HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS

The standout Patrick Henry athlete chose Penn State over the likes of Virginia Tech, Liberty and West Virginia.

Pulaski County grad Cam Akers will lead the Cougars as interim head coach in 2022.

Boys soccer program sending three to the division one ranks.

After three decades, it’s a fair bet there aren’t many people who know Jefferson Forest high school better than Jedd Zaring.

The summer camp is in its first session of the summer at William Fleming High School.

Kassidy Beagan will lead the volleyball program, Wood promoted as head coach for wrestling.

William Fleming's Micah Jones wins the Artie Levin Personal Life Award.

Southwest Virginia proved once again its dominance in spring competition, bringing home seven titles back to the area.

Auburn and Glenvar girls team tennis both came out victorious in the State Championship on Thursday at Virginia Tech.

The Highlanders return to the VHSL Class 2 State Semifinals for the second straight year.

In the history of Eastern Montgomery High School, there’s only been one VHSL State Championship team. That title belongs to girls soccer, who hoisted the Class 1 trophy in 2021, on a hot June afternoon in West Point, Virginia.

Baseball:

Alaysia Oakes of Heritage added to her illustrious high school career with state gold in the VHSL Class 3 100-meter dash.

Western Albemarle's relentless defense kept Blacksburg out of the net on Tuesday night.

Being fast led Carly Wilkes to putting her best foot forward in running track and cross country.

The Lady Cavaliers defeated the Vikings 5-1 to advance to the Region 3D Semifinals.

Both the Spartans boys and girls teams won their respective games by a score of 18-5.

Glenvar signs six to the next level.

The dozen signees have an average GPA of 3.7.

Mike Cartolaro is putting up his whistle for good but will remain athletic director.

The Colonels notched another Blue Ridge District road victory on Tuesday night.

Monday's signing at Patrick Henry was unique as it included Ressa Devers accepting an ROTC scholarship to Wake Forest University.

Patrick Henry girls claim the top spot in the 4 x 100 relay.

The Cosmopolitan track meet is back at William Fleming High School.

Taylor Hilovsky scored the winning goal for the Knights.

Jefferson Forest had 15 student-athletes make commitments on Wednesday.

Lady Highlanders earn another Three Rivers District win Tuesday night.

The Patriots held a 10-1 lead after the first quarter.

Highlanders netted seven goals in the first half.

Both teams played a fierce back-and-forth battle in the first half.

The former Virginia Tech assistant returns to his hometown to become activities director for Alleghany County Public Schools and the new Alleghany Highlands Public Schools.

The Spartans held a 2-0 lead just thirteen minutes into Monday nights matchup with Bruins.

Colonels rally in second half for a 2-1 victory.

Patriots defeat Cougars 6-0.

Carroll County girls also advanced to the Class 3 Championship.

The Lady Cavs enter the Class 3 Quarterfinals with one lone loss this season.

Bridgewater and Ferrum colleges each receiving a pair of Highlanders.

Northside held a brief fourth quarter lead before Cave Spring's defense helped lead them to victory.

The Knights have four players averaging double-digit scoring.

The Warriors are a relatively young team that feeds off of playing fast and physical.

The legendary coach and mentor tallied nearly 1,000 career wins including a total of five VHSL state championships.

Knights avenge an early season loss to Northside with a blowout win on Monday night.

The Vikings and Knights went toe to toe in a physical, back-and-forth matchup Monday night.

William Byrd boys and girls teams each earned wins over Hidden Valley.

The Lady Cavs improve to 4-0 this season.

The Patriots scored all 12 first quarter points from beyond the arc.

The Maroon Tide will play Riverheads for the third straight year in the Class 1 Championship game.

The Raiders tied the game 28-28 late before the G-Men surged ahead for the victory.

The Colonels held the Celtics to just 3 points in the third quarter.

The Eagles also extended their state-record winning streak to 74 games.