Tristen Packer looks the part of a Division I college prospect by Tamara Brown, recruit757 When defense comes to mind in the 757 area, Lafayette is one high school that is at the head of the conversation as they serve as a threat to not only the Bay Rivers District but to all competitors in…
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Keyshawn Chisholm predicted that he would have a big camp at UR, and he was right by Brandon Mitchell, recruit757 Tentative depth charts show Keyshawn Chisholm will be the starter at running back come August 26 when the Patriots take on Washington High School. It’s been a long summer for Chisholm (JR RB 5-10 160)…
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Nansemond-Suffolk Academy lands a player at Division I with Keshaun Moore’s verbal to the Dukes by Andy Hilton, recruit757 The Class of 2016 was memorable at Nansemond-Suffolk Academy. Not only did that group of seniors win the state championship for retiring coach Lew Johnston, but quite a few players from that squad are moving on…
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Lake Taylor DT Darnell Ewell becomes the first local football athlete in years to commit to Notre Dame. How did he decide? by Jamaar Hawkins, recruit757 Dressed in a navy blue shirt, slacks and matching navy blue shoes, Lake Taylor defensive tackle Darnell Ewell stood up to address the intimate crowd inside the Titans’ home…
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Tayshaun Porter comes into his junior season with big plans by Brandon Mitchell, recruit757 Last season the Raiders were only able to muster two wins. Clearly that was an unacceptable accomplishment for Coach Corey Hairston and Warwick High School so he went back to the drawing board. One of the many factors in the blueprint…
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Bishop Sullivan’s Gaddy twins, Brandon and Breyon have become almost legendary. They’re on the verge of making their college commitment. by Jamaar Hawkins, recruit757 Bishop Sullivan twins, Brandon and Breyon Gaddy, will announce their college choices on Friday, August 26 prior to the Crusaders first regular season contest. The 2017 recruits have narrowed their list…
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by Jamaar Hawkins, recruit757 Since taking over as Mayor earlier this month, Kenny Alexander has introduced activities across the city of Norfolk to stabilize an area that has been rocked by violence, specifically from the teenage population in recent weeks. Last week, Alexander introduced an initiative that would open a pair of recreation centers in…
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Khalik Perry is peaking at just the right time by Brandon Mitchell, recruit757 Khalik Perry is a playmaker. There’s no other adjective that could better personify what or who he is on the football field. Scott Stadium is probably still ringing from the 42-yard touchdown pass Perry caught from Shon Mitchell in the 6A State…
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Austin Wood gets his first scholarship offer by Andy Hilton, recruit757 Austin Wood took the time to take Old Dominion up on an invitation on Saturday. His visit to the ODU campus paid off with a scholarship offer from the Monarchs. “I visited campus today,” said Wood. “(Assistant) Coach Kermit Buggs really likes me as…
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The youth movement at Bishop Sullivan is getting college recruiting attention by Andy Hilton, recruit757 Defensive back Valerian “V.J.” Johnson got a head start at Atlantic Shores Christian School. As an eighth grader at Shores, V.J. was a VISAA All-State Selection and a recruit757 All-Freshman/Sophomore team pick in 2015. Now at Bishop Sullivan and heading…
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