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.

‘Hole-in-one’

Steeplechase horse racing coming to Colonial Downs this Summer

Steeplechase horse racing will become a regular feature this Summer at Colonial Downs in New Kent. Beginning July 11, races will be held every Thursday. Colonial Downs will offer wagering on the three jump races during Thursday steeplechase race cards. “Steeplechases are incredibly exciting races that really highlight the athleticism and skill of equine athletes, jockeys, and trainers,” said Frank Hopf, Senior Director of Racing Operations for Colonial Downs. “We’re really excited to feature these unique races at the beginning of our Colonial Downs race weeks.” Races are slated to be held at 11:45 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 12:55 p.m….
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Brothers bring home professional championships

New Kent ‘Athletes of the Year’

ODGSL champions

ODGSL runners-up

New Kent Lady Trojans can Kettle Run Cougars; advance to Group 3A state semifinals

New Kent’s Lady Trojans’ road to their second state title in three years kicked off Tuesday evening against the visiting Kettle Run Lady Cougars. And for the home team, the drive now continues to the state semifinals. The Lady Trojans dominated on the diamond, emerging with a 6-0 victory and earning a bid to face Turner Ashby Friday morning at 10 a.m. at Monticello High School. Scoring for the hosts started in the bottom of the second, as Kendall White crossed home plate after a sacrifice fly by Libby Britt. In the bottom of the third, Kenley Rowe touched the…
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Lady Trojans’ tennis fall in Group 3A state quarterfinals to James Monroe

New Kent’s Lady Trojans fell to the visiting James Monroe Lady Yellow Jackets in the state quarterfinals on May 31. New Kent fell in straight competition, falling 5-0 to the visitors from Fredericksburg. The Lady Trojans finish the season 13-5 and as the Group 3A Region A champions.