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WATCH: Glenvar claims team title in Region 2C wrestling championship
Read full article: WATCH: Glenvar claims team title in Region 2C wrestling championshipGlenvar clinched the Region 2C wrestling championship on Saturday at James River High School. The Highlanders had six champions in the finals, including senior Mason Hylton, who won the 132lb class.
Appomattox wins Region 2C Championship with 38-34 win over Glenvar
Read full article: Appomattox wins Region 2C Championship with 38-34 win over GlenvarIn only their fourth meeting ever in the Region 2C final, Appomattox beat Glenvar 38-34 to win the title. It was defensive plays in the end that sent the Raiders to victory.
Glenvar to face Appomattox County in Region 2C final for second year in a row
Read full article: Glenvar to face Appomattox County in Region 2C final for second year in a rowFor the last five years in a row, Glenvar and Appomattox County have met at some point in the Region 2C playoffs. On Friday, the two will meet in the Region Championship.
1st and 10 Camp Tour: Glenvar stays consistent with mix of young and old on largest roster to date
Read full article: 1st and 10 Camp Tour: Glenvar stays consistent with mix of young and old on largest roster to dateOur 1st and 10 Camp Tour rolls on to Glenvar, where the Highlanders are prepping for another dominant season. Last year, the Highlanders went 11-2, their final loss in the Region 2 final to Appomattox. Glenvar is turning the page, boasting with the highest numbers they’ve ever had in fall camp. This year, they’re lead by a young quarterback named Eli Taylor, who showed he can play against anyone last fall.
Winner Winner: Area teams dominate Class 1 & 2 titles, LCA baseball walks off for Class 3 champ
Read full article: Winner Winner: Area teams dominate Class 1 & 2 titles, LCA baseball walks off for Class 3 champSouthwest Virginia proved once again its dominance in spring competition, bringing home seven titles back to the area.
WATCH: Appomattox clinches Region 2C title with 27-21 win over Glenvar
Read full article: WATCH: Appomattox clinches Region 2C title with 27-21 win over GlenvarAppomattox beat Glenvar on Saturday 27-21 to win the Region 2C title and advance to the Class 2 State Semifinals. The Raiders got a pair of touchdowns from Jonathan Pennix and a 46-yard FG from Tye Robertson in the win. Appomattox moves to 11-1 on the season, as the are seeking their sixth state title in seven years. Glenvar finishes the season at 11-2.
WATCH: Wilkes, Gwynn win girls Region 2C and boys Region 1C titles
Read full article: WATCH: Wilkes, Gwynn win girls Region 2C and boys Region 1C titlesThe Region 2C girls cross country championship was Wednesday afternoon at Greenhill Park. Carly Wilkes won the individual title with a time of 19:06, marking her fourth straight region championship.
Glenvar reigns as Rocking Chair royalty with win against rival James River
Read full article: Glenvar reigns as Rocking Chair royalty with win against rival James RiverMonday night football action on the high school gridiron served the latest installment of the Rocking Chair rivalry: Glenvar at James River, a matchup the Highlanders haven’t lost since 2013.
Glenvar defeats Floyd County in a Three Rivers battle
Read full article: Glenvar defeats Floyd County in a Three Rivers battleCopyright 2021 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved. GLENVAR, Va. – Glenvar defeats Floyd County 34-0 in a Three Rivers District matchup. Glenvar defeats Floyd County in a Three Rivers battleIf you need help with the Public File, call 540-512-1558.
William Fleming gets first win of the season with 32-22 defeat of Glenvar
Read full article: William Fleming gets first win of the season with 32-22 defeat of GlenvarSALEM, Va. – Glenvar got within a point of William Fleming, but the Colonels outlasted the Highlanders on Tuesday night. In the third quarter, Fleming only led 23-22; however, the Colonels would go on to score 9-straight and go home with a 32-22 victory.
