The Colonels built a double-digit lead in the second half against the Eagles.

Salem's Gabby Crawford reached 1,000 career points in road win at Christiansburg.

Steelman was named the Blue Ridge District Offensive Player of the Year as well as an All-Region and All-State honoree.

Amari Worsham scored 13 first half points in the Lady Colonels 67-39 win.

Wednesday proved to be a defensive-fueled battle.

William Fleming is becoming accustomed to deep postseason runs, having reached back-to-back region finals.

The William Fleming grad was among the best wide receivers in 2025.

The 3-seed William Fleming hosted Douglas Freeman. Leftwich was hoping his team would perform tonight, and they did not disappoint.

Big rumble in Star City as Franklin County played at William Fleming.

William Fleming remains the only unbeaten team in district play. A win tonight could secure the district title for Fleming, who jumped out to an early lead and never looked back.

North Roanoke County saw an intense football matchup as William Fleming took on Northside, two Blue Ridge District rivals.

Steelman found the end zone four times and rushed for more than 300 yards on just 21 carries, an average of 15 yards per attempt.

William Fleming hosted William Byrd on the cliff in a high-energy matchup.

William Fleming traveled to Staunton River Friday night for a Blue Ridge District showdown. The Golden Eagles defeated the Colonels by one point in last year’s contest to earn a trip to the postseason and Fleming was looking for revenge.

The William Fleming Colonels, fresh off a bye week, hosted the G.W. Danville Eagles in a renewed rivalry in Star City’s old Western Valley district.

William Fleming and Patrick Henry renew their rivalry in a highly anticipated matchup, both teams ranked in the top five of the latest 10 Strong poll.

William Fleming defeated Salem 34-13 in a River Ridge versus Blue Ridge football matchup at Salem High School.

Discipline and accountability could carry the Colonels far in 2025.

Coaches from Salem, William Fleming and North Cross were on hand.

William Byrd and Christiansburg high schools had over a dozen seniors make their commitments official.

“I’m truly proud of my girls, the effort they came out with,” Fleming head coach Richard Wilson said.

William Fleming girls seeking first-ever Class 5 basketball title

Jasmine Houston hit the game-winning shot to send the Colonels to the state championship game.

The Salem girls also earned a Region 4D title.

WATCH: William Fleming and Salem girls advance to respective state tournaments

The Colonels had three more football players make commitments to play at the next level.

Patrick Henry, William Fleming boys fall short

The talented running back ended his career as the all-time leading rusher in program history.

Patrick Henry was dialed in from start to finish Thursday night, turning defense into offense early.

Senior guard Deasia Priest reached 1,000 career points, becoming the second Colonel to do so this season.

Junior Amari Worsham eclipsed 1,000 career points Thursday night in the 79-20 home win.

Fleming's Coleman earns first-team offense honors, Patriots Derey named to second-team offense

The Colonels built a seven point lead in the third quarter and hit timely free throws down the stretch.

The dynamic William Fleming running back was celebrated before he leaves for Syracuse University.

In the middle school game, Lucy Addison defeated Breckinridge 45-30 to remain undefeated this season.

The Colonels and Patriots played a back-and-forth first half Tuesday night.

Colonels outscored the Patriots 22-7 after falling behind 5-0 in the opening quarter.

Colonels fall to L.C. Bird 10-7

The William Fleming Colonels have a new head coach at the reigns after replacing longtime head coach Mickey Hardy.

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"The behaviors and the mentality I had, I had to get rid of. I had to change my thinking."

The Colonels are coming off a Region Final appearance in 2023, its second in a three year span.

“We were blessed to be in a position to help these young men.”

Troy Daniels' Dream Big basketball camp returns to his alma mater for another year

Four athletic programs were represented in this Spring signing class.

Unified sports bring joy, confidence to Lord Botetourt's track Monday

Roanoke Catholic girls, Pulaski boys take home team title in 2024 Cosmopolitan Track Meet

The Patriots earned goals from Christian Kasinga and Sam Dowdy.

Colonels move to 4-0 in Blue Ridge District play.

Vikings erase an 11 point second half deficit for the 78-64 victory.

The junior running back to a big step forward in his development, rushing for over 1,700 yards in 2023.

The two-day event wrapped up Saturday with 7 games played at Salem High School.

Worsham led the Colonels with 18 points, Caron scored 12 for Cavaliers.

William Fleming head coach Mickey Hardey awarded for 350th career win

The Colonels and the Vikings renewed their Blue Ridge District rivalry.

William Fleming's Malachi Coleman and Patrick Henry's Bodie Kahoun both earned the VHSL's 1st team honors this season.

"It's been amazing to watch it grown and see the plan being put on paper, action being put in, see the work being put in, grind being done," said brand ambassador Ryann Hubbard.

