout on visiting Floyd Co in a non-district contest. The Knights blanked the Lady Buffs 6-0 for their 10th win of the season. The Knights are 10-4, 3-0
James River grabbed a girls soccer win on Wednesday night in a Non-District match up.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 9:34 PM EDT2013-05-16 01:34:39 GMT
Success isn't something that is unfamiliar to new Radford Women's basketball head coach Mike McGuire. His resume consists of 2 back-to-back state title runs at Hidden Valley in 2007-2008…. As well as
A dynamic valley basketball duo has reunited at Radford to try and take the Highlanders to another level.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 3:34 PM EDT2013-05-15 19:34:26 GMT
Blacksburg High School recognized two more athletes planning to further their sports careers in college. Alyn Carr is headed to High Point University for Track and field. She was the state champion
The Bruins send three female sports stars to the college ranks.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 11:53 PM EDT2013-05-15 03:53:49 GMT
The Blue Ridge District softball regular season title came down to the rematch between the Cavaliers and the perennial power Vikings. Northside handed Lord Botetourt its only loss of the District season
The Vikings rally to take down Lord Botetourt and win the regular season District title.
Friday, May 10 2013 10:21 PM EDT2013-05-11 02:21:24 GMT
Former William Fleming Head Coach Lee Johnson has taken a job as an assistant at crosstown rival Patrick Henry. Johnson will help Alan Fiddler on the defensive side of the ball for the Patriots. Johnson
The Colonels departing head coach will be across the sideline for William Fleming's biggest rivalry game this fall.
Friday, May 10 2013 10:21 PM EDT2013-05-11 02:21:24 GMT
Former William Fleming Head Coach Lee Johnson has taken a job as an assistant at crosstown rival Patrick Henry. Johnson will help Alan Fiddler on the defensive side of the ball for the Patriots. Johnson
The Colonels departing head coach will be across the sideline for William Fleming's biggest rivalry game this fall.
Our area was packed with all sorts of high school action today.Heritage High was at Salem that had pioneers head coach Brad Bradley playing against his old alma mater.Heritage came out on top of that one in Coach...
Our area was packed with all sorts of high school action today.Heritage High was at Salem that had pioneers head coach Brad Bradley playing against his old alma mater.Heritage came out on top of that one in Coach...
Monday, May 20 2013 11:57 PM EDT2013-05-21 03:57:54 GMT
Mike London had some words of wisdom at the B'nai B'rith Athletic and Achievement awards on Monday night. This set of awards are based on 50 percent athletics--25 percent academics...and 25 percent
Mike London had some words of wisdom at the B'nai B'rith Athletic and Achievement awards on Monday night. This set of awards are based on 50 percent athletics--25 percent academics...and 25 percent Community Service.
Friday, May 17 2013 11:41 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:41:36 GMT
The best in the world of Junior golf were out on the course this morning for the Scott Robertson Memorial Golf Tournament at the Roanoke Country Club. One of those star golfers is Floyd County standout
The Hollandsworth name is back in the mix at the Scott Robertson Memorial.
Friday, May 17 2013 11:19 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:19:03 GMT
Alleghany and William Byrd squared off on a neutral field to decide the Blue Ridge District regular season. Both teams finished 7-3 in District play and the two proved to be a great match again on Friday
The playoff game to decide the Blue Ridge District baseball title needed extra innings.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 11:18 PM EDT2013-05-16 03:18:03 GMT
James River's girls soccer team pitched a shutout on visiting Floyd Co in a non-district contest. The Knights blanked the Lady Buffs 6-0 for their 10th win of the season. The Knights are 10-4, 3-0
James River grabbed a girls soccer win on Wednesday night in a Non-District match up.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 3:34 PM EDT2013-05-15 19:34:26 GMT
Blacksburg High School recognized two more athletes planning to further their sports careers in college. Alyn Carr is headed to High Point University for Track and field. She was the state champion
The Bruins send three female sports stars to the college ranks.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 11:53 PM EDT2013-05-15 03:53:49 GMT
The Blue Ridge District softball regular season title came down to the rematch between the Cavaliers and the perennial power Vikings. Northside handed Lord Botetourt its only loss of the District season
The Vikings rally to take down Lord Botetourt and win the regular season District title.
