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How Health Departments Can Promote a Healthy, Inclusive Democracy

Feb 02, 2024 |

| debeaumont.org

Research shows that a civically engaged community is a healthy community—one that withstands economic downturns, has lower unemployment rates, and enjoys greater social cohesion, among other benefits. Voting is one aspect of civic participation, with significant implications for health: People who vote are represented in policy decisions that influence population-level health outcomes.

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Norfolk Collegiate's Rashaad Williams has flourished with the Mighty Oaks but it hasn't always been easy

Jan 19, 2024 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

NORFOLK, Va. — Norfolk Collegiate head basketball coach Junior Burrough still remembers the first time he watched Rashaad Williams play. "First impression of Rashaad Williams? Well lets see," he began. "He first got here almost three years ago and in our first scrimmage as soon as he got the basketball you knew right away that there was something special about him. He's one of the fastest kids I've ever seen with the basketball." Williams' talent on the court was obvious.

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Athlete of the Week: Micah Ojo of Princess Anne High School

Jan 11, 2024 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — A quadruple-double is pretty rare to achieve in basketball, no matter what level. That's why seeing that Micah Ojo, a freshman on the Princess Anne basketball team, already has is pretty unbelievable. "The kid is going to be fantastic as the years come," Princess Anne head coach Darnell Dozier said of Ojo. Dozier enters his 30th season with the program guiding the Cavaliers to 13 state championships and 10 in the past 11 years.

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Head Coach Delisha Milton- Jones talks rebuilding success with ODU women's basketball

Dec 17, 2023 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

NORFOLK, Va. — Given the current state of college athletics in a post COVID world with NIL and the transfer portal, it's not easy to win. "I think people forget how hard it is to be great," said ODU head women's basketball coach Delisha Milton- Jones. Replicating success is even harder when there was such a high standard set before you.

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Gardening has plenty of health benefits

Jun 13, 2023 |

By Julia Haskins

| The Batesville Daily Guard

Gardening may be a fun and relaxing way to get in touch with nature, but did you know that it also has plenty of health benefits? Gardening is an activity that’s good for both the mind and body, and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Plus, you get to eat the delicious fruits, vegetables and herbs that you grow. So, grab your tools and get in the dirt! It only takes a little bit of gardening to work up a sweat.

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15 Communities to Advance Policies Supporting Racial Healing and Public Health

Apr 13, 2023 |

By Julia Haskins

| debeaumont.org

Fifteen cities and counties across the United States have been selected to participate in a Community of Practice and focused efforts to advance local-level policies supporting racial healing and public health.

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de Beaumont Foundation Releases Community Engagement Book

Jan 31, 2023 |

By Julia Haskins

| debeaumont.org

The de Beaumont Foundation today announced the release of Strategic Skills for Public Health Practice: Community Engagement. The book brings the concept of community engagement to life through first-person stories, real-world examples, and valuable insights from leaders across sectors.

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City On My Chest Peninsula All-Star Classic gave high schoolers another chance to showcase their talent amongst college recruiters Saturday afternoon

Dec 18, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

HAMPTON, Va. — Hampton Roads coaching great, Tommy Reamon, Sr. once put together the famed Southside vs Peninsula matchup with the 757 All-Star Classic that showcased area seniors. Now he and his son, Tommy, Jr. who's CEO of the clothing and online store City On My Chest of Newport News have expanded on that idea. 70 of the best high school players in the peninsula were on display Saturday afternoon for the City On My Chest All- Star Classic.

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Kecoughtan's Starling has kicked his way to new heights

Dec 13, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

HAMPTON, Va. — Anything involving your feet on the football field, leave to Brett Starling. At 6 ft. 6 in. with a cannon for a leg, many would describe Brett Starling as a gentle giant. “I like being called that because that way people don’t look at me and say that I’m mean and fierce and all that because sometimes people think I am and I’m not.” In fact, he’s the furthest thing from it.

