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Law ﬁrm, council talk about rail By Logan Barry for The Hanover Local

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Zachary Davis, left, and Nathaniel Miles recently attended the 2016 Youth Conservation Camp at Virginia Tech.

Davis and Miles attend Youth Conservation Camp

LACKSBURG — Zachary Davis, a student at The Carmel School, and Nathaniel Miles, a Patrick Henry High School student, recently attended the Youth Conservation Camp at Virginia Tech. They were sponsored by the Hanover-Caroline Soil and Water Conservation District. The annual camp is geared to high school students who are interested in expanding their knowledge and experience with the environment and natural resources. Campers participate in hands-on, largely outdoor experiences intended to expose them to such topics as water ecology, watersheds, agricultural best management prac-

tices, urban forestry, wildlife, fisheries management and more. For the upcoming camp, eligible attendees must reside in Hanover or Caroline counties and be enrolled in grades 9 through 12 of the 2016-2017 academic school year. Twelfth graders who graduate in May, June, July or August 2017 are eligible to attend. Interested students are encouraged to contact the Hanover-Caroline SWCD at 804-537-3009/3019 or Pattie Bland, ppbland@hanovercounty.gov to receive an application packet. Materials will be available in January for the 2017 camp. Information submitted by Pattie Bland.

ASHLAND — Lobbyists from the law firm of Williams Mullen’s Government Group recently discussed with Ashland Town Council the municipality’s opposition with the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT) concerning the DC2RVA high-speed rail proposal. The rail issue topped the agenda for the Sept. 20 regular council meeting. Council hired the Williams Mullen firm in response to the potential addition of a third rail proposed by the DRPT. If approved, the high-speed rail would roll straight through Ashland alongside the two existing railroad tracks that already pass through the town. Kenneth Hutcheson, director of government affairs for Williams Mullen’s Richmond location and vice chairman of the law firm’s government relations practice group, along with attorney and state lobbyist Patrick Cushing, have been appointed as advocates for the town during future negotiations with the state. In addition to representing the town with negotiations between Ashland and the DRPT, they have and will continue to be dealing with the Commonwealth Transportation Board (CTB). At last week’s meeting, Hutcheson provided an overview of what their current perspec-

tive is in regards to Ashland’s issue with the addition of a third track. He explained to council that their intentions for the presentation they introduced at the Sept. 20 meeting were to outline the lobbyists’ role in the case. On that same Tuesday, the CTB held a morning workshop as well as project tours later that afternoon to produce further con-

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Ashland Town Council discussed the high-speed rail proposal with lobbyists from the law firm of Williams Mullen’s Government Group. The talks dominated last week’s regular council meeting. The town has voted to oppose the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation plan.

versations regarding the DRPT’s high-speed rail proposal. Speaking about the process in how the case may play out in later dates, Hutcheson wanted to give council an idea of how it may look in terms of their roles as the town’s representation. Further explaining their predicted roles, Hutcheson told

council members that they “envision advising the town on matters and goals predicated on deadlines contained within the documents released today.” He added how they envision their relationship with key elected officials being an asset to the town as the process continues. Acknowledging how their schedule in this matter is tightly packed, Cushing emphasized particular dates that are considered to be extremely important concerning the lobbying process. Referring to the CTB workshop earlier that morning, Hutcheson boasted that Ashland’s voice was by the far the strongest. “One thing that has been evident to us since we’ve been engaged is that the town is united. And that is tremendously helpful as we’re going forward trying to develop strategies,” said Hutcheson. “This morning, it’s safe to say that Ashland dominated the public commenting period.” The Town of Ashland and Hanover County were represented at the council meeting. Also attending were members of the Ashland Main Street Association and Families Under the Rail. Council member Kathy Abbott talked about how all those parties voiced their opinions to the CBT. Abbott and Vice Mayor James Murray were expected to echo Ashland’s position to the CTB again on Wednesday, Sept. 21.

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Riding center helps students build conﬁdence Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com DOSWELL — Springwood Station, a riding center in Doswell, recently was opened by founding owners Sherry Mooney and Walter Puga. Mooney said Springwood Station is different from other stables in the Richmond area in that it focuses “on safety, confidence building from the ground up and use of champion Arabian show horses.” “Safety for the riders and horses is our number one focus,” Mooney said. “If you have safe experiences around horses, it helps build confidence while being around the horse on the ground and on its back.” Beginner riders learn Western pleasure at their own pace in private lessons from the ground up, allowing them to ask questions and learn skills without feeling overshadowed by students in group lessons. Champion Arabian show

horses are another difference. Mooney said each horse at Springwood Station was acquired for its bloodline, conformation and disposition. The combination of these three helps in the trainability of the horse. These horses have received years of professional training from top Arabian trainers. The result is many awards at the Regional and National Arabian horse shows across the U.S. “The best part is,” Mooney continued, “students get to experience what it is like to be around exceptionally well trained horses.” Not all students want to ride though. Some students are perfectly happy just hanging out with a horse and brushing its mane. And many students want to learn more than just riding. They may even want to own a horse and show it. Many students aren’t how much horses offer. “The Carrot Club is for individuals who want to spend

time around horses but have no interest in riding,” Mooney said. “They pick a time to come out and brush and graze a specific horse. Lots of people really enjoy the bond they share with the horses. It’s relaxing and gives them a break from the regular stresses of life.” Other learning programs include: Horsemanship 101 Fun Friday Mini-Clinics Rider’s Confidence Building Ground Control In-Hand Clinics Soft Hands, Seat & Leg Workshop Equi-Stretch for Riders Horse Buying 101 Showmanship Mooney said Springwood Station continues to expand its teaching avenues of horse care, health, and showing for beginner and intermediate riders. “The center aims to educate new riders to ride safely, effectively and to develop a pas-

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Safety is first and foremost for riders and horses at the Spring Station riding center in Doswell.

sion for horsemanship in a well proven and thorough system.” Springwood Station is located at 15400 Blunts Bridge Rd. in Doswell. For more information, visit www.springwoodstation.com, email springwoodstation@ comcast.net or call Mooney or Puga at 804-746-4072.

