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Fast Break!

The joy of going up strong and grabbing a rebound wasn’t lost on Kai Ward during Nottoway Youth Rec. Association basketball Saturday morning, Feb. 3rd. More than 200 children ages 4 thru 18 are playing in this year’s league, sponsored by the Nottoway Youth Recreation Association (NYRA). Kai is a players in the NYRA’s Instructional League age division.

Hardwood Talent

Among those scoring baskets in the Instructional division Saturday in Nottoway Youth basketball were Josiah Clark (left) and Harrison Hudgins, Jr. More than 200 children ages 4 thru 18 are playing in this year’s league, sponsored by the Nottoway Youth Recreation Association (NYRA).

Official Time-Out

Coaching Nottoway Instructional youth basketball is more than just lay-up drills, drawing-up plays, and making sure all your subs play. Coach Shyesha Booker also makes sure her players’ shoes are tied. Coach Booker is shown here tending to Ezekiel Ward (left), while Tyriq Robinson reads the opposing team’s defense.

Lady Cougars Don’t Quit

It’s been a tough season for the 1-14 Nottoway Lady Cougars but that hasn’t stopped them from giving it their all on the hardwood. FROM LEFT: Sora Watson shoots a lay-up, Hailey Turner drives through traffic, and Velincia Coles maintains control under pressure. These images were taken by Carole Hagaman during Nottoway’s 46-14 home loss Jan. 29th to Greensville.

GRANT PROJECT IN JEOPARDY?

Proof of ownership said key in Bottom

Taylor Bottom is the next schedule neighborhood grant project for the Town of Blackstone, but local officials are concerned that some property owners may not be prepared. Town Manager Philip Vannoorbeeck told Council at its Jan. 22nd meeting that a letter has been sent to residents, asking them to get together all deeds and leases. “I think we’re going to […]

Varsity Kavs Roll

Kenston Forest’s varsity boys’ basketball team took care of visting Blessed Sacrament Huguenot last Friday night, 54- 35. Among the Kavaliers giving it their all were Dayton Williams, Jr. (left photo) and Graham Sledd.

Lady Kavs Win

Kenston Forest’s varsity girls’ basketball team defeated visiting Blessed Sacrament Huguenot, 47-31, Friday night at Alumni Court. Libbie Calhoun (left) and Bryce Davidson were among those driving to the basket. Photos courtesy of Carole Hagaman

PEACH BOWL CHAMPS!

Ole Miss outlook bright for duo from Nottoway Nottoway County has not one but two Peach Bowl champions. Tyler Banks of Blackstone and Cephas Pettis of Crewe, both members of Nottoway High’s Class of 2022, are among the Ole Miss Rebels celebrating their team’s 38-25 victory over #10 Penn State. Both former Cougars are members of the University of Mississippi’s […]


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