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Liberty’s Malik Willis and VSU’s Will Adams hoping to hear their names called in NFL draft

The much-anticipated NFL draft starts Thursday, April 28. Two state players to watch for are Malik Willis and Will Adams.

Richmond Flying Squirrels hails from a number of colleges

NFL and NBA players are closely identified with the colleges where they earned reputations before entering the professional ranks.

VSU freshman baseball player Tahraun Hammond logs impressive stats

As freshmen baseball players go, few have posted more impressive statistics than Virginia State University’s Tahraun Hammond.

Scottie Barnes is NBA Rookie of the Year; ‘Bones’ Hyland ranks 8th among rookies in scoring

Scottie Barnes is the NBA Rookie of the Year, but don’t overlook former Virginia Commonwealth University star Nah’Shon “Bones” Hyland on the top newcomers list.

VCU Rams to welcome Michigan transfer Brandon Johns Jr.

Virginia Commonwealth University basketball Coach Mike Rhoades needed another big man and found what he was looking for in Ann Arbor, Mich.

Jordan Nesbitt transferring to Hampton to play basketball

Jordan Nesbitt’s basketball journey is taking him to Hampton University.

Top high school sophomore hoops player signs with pro league

The ever-changing sport of basketball has taken another turn.

Virginia AG launches investigation into Washington NFL team

Virginia Attorney General Jason S. Miyares has launched an inquiry into the Washington Commanders following allegations of financial improprieties raised by a congressional committee. Mr. Miyares, a Republican, disclosed his office’s investiga- tion in a letter to a team lawyer …

Remembering Jackie Robinson’s historic play breaking the color line 75 years ago

It has been 75 years since Jackie Robinson broke baseball’s color line, and the cheers are only getting louder.

Richmond Flying Squirrels get high marks for attendance

On their first report card, give the Richmond Flying Squirrels an “A” — for attendance.

Manchester sophomore Aiden Harris gives high sign to U.Va.

Aiden Harris is only a sophomore at Manchester High School in Chesterfield County, but already he knows where he’ll play college baseball.

Rookie pitcher Hunter Greene sets MLB record

Hunter Greene’s three best pitches are fast, faster and fastest.

WNBA drafts first HBCU player in 20 years

The WNBA has rediscovered HBCUs.

Trinity Thomas wins NCAA All-Around title in gymnastics

Trinity Thomas is the new queen of college gymnastics.

Embiid, others earn spots in NBA’s season record book

Joel Embiid traveled a long way to earn his spot in the NBA record book.