Liam McPoyle

Mt Airy will be leaning heavily on Ernest T Bass this season. STRENGTHS: While best known for his strong and accurate arm, his speed and elusiveness make him a true dual-threat. CONCERNS/WEAKNESSES: Issues with authority make him nearly un-coachable, Vandalism, Academics. OUTLOOK: Despite the legal concerns and apparent illiteracy, Bass remains a top target for UNC.

Then there's Saltville, which sits atop an extensive network of natural limestone caverns, salt mines, and gypsum mines. The entire area is prone to sinkholes, including one on Northwood's field during an actual game. Opponents who can avoid getting swallowed up by the earth usually come away with a win.

Smyth Co leaders in 1950s didn't see the harm in constructing Chilhowie HS and Warrior Stadium atop an Indian burial ground. I'm not typically superstitious, but the constantly vibrating goalposts are creepy AF.

Not SWVA, but Kingsport DB's field isn't your average HS multipurpose stadium. The FieldTurf at J Fred was added a few years back. Photo source: ballparkbrothers.com

Withers Field/Park in Downtown Wytheville used to host GW football and baseball along with Wytheville's Minor League teams.

Many years ago I believe Northwood/RB Worthy had a combo field.

If their neighbors can accommodate them, the Bearcats wouldn't have to leave "Bristol." TN High's on the road for the first three games (i.e. PH, Radford, Ridgeview), while Battle's on the road for the last two games (i.e. Tazewell, Marion). Additionally, Gene Malcolm rarely sees anything remotely close to a capacity crowd. The large visitor's side plus temporary bleachers would be ample for most games.

Grayson Co defeats Essex for the Class 1 title

Congratulations to the Tazewell softball, Lebanon baseball, and Marion girls tennis teams on your well-earned state championships. You represented SWVA well and made your communities proud.

Lebanon 3 Auburn 0 Pioneers still batting with 1 out in the Bottom of 1st Tazewell 5 James River 1 End of the 4th

After James River scored 1 in the first, Tazewell takes a 2-1 lead in the second on one hit and an error.

Girls Soccer: Clarke Co 7 Central-Wise 0 Final. If not for the grit and tenacity of the Warriors, this score could've easily been 10-0 or more. Clarke Co reminded me of Blackburg's recent Class 4 title teams.

Clarke Co 3 Central-Wise 0 Halftime

I never felt King Solomon got the credit he deserved for Turn! Turn! Turn!

Dang! I had no idea. I've always wondered why he went to Independence, and now I know why. Great for him, but that's a morale torpedo to the remainder of GCPS administration, teachers, and staff.

Yes, you're correct. I wonder if Grayson realizes how fortunate they are to have both Stephen James and Doss on the sidelines?

My Marion Mt. Rushmore consists of four Emory & Henry Hall of Famers. -Art “Scrapper” Broady (RB?/DB) came to Marion HS when Smyth Co schools integrated in the mid-60s and made Marion way better in everything. He became the first African-American player for Emory & Henry where he became a record-setting DB http://hof.ehc.edu/members/art-scrapper-broady/ -Larry Bales (QB) was All-State at Marion in the mid-60s before becoming starting QB as freshman at E&H. Bales also played RB and WR for the Wasps and was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in 1969 (R7). http://hof.ehc.edu/members/larry-bales/ -Johnny Wilson (WR) played in mid-70s and remains among Marion's best-ever all-around athletes. He began his collegiate career at Virginia Tech before transferring to E&H and becoming a three-time all-ODAC WR. http://hof.ehc.edu/members/johnny-wilson/ -Marshall Doss (RB/LB) played for the Canes from '98-'01. Doss began his career at ETSU before transferring to, you guessed it, Emory & Henry. He was the 2006 ODAC Defensive POY and an NCAA Division III All-American Honorable Mention.http://hof.ehc.edu/members/marshall-doss/ Honorable Mention: Ron Bales QB mid-60s (also in E&H HOF) Ethan Richardson- RB '09-'12-Holds most every rushing record at MSHS; Played collegiately at Concord U Mark Puckett-RB/LB '84-'87-A true man among boys. An opponent once described Puckett as a tank in football cleats. Kokie Wagner: RB ''74-'77 Played collegiately at Bluefield State

It wasn't exactly a team co-op, but I recall the inspiring story about the only wrestler in Rye Cove history. The Eagles, nor any other school in Scott Co, fielded a wrestling team. VHSL gave his dad permission to be his coach and allowed him to practice each day with Powell Valley. After placing at States his sophomore and junior seasons, he won the 2011 Group A State Championship in his weight class.

Don't question Samantha Perry's professionalism. She's a Pulitzer-worthy journalist whose hard-hitting pieces include decomposing pumpkins, taking her dog to the vet, and feisty grannies of McDowell Co.. https://muckrack.com/samantha-perry-1/articles

In all fairness, no one specified which NBA. NEPAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION Mr. Lama Tendi Sherpa President Mr. Narendra Thapa Secretary General

https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1340267997603 FWIW, a clip of the song used to be on Clintwood Green Wave Facebook page. The clip is still up, but the sound no longer seems to work. One commenter stated it was an original piece, while another said it was the same as the "Redskins game song". I'm assuming he was referring to Hail to the Redskins.

Marion's is the same as Emory & Henry's and UNC's "I'm Marion born"..."I'm Emory born"..."I'm Tar Heel Born"

Absolutely...I Love it🤣

Latest odds for SWVA Sports Video of the Year: 2:1 -"House of Hustle Throwdown: Coach v. Daddy" 100:1 -"Rappin' G-Boyz" 200:1 -"Ridin' the Ramey"