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Phoebus claims Class 3 state title while Maury falls for second straight season

Dec 10, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

Phoebus concluded their season in expected Phantom fashion taking down Heritage of Lynchburg 48-7 at Liberty University Saturday afternoon for the Class 3 State Championship. The only loss to the program in 9 state championship appearances came to Heritage making today even more special. The Phantoms took the field without starting quarterback Nolan James who was injured in the semi- final game against Brentsville District. He arrived to the game today in a boot.

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Warwick's Delhomme one of big reasons why the Raiders have had a special season

Nov 29, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — Messiah Delhomme’s football journey didn’t start on the football field. As he recalls, he was persuaded to play when his dad struck up a conversation with a coach at a local barber shop. “There was one day when my dad took me to this barber shop and I met the coach there and we ended up talking to him and I went to go tryout,” he said.

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Phoebus defends region title, Bruins capture first region title since 2002

Nov 27, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

Three weeks after their notable 56-0 shutout over Oscar Smith, the Phoebus Phantoms have continued to prove why they are a force to be reckoned with. With an unbeaten record this season, they've remained humble and focused on their quest to a state title. They got one step closer to that feat on Saturday afternoon in a 42-16 victory over Lake Taylor at Darling Stadium in Hampton. It was a slower start than normal for the Phantoms.

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Stallions, Commodores, Raiders, and Bull Islanders claim region titles, advance to state semifinals

Nov 26, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

Tonight’s much anticipated Class 5 Region A matchup was a rematch of last year’s region championship when Green Run edged Kempsville just 21-17. The Chiefs failed to avenge that loss as Green Run handed them their only loss of the season in Week 1 27-14.

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Overton and the Warriors are hungry in more ways than one this season

Nov 22, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

SUFFOLK, Va. — Alkendric Overton probably sounds like your average high school. “I like to watch Anime, sleep, eat.” But if he had to rank those three things, eating would be number one. “I eat about 5 times a day,” he said. “I’m just always hungry.” A normal Saturday for Alkendric is as such. “I probably wake up at like 12, Mama cooks breakfast, bacon, breakfast potatoes. At 2 o’clock I’ll probably eat again, usually Cookout or Chik-fil-A.

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Former 13 Sports Director Scott Cash among 6 inducted into the Hampton Roads Sports Hall of Fame

Nov 21, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

HAMPTON, Va. — On Sunday night, 6 new members were inducted into the Hampton Roads Sports Hall of Fame, recognized for their lasting impact on the sports community here in the 757. Among the 6 were former WVEC 13 Sports Director Scott Cash, Mets third baseman David Wright, Norfolk State women's basketball legend Vivian Green, Hampton University President Dr. William Harvey, ODU's Carol Hudson and finally wrestling promoter Frank Lipoli.

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Titans and Phantoms to meet in region final, while the Raiders will tangle with the Bulldogs

Nov 19, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

The Lake Taylor Titans have built some momentum in the playoffs and hoped it would continue on Friday night between fellow 10-1 opponent, Lafayette. In the third quarter, Lafayette trailed 21-14 until Demarcus Lawrence would take it for 8 yards to cut it to 21-20. Lake Taylor responded with just under two minutes left in the game when Marquis Drew Rodgers took it up the middle to seal the deal as the Titans clinched the victory 27-20. They’ll take on Phoebus next week.

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Bruins topple Tigers, Stallions and Chiefs also advance to region finals

Nov 19, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

Oscar Smith, the reigning state champions, aren't used to losing, and they sure aren't used to losing twice in the same season. Western Branch pulled off the act on Friday night in the Class 6 Region A semifinals, 28-14. It’s the second time the teams have met this season as the Tigers narrowly escaped 2-0 earlier this season, but the Bruins sought revenge tonight and it was a long time coming.

