by Jamaar Hawkins, recruit757 When Maury point guard Chanette Hicks decided to make her college decision last year, the choice was easy. “I always knew I wanted to play for Virginia Tech. Once Coach Woods got there, it just felt like home,” said the senior guard rated the 53rd best player in the class of…
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by Andy Hilton, recruit757 Assistant Coach Byron Thweatt had made a career out of coaching the Richmond Spiders. He’s now switching zip codes and will take the reins at Virginia State. VSU Athletic Director Peggy Davis announced the hire on Thursday morning, continuing the bloodline of Richmond coaches taking a gig at Virginia State.…
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by Andy Hilton, recruit757 Two times in two days, the University of Oregon has reached out to Western Branch. Assistant Coach Jarome Bell reports offers as a preferred walk-on for Class of 2015 defensive end Josh Culberson (SR DE 6-5 265) and Class of 2016 linebacker Arman Jones (JR LB 6-3 215). They’re looking for…
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by Andy Hilton, recruit757 There’s a whole lot of talent here, including players from the Ocean Lakes Dolphins, undefeated Group 6A State Champions in 2014. In addition to the Dolphins, you’ll see lots of Oscar Smith, Cox, Woodside, Kecoughtan and more in the mix. Here are your All-6A South Teams: Coach of the Year:…
Detailsby James McCombs, recruit757 Coach Clint Wright’s attitude keeps his team relevant. No matter how you feel about Lakeland, the Cavalier way has allowed him to keep his team focused, resulting in a defeat of Deep Creek Tuesday night, 52-46. Coach Wright’s approach is to ensure every one of his players is eligible in academics.…
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by Jamaar Hawkins, recruit757 After the loss of defensive standout Trevon Hill, Salem’s Army Motu’apuaka knew by looking in the eyes of his teammates that he had to take the reins of the defense. “With Trevon out, I knew my role for this team would change drastically, said the senior nose tackle. “The team needed…
Detailsby John Harvey, recruit757 YORK – Doug Baggett has been the face of Tabb High’s boys basketball program since 1984. During his 30 year tenure with the Tigers, the veteran coach has guided his teams to numerous Bay Rivers and York River District tournaments and nine state appearances. Baggett added another milestone to his resume…
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by Ralph D. Russo, AP Sports The College Football Playoff will help pay for the parents and guardians of Ohio State and Oregon football players to travel to the national championship game in North Texas on Monday. The NCAA granted a waiver Tuesday that allows the College Football Playoff to provide a reimbursement of up…
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by Steve Megaree, AP Sports The new playoff era is drawing lots of college football fans to bowl game broadcasts. But it isn’t necessarily bringing more fans into stadium seats. ESPN announced that the Rose Bowl and Sugar Bowl semifinals in the College Football Playoff drew the largest two audiences in cable television history, with…
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by John Harvey, recruit757 Rodney Redd has been named the fifth football coach at Jamestown High School. The decision was officially approved by the Williamsburg-James City School Board during Tuesday’s monthly board meeting. Redd brings a wealth of high school and college coaching experience to a program that won just eight games in three seasons…
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