Grafton ends state title run for New Kent Lady Trojans’ volleyball squad

Tuesday night’s Group 3A state semifinal contest was round four of New Kent’s Lady Trojans taking on the Grafton Lady Clippers. But with a trip to the state championship on the line and lessons learned from previous encounters, it was the hosting Lady Clippers taking no chances with New Kent. New Kent’s Lady Trojans fell 15-25, 20-25, 21-25 in straight sets to Grafton, bringing their season to an end with a 23-4 record. Ironically, all four losses were at the hands of Grafton. In the opening set, New Kent opened sluggishly as they trailed by four (10-6) thanks to Grafton’s…
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Lady Trojans defeat Kettle Run in state quarterfinals; sets up rematch with Grafton

After falling to Grafton’s Lady Clippers in the regional semifinals, New Kent’s Lady Trojans found themselves on the road taking on the Kettle Run Lady Cougars in the Group 3A State Quarterfinals Saturday afternoon. And while the Lady Cougars posted a near-perfect record, it was the battle-tested Lady Trojans who earned an opportunity to continue their journey towards a championship. New Kent emerged victorious, winning in five sets 25-23, 19-25, 25-22, 23-25, 15-11 over Kettle Run, setting up a rematch with the Grafton Lady Clippers one more time in the state semifinals. In the opening set, New Kent found themselves…
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Two CC football players named to Tidewater District first team; Jones selected as Coach of the Year

Three Charles City High School football players were named to All-Tidewater District teams for the past season. First team selections went to senior Shane Jones at the quarterback position and sophomore Damian Zuidema at the defensive back position. Jones was also named as a second team member on the defensive line, while junior teammate Damian Barnes Jr. received two second team district nods at the positions of running back and kickoff returner. Charles City Head Coach Sherod Jones was selected as the 2024 Tidewater District Coach of the Year.

Eight Lady Trojans recognized with regional volleyball honors

New Kent Lady Trojans’ volleyball team placed eight team members on the 3A All-Region Team for the Fall 2024 season. Middle hitter Leah Rounds, setter Mackenzile Loveland, and outside hitter Fallon Greenwalt were selected as First Team members of the 3A All-Region Team. Making the second team were opposite Ava Nieto, outside hitter Carly Sachs, and libero Abby McLaughlin. Kendall White and Chloe Phillips were named to the Honorable Mention team.

Foiled again: Colonial Heights stage miracle comeback to defeat New Kent 35-34 in playoffs

In August, the Colonial Heights Colonials escaped by a mere point as they defeated the New Kent Trojans in the football regular season opener. In Friday night’s rematch in the opening round of the Region 3A football tournament in Colonial Heights, the Colonials emerged victorious again; and by one point again. Blocking a last-minute field goal, Colonial Heights squeaked by New Kent 35-34, ending the visiting Trojans’ quest for a championship and bringing their heartbreaking season to a conclusion. The Colonials, who were making their first postseason appearance in the school’s history, wasted little time taking advantage of their opportunity….
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Charles City’s Smith garner Tidewater District second team volleyball honors

Charles City Lady Panthers volleyball team had one member named to the Tidewater All-District squad for the 2024 season. Jaela Smith, a junior middle hitter, was named to the second team for a second consecutive year.

Six New Kent Lady Trojans recognized on Bay Rivers All-District volleyball team

Six New Kent High School volleyball team members earned Bay Rivers District all-team accolades for their 2024 season performances. Senior setter MacKenzie Loveland and junior middle hitter Leah Rounds were named to the Bay Rivers District First Team. Senior outside hitter Fallon Greenawalt and senior libero Abby McLaughlin received nods to the second team. Finally, senior middle hitter Kendall White and junior opposite Ava Nieto were recognized as honorable mentions.

Christian’s six touchdowns leads New Kent to win, postseason appearance

After allowing the Smithfield Packers to rally from 24 points during the Nov. 1 contest to win the game, New Kent High School’s football team found themselves on the outside looking in to make a postseason appearance. But it was clear and obvious that after Friday night’s game, New Kent was not only focused on righting a wrong but wanted to keep their season alive. Behind six rushing touchdowns by Nathaniel Christian, the Trojans exploded for a season high in points as they toasted the visiting Bruton Panthers 55-28 in the regular season finale. Coupled with the knowledge of earlier…
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Lady Trojans lock in, clinch berth to Region 3A championship game

New Kent’s Lady Trojans volleyball team made their trip to the state tournament look easy during the Nov. 7 Region 3A semifinals. New Kent breezed by the visiting Colonial Heights Lady Colonials 25-9, 25-5, 25-13 in straight sets, notching a berth to the state tournament and setting up a rematch against Bay Rivers District rival Grafton Lady Clippers in the Region 3A Championship Game on Nov. 12. The hosts opened the game with a 12-5 run, relying on digs from Abby McLaughlin and the senior duo of Fallon Greenawalt and Kendall White patrolling the net. New Kent rode that power…
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