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Athlete of the Week: Brooke Bettencourt's impact on the Bulldogs field hockey team began younger than most

Nov 15, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

NORFOLK, Va. — There is no shortage of field hockey talent in the Tidewater area. According to Max Field Hockey, Norfolk Academy is ranked 6th nationally and Cox sits at 11th. After falling to the Falcons 3-0 last year, the Bulldogs wanted redemption. Just a few weeks ago Norfolk Academy mercy ruled Cox 7-1 and midfielder Brooke Bettencourt was a big reason why.

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Monarchs topple Wolverines

Nov 11, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

In Class 5, Region B, No. 4 Woodside faced No. 5 Menchville. The Monarchs got things going first in the second quarter when Taveon Patterson found his way in from the 1- yard line for the 7-0 advantage. Then with just over two minutes left in the half Woodside, gets the equalizer thanks to Rijon Hammond to tie it at 7. With 19 seconds left in the half, K’Sann Farrar finds Amir Harrison from 21 yards, as Woodside led by 7 at the break.

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Sundevils, Stallions, Titans and Falcons advance in region quarterfinals

Nov 11, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

Sports Several Southside schools were in action Thursday night as single elimination play began. Author: Julia Haskins Published: 12:26 AM EST November 11, 2022 Updated: 12:26 AM EST November 11, 2022 The time has finally come. It’s the first week of playoffs for area high schools bringing a whole new level of thrill to the gridiron. A loss at this point marks the end of the season for any of these teams.

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Landstown's Putman soars in more ways than cross country for the Eagles

Nov 08, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Cameron Putman was a naturally gifted athlete from the beginning. With a father who played football, Cameron inherited some of his speed. His freshman year, he ran a mile in under 5 minutes, something his coach says was just natural. “Out of nowhere, out of pure talent he ran a low 4:40 mile which is very good for a freshman,” said Head Coach Scott Baloy. “We saw that, and we were very excited.

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Rod Taylor steps down as Head Coach of Admirals, Jeff Carr named his replacement

Nov 07, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

NORFOLK, Va. — After a 1-7 start to the 2022 season, former player and head coach Rod Taylor resigned on Monday afternoon in his third ECHL season. The Admirals have named assistant coach Jeff Carr as head coach effective immediately. “Rod has poured his heart and soul into Admirals Hockey for decades both as a player and head coach,” Admirals Owner Patrick Cavanagh said in a statement released Monday. “The organization appreciates his work and dedication more than words can say.

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NSU basketball stays mentally focused with 12 players returning from last years roster

Nov 07, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

NORFOLK, Va. — College basketball season is just about underway and one team we can expect a dominant season out of are the Norfolk State Spartans. They're coming off one of their best seasons in program history finishing 24-7, while also claiming their second consecutive MEAC championship. Head Coach Robert Jones is entering his tenth season leading the Spartans who return with quite an experienced roster.

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Warriors topple Wolverines

Nov 05, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

On the Peninsula Friday night, Woodside took a trip to Hampton to face Kecoughtan. The Wolverines were trailing and finally responded in the third quarter when Tayvon Tyler ran it himself for six to put it at 28-16. For the Warriors, they kept it rolling all game long and Kyree Corbett closed out the night with a 98- yard touchdown run to put it away for a final of 49-35. Kamron Jackson rushed for 190 yards and with five touchdowns to secure Kecoughtan as No. 2 seed in Class 5 Region B.

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Friday Night Huddle Recap Week 11: Regular season finale

Nov 05, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

The Week 11 Game of the Week consisted of a showdown between arch- rivals Warhill and Lafayette with the Bay Rivers District title up for grabs. It was a packed stadium Friday Night at Wanner Stadium for the highly anticipated matchup as the Lafayette Rams sought revenge after a 14-7 deficit last year. On Friday, Jaylen Pretlow carried the Rams to the 49-7 victory. His two touchdowns on the night put him at 52 in the Rams past 20 games.

