Pickleball Tops Sports Growth Slugfest In U S
The piece notes a pandemic driven sports surge led by pickleball, now the fastest growing sport ahead of golf which remains strong. It cites Sports and Fitness Industry Association data placing pickleball ahead of Alpine biking and winter fat biking, with golf dropping to fourth. It mentions golf boom since 2020, repeated court battles between tennis and pickleball players, and outlines pickleball’s indoor or outdoor play and suitability for singles or doubles. Kip Ritenour is listed for contact.
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Dickerson and Diamond Earn All-State Honors
Warren County juniors Ava Dickerson and Marcellus Diamond earned All-State honors at the Class 3 state track finals at Liberty University in Lynchburg. Dickerson placed eighth in the girls high jump at 5-0, reflecting on her first season and praising coaches Heniff and Melish for guidance during a competitive debut.
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Cardinals start slow in 2024 Valley League season
Front Royal Cardinals open 2024 with three home losses at Bing Crosby Stadium totaling 35 5 and a lone win over Winchester Royals. Manager Brian Wirth cites a young squad forming with hopes to improve quickly as the team faces upcoming games at Purcellville New Market and Woodstock.
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New Cardinals manager vows to pursue quick success
Front Royal's new manager Brian Wirth says he aims to lead the Cardinals to a strong Valley Baseball League season. The St John’s volunteer assistant coach notes his excitement and long-term pursuit of winning, citing recent work with Charlottesville Tom Sox to learn competitiveness.
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Hawks track team fails to medal at state meet in Lynchburg VA
Skyline Hawks track and field qualified 20 athletes from boys and girls squads but had no All-State performers. An ankle injury to junior Ahshan Abul-Qasim hindered scoring as relays performed well but faced stiff competition. Boys leader Louden Schucker placed 13th in the 1,600.
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