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EDA Offered VCU Lease Extension While Ordering Squirrels Out of the Diamond by Billy Briefman
Originally reported by The Richmonder . Richmond Economic Development Authority officials offered Virginia Commonwealth University the option to extend its leas
JMU Athletic Programs Set for Move to American Athletic Conference by 2028 by Billy Briefman
James Madison University will leave the Sun Belt Conference to join the American Athletic Conference by 2028, according to a report from WRIC 8News. Originally
Pannholzer Scores, Fillion Stars as Kickers Fall 2-1 to League-leading Charlotte by Ford Prior
The Richmond Kickers lost 2-1 to league-leaders Charlotte, with Tarik Pannholzer scoring and Yann-Alexandre Fillion making key saves.
New Coaches, Fresh Rosters: Richmond High School Football Kicks Off This Week by Billy Briefman
After a Wild Offseason, Kickoff Week Arrives for Richmond High School Football Originally reported by The Richmonder. The Richmonder High school football teams
Hokies Football Valuation Rivals Professional Sports Teams, New Report Finds by Billy Briefman
Virginia Tech Football Team Worth More Than Some Major League Sports Franchises, Report Says A new report indicates the Virginia Tech football program holds a m
Flying Squirrels Fireworks Malfunction Captured on Video at CarMax Park by Billy Briefman
Video Shows Flying Squirrels Post-Game Fireworks Malfunction Video footage captured a fireworks display malfunctioning at CarMax Park following a Richmond Flyin
Soccer fans attend FIFA World Cup watch party at City Stadium by Billy Briefman
The Richmond Kickers hosted a watch party at City Stadium for the FIFA World Cup final game that featured fun activities, food trucks and more!
RVA Soccer Fans Pack Local Bars and Venues as World Cup Fever Hits New Highs by Billy Briefman
Richmond Soccer Fans Pack Local Venues for World Cup Watch Parties Richmond soccer enthusiasts are filling local establishments to capacity as World Cup excitem
Ferran Torres’ Stoppage-time Heroics Lift Spain to World Cup Title Over Argentina by Billy Briefman
Spain Wins World Cup Title With 1-0 Extra-Time Victory Over Argentina Originally reported by AP Virginia (Google News). AP Virginia (Google News) Spain captured
MLS Aims to Turn World Cup Momentum Into a New Generation of American Fans by Billy Briefman
Major League Soccer Targets New Fans Following World Cup Conclusion Originally reported by NPR News. NPR News Major League Soccer aims to convert international
European Giants France and Spain Square Off for Spot in World Cup Final by Billy Briefman
France and Spain Meet in Star-Studded World Cup Semifinal Originally reported by NPR News. NPR News France and Spain face off in a high-stakes semifinal match t
World Cup Moves to Round of 32: What to Know as Knockout Play Begins by Billy Briefman
Onto the Knockout Round: 4 Takeaways From the FIFA World Cup So Far Originally reported by NPR News. NPR News The 2026 FIFA World Cup enters the knockout round
Photos: USWNT Battles Australia in High-stakes World Cup Day 9 Matchup by Billy Briefman
U.S. Women’s National Team Faces Australia During Ninth Day of World Cup Competition Originally reported by AP Virginia (Google News). AP Virginia (Google News)
USMNT Shuts Out Australia 2-0 to Win Group and Advance to World Cup Knockout Stage by Billy Briefman
U.S. Men’s National Team Secures Group Title With Shutout Over Australia Originally reported by AP Virginia (Google News). AP Virginia (Google News) The U.S. me
Richmond Kickers Search for New Leadership After Darren Sawatzky’s Departure by Billy Briefman
Richmond Kickers Part Ways With Head Coach Darren Sawatzky The Richmond Kickers announced the departure of Head Coach Darren Sawatzky on June 15 following a lea
Sparse Crowds for World Cup Opener as Empty Seats Dot Levi’s Stadium by Billy Briefman
Empty Red Seats Mark World Cup Opener at Levi’s Stadium Originally reported by NPR News. NPR News Visible patches of empty red seating defined the atmosphere at
Balogun Scores Twice as USMNT Cruises Past Paraguay in World Cup Opener by Billy Briefman
Folarin Balogun Scores Twice as US Men’s National Team Defeats Paraguay in World Cup Opener Originally reported by AP Virginia (Google News). AP Virginia (Googl
U.S. Men’s National Team Kicks Off 2026 World Cup Quest Against Paraguay by Billy Briefman
U.S. Men’s National Team Faces Paraguay in World Cup Opening Match Originally reported by NPR News. NPR News The U.S. Men’s National Team begins its 2026 World
The World Cup is starting. Here's what to know and how to watch by Billy Briefman
This summer, 48 men's national teams will compete in the World Cup's biggest tournament ever. Here are a few of the basics to get you started.
Empty Rooms: World Cup Hotel Bookings Fail to Hit Expected Targets by Billy Briefman
Hotels Face World Cup Booking Shortfall as Reservations Trail Projections Originally reported by NPR News. NPR News Hotel operators face significant challenges
Rising Ticket Prices Spark World Cup Boycott Movemvent Among Soccer Fans by Billy Briefman
Fans Organize FIFA World Cup Boycott Over Rising Ticket Costs Originally reported by NPR News. NPR News Soccer supporter groups are organizing a boycott of the
Free Hydration Returns to City Stadium as Kickers and Ivy Kick Off 2026 by Billy Briefman
Richmond Water brings back its popular refill stations for a third consecutive year — and is looking for sponsors to join the mission.
Richmond's CarMax Park Is Almost Here — And the Countdown Is On by Billy Briefman
After 15 years of waiting, Richmond's Flying Squirrels are days away from Opening Night at a brand-new ballpark that promises to be more than a place to watch b