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Matoaca’s Carpenter, Meadowbrook’s Ellis earn all-state honors

By VN Staff on April 8, 2020 Basketball, Sports

BY WALTER SCOTT JR. Matoaca’s Jordan Carpenter After an impressive season, Matoaca’s forward Jordan Carpenter earned second team all-state honors for class 5. At 5-9, the senior averaged a double-double this season with 11.5 points, and 12.9 rebounds per game. Not only was she a good player for the Warriors on offense, but she was also an outstanding defender. On the defensive end she averaged 4.7 steals, and 5.2 blocks a game. Jordan Carpenter Carpenter’s best game came on January 7 against Dinwiddie, where she displayed that excellent play on both sides of the ball. She scored a triple-double- 21…

Jordan Carpenter fights for a rebound.

Matoaca’s Carpenter gets big in-state offer

By VN Staff on April 2, 2020 Basketball

By Luke Krausse In the midst of a 20-win season, offers started to roll in for Matoaca standout Jordan Carpenter. The 5-9 forward reeled in another this past week, this time from in-state Virginia Union. “Jordan is a communicator, defensive player, and leader,” said Matoaca girls’ basketball coach Glenna Lewis. Carpenter averaged 11.5 points per game, 12.9 rebounds per game, and 5.2 blocks per game in her senior season. The forward has received numerous Division III roster spot offers including Averett, Bridgewater, Mary Washington, Roanoke College, and Shenandoah. Also, Carpenter has received full rides from Claflin and Shaw University, as…

Kylon Lewis

Lewis nets 2nd team all-state honors

By VN Staff on April 2, 2020 Basketball

By Walter Scott Jr. A season to remember has ended with an accolade to remember for Thomas Dale guard Kylon Lewis. The junior earned VHSL All-State Class 6 second team honors. At 6-4 and 170 pounds, Lewis was phenomenal for the Knights. His talent helped the team to their first region title in 19 years and a state tournament appearance. On the year, Lewis averaged 15.9 points and 3.1 assists per game. Lewis was a part of the 2018-19 team that won just five games. His play and development on the court helped drive Dale to 20 wins in 2019-20. …

Matoaca’s Lewis, Coleman get new offers

By VN Staff on April 2, 2020 Football

By Luke Krausse Troy Lewis, a threat on both sides of the ball for Matoaca, has received his fourth offer. His latest comes from the Air Force. With his ability, Lewis has also previously received offers from William & Mary, Massachusetts, and Navy. In his junior season, Lewis had 672 all-purpose yards with five touchdown receptions and six total touchdowns. On the defensive end, he had 16 tackles and one interception. Lewis is a leader on his team, and he is always looking for ways to improve. The 6-3, 190-pound junior puts in a lot of work in the offseason,…

Thomas Dale’s Jones, Saunders commit

By Josh Mathews on April 2, 2020 Football, Sports

BY LUKE KRAUSSE Judah Jones, who is primarily a defensive player, made his decision to play at North Carolina Wesleyan. The 5-11, 175-pound senior played both outside linebacker and free safety. In the 2019 season, he had 103 tackles, four sacks, one interception, and one fumble recovery. He was one of the best linebackers in the region. Jones is also a big time hitter who makes plays in the backfield, recording 10 tackles for loss last season. Crishuan Saunders, a hybrid of defensive back and linebacker for th knights, made his commitment to Lackawanna Community College. In the 2019 season,…

Shamus Jones

Four Knights, one Skyhawk invited to showcase skills in Hawaii

By VN Staff on March 26, 2020 Football

By Luke Krausse Shamus Jones- linebacker/wide receiver Shamus Jones Shamus Jones, a defensive and offensive standout at Thomas Dale, has received an invitation to play in the 2021 Hawaii Tiki Bowl Senior All-Star Game this coming winter. “Shamus is a tall and athletic LB/WR, [who] has been a two year starter on varsity,” Coach Kevin Tucker said. Jones is a 6-2, 190-pound junior who totaled 7 receptions and 110 receiving yards last season in his limited time on offense. However, he starred on Dale’s defense. “He has steadily improved his defensive game play and developed into a D1 linebacker,”…

Girls’ Soccer Preview

By VN Staff on March 11, 2020 Soccer

By Walter Scott Jr. Thomas Dale Coach: David Tual Record last year: 7-6-1 Players to watch: V Eddington, Chloe Dowlen, Taylor Boehm Eddington and Dowlen have great vision and range on the field, and they are also the heart of the team. Boehm is an aggressive goalie who makes big saves in tough situations. These players will lead a young roster after what was a bit of a down year for a proud program. Seniors on the roster: V Eddington, Mia Lofties, Madison Swift, Peyton McLean Keys to success: The defense can disrupt attacks and force turnovers. Strong leadership in…

Boys’ Soccer Preview

By VN Staff on March 11, 2020 Soccer

By Luke Krausse Thomas Dale Coach: Griff Fowler Record last year: 16-4-1 Players to watch: Hawkins Adcock, Carlos Padilla, and Tyler Gross Thomas Dale will be hungry to return to the state tournament after a first-round loss in 2019. Dale will be defensively strong as Adcock, Padilla, and Gross will take the lead. Adcock’s soccer IQ will push him and the Knights to succeed. Padilla and Gross are both defensive playmakers. Seniors on the roster: Hawkins Adcock, Tyler Gross , Carlos Padilla, Chris Kuda, Emmanuel Oyewole, Mike Oyewole, Connor West, Alex Escobar, Louie-Xavier Bilodeau Keys to success: Thomas Dale will…

Baseball Preview

By VN Staff on March 11, 2020 Baseball

By Luke Krausse Thomas Dale Coach: Scott Hueston Record last year: 14-3 Players to watch: Cole Garrett, Rafael Rodriguez, Chris Fredette, Johnny Oates, Camden Weston Thomas Dale has a talented core, led by catcher Garrett, who is committed to VMI. Rodriguez, a strong option at shortstop, is committed to Norfolk State. Fredette, an outfielder, is committed to Paul D. Camp Community College, and pitcher Justin Berger will head to Mid-Atlantic Christian Academy. Two juniors, Oates and Weston, will also look to make an impact this season. In short, this is a talented roster. Seniors on the roster: Cole Garrett, Rapheal…

Tennis Preview

By VN Staff on March 11, 2020 Tennis

By Walter Scott Jr. Thomas Dale Record last year: 6-9 Coach: Michael Zuk Players to watch: Minh Nguyen, Evan Moody Team captain Nguyen won four matches at No. 2 in 2019. The University of Lynchburg is interested in his services. A calm competitor, Moody bounced around among seeds 3, 4 and 5, winning five matches. Seniors on the roster: Minh Nguyen, Cameron Tucker Keys to success: Zuk said that he would like to be more competitive. If the team stays focused and on their toes, this can happen. Nguyen and Moody will need to lead the way in tough matches. Meadowbrook…

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