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First Colonial's Foley finds her success through her sister & humor

Nov 01, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — As a junior setter, Kayla Foley has led the Patriots to an impressive 21-2 season thus far, but she wouldn’t be the player she is today without her older sister. “We had this one word it was called peach fuzz and whenever we said it, we couldn’t stop laughing and everyone around us would be like, ‘What are you even saying?’ and we’d be like, ‘I don’t know!’” Kayla joked. When Lauren took the volleyball court at a young age, Kayla followed suit after.

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Rams cruise past Islanders

Oct 29, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

At Wanner Stadium in Williamsburg on Friday, it was a Bay Rivers District showdown between Lafayette and Poquoson. The Rams led 21-7 in the third quarter as Jaylen Pretlow would scurry from a couple yards to extend their lead 28-7 over the Islanders. Then still in the third, Demarcus Lawrence ran for 60 yards for another touchdown as Lafayette went on to grab the win 42-15. Lawrence was the superstar for the Rams on the night with 206 rushing yards, and three touchdowns on 14 carries.

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Friday Night Huddle Recap: Week 10

Oct 29, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

Although a Beach District title is out of reach for both Cox and Kempsville, there are playoff implications between the two schools who met on Friday night for the Game of the Week. Both teams entered the matchup 7-1, with their sole losses handed to them by the same team- the Green Run Stallions. At the Sportsplex, the Falcons got things going first as Gage Trefry connected with Jordin Cooper for the 7-0 lead.

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Bruton football's Tassara driven on and off the field

Oct 25, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

WILLIAMSBURG, Va. — When Emily Tassara was in fifth grade, she asked her parents if she could play football. They feared her getting injured and asked that she wait until middle school. “I’ve always wanted to play since I was little, and my parents finally let me play in eighth grade,” she explained. When I asked Emily what her fears were, nothing came to mind. It’s this fearlessness that’s reserved Emily a spot on Bruton’s varsity football roster since her freshman year.

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Bay Rivers District Showdown: Bruton falls to Poquoson

Oct 22, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

Another big matchup on Friday night in the Bay Rivers district saw Bruton and Poquoson squaring off at a neutral site that belongs to the Tribe as the two teams kicked things off at Zable Stadium in Williamsburg. The Bull Islanders felt more at home. They jumped out to a 14-7 lead, with Mason McGavran helping them extend that lead 21-7 by the end of the first. Poquoson went on to win it 48-7.

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Friday Night Huddle Recap: Week 9

Oct 22, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

It’s the home stretch of the high school football regular season as the Phoebus Phantoms claimed their sixth consecutive Peninsula district title over the Woodside Wolverines on Friday night. Phoebus was 7-0 entering the matchup meanwhile the Wolverines were 6-1- their only loss to Warwick in triple overtime earlier this season. Woodside’s defense has been unstoppable with its fourth shutout coming last week in a 39-0 win over Bethel. Tonight looked quite different for them.

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Former world No. 1 golfer Ernie Els returns to the 757 to host his annual Els for Autism Pro-Am Invitational

Oct 18, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Ernie Els was welcomed back to Virginia Beach on Monday for the Sixth Annual Princess Anne Invitational to Benefit the Els for Autism Foundation. The charity golf tournament pairs amateur golfers with PGA touring professionals and professionals from the mid-Atlantic region in an 18-hole Pro-Am to benefit the Els for Autism Foundation, SEALKids, Families of Autistic Children in Tidewater (FACT) and the Virginia Autism Foundation.

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Churchland golfer McEwen gives thanks to big brother for success

Oct 18, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

PORTSMOUTH, Va. — Jonathan is the younger McEwen brother from Churchland High School and for them, golf has always been a family affair. “My Dad is the Assistant Golf Pro out here at Bide- A Wee so I’ve been having a club in my hand since I could walk,” said Jonathan. “I think one reason I enjoy golf so much is because it’s never been forced upon me.

