Titans senior Caleigh Ponn reached 2,000 career kills.

Blacksburg beats Cave Spring in Monday night make up game

2024 1st and 10 Camp Tour: Cave Spring

Cave Spring alum and VMI pitcher Holden Wilkerson drafted by the Blue Jays

Amherst County native Christian Martin was drafted by the St. Louis Cardinals while VMI's Holden Wilkerson was taken by the Toronto Blue Jays.

2022 President's Cup National Champions, now freshman helping lead Cave Spring girls soccer to first state appearance.

The Knights sealed their first ever region title after a battle of PK's with host Lord Botetourt.

The Trojans multi-sport athlete is the new record holder in the high jump.

WATCH: Salem secures spot in Region final with 20-4 win over Cave Spring

WATCH: Blacksburg girls get road win over River Ridge rival Cave Spring

WATCH: Cave Spring gets girls lacrosse win against rival Hidden Valley

Cave Spring sends ten to next level

Cave Spring boys upend Lord Botetourt to reach region semifinals.

Cave Spring's Tinsley and Parker break JJ Redick's longstanding records

The Spartans finished first with Cave Spring finishing second.

The annual event wrapped up Saturday after being partially postponed from last weekend.

"It's been amazing to watch it grown and see the plan being put on paper, action being put in, see the work being put in, grind being done," said brand ambassador Ryann Hubbard.

The Knights have four athletes signing letters of intent on Thursday.

A Roanoke boy with cerebral palsy has always had one wish — to be a part of his brother and sister’s football team, the Cave Spring Knights.

Titans head coach Carla Ponn was recognized for recently reaching 550 career wins.

Christiansburg wins a close one, 42-33.

Knights enter their first year under head coach Hunter Shepherd.

Roanoke product Ronde Barber was front and center on NBC's broadcast of the Hall of Fame game to open the NFL preseason.

WATCH: Cave Spring softball and baseball brings home a pair of Region 3D titles

Knights secured a state tournament berth for the first time since 2012.

The Hilltoppers held Cave Spring scoreless in the first half.

WATCH: Cave Spring beats Christiansburg in regular season finale

Knights earn 10th district win of the season.

William Byrd product Hunter Shepherd will start his head coaching career at Cave Spring.

WATCH: William Byrd baseball beats Cave Spring 7-4

Over at the home of the Knights, the school sees the benefits of now former coach Nick Leftwich’s work, with a trio of talent moving on.

The Knights signed 14 to the next level at their spring signing extravaganza.

In the Region 1C girls basketball final, Fort Chiswell beat Eastern Montgomery 52-50 in overtime.

The Blue Ridge District shined in Thursday night’s Region 3D Semifinals action.

The Cave Spring coaching staff is honored for leading their team after a member of the Knights staff passed.

Stark Jones led Cave Spring with 25 points in the Knights 3D quarterfinals win over Bassett.

Patrick Henry outscored Cave Spring 20-6 in the second quarter to take an 11 point halftime lead.

The star city's Ronde Barber is headed into the NFL Hall of Fame.

In the first-ever girls basketball game at the Chance Harman Classic, Cave Spring beat Floyd County 55-47.

The Patrick Henry boy’s basketball team beat Cave Spring 63-61 in overtime on Tuesday.

10 News’ Game of the Week is back for a Week 9 River Ridge showdown as the Salem Spartans host the Cave Spring Knights.

Owen Sweeney hauled in the Knights' two touchdown passes Saturday night.

The Glenvar student section stole Cave Spring’s flag, but Cave Spring stole it back.

Cave Spring beat Hidden Valley in boys soccer on Thursday, 5-0.

Taylor Hilovsky scored the winning goal for the Knights.

Lady Highlanders earn another Three Rivers District win Tuesday night.

The Knights defeated Salem 12-4 at Moyer Softball complex to move to 9-1 overall, 5-0 in the River Ridge District.

The Cave Spring girls beat William Byrd on Friday in lacrosse, 12-8.

Cave Spring had three athletes sign to play at the next level. Kylie Cundiff will be heading to Emory and Henry for softball, 1000m and 1600m champ Jessica Palisca will be running for Liberty, and state champion basketball player Bryce Cooper is also a standout on the diamond, we will play baseball at VMI.

The Carroll County girls and Cave Spring boys completed state title seasons with wins at the Siegel Center on the Campus of VCU.

There’s a lot of similarities between Tuesday’s practice at Cave Spring, and this day two years ago. Excitement and energy left over from a State Semifinal thriller, the Knights are a mere 48 hours away from the Class 3 Championship game. The difference between now and then though, is a healthy dose of gratefulness, and surely nothing standing in their way.

