James Monroe got out to a 29-33 halftime lead but scored just five points in the third quarter en route to a 49-44 defeat.
Turnovers sting Jackets, who fall to Lord Botetourt in Class 3 championship
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‘Business as usual’ as JM girls attempt to complete perfect season
Jackets aiming for the program’s first girls basketball state championship as they take on Lord Botetourt in the Class 3 state championship game Saturday at 11 a.m. at Virginia Commonwealth University’s Siegel Center.
Cinderella Eagles look to continue improbable run in Sweet 16
UMW will face No. 8 Emory (Ga.) University Friday at 4:45 p.m. at Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut.
Jackets clip Grafton, advance to state championship game for first time in 23 years
James Monroe will play for the Class 3 state championship next Saturday at 11 a.m. against Lord Botetourt at Virginia Commonwealth University’s Siegel Center.
JM girls pull away from Hopewell to reach state semis; Riverbend boys fall to Albemarle
James Monroe will visit Grafton on Friday with a trip to the state championship game on the line. Season ends for the Riverbend and Colonial Forge boys.
Sorrentino finally ‘gets to be a fan’ after Hall of Fame coaching career
Veteran coach spent 15 years at Mountain View after winning one state championships each at Culpeper and C.D. Hylton.
Bears can’t handle sharpshooting Rams in Region 5D title game
Riverbend will visit Albemarle in Class 5 state quarterfinals on Tuesday; James Monroe girls will host Hopewell the same night.
Jenkins rings in new year with TD, relishes Super season with Eagles
Fredericksburg native and Chancellor High School alumnus saw the field in Super Bowl LIX as a tight end for the Philadelphia Eagles.
Lewis paces JM girls to first state tournament appearance in 13 years
Yellow Jackets will host Brentsville in the Region 3B championship game Thursday at 7 p.m.
King III hoping to usher in a dynasty at Riverbend
Son of former Caroline standout averaging 15.2 points per game for the Bears, who host Potomac Falls in the Region 5D semifinals Wednesday.
540 in the CFP: Locals light up the grid in pursuit of national championship
Several former Fredericksburg-area high school football standouts were represented in the inaugural 12-team College Football Playoff field.
Eagles’ impressive postseason run ends from lopsided loss to Oscar Smith
CHESAPEAKE — Throughout its run to the state playoffs, the Colonial Forge High School football team embraced the role of underdog, beating three higher seeds on the road. For just over a half on Saturday afternoon, the Eagles looked every bit the part, battling...
To reach elusive state title game, Colonial Forge must first tame powerhouse Tigers
The Eagles (10-3) will travel to Chesapeake to face Oscar Smith (13-0) in a VHSL Class 6 state semifinal at 2 p.m. on Saturday.
High school football playoff preview: Eagles, Bears seeking regional championships Friday
Colonial Forge will visit Patriot in the Region 6B championship game, while Riverbend hosts Briar Woods for the 5B crown.
High school football roundup: Thomas powers Riverbend to Region 5D title game
The season ended for Massaponax and King George after defeats in the region semifinals.
Ground and pound: Eagles use rushing attack and defense to eliminate Wolverines
Eagles avenge a regular season defeat for the second straight week, ending North Stafford’s impressive season.
Eagles avenge earlier loss to Stafford, advance in Region 6B playoffs
North Stafford, Massaponax and King George also advance in postseason play.
High school football roundup: Indians, Wolverines, Bears earn share of Commonwealth District crown
King George wins fifth straight Battlefield title; Caroline, Spotsylvania close season with victories.
Fredericksburg-area high school football playoffs scenarios explained
With just one week remaining in the high school football season, 10 local teams are in contention for Virginia High School League playoff berths.
Thomas racks up yards as Bears continue late-season surge
Thomas rushed for 324 yards and three touchdowns on 27 carries to keep the Bears (6-3 overall, 4-1 district) in a three-way stalemate for first place in the Commonwealth District.
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