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Leisure-White Shines, Alleghany Races Past Young Spartans, 42-6
COVINGTON- Playing in the Battle-of-the-Border for the fourth consecutive year on Friday night and trying to hold on to the ABK trophy, the Alleghany Cougars established control early and never relinquished it, defeating the visiting Greenbrier East Spartans 42-6 at Casey Field inside Boodie Albert Stadium on first responders’ night to honor the victims of the tragedy of September 11th.
25 Years Later: America Still Remembers September 11
Twenty-five years have passed, but for millions of Americans, September 11, 2001, remains one of those days that does not seem so far away. Those who lived through it remember where they were when they first heard the news–I was just leaving the “late” Jerry Bradley’s Intro to Business class as a high school senior. They remember watching televisions at home, at work, and in classrooms.
25 Years Later: America Still Remembers September 11
Twenty-five years have passed, but for millions of Americans, September 11, 2001, remains one of those days that does not seem so far away. Those who lived through it remember where they were when they first heard the news–I was just leaving the “late” Jerry Bradley’s Intro to Business class as a high school senior. They remember watching televisions at home, at work, and in classrooms.
Alleghany Softball Goes on Road for Win at Greenbrier East
FAIRLEA- Senior night was held for the Greenbrier East (WV) Lady Spartans softball team on Tuesday evening, April 28 at Spartan Field in Fairlea prior to their matchup with the Alleghany Lady Cougars. Greenbrier East first recognized four Alleghany seniors–Kaylee Nicely, Peyton Broughman, Addyson Neff, and Emma Skidmore– then honored their only two this year in Haylee Heaster and Norah Ambler.
Raye’s Auction House and Thrift Will Offer Something New in Greenbrier Co.
CALDWELL W.Va. (VR) – A new business is making its way to Greenbrier County soon. Bobby Ray has owned Raye’s Auction House and Thrift for the last three years, and he has been operating out of Charleston. He has also owned a video game store called Mario’s Retro Video Game Store for over 15 years and provides online auctions through their Facebook page and in person auctions at their physical location.
Cougars Keep Possession of ABK Trophy After Defeating Gbr East
FAIRLEA- On a night when the Greenbrier East (WV) Spartans would get the large crowd in the game, it seemed like the Alleghany Cougars, who also brought a big fanbase on the road, would find a way to take them right back out of it. In the third edition of the Battle-of-the-Border and for the rights to hoist the ABK trophy, it was the Cougars who escaped Fairlea with a 36-26 victory and a nice ride back across the Virginia state line.
Football Preview: Alleghany at Greenbrier East
WHO: Alleghany (1-0) at Greenbrier East (2-0) WHEN: Friday, Sept. 12 at 7:30 PM WHERE: Spartan Stadium in Fairlea, WV LAST WEEK: GE defeated Woodrow Wilson 28-14–AHS defeated Brookeville 27-26 The Alleghany Cougars will roar into Greenbrier County this Friday to play in the annual Battle-of-the-Border football game against the Greenbrier East Spartans.
Local Barber’s Customer a Former Super Bowl Champ
LEWISBURG, W.Va. (VR) – Late last week, Flanagan’s Barber Shop owner Troy White received a customer visit from Johnny Davis. Davis played for the San Francisco 49ers and was a member of their 1981 Super Bowl Winning squad. Davis and his wife own a home at Glade Springs and were in town staying at the Greenbrier.
Please Vote for the 2025 Virginian Review Alleghany Cougar Athletes of the Year
Please Vote for the 2025 Virginian Review Alleghany Cougar Athletes of the Year The 2025 Alleghany Athletes of the Year Awards Proudly Sponsored by Published on May 15, 2025 and Last Updated on May 15, 2025 by Brandon Baker
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WHITE SULPHUR SPGS- The Greenbrier hosted some big-time basketball this weekend with the Greenbrier Tipoff’s Mountain Division. Pitt and LSU met first on Friday afternoon with former WVU coach Bob Huggins in the audience watching. After several alley oops, some clutch shots, and timely defense, the Panthers got a 74-63 victory and remained undefeated. Jaland Lowe led Pitt with 22 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists and Ishmael Leggett added 21 points for Pitt.
Please Vote for the Alleghany/Bath Co. 'Football Friday' Player of the Week, Week 10
Please vote for the Virginian Review Alleghany and Bath County ‘Football Friday’ Players of the Week for week 10. Three players from each school are nominated and combined together in one poll. We will take the top vote getters and announce the winners from each school on Monday nights (time may vary week-to-week). Again, there will be a winner from each school. Voting closes Monday, November 4, 2024, at 7:00 PM.
