Sports

During America's 200th birthday, a Richmond racer took on the grueling 'Le Mans' French endurance test with his team

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“Junie” Donlavey, who owned and operated a stock car racing team for more than 50 years, played a key role in the sport’s local popularity.

Matoaca softball's dream season extended; at least 7 other teams will play for state titles Saturday

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“This is the first time we’ve ever won a regional championship or been to the state semifinals. Now, it’s the first time we’ve ever been to the finals.”

Atlee baseball affirms powerhouse status in quarterfinal win

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Atlee baseball fans have become accustomed to victory. It wasn’t always that way.

Freeman girls lacrosse rolls to sixth straight state title game; boys' late rally falls short

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The Mavericks won 14-1.

New Kent baseball slugs its way into state semis

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The Trojans (23-2) exploded for six runs in the first inning and appeared headed for an easy, mercy-rule victory.

New Kent advances to state semis with softball win

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The Trojans stung Skyline with four runs in the home half of the third.

Where to watch the World Cup in Richmond

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Unfortunately for Richmonders, the closest the action will get is Philadelphia and Atlanta.