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Woodside blanks Bethel 39-0

Oct 15, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

On the Peninsula tonight, Woodside held Bethel scoreless 39-0 at Todd Stadium, and Lafayette, the reigning Class 3 State champs, also blanked King William, the reigning Class 2 state champs, 35-0. Jaylen Pretlow, a Navy recruit, ran 11 yards for a touchdown on the Rams’ first possession, the first of his three first-half touchdowns. Portsmouth Christian took down Northampton 45-6, Grafton beat New Kent 29-13, and York held Jamestown scoreless 58-0.

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Friday Night Huddle Recap: Week 8

Oct 15, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

Undefeated King’s Fork hosted another unbeaten opponent in Oscar Smith for the Game of the Week on Friday night. The Bulldogs lone win against the Tigers came back in 2017 when Head Coach Anthony Joffrion was an assistant at King’s Fork and tonight he met his former coach in Oscar Smith's Christ Scott. The Tigers jumped out to an early lead thanks to Alvin Jones who returned the ball on the opening kickoff for a 90 yard touchdown run. King's Fork later jumped back in front with a 21-17 lead.

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Gloucester's Timmons got her love back for football

Oct 11, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

GLOUCESTER, Va. — For Payton Timmons, the hardest part about playing a male dominated sport, isn’t the backlash she occasionally receives. It’s slightly more objective than that. “I see a lot of female players but they’re normally skill players of kickers. I don’t really see lineman that are girls. Actually I never have,” she said. Throughout Payton’s childhood, she was a superstar lineman in youth league. However as she grew up, so did everyone else.

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Clippers have happy homecoming by topping Tabb 20-6

Oct 08, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

In the Bay Rivers District, Grafton hosted Tabb celebrating their homecoming Friday night and doing in so fashion. They took care of business with a 20-6 win over the Tigers to put them at 3-3. Princess Anne got on the board first on the road at Ocean Lakes tonight but the Dolphins responded quickly leading 7-6 heading into the half and ultimately taking it 13-6. A battle between two winless teams, the Dolphins are now 1-6.

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Friday Night Huddle Recap: Week 7

Oct 08, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

The Game of the Week did not disappoint on Friday night between Warwick and Woodside forcing three overtimes. The Newport News matchup saw regulation end tied at 14 and it would come down to a battle of field goals for the remaining quarters. The Raiders rallied from an early deficit and eventually took it in the third overtime thanks to Abdelrahman Mokhtar’s 29- yard field goal.

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Lily Guinn runs past her limits

Oct 05, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

NORFOLK, Va. — Growing up with two brothers had a large influence on Lily Guinn. “It was kind of just like always competing all the time. One is 18 and one is 14 so we were all pretty close in age and we all just kind of grew up competing and playing sports and since I was the only girl, I just wanted to make sure they weren’t going to beat me up or anything,” she joked. Little did she know Lily’s upbringing would fuel her competitive spirit.

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Hard work got Norfolk Academy volleyball's Roberts going to NYU

Sep 28, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

NORFOLK, Va. — Like many others, the Covid-19 pandemic was a major turning point in Alden Roberts life. As someone who likes to occupy her time, it was difficult being stuck in the house during the lockdown. “After the lockdown I was stuck at my house and didn’t really have anything to do, and my gym was still open during the summer, so I just started going there every day to fill the time pretty much,” said Roberts.

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Raiders take down Crabbers 43-0

Sep 24, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

Sports Warwick is now 4-1 after blanking Hampton on Friday night. Author: Julia Haskins Published: 2:35 AM EDT September 24, 2022 Updated: 2:35 AM EDT September 24, 2022 Warwick had no problems taking on Hampton tonight and held them scoreless 43-0. It would be thanks to multiple connection between Eduardo Rios Jr. and Messiah Delhomme to help catapult them to victory.