WATCH: Glenvar girls claim Region 2C Championship with win over Radford
Read full article: WATCH: Glenvar girls claim Region 2C Championship with win over RadfordRADFORD, Va. – After a plethora of Region title games cancelled on Friday, the Glenvar girls were able to travel to Radford for a Region 2C showdown. The Bobcats lead until the third quarter, where the Highlanders were able to pull away thanks in part to guard Olivia Harris, who had 13 points that quarter, 35 overall. “It started out, we had this mentality we would lose at first. We put it together, we had a talk in the locker room, got it straight, and got the dub,” Harris said. “I’ve been working on this the whole year, but we just felt like we needed to get a state dub this year, and it’s my final year, so I’m really excited to get it this year.”Glenvar will now travel to Gate City on Wednesday for the Class 2 State Semifinal.
WATCH: Comets and Cougars go to 5 OTs, Radford boys and girls advance to Region Finals
Read full article: WATCH: Comets and Cougars go to 5 OTs, Radford boys and girls advance to Region FinalsROANOKE, Va. – Pulaski County came out strong against Halifax County in the Region 4D Semifinal, building a 10 point first half lead. But Halifax County stayed disciplined, remained poised and closed the game strong to force overtime. In Radford both the boys and girls programs advanced to Region 2C Finals. The girls defeated Fort Chiswell 64-32, behind four three pointer from Haley Whitt. AdOther Wednesday night scores included:BOYS:Blacksburg 50, Amherst County 30Halifax County 75, Pulaski County 69, 5OTLiberty Christian 67, Fluvanna 53Floyd County 73, Fort Chiswell 39Radford 66, Glenvar 45Narrows 59, George Wythe-Wytheville 57Parry McCluer 44, Auburn 33GIRLS:Pulaski County 64, Salem 33Glenvar 52, Giles 42Radford 64, Fort Chiswell 32
Glenvar Highlanders begin official start to football season on Thursday
Read full article: Glenvar Highlanders begin official start to football season on ThursdaySALEM, Va. – Whistles blowing and sleds being pushed is typically the sound of summer preparing the boys for fall. But after a quiet 2020, the Glenvar Highlanders took to the field Thursday for the first time in over a year. There’s certainly a lot of differences between starting the football season in August and February. There’s still snow in the bleachers, but there’s no circumstance too outrageous for the Highlanders to abide by in order to play. “As long as we get to play football everyone will be happy,” defensive end Blake Custer said.
Football players at Glenvar, Patrick Henry sign to the next level
Read full article: Football players at Glenvar, Patrick Henry sign to the next levelThe Glenvar football program made history, signing two players from the same class to full-ride scholarships at the next level. “It’s crazy that I’ve played one year and I get to go play college football, Division I, I’m so thankful,” offensive lineman Jeb Secrist said. “It’s just a weight off my shoulders, it’s been hard for sure,” offensive lineman Jacob Crowder said. It’s nice to be done, know where you’re going, and just focus on the season.” Crowder is heading to Catawba College. Patrick Henry’s Roy Gunn also signed to play football at VMI on Wednesday.
William Byrd sweeps track tri-meets
Read full article: William Byrd sweeps track tri-meetsVinton, Va. – William Byrd swept an area tri-meet against Glenvar and Cave Spring on Wednesday. Byrd’s Chloe Harilla won the long jump withg a leap of 15 feet two inches. In the Boys 1000 meter run, Byrd’s Keaton Brand won the race. And in the girls 55 meter dash, it was another Byrd victory. Girls scoring: 7 events1 William Byrd High School 25 13 0 0 3 0 9 02 Glenvar High School 19 5 9 0 5 0 0 03 Cave Spring High School 16 0 8 0 0 8 0 0Boys scoring: 7 events1 William Byrd High School 29 9 8 0 3 4 5 02 Cave Spring High School 20 1 9 0 5 5 0 03 Glenvar High School 9 8 1 0 0 0 0 0
Prep sports stars sign on to College choices
Read full article: Prep sports stars sign on to College choicesRadford/Salem/Roanoke, VA – A prep signing period opens Wednesday for everyone other than football and men’s and women’s D-1 hoops. At the home of the Bobcats, Radford star volleyball player Trinity Adams is headed to SEC and national power Florida. Adams helped lead the Bobcats to a state championship right here in nearby Salem, as they defeated Poquoson for the title. And at Patrick henry, the Patriots multi-sport star Savannah Derey will play lacrosse at the next level. Lauren Pickett will play volleyball at D-2 Eckerd College, Meleah Kirtner will play hoops at ETSU and Daniel Goode will drive up I-81 and play golf for Radford.