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Local sports memories spotlight regional stars and coaches
The writer recalls encounters with notable figures from West Liberty to the Steelers and Blue Jays, praising coaches' impact and listing regional players who rose to major leagues. He notes current talent like Jake Watters and Ahmad Bradshaw, and reflects on how area athletes excel beyond on field glory, urging fans to visit games to spot future all stars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bluefield
Ahmad Bradshaw
New York
Northfork
Tommy Beasley
Steelers
Bowen Field
Vladimir Guerrero Jr
Bluefield Blue Jays
Princeton Devil Rays
H.P. Hunnicutt
Josh Hamilton
Carl Crawford
Gene Smith
West Virginia Mountaineer
Michael Vick
Virginia Tech Hokies
Marshall University
Byron Leftwich
Jake Watters
Rocky Gap
Bland County
WVU
Watters
Virginias
Tazewell
Billy Wagner
New Concord
Drew Bailey
Bluefield State University