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Virginia football QB Chandler Morris denied preliminary injunction in pursuit of 7th year

Virginia football QB Chandler Morris denied preliminary injunction in pursuit of 7th year

  • GREG MADIA The Daily Progress

Virginia quarterback Chandler Morris was denied a preliminary injunction in Charlottesville Circuit Court on Thursday, as the court sided with the NCAA in Morris' eligibility case.

More NFL officiating reviews for one year only? Yeah, right | Opinion

More NFL officiating reviews for one year only? Yeah, right | Opinion

  • Jarrett Bell USA TODAY

With team owners voting this week to add muscle to the NFL’s replay command center in New York, the genie has officially left the bottle. 

Virginia Tech's Brent Pry has fallen 'right back' into being a defensive coordinator

Virginia Tech's Brent Pry has fallen 'right back' into being a defensive coordinator

  • DAMIEN SORDELETT The Roanoke Times

Plus notes on Jeffrey Overton Jr. and the defensive ends.

Mullins' Miracle: How does his shot for UConn measure up to other March Madness moments?

Mullins' Miracle: How does his shot for UConn measure up to other March Madness moments?

  • NOAH TRISTER Associated Press

Until recently, Braylon Mullins was a UConn freshman whose name carried weight mostly among the true diehards. Now he's a part of NCAA Tournament lore.

No. 12 Virginia Tech softball can 'play against anybody'

No. 12 Virginia Tech softball can 'play against anybody'

  • Mark Berman

The 31-4 Hokies are on a nine-game winning streak.

2 Franklin County softball players among those to watch in Southwest Virginia

2 Franklin County softball players among those to watch in Southwest Virginia

  • Staff Report

The high school softball season is already underway, and two Franklin County Eagles were named in The Roanoke Times' list of nine players — one from each position — to keep an eye on this spring across the region.

Virginia Tech's Gurdak reportedly bound for portal

Virginia Tech's Gurdak reportedly bound for portal

  • Mark Berman

The 6-foot-10 Gurdak averaged 5.6 points, 4.4 rebounds and 17.2 minutes as a freshman.

Hokies' Pry on defensive scheme

Hokies' Pry on defensive scheme

    Tapping, twirling and 'T' signs: Sports replays have a language all their own

    Tapping, twirling and 'T' signs: Sports replays have a language all their own

      Every moment of any major sporting event can be dissected these days, with officials staring at a TV screen to review calls as much as they're watching the game.

      VMI's Johnson says he plans to enter transfer portal

      VMI's Johnson says he plans to enter transfer portal

        The fourth-year junior forward is not ruling out remaining with the Keydets.

        Roanoke County family files lawsuit against VHSL, school board over homeschool sports rule

        Roanoke County family files lawsuit against VHSL, school board over homeschool sports rule

          A Roanoke County family has filed a lawsuit against the VHSL challenging the constitutionality of Virginia's rule prohibiting homeschool students from participating in high school athletics.

          Roanoke family, Founding Freedoms Law Center announce lawsuit against VHSL, Roanoke County School Board over home school athletic participation rules

          Roanoke family, Founding Freedoms Law Center announce lawsuit against VHSL, Roanoke County School Board over home school athletic participation rules

            Roanoke family, Founding Freedoms Law Center announce lawsuit against VHSL, Roanoke County School Board over home school athletic participation rules

            Ken Clay, Lynchburg native who pitched on Yankees' world championship teams in 1977-78, dies at age 71

            Ken Clay, Lynchburg native who pitched on Yankees' world championship teams in 1977-78, dies at age 71

              Ken Clay, who won World Series championships with the New York Yankees in 1977-78 to highlight his five-year major league career, has died at the age of 71.

              March Madness: Here's what to watch from each of the Final Four teams in the men's field

              March Madness: Here's what to watch from each of the Final Four teams in the men's field

                Here are storylines to watch on each of the teams that will play in Saturday's national semifinals in Indianapolis.

                High School

                2 Franklin County softball players among those to watch in Southwest Virginia

                2 Franklin County softball players among those to watch in Southwest Virginia

                The high school softball season is already underway, and two Franklin County Eagles were named in The Roanoke Times' list of nine players — one from each position — to keep an eye on this spring across the region.

                Roanoke County family files lawsuit against VHSL, school board over homeschool sports rule

                Roanoke County family files lawsuit against VHSL, school board over homeschool sports rule

                A Roanoke County family has filed a lawsuit against the VHSL challenging the constitutionality of Virginia's rule prohibiting homeschool students from participating in high school athletics.