Carroll County girls also advanced to the Class 3 Championship.

Eight local squads had advanced to state semifinal action.

Northside held a brief fourth quarter lead before Cave Spring's defense helped lead them to victory.

In a Region 3D matchup, #1 Cave Spring beat #8 William Byrd 64-43. On the other side of the bracket, #2 Northside beat #7 Christiansburg 85-43.

The Knights have four players averaging double-digit scoring.

The Cave Spring Knights defeated Blacksburg on Tuesday to claim the River Ridge District title, 60-34.

The Lord Botetourt girls traveled to William Fleming on Wednesday to close their regular season. The Cavaliers won 50-42. In other girls action, Patrick Henry handled Salem 69-50.

JJ Redick was inducted into the VHSL Hall of Fame Sunday in Charlottesville.

Knights avenge an early season loss to Northside with a blowout win on Monday night.

The Vikings defeated the Knights in a county rivalry that’s usually reserved for the playoffs. Nick Crawford hit the game winner for Northside in a 71-68 win at Cave Spring.

The Salem Spartan picked up a road win on Friday night.

It was a true homecoming celebration at Patrick Henry High School on Friday night.

Cave Spring made the trip across Roanoke County on Friday night and left with a victory.

Hidden Valley downed Cave Spring in three games, 25-20, 25-14, and 25-16.

The Knights get a win at Bogle Stadium.

The Highlanders claimed their victory against Cave Spring Friday night with a score of 28-14.

Cave Spring beat the Terriers at home 3-1, 25-27, 25-16, 25-18, 25-20.

Blacksburg girls beat Cave Spring 5-0 on the road on Tuesday.

Catherine Thacker netted the Knights three first half goals.

The Rockbridge County volleyball team claimed their fourth straight Valley District Tournament championship on Thursday, beating Spotswood 25-17, 25-12, 25-14.

Cave Spring ended its three-game winning drought with a close game against Hidden Valley.

CHRISTIANSBURG, Va. – Christiansburg left little doubt on Friday night about who the better team was, beating Cave Spring, 23-6.

Copyright 2021 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved. ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. – The Salem Spartans defeat the Cave Spring Knights, 63-7. Salem wins big in River Ridge battle against Cave SpringIf you need help with the Public File, call 540-512-1558.

ROANOKE, Va. – When you think of competition cheerleading in the Roanoke Valley, Cave Spring certainly comes to mind. But earlier this year, the Roanoke County school board voted that fall sports could only play within the county, eliminating a competition season for the Knights. “It really made us realize that every day, take advantage of it, because it can be taken away at any moment,” senior Lily Fox said. “Other Roanoke county cheer coaches joined in and we realized this could mean potentially no post season for us,” Koll said. “It’s definitely just perfecting the routine and working hard to clean it up, because there aren’t those difficult skills we can normally do,” Fox said.

Copyright 2021 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved. ROANOKE, Va. – Patrick Henry defended its home field on Friday night, beating Cave Spring, 32-18. Patrick Henry gets win over Cave Spring Patriots beat the Knights, 32-18If you need help with the Public File, call 540-512-1558.

ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. – Cave Spring brought itself back to an even record on the year with a 34-7 win on Friday night over Blackburg. The Knights trailed the Bruins 7-0 after the first quarter.

Copyright 2021 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved. ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. – On Monday night, the Pulaski County Cougars beat the Cave Spring Knights, 42-0. Pulaski County opens season with shutout win over Cave Spring Cougars won 42-0If you need help with the Public File, call 540-512-1558.

Over at Patrick Henry, the Region 5D finals were underway, Patriots facing the William Fleming Colonels. Patrick Henry the victor, winning 66-65, and claiming back-to-back region titles. Patrick Henry will face the winner of Potomac Falls versus Stonebridge in the first round of the State Championship. On the hardwood at Cave Spring, the girls taking on 5 seed Lord Botetourt. Boys Basketball Scores:Patrick Henry 66, William Fleming 65Northside 80, Lord Botetourt 74Abingdon 60, Cave Spring 46Girls Basketball Scores:Cave Spring 53, Lord Botetourt 57Carroll County 65, Northside 40Honaker 68, Rural Retreat 30Thomas Walker 69, Chilhowie 45

