College athletes are getting paid and fans are starting to share the bill
At Tennessee, they are adding a “talent fee”to the price of sports tickets. At Arkansas, they will charge 3% more at the concession stands. At Michigan and Michigan State, athletic directors sent letters alerting boosters that winning is going to …
Virginia Union ties record with 91-0 victory over Bluefield State
Virginia Union University’s football team made history Saturday, Nov. 2, tying a 108-year-old record by defeating Bluefield State University 91-0 at Hovey Stadium. This impressive victory not only matched the largest margin of victory in school history but also equaled …
Grant earns CAA Defensive Player of the Week honors
University of Richmond redshirt senior defensive end Jeremiah Grant was named the Coastal Athletic Association Defensive Player of the Week after playing a pivotal role in Richmond’s 35-24 win over Towson on Nov. 2.
Virginia State dominates Lincoln University in 55-0 shutout
The Virginia State University football team scored over 30 points for the fourth straight game, shutting out Lincoln University 55-0 on Nov. 2.
WNBA outlook is promising after record-setting year
The WNBA looks promising heading into the offseason after a banner year with record ratings, attendance and a first-time champion in New York.
VUU’s Jada Byers sets multiple records in 56-28 win over Bowie State
Virginia Union University’s Jada Byers had a record-setting day as VUU defeated Bowie State 56-28 on Saturday, Oct. 26, in Bowie, Md.
Virginia State sweeps Lincoln, edges Shaw to break Bears’ streak
Virginia State University’s Volleyball Team clinched a 3-0 sweep over Lincoln University (Pa.) and followed up with a 3-2 victory over Shaw University on Sunday, Oct. 27, at the VSU Multi-Purpose Center, handing the Bears their first regular season conference …
Nominations open for 4th Annual RVA Sports Awards
Nominations are open for the fourth annual RVA Sports Awards — an event that celebrates Richmond’s top athletes and sports leaders. The online nomination portal is up and running, and it’s open until Dec. 1.
Flying Squirrels announce home game times for 2025
As the baseball world turns its attention to the World Series, the Richmond Flying Squirrels are already looking ahead to their 2025 season, announcing game times for their home contests on Wednesday.
North Carolina Central University tops poll; top four remain unchanged in Week 9
In the latest HBCU FCS Coaches Poll, North Carolina Central University maintains its position at the top, with the top four teams remaining unchanged from last week. The poll, administered by Boxtorow, a nationally syndicated sports talk show now in …
Yankees and Dodgers meet in World Series for 12th time
Broadway vs. Hollywood. Subway vs. Freeway. Judge vs. Ohtani. New York neighbors who became cross-country rivals, the Yankees and Dodgers renew their starry struggle in the World Series for the first time in 43 years.
Richmond hands Delaware first loss of the season, 28-9
In a fitting conclusion to a long-standing rivalry, the University of Richmond Spiders handed No. 6 Delaware its first loss of the season on Saturday, using four first-half touchdowns to secure a 28-9 victory.
Virginia State defeats Elizabeth City State 36-7
Virginia State University (4-3, 3-1 CIAA) secured a commanding 36-7 victory over Elizabeth City State University (2-5, 0-4 CIAA) in a revenge match after last season’s loss. The Trojans’ defense delivered a stellar performance, holding the Vikings to minus-47 rushing …
Byers nears record as Virginia Union routs Lincoln
Running back Jada Byers rushed for 215 yards and two touchdowns, leading Virginia Union University to a 63-12 victory over Lincoln University of Pennsylvania on Saturday.
Squirrel-O-Ween returns to The Diamond
The Richmond Flying Squirrels will host their annual Squirrel-O-Ween event Friday, Oct. 25, at The Diamond from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
