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Brandon Adair

From Princess Anne High School in Virginia Beach, Brandon Adair was a Virginian-Pilot All-Tidewater boys’ basketball selection before attending Virginia Wesleyan University where he would rewrite the record books for Marlins men’s basketball. During his time at Virginia Wesleyan, Adair…

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Harry Minium, Jr.

A Norfolk native and graduate of Norview High School, Old Dominion University and VCU, sportswriter Harry Minium has provided in-depth reporting to readers in Hampton Roads for nearly five decades. He focused on local sports, from high schools to the…

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Joe Smith

Joe Smith, from Norfolk, VA and Maury High School, was a force on the hardwood. The 1993 All-Tidewater Boys’ Basketball Player of the year and Parade 3rd Team All-American committed to the University of Maryland where he would make an…

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Mike Smith

Mike Smith from Lee County, VA came to the Peninsula in the mid-1960’s and built a powerhouse football program over 50+ years at Hampton High School. After serving as an assistant coach for the Crabbers from 1965-1970, Smith took over…

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Jill Ellis

From Fairfax, VA, Jill Ellis showed her love for soccer at an early age back in her native country, England. While opportunities to play organized soccer were not available to girls in the U.K., Ellis would quickly show her talents…

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LaShawn Merritt

Lashawn Merritt is not just a sprinting legend but a symbol of dedication and excellence in the world of track and field. Born in Portsmouth, Virginia, Merritt has spent almost two decades as a professional athlete, achieving unparalleled success in…

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DeAngelo Hall

From Chesapeake, Virginia, DeAngelo Hall showcased his athletic talent at an early age. Hall was a three-sport athlete in high school as he lettered in football, basketball, and track and field at Deep Creek High School in Chesapeake. He was…

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Jimmye Laycock

Originally from Hamilton, VA in Loudoun County, Jimmye Laycock attended Loudoun Valley High school where he earned 12 varsity letters. After high school Laycock headed to the College of William & Mary where he quarterbacked the Tribe football team in…

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Francena McCorory

Francena McCorory is a native of Hampton, Virginia and attended Bethel High School, where she set numerous VHSL indoor and outdoor track and field records, as well as the national High School indoor record in the 400-meter dash. The Daily…

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Joe Montgomery – Distinguished Virginian

From Lynchburg, VA, Joe Montgomery was a standout center along the offensive and defensive lines for Brookville High School before committing to play football for Lou Holtz at William & Mary in the early 1970’s. His success on the field…

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