Please Vote for the Alleghany/Bath Co. 'Football Friday' Player of the Week, Week 9
Please vote for the Virginian Review Alleghany and Bath County ‘Football Friday’ Players of the Week for week 8. Three players from each school are nominated and combined together in one poll. We will take the top vote getters and announce the winners from each school on Monday nights (time may vary week-to-week). Again, there will be a winner from each school. Voting closes Monday, October 28, 2024, at 9:00 PM.
Please Vote for the Alleghany/Bath Co. 'Football Friday' Player of the Week, Week 8
Please vote for the Virginian Review Alleghany and Bath County ‘Football Friday’ Players of the Week for week 8. Three players from each school are nominated and combined together in one poll. We will take the top vote getters and announce the winners from each school on Monday nights (time may vary week-to-week). Again, there will be a winner from each school. Voting closes Monday, October 21, 2024, at 9:00 PM.
JV Cougars Fall 22-20 to Carroll County
COVINGTON- The JV squads from Alleghany and Carroll County entertained fans on Thursday, Oct. 10 and provided a nice appetizer before the varsity contest the night after. Unfortunately for the Cougars, they suffered a close, but hard-fought 22-20 loss to the Cavaliers. Even though Alleghany did not pull off the victory, the story of the night was their star running back, Buddy Leisure-White.
Please Vote for the Alleghany/Bath Co. 'Football Friday' Player of the Week, Week 7
Please vote for the Virginian Review Alleghany and Bath County ‘Football Friday’ Players of the Week for week 7. Three players from each school are nominated and combined together in one poll. We will take the top vote getters and announce the winners from each school on Monday nights (time may vary week-to-week). Again, there will be a winner from each school. Voting closes Monday, October 14, 2024, at 9:00 PM.
Vote Now for the Virginian Review Alleghany 'Football Friday' Player of the Week- WEEK 5
Please vote for the Virginian Review Alleghany ‘Football Friday’ Player of the Week for week 5. Three players from just Alleghany are nominated as Bath County’s game was cancelled due to the severe storms. We will take the top vote getter and announce the winner on Monday night (time may vary week-to-week). Voting closes Monday, Sept. 30, 2024, at 9:00 PM.
Alleghany Leaves No Doubt in Blowout Victory over Greenbrier East
COVINGTON- With homecoming festivities the talk of the town, the Alleghany Cougars wasted little time in showing the community who was in charge of the “Battle of the Border” on Friday night, September 20 at Boodie Albert stadium against the Greenbrier East Spartans. Alleghany used a balanced offense, a swarming defense and a rowdy home crowd to roll to an easy 42-7 victory in a game that saw the game clock run continuously the entire second half.
Vote Now for the Virginian Review Alleghany & Bath Co. 'Football Friday' Players of the Week- WEEK 3
Please vote for the Virginian Review Alleghany and Bath County ‘Football Friday’ Players of the Week for week 3. Three players from each school are nominated and combined together in one poll. We will take the top vote getters and announce the winners from each school on Monday nights (time may vary week-to-week). Again, there will be a winner from each school. Voting closes Monday, Sept. 16, 2024, at 9:00 PM.
Vote Now for the Virginian Review Alleghany & Bath Co. 'Football Friday' Players of the Week- WEEK 2
Please vote for the Virginian Review Alleghany and Bath County ‘Football Friday’ Players of the Week for week 2. Three players from each school are nominated and combined together in one poll. We will take the top vote getters and announce the winners from each school on Monday nights (time may vary week-to-week). Again, there will be a winner from each school. Voting closes Monday, Sept. 9, 2024 at 9:00 PM.
Vote Now for the Virginian Review Alleghany & Bath Co. 'Football Friday' Players of the Week- WEEK 1
Please vote for the Virginian Review Alleghany and Bath County ‘Football Friday’ Players of the Week for week 1. Three players from each school are nominated and combined together in one poll. We will take the top vote getters and announce the winners from each school on Monday nights (time may vary week-to-week). Again, there will be a winner from each school. Voting closes Monday, Sept. 2, 2024 at 9:00 PM.
Alleghany Golf Goes Down to Greenbrier East
COVINGTON- The Greenbrier East Spartans golf team traveled to the Cliffview Golf Course in Covington on Tuesday and came away victorious over the Alleghany (VA) Cougars. The Spartans finished with a team score of 160, 10 strokes better than the Cougars 170. For East, Issac Hutchison yet again led the way with a score of 38. Hutchison is beginning to set the tone as a low round medalist for the Spartans and is off to a fantastic start to 2024.