over Dameon Robinson (Carroll County) 4-7, Jr. (Fall 2:48)Xavier Williams (Lord Botetourt) 5-2, So. (NC)Bryan Taylor (Christiansburg) 4-0, Sr. over Will Quesenberry (Northside) 4-3, Sr. (Fall 2:09)Bryan Taylor (Christiansburg) 4-0, Sr. over Will Quesenberry (Northside) 4-3, Sr. (Fall 2:09)2nd Place - Will Quesenberry of Northside2nd Place - Will Quesenberry of NorthsideEvan Elliott (Northside) 1-3, So. over Sam Francis (Lord Botetourt) 5-2, Sr. (Dec 8-4)Jake Baier (Christiansburg) 3-0, So. over Sam Francis (Lord Botetourt) 5-2, Sr. (Dec 8-4)JJ Pociask (Christiansburg) 4-1, So. (Dec 5-4)WATCH: VHSL Region 3D wrestling tournament in Christiansburg Christiansburg takes home the team title, advances 9 to State TournamentsIf you need help with the Public File, call 540-512-1558.

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Roanoke, Va. – The Lord Botetourt Cavaliers opened their season Wednesday, hosting James River. Kyle Arnholt lead the way for Lord Botetourt with 25 points, and James River’s Patrick Clevenger had 24 for the Knights. Meanwhile, Roanoke County schools hit the practice courts Wednesday after being cleared to compete Tuesday afternoon. The biggest difference since Tuesday is Roanoke County schools have been cleared for competition, which means teams can integrate passing the ball at practice. “You practice every day like you’re going to play so that’s our attitude towards every practice, that you’re going to play.

At Cave Spring Suzanne Harris heads to JMU for swimming and Zada Porter will play hoops at Appy State. Porter said she always felt like Appalachian State would be home, ever since here first visit as an eighth grader. “Mostly App State was for the coaching staff. Of course every school tries to make you feel like family, but for App State I always had an idea they would be the place I called home next,” Porter says. “I don’t have to worry about my parents paying for college first and that I get to play basketball for another 4 years is something that’s another relief for me,” Anderson says.

ROANOKE, Va. – Cave Spring High School’s head boy’s basketball coach, Jacob Gruse, was recently named the 2019-2020 Boy’s Coach of the Year by the VHSL. It was really humbling, I feel blessed, there are so many great coaches everywhere, especially in Virginia,” Gruse said. “They are well deserving of this award.”Gruse was named the Class 3 Boy’s Basketball Coach of the Year in April. Doesn’t happen without Derrick Roth, my associate head coach, Tim Myers my assistant coach, and Ethan Humphries who was our JV coach last year. And I had unbelievable players too, really good players make a really good coach.”Cave Spring is scheduled to begin practice for the 2020-2021 season on December 7.

ROANOKE, Va. On Wednesday, the Don Holliday Memorial Scholarship Tournament Board of Directors presented Cave Springs Jack Cowher with their annual scholarship. Cowher becomes the 34th recipient of the $30,000 scholarship, which he plans to use to forward his education at Christopher Newport University. This money will really help my family for paying for my college. Ive been working awhile at two golf courses trying to save money, this scholarship means a lot. He also worked at Ballyhack and Hunting Hills and was a member of the golf team, swim team, outdoor track and football team.

RICHMOND, Va. – This year, there will be a few more basketball state champions than normal. VHSL, Virginia’s governing body of high school sports, announced Thursday that Friday and Saturday’s state championship games are canceled due to coronavirus fears. “After continuing to assess the impact of COVID-19 and the recent cancellations throughout the sports world, we felt it was in the public interest to cancel our championship finals for Friday and Saturday," VHSL Executive Director Dr. John W. “Billy” Haun said. "“While we understand how disappointing this is for all fans of our teams, we feel this decision is in the best interest of public health, including that of, most importantly, our student-athletes, coaches, administrators, families, and fans.”

ROANOKE, Va. – Three area teams are moving onto the State Championship showdowns this week in Richmond. The Patriots ultimately fell 59-35, Highland Springs will play Princess Anne in the state championship. They will see Green Run in the state championship. In Class 3, The Lord Botetourt girls were back in the state semi-finals, this year taking on Booker T. Washington. “I told the three volleyball girls as we were walking in, the last time you guys were here it was a state championship,” head coach Renee Favaro said.

In the other Class 5 girls game, the William Fleming girls fell to Woodgrove 51-47. On the boys side, defending state champ GW Danville advanced to their third final 4 in four years with a 63-55 win over Loudon County. Halifax County fell to Millbrook 61-58. In Class 1, Grundy edges Parry McCluer 49-46, while Auburn vs Eastside scheduled for UVA-Wise was moved to Saturday because of snow. Honaker defeated George Wythe 65-59 and PH Glade Spring downs Galax 51-30.and in Class 1 Grundy beat Parry McCluer 49-46.