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:50 PM EDT2013-05-17 03:50:48 GMT
Playing in the post season is the goal of any athlete, on any level. Last Sunday Virginia Tech's softball team reached that goal--being selected to play in the NCAA regional Playoffs in Lexington Kentucky.
The Hokies are ready to have at in the NCAA softball regional from Lexington, Kentucky.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 9:34 PM EDT2013-05-16 01:34:39 GMT
Success isn't something that is unfamiliar to new Radford Women's basketball head coach Mike McGuire. His resume consists of 2 back-to-back state title runs at Hidden Valley in 2007-2008…. As well as
A dynamic valley basketball duo has reunited at Radford to try and take the Highlanders to another level.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:02 PM EDT2013-05-23 00:02:44 GMT
STEVE REEDAP Sports Writer CONCORD, N.C. (AP) - Danica Patrick refuses to get down on herself even though her first full season on the Sprint Cup series has been a struggle. She is 28th in the Sprint
She is 28th in the Sprint Cup point standings after 11 races and has just one top-10 finish - that came in the season-opening Daytona 500
Wednesday, May 22 2013 7:57 PM EDT2013-05-22 23:57:11 GMT
PETE IACOBELLIAP Sports Writer CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) - NASCAR honored members of its royal families with inductions into the Hall of Fame on Wednesday. Past champion Dale Jarrett joined father Ned
Past champion Dale Jarrett joined father Ned in the hall and master mechanic Maurice "Chief" Petty became the fourth member of one of NASCAR's most successful families to be honored.
Monday, May 20 2013 11:15 PM EDT2013-05-21 03:15:51 GMT
Nascar's All-Star weekend included a little of everything. From the stars and cars..past and present to the chance for anybody to race their way in, which is exactly what Jamie McMurray and Ricky
The 48 crew got Jimmie out on the front row for the final 10 lap sprint and that proved to be the difference in Charlotte.
Sunday, May 19 2013 9:48 PM EDT2013-05-20 01:48:23 GMT
by: JENNA FRYER AP Auto Racing Writer CONCORD, N.C. (AP) - Cross another milestone off of Jimmie Johnson's list. He stands alone in All-Star history. "Five-time" became the first four-time winner
Jimmie Johnson became the sports first four-time winner of the All-Star race, surpassingthe late Dale Earnhardt and teammate Jeff Gordon.
Friday, May 17 2013 7:24 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:24:49 GMT
STEVE REED AP Sports Writer CONCORD, N.C. (AP) - Carl Edwards captured the pole for the Sprint All-Star race at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Edwards, the 2011 winner in the exhibition event, completed
Edwards, the 2011 winner in the exhibition event, completed three laps and a four-tire pit stop Friday night in 1 minute, 51.297 seconds
Saturday, May 18 2013 11:03 PM EDT2013-05-19 03:03:37 GMT
Courtesy: Evan Lepler, Salem Red Sox Media Relations. Salem, VA (May 18, 2013) – Missed opportunities plagued the Salem Sox through seven innings, but the offense finally delivered in
Salem has taken the first two games of the series with Frederick during it's "Pink in the Park" weekend.
Friday, May 17 2013 11:14 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:14:34 GMT
Courtesy: Evan Lepler-Salem Red Sox Salem, VA (May 17, 2013) – A five-run third inning, a booming three-run homer for Carson Blair, and an overall outburst of offense eased the Salem
A five run third inning propelled the Red Sox to a win in the opening game of the series with Frederick.
Thursday marks the 35th anniversary of Elvis Presley's death. To commemorate the King of Rock n' Roll's music and legacy, the Salem Red Sox have dubbed Thursday night "Elvis Night" at the ball park...
Thursday marks the 35th anniversary of Elvis Presley's death. To commemorate the King of Rock n' Roll's music and legacy, the Salem Red Sox have dubbed Thursday night "Elvis Night" at the ball park...
Lynchburg's Gus Schlosser and Salem's Yeiper Castillo were locked in a classic pitcher's duel before the Hillcats broke the scoreless tie with a three-run eighth to take a 3-1 win over the Red Sox on...
Lynchburg's Gus Schlosser and Salem's Yeiper Castillo were locked in a classic pitcher's duel before the Hillcats broke the scoreless tie with a three-run eighth to take a 3-1 win over the Red Sox on Saturday.