Alleghany Scrimmage Opens up 2024 Live Action at Northside
NORTHSIDE- The Alleghany Cougars opened up scrimmage play this past Friday evening at Northside, and despite some reports of the action not ending the way football should, coach Will Fields stayed focused on the play on the field and the status of his team when speaking about the Cougars time on the road at Northside. Alleghany scored two touchdowns on the night and held Northside to just one.
Lowman Ranked Top Junior Runner in Virginia
LOW MOOR- Alleghany Cougar star runner Kiera Lowman was recently named the number 1 junior runner in the entire state of Virginia regardless of class, private or public schools. Lowman has developed an unbelievable reputation as she to put it lightly, dominates the competition in every meet she participates in. A multi-year state champ, Lowman is gearing up for her 2024 campaign which kicks off on August 21 where she will look to add more hardware to her trophy cabinet.
Covington's Jorge Garcia Received Eric Workman Award
COVINGTON- As the Covington Lumberjacks coverage begins to wrap up for 2024, a couple of weeks ago, Jacks’ standout Jorge Garcia was presented with the 2024 Eric Workman Award at Casey Field this past week. Workman played baseball for the Lumberjacks and was an outfielder in 2007. He went on to become a West Virginia State Trooper and tragically was killed in the line of duty in 2012.
North All-Stars demolish South in Valley ASG
PURCELLVILLE – The 2024 Valley Baseball League All-Star game was dominated by the North All-Star team as they crushed the South All-Stars 20-2 last Sunday night in Purcellville at Fireman’s Field home to the Cannons. After two scoreless innings, the North busted the game open in the bottom of the third innings with a seven-run output, which was all started by Kyle Edwards (Strasburg) with a leadoff solo home run. Jaylen Hernandez (Winchester) provided a pair of RBIs on a two-run double.
Auburn ends Bath County's 2-game win streak
HOT SPRINGS – A third straight win was not in the books last Monday when Auburn came to town and picked up a 7-2 victory over Bath County in a non-district varsity boys soccer contest in Hot Springs. Six different Eagles players scored goals as the team rolled past the Chargers for a second time this season. AHS had previously defeated BCHS 4-2 in Riner back on March 25th. Sophomore Jared Bradley led the way for Auburn with a 2-goal performance. Bath County had opportunities at the nets.
Cast your vote for the Virginian Review Alleghany & Bath Co. Diamond Players of the Week (April 29-May 4)
Please vote for the Virginian Review Alleghany and Bath County Diamond Players of the Week for the week of April 29-May 4. Two boys and two girls from the area’s 4 teams (Alleghany baseball, Alleghany softball, Bath Co. baseball, and Bath Co. softball) are nominated and combined together in one poll. We will take the top vote getters and announce the winners from each school on Monday nights (time may vary week-to-week). Again, there will be a winner from each school.
Cast your vote for the Virginian Review Alleghany & Bath Co. Diamond Players of the Week (April 22-27)
Please vote for the Virginian Review Alleghany and Bath County Diamond Players of the Week for the week of April 22-27. Two boys and two girls from the area’s 4 teams (Alleghany baseball, Alleghany softball, Bath Co. baseball, and Bath Co. softball) are nominated and combined together in one poll. We will take the top vote getters and announce the winners from each school on Monday nights (time may vary week-to-week). Again, there will be a winner from each school.
Guardian Angel: Tyler Jackson Shines on the Mound After Grandfather's Passing
LOW MOOR- For Alleghany baseball player Tyler Jackson, baseball has been around since he started playing the game at four years old. Jackson has many friends and family that watch him play every night and there was one fan who would never miss a game: Robert Allen McCoy, Sr.–Jackson’s grandfather. Robert was a fixture at his grandson’s sporting events his whole life until May of 2023 when he was diagnosed with cancer.
Please Vote for the 2024 Virginian Review Athletes of the Year
Please vote for one athlete for each school and their respective sport. Voting ends May 10, 2024. Winners will be announced May 14, 2024. Awards will be presented, and photos taken at the Masonic Theatre in Clifton Forge from 6-8 PM, Tuesday, May 14th. Guest Speakers for the night are: Delthea Quarles John Reed Ty Dobbs Kim Jefferson Archie Lemon Will Fields Kris Phillips Parents, families, and friends are invited to attend the awards ceremony. We hope to see you there.
