Grafton continues stranglehold over Lady Trojans in volleyball

For the last dozen years, New Kent’s Lady Trojans have yet to figure out how to take down the Grafton Lady Clippers on the volleyball court. And at least for another match-up, they will have to wait for a rematch for a second opportunity. New Kent’s Lady Trojans fell 15-25, 25-18, 20-25, 17-25 in the Aug. 29 Bay Rivers District contest. In the early going, the hosting Lady Trojans were able to take a lead (10-9) thanks to a long rally. But a service error by the hosts returned the serve to Grafton. From that point, the visitors worked to…
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Borszich’s overtime goal lifts New Kent Lady Trojans’ field hockey to win column

The Aug. 28 home opener for New Kent’s Lady Trojans field hockey team was filled with excitement and even play with the visiting Mechanicsville Lady Mustangs. But it would be a score from Bailey Borszich that proved to be the difference-maker to give the hosts their first win of the year. New Kent defeated Mechanicsville 2-1 in overtime, allowing the Lady Trojans to put a win on their record. The Lady Mustangs were unable to capitalize off three penalty corners, as New Kent goalie Brianna Otey denied all three attempts. Meanwhile, the second quarter opened the scoring for the hosts,…
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Sixth in Latvia triathlon

Charles City Lady Panthers pounce on Surry for season opening volleyball win

A new school year means a fresh new start in athletic competition for Charles City’s Lady Panthers. And with several players returning from last year’s volleyball squad, it didn’t take long for the group to regain their chemistry. But more importantly, have a connection that influenced a positive outcome. After dropping the opening set, Charles City’s Lady Panthers triumphed over the visiting Surry Lady Cougars 20-25, 25-13, 25-17, 25-9 to christen the start of the 2024 season. Early on, the visiting Lady Cougars took advantage of the hosts, able to find open spots in the floor for scores. And by…
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Fall 2024 high school varsity sports schedules

All home games listed in bold print; times and dates are subject to change. New Kent High School football Game time is 7 p.m. unless noted. Sept. 6- Colonial Heights Sept. 13- Lafayette Sept. 20- Grafton Sept. 28 (12 p.m.)- Warhill Oct. 4- Tabb Oct. 11- Jamestown Oct. 17- York Oct. 24- Poquoson Nov. 1- Smithfield Nov. 8- Bruton Charles City High School football Game time is 7 p.m. unless noted. Aug. 30- Lancaster Sept. 5- Arcadia (6 p.m.) Sept. 12- Northumberland Sept. 20- Surry County Oct. 4- Essex Oct. 11- John Marshall Oct. 18-Middlesex Oct. 25- King & Queen…
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Virginia Derby becomes automatic qualifier for Kentucky Derby beginning in 2025

The stakes just got higher at Colonial Downs and the Virginia Derby in New Kent. Churchill Downs Incorporated, along with several Virginia dignitaries, announced that the Virginia Derby will now act as an automatic qualifier for the Kentucky Derby starting in 2025. The Virginia Derby, typically held in September, will move to March 15, 2025, anchoring a four-day Spring meet event. The race will transition to the dirt track at Colonial Downs, with the winner earning a berth to the 151st Kentucky Derby on May 3, 2025, at Churchill Downs Racetrack in Louisville, Kentucky. “Churchill Downs has worked with partners…
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Donation to Charles City High School football

Colonial Downs postpones race days due to Tropical Storm Debby

Due to projected inclement weather, Colonial Downs has announced the postponement of two race days. Races scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 8, and Friday, Aug. 9, have been rescheduled for Monday, Aug. 12, and Tuesday, Aug. 13 due to Tropical Storm Debby moving up the east coast. Colonial Downs’ staff is currently monitoring the projected path of the storm to determine if the Colonial Downs Festival of Racing will take place on Saturday, Aug. 10.

State softball runners-up

Vick named to VaSID all-state academic team

Lauren Vick of New Kent was named to the Virginia Sports Information Directors (VaSID) all-state academic team. Vick, who competes on Longwood University’s cross-country team, helped lead the team to its best finish in Big South history. To earn the recognition, a student-athlete must be a sophomore and have a cumulative grade-point average of 3.25 or higher.