                Photos: Saturday's VHSL state basketball action in Richmond

                Photos: Saturday's VHSL state basketball action in Richmond

                The final day of state championship games at the Siegel Center

                Photos: Clarke County, Graham, Galax, Luray win state basketball titles

                Photos: Clarke County, Graham, Galax, Luray win state basketball titles

                Scenes from the second day of state championship basketball games in Richmond

                College

                Virginia football QB Chandler Morris denied preliminary injunction in pursuit of 7th year

                Virginia football QB Chandler Morris denied preliminary injunction in pursuit of 7th year

                Virginia quarterback Chandler Morris was denied a preliminary injunction in Charlottesville Circuit Court on Thursday, as the court sided with the NCAA in Morris' eligibility case.

                Virginia Tech's Brent Pry has fallen 'right back' into being a defensive coordinator

                Virginia Tech's Brent Pry has fallen 'right back' into being a defensive coordinator

                Plus notes on Jeffrey Overton Jr. and the defensive ends.

                Mullins' Miracle: How does his shot for UConn measure up to other March Madness moments?

                Mullins' Miracle: How does his shot for UConn measure up to other March Madness moments?

                Until recently, Braylon Mullins was a UConn freshman whose name carried weight mostly among the true diehards. Now he's a part of NCAA Tournament lore.

                No. 12 Virginia Tech softball can 'play against anybody'

                No. 12 Virginia Tech softball can 'play against anybody'

                The 31-4 Hokies are on a nine-game winning streak.

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                2 Franklin County softball players among those to watch in Southwest Virginia

                2 Franklin County softball players among those to watch in Southwest Virginia

                Virginia Tech's Gurdak reportedly bound for portal

                Virginia Tech's Gurdak reportedly bound for portal

                Virginia women seek to keep historic March Madness run going in Sweet 16

                Virginia women seek to keep historic March Madness run going in Sweet 16

                Shopping

                5 Best THC Gummies of 2025

                5 Best THC Gummies of 2025

                Affiliate content. Find the best options for THC gummies in 2025. 

                Data: Americans Spending Less Time, More Money on Shopping

                Data: Americans Spending Less Time, More Money on Shopping

                Buying things takes less time these days — you can have your week’s groceries, a new outfit and a used car headed to your front door in a matter of hours, thanks to technology. But this convenience comes with a price. New data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics reveals fewer people are shopping on...

                Some Big Stores Are Cutting Prices to Woo Back Grocery Shoppers

                Some Big Stores Are Cutting Prices to Woo Back Grocery Shoppers

                Now that grocery inflation seems to have eased, retailers are clamoring to offer more and better discounts that will get shoppers back to their stores this summer. With an announcement Wednesday, Walgreens joined a growing list of national brands, which also includes Target and Amazon Fresh, that are touting price cuts on an array of...

                Candy prices are up. Here’s why, and how to save on Halloween

                Candy prices are up. Here’s why, and how to save on Halloween

                Beyond overall inflation, which rose 3.7% year over year since September 2023, there are a few more reasons why candy is so expensive right now. 

                Professional

                More NFL officiating reviews for one year only? Yeah, right | Opinion

                More NFL officiating reviews for one year only? Yeah, right | Opinion

                With team owners voting this week to add muscle to the NFL’s replay command center in New York, the genie has officially left the bottle. 

                Tapping, twirling and 'T' signs: Sports replays have a language all their own

                Tapping, twirling and 'T' signs: Sports replays have a language all their own

                Every moment of any major sporting event can be dissected these days, with officials staring at a TV screen to review calls as much as they're watching the game.

                Lawmakers warn Martinsville Speedway could face future race losses amid industry pressure

                Lawmakers warn Martinsville Speedway could face future race losses amid industry pressure

                One of NASCAR’s oldest and most storied venues could again be at risk of losing major race dates, a concern driving the creation of a new Virginia Motorsports Caucus aimed at preserving the sport’s future across the state.

                Tiger Woods released on bail hours after arrest at crash scene on suspicion of DUI

                Tiger Woods released on bail hours after arrest at crash scene on suspicion of DUI

                Tiger Woods showed signs of impairment Friday at the scene of a car crash in which he struck another vehicle and rolled his Land Rover, authorities said.

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