Cast your vote for the Virginian Review Alleghany & Bath Co. Diamond Players of the Week (April 15-20)
Please vote for the Virginian Review Alleghany and Bath County Diamond Players of the Week for the week of April 15-20. Two boys and two girls from the area’s 4 teams (Alleghany baseball, Alleghany softball, Bath Co. baseball, and Bath Co. softball) are nominated and combined together in one poll. We will take the top vote getters and announce the winners from each school on Monday nights (time may vary week-to-week). Again, there will be a winner from each school.
Cast your vote for the Virginian Review Alleghany & Bath Co. Diamond Players of the Week (April 8-13)
Please vote for the Virginian Review Alleghany and Bath County Diamond Players of the Week for the week of April 8-13. Two boys and two girls from the area’s 4 teams (Alleghany baseball, Alleghany softball, Bath Co. baseball, and Bath Co. softball) are nominated and combined together in one poll. We will take the top vote getters and announce the winners from each school on Monday nights (time may vary week-to-week). Again, there will be a winner from each school.
Alleghany Falls to Patrick County
LOW MOOR- The Alleghany Cougars baseball team trailed just 3-2 heading into the top of the fifth inning in their game with the Patrick County Cougars on Tuesday, April 9. However, a 4-run fifth for Patrick County extended their lead to 7-2 and the opponent Cougars held off a comeback attempt from Alleghany as the home team lost 7-4. Alleghany was plagued by four errors on the evening. Anthony Webb (2-3, RBI) and Eli Weese (2-4, run, RBI) led Alleghany with two hits each.
Comeback Attempt Falls Just Short for Lady Cougars
LOW MOOR- The Alleghany Lady Cougars played an exciting softball game on Tuesday, April 9 against the Patrick County Lady Cougars. Unfortunately, Alleghany suffered a close 6-5 loss as their comeback attempt was halted a little too early. Journey Moore blasted a grand slam homer in the top of the fourth inning as Patrick County took a commanding 6-1 lead. Kelsey Nicely answered with an RBI double in the bottom half of the sixth frame that cut the Patrick Co. lead to 6-2.
Cast your vote for the Virginian Review Alleghany & Bath Co. Diamond Players of the Week (April 1-6)
Please vote for the Virginian Review Alleghany and Bath County Diamond Players of the Week for the week of April 1-6. Two boys and two girls from the area’s 4 teams (Alleghany baseball, Alleghany softball, Bath Co. baseball, and Bath Co. softball) are nominated and combined together in one poll. We will take the top vote getters and announce the winners from each school on Monday nights (time may vary week-to-week). Again, there will be a winner from each school.
Cast your vote for the Virginian Review Alleghany & Bath Co. Diamond Players of the Week (Mar. 25-30)
Please vote for the Virginian Review Alleghany and Bath County Diamond Players of the Week for the week of March 25-30. Two boys and two girls from the area’s 4 teams (Alleghany baseball, Alleghany softball, Bath Co. baseball, and Bath Co. softball) are nominated and combined together in one poll. We will take the top vote getters and announce the winners from each school on Monday nights (time may vary week-to-week). Again, there will be a winner from each school.
Chris Harden’s Big Day Lifts Alleghany over Rockbridge County
LOW MOOR- Chris Harden drove in four runs on three hits to lead the Alleghany Cougars past the Rockbridge County Wildcats 15-1 on Monday, March 18 in a mercy ruled, 5-inning contest. It was the first ever home game since the consolidation of Covington and Alleghany. Harden laced a 2-run single in the second inning and singled in the third that drove in another and had another RBI single in the fourth frame.
Arkansas Basketball Team Eyes Back-to-Back SEC Wins and Rematch Victory Against Missouri
Arkansas Basketball Razorback News With its back against the wall and down three players due to injury, the Arkansas basketball team put together one of its best performances of the season on the back of another career high from senior forward Makhi Mitchell. The Razorbacks beat Texas A&M 78-71 on the road Tuesday night to sweep the season series over the Aggies.
Cast your vote for the Virginian Review Bath Co. Basketball Player of the Week (Feb. 5-10)
Please vote for the Virginian Review Bath County Basketball Player of the Week for the week of Feb. 5-10. Two boys and two girls are listed together. We will take the top boy and girl vote getter and announce the winners on Monday nights (time may vary week-to-week). Voting closes Monday, Feb. 12, 2024, at 6:00 PM.
Cast your vote for the Virginian Review Alleghany Basketball Player of the Week (Feb. 5-10)
Please vote for the Virginian Review Alleghany Basketball Player of the Week for the week of Feb. 5-10. Two boys and two girls are listed together. We will take the top boy and girl vote getter and announce the winners on Monday nights (time may vary week-to-week). Voting closes Monday, Feb. 12 2024 at 6:00 PM.