Colonels defeat Patriots 74-60.

The Colonels built a double-digit lead in the second quarter but had to mount a comeback in the closing minutes.

The Colonels back was the workhorse in a 23-16 upset of top Region seed Patrick Henry.

"We're just ready to let our pads do the the work," said Colonels senior Kyah Jordan.

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Troy Daniels holds 5th annual "Dream Big" basketball camp

Raiders had 8 additional student-athletes make commitments on Tuesday.

Jamar Lovelace returns to E.C. Glass after five seasons in Roanoke as head coach at William Fleming.

Amari Worsham led the Colonels with 21 points, including the game winner as time expired.

The Blue Ridge District Tournament commenced Wednesday evening.

The Colonels and Patriots split the regular season series, with each team winning on its home floor.

The Patriots two losses on the year have now come at the hands of the Colonels.

Devin Johnson moves from wide receiver to quarterback for his senior season.

William Fleming star athlete Micah Jones signed on Friday to run at the next level at George Mason.

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

In the Region 1C quarterfinals, Auburn girls defeated Covington 65-34.

Lewis was an offensive juggernaut in winning the Week 5 honors.

Northside’s Ayrion Journiette was honored pregame with the game ball from his 1,000th point against William Byrd on Tuesday. The Vikings downed Franklin County 86-38.

The Colonels led 30-25 at halftime before gaining separation in the second half.

William Fleming held off rival Patrick Henry in front of a sold out gym on Ferncliff by a 56-44 count. The Colonels led 29-27 at the half.

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

The Franklin County Eagles trailed by 15 points at halftime.

Friday marked the first time this season that Lord Botetourt has won consecutive games.

It was a great game that someone sadly had to walk away the loser.

Colonels quarterback Dashawn Lewis is Week 5 POW.

The William Fleming Colonels certainly bounced back from last week’s loss against Patrick Henry.

Patrick Henry beats William Fleming 32-28 for the Nel C. Taylor Cup.

Trailing 23-7 at halftime, the William Fleming Colonels did everything except give up on Friday night.

A slew of former 1st and 10 area stars have found their way onto VMI's fall football roster.

There wasn’t much of an off-season for William Fleming who fell to Stonebridge in the Class 5 state semi-finals then the following Monday they were back in the weight room preparing to show what they’ve got this fall.

William Fleming coach Jamar Lovelace and quarterback Dashawn Lewis both earned 1st and 10 honors. Lewis was the Week 6 Player of the Week. Lovelace wins Coach of the year honors.

William Fleming fell to Stone Bridge 46-13 on Saturday in the Class 5 State semifinal game. The Colonels finished their season 6-3 overall.

William Fleming has reached the VHSL State Tournament for the first time since 2003.

William Fleming is one step closer to a state title.

The Colonels quarterback had a monster game in locking down a playoff berth for William Fleming.

William Fleming won big Friday night and will now host next week’s Region 5D Final.

William Fleming focused on physicality as it faced off against Franklin County Friday night.

ROANOKE, Va. – Coming into the night fifth in Region 5D standings with only four teams qualifying this season, William Fleming needed a win. With a decisive 42-0 victory and a loss by Harrisonburg, it’s likely the two teams will flip flop. Fleming certainly won’t be able to coast into the postseason as the Colonels wrap the regular season campaign against Franklin County.

Copyright 2021 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved. ROANOKE, Va. – The William Fleming Colonels blanks Spotswood Trail Blazers in Friday night’s game, 34-0. If you need help with the Public File, call 540-512-1558.

SALEM, Va. – Glenvar got within a point of William Fleming, but the Colonels outlasted the Highlanders on Tuesday night. In the third quarter, Fleming only led 23-22; however, the Colonels would go on to score 9-straight and go home with a 32-22 victory.

Hunter Rice’s 7 TDs lead Lord Botetourt in win against William Fleming Rice had 5 rushing touchdowns, one receiving touchdown and even returned a blocked punt for a touchdownPublished: March 5, 2021, 11:51 pm

Over at Patrick Henry, the Region 5D finals were underway, Patriots facing the William Fleming Colonels. Patrick Henry the victor, winning 66-65, and claiming back-to-back region titles. Patrick Henry will face the winner of Potomac Falls versus Stonebridge in the first round of the State Championship. On the hardwood at Cave Spring, the girls taking on 5 seed Lord Botetourt. Boys Basketball Scores:Patrick Henry 66, William Fleming 65Northside 80, Lord Botetourt 74Abingdon 60, Cave Spring 46Girls Basketball Scores:Cave Spring 53, Lord Botetourt 57Carroll County 65, Northside 40Honaker 68, Rural Retreat 30Thomas Walker 69, Chilhowie 45

Eric is no stranger to the Roanoke Valley. He is a Roanoke native and proud graduate of William Fleming High School.