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Friday Night Huddle Recap: Week 5

Sep 24, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

Week 5 of high school football saw Western Branch receive their first loss of the season on the road against another 3-0 opponent at King’s Fork. The Bruins broke out to an early lead off a pick six to make it 7-0, but the Bulldogs would come back to tie it. They’d finally take the lead on a JaVon Ford touchdown to make it 14-7. Ford had 28 carries on the night for 97 yards. They continue to impress on both sides of the ball as their defense has given up 14 points in 4 games.

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Princess Anne's Chopra has been going the distance

Sep 21, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Kevin Rhue still remembers the first time he saw Armaan Chopra run. “I saw a little scrawny kid running around the track in 6th grade at Independence Middle School, that’s when I knew,” said Coach Rhue who enters his 15th season coaching track and field and cross country at Princess Anne High School.

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Rams topple Falcons 35-14

Sep 17, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

Sports In other games from Friday night, York fell to Lafayette 35-14, and Denbigh couldn't catch a break against Warwick falling 77-0. Author: Julia Haskins Published: 12:31 AM EDT September 17, 2022 Updated: 12:32 AM EDT September 17, 2022 In other matchups Friday night, Lafayette defeated York 35-14, and Warwick destroyed Denbigh 77-0.

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Friday Night Huddle: Week 4

Sep 17, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

The Churchland Truckers defeated Booker T. Washington 35-26 in Friday Night Huddle's game of the week. Great Bridge visited King's Fork where the Bulldogs held down the fort dominating the Wildcats 70-20. Unbeaten Landstown hosted Bayside who handed them their first loss of the season and held the Eagles scoreless 20-0.

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What time is it? It's 'Joel time' at Kellam High School

Sep 13, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — If you happen to make it to a Kellam boys volleyball game this season, don’t be surprised when you hear the crowd chanting, “Joel time!” which was coined in their quarterfinal game against Ocean Lakes last season. The Knights have become a force to be reckoned with and a large part of their success is due to one of their biggest threats: lefty, opposite hitter, Joel Eanes. Shockingly at 6'8", he’s just a sophomore with a long career ahead of him.

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Friday Night Huddle Week 3 Recap

Sep 10, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

Tonight the Maury Commodores kicked off their season against the New Bern Bears out of North Carolina. New Bern lead 14-0 but Maury answered in the second quarter to make it 14-7. However with three games under their belt this season, experience was the game changer tonight as the Bears defeated the Commodores 21-14. In Chesapeake Indian River hosted King's Fork, both who are unbeaten and haven't played each other since 2019 due to COVID-19.

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Falcons, Eagles, and Bulldogs pick up wins

Sep 10, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

Sports Cox, Landstown, and Norfolk Academy come away victorious after Week 3 Author: Julia Haskins Published: 1:06 AM EDT September 10, 2022 Updated: 1:06 AM EDT September 10, 2022 Cox broke a 7-all tie with two fourth quarter touchdowns for a final score of 21-7 against Bayside. They limited the Marlins to 51 yards on 25 rushes and held Bayside scoreless in the three quarters. The Falcons improve to 2-1, the Marlins 1-2.

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Megan Spear continues family tradition at Cox High School

Sep 07, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

Megan Spear always knew one day she’d play field hockey for the Falcons. After all, the program was a significant part of her childhood. “I think I’m very lucky to be able to grow up watching my sisters play especially because they started at Cox, so elementary and middle school I was really just growing up watching Cox play, being the ball girl.” But now Megan has a much bigger role within the program.

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Virginia Tech confirms locker room theft at S.B Ballard

Sep 05, 2022 |

By Julia Haskins, Emily Harrison

| WVEC-TV (Norfolk, VA)

NORFOLK, Va. — Police investigating after Virginia Tech confirmed items were stolen from the team's locker room following the much-anticipated matchup against Old Dominion University Friday night. "The Virginia Tech athletic department confirmed there were items missing from the Virginia Tech locker room following the football game against Old Dominion in Norfolk Friday night," the school said in a statement released Sunday afternoon.

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