Cast your vote for the Virginian Review Bath Co. Basketball Player of the Week (Jan. 29-Feb. 3)
Please vote for the Virginian Review Bath County Basketball Player of the Week for the week of Jan. 29-Feb. 3. Two boys and two girls are listed together. We will take the top boy and girl vote getter and announce the winners on Monday nights (time may vary week-to-week). Voting closes Monday, Feb. 5, 2024, at 6:00 PM. Nominees: Andrew Turner- 19.3 ppg in 4 games Zoey Jenkins- 9.3 ppg in 3 games this week Luke Turner- Scored 13.3 ppg for the week Ryleigh Phillips- 7 ppg in three games this week
Cast your vote for the Virginian Review Alleghany Basketball Player of the Week (Jan. 22-27)
Please vote for the Virginian Review Alleghany Basketball Player of the Week for the week of Jan. 22-27. Two boys and two girls are listed together. We will take the top boy and girl vote getter and announce the winners on Monday nights (time may vary week-to-week). Voting closes Monday, January 29, 2024 at 6:00 PM.
Cast your vote for the Virginian Review Bath Co. Basketball Player of the Week (Jan. 22-27)
Please vote for the Virginian Review Bath County Basketball Player of the Week for the week of Jan. 22-27. Two boys and two girls are listed together. We will take the top boy and girl vote getter and announce the winners on Monday nights (time may vary week-to-week). Voting closes Monday, January 29, 2024 at 6:00 PM. Nominees: Andrew Turner- 12 ppg over a 3 game week Trinity Forbes- 14.5 ppg for the week Issac Ingram- averaged 11.3 ppg in 3 games Ryleigh Phillips- scored 8 ppg in 2 games
Cast your vote for the Virginian Review Bath Co. Basketball Player of the Week (Jan. 8-13)
Please vote for the Virginian Review Bath County Basketball Player of the Week for the week of Jan. 8-13. Two boys and two girls are listed together. We will take the top boy and girl vote getter and announce the winners on Monday nights (time may vary week-to-week). Voting closes Monday, January 15, 2024 at 6:00 PM. Nominees: Wyatt Campbell- 25 pts, 9 reb in 62-59 win over Riverheads Trinity Forbes- 23 pts vs Riverheads JV Luke Turner- 11 pts, 14 rebounds vs. Riverheads Macey Paxton- 4 pts vs.
Cast your vote for the Virginian Review Alleghany Basketball Player of the Week (Jan. 8-13)
Please vote for the Virginian Review Alleghany Basketball Player of the Week for the week of Jan. 8-13. Two boys and two girls are listed together. We will take the top boy and girl vote getter and announce the winners on Monday nights (time may vary week-to-week). Voting closes Monday, January 15, 2024 at 6:00 PM.
Cast your vote for the Virginian Review Alleghany Cougars Football Player of the Week Nov 3 Game against Floyd County.
Cast your vote for the Virginian Review Player of the Week Award for November 3 game against Floyd County. Final score: Alleghany: 61 The Buffaloes: 18. Voting closes Tues November 7, 2023 at 11:30 p.m. Candidates: Des Jordan: 5/6, 165 passing yards, 4 passing TDs, 2 rushing TDs, 3 rushes for 75 yards Hunter Depriest: 1 rush for 10 yards, 1 reception for a 45-yd. TD, 4 tackles Andrew Cole: 7 tackles, 1 TFL
Cast your vote for the Virginian Review Alleghany Cougars Football Player of the Week Oct 27 Game against James River.
Cast your vote for the Virginian Review Player of the Week Award for October 27 game against James River. Final score: Alleghany: 57 James River.: 0. Voting closes Tues October 31, 2023 at 11:30 p.m. Candidates: Gavin Via- 3 rushes, 37 yds, TD– tackle, fumble ret for TD, and 2 TFLs Neeko Jeter- 5 rushes, 32 yds, TD– 1 rec, 22 yds– tackle, 0.5 sacks Caleb Walden- 2 tackles, 2 TFLs, sack, assisted on multiple stops
Cast your vote for the Virginian Review Bath County Football Player of the Week Oct 27 Game against the Fighting Blues
Cast your vote for the Virginian Review Bath County Football Player of the Week Award for the October 27 game against Parry McCluer. Final score: Bath County: 55 The Fighting Blues: 0. Voting closes on Tues October 31, 2023 at 11:30 p.m.
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