Fifth Annual ‘Pup Crawl’ set Oct. 22 Bridge Club Staff Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND – On Saturday, Oct. 22, thanks to the Hanover Humane Society, dog lovers will have the opportunity to bring their favorite canine companion to take part in the Fifth Annual “Pup Crawl.” This year’s walk will begin at 7:30 p.m. at the Municipal Building at 101 Thompson St. in Ashland. Registration gets underway at 6:30 p.m. The moonlight stroll is 1.5 miles through the Town of Ashland. The registration fee of $25 and includes a goody bag, event t-shirt, a decorative doggy waste bag holder, a doggy bandana, and a LED dog leash for your faithful companion.

Register for the “Light Up the Night” contest and decorate you and your canine companion with LED lights, glow sticks, etc., with prizes awarded for creativity. At the end of the event, refreshments will be available and prizes will be awarded for participants that collect the most pledges. All registration materials are available for download at www. hanoverhumanesociety.org. For more information, email info@hanoverhumanesociety.org. The Hanover Humane Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit entity for IRS tax purposes. All proceeds for this event will be used to support Hanover Humane’s animal adoption, education, and prevention programs.

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MECHANICSVILLE — Hanover County Parks and Recreation has a free Bridge club that meets monthly on the first, third and fifth Tuesday. Join other experienced Bridge players for a day of playing this ever popular card game. Bridge club meets from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Pole Green Community Center at 8996 Pole Green Park Ln. in Mechanicsville. Participants are asked to bring their lunch and have some fun. All levels are welcome with new players welcome as other Bridge players can help instruct you. For more information, call 804-3657150 or email parksandrec@hanovercounty.gov. Information submitted by Nikodemas M. Reikalas, recreation coordinator, Hanover County Parks and Recreation.

Third Annual Growl-O-Ween to be held Oct. 30 at COTU Parks. For more information, contact COTU (info@cotubrewing.com) at 804-368-0299, the Hanover Humane Society (info@hanoverhumanesociety.org), or Friends of Hanover Dog Parks (FriendsofHDP@gmail. com) The Hanover Humane Society is a 501(c)( 3) nonprofit entity located in Ashland. The Hanover Humane Society provides animal adoption, education, and prevention services for residents in Hanover County, Virginia and the surrounding counties. Friends of Hanover Dog Parks is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that promotes the health and welfare of companion animals and their owners through education and recreation. The Friends work in close cooperation with Hanover County to support and create off-leash dog parks.

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ASHLAND – The third annual “Growl-OWeen” Dog Halloween Fest will be presented by the Hanover Humane Society and the Friends of Hanover Dog Parks from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30. This year’s event, which is free to the public, is being held at the Center of the Universe Brewing Company at 11293 Air Park Road in the Ashland Airpark. Free on-site parking will be available. Humans and their favorite canine companion(s) may participate in various contests (Best Trick Contest, Howling Contest, and a Main Event Costume Contest) and dog-related activities in the midway. While cash is preferred, all major credit cards will be accepted. All proceeds will benefit the Hanover Humane Society and Friends of Hanover Dog

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Suspect fled scene of an accident in the 7000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike. Suspect damaged victim’s property in the 7300 block of Jackson Avenue.

Suspect passed a stopped school bus in the 9400 block of Chamberlayne Road.

Suspect used victim’s vehicle without permission in the 11200 block of Leadbetter Road.

Suspect threatened victim in the 8000 drive of Berkwood Drive.

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Suspect damaged victim’s property in the 8300 block of Windsor Drive.

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Suspect fled the scene of an accident in the 8400 block of Peaks Road and Colefield Drive.

Suspect stole items from listed location in the 3100 block of Old Church Road.

Suspect stole items from listed location in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road.

Identity fraud use of identifying information to defraud was reported in the 11000 block of Fox Hound Court.

An overdose was reported in the 8200 block of Christopher Paul Drive.

A grand larceny was reported to a building in the 6400 block of Lakevista Drive.

A grand larceny of $200 or more not from a person was reported in the 1500 block of Crowning Brook Lane.

An accident that the driver did not report with damage of $1,000 was reported in the 8700 block of Creighton Parkway.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 8000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike. Identity fraud use of identifying information to defraud was reported in the

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Ashland business honored for outstanding revenue performance Contributed Report news@mechlocal.com ASHLAND — David E. Butler and Alexis Paige McDowell of SERVPRO of Hanover, Goochland and Caroline counties were recognized with the Chairman’s Bronze award for outstanding revenue performance during an awards ceremony at the 47th Annual SERVPRO® Convention. A record-setting group of more than 2800 franchise owners, key staff and corporate representatives attended the convention, which was held June 26-30 at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. “While building a successful small business takes work and dedication, our success is also a reflection of the support

and exceptional disaster remediation solutions and training we receive as a member of the SERVPRO franchise network,” said Butler. “We are proud to accept this award on behalf of our business and our employees, and are grateful to SERVPRO for giving us the tools, framework and training we need to be both successful and a resource to our community when disaster strikes.” The Awards Extravaganza event was a highlight of this year’s convention, which was organized around the theme “All In.” The week of workshops and networking was designed to unite franchise owners, team members, distributors, associates and corporate employees. The program featured a keynote address by motivational

speaker Connie Podesta (http://conniepodesta.com/) and 28 workshop sessions focused on leadership training and providing resources designed to help each Franchise grow and better serve their community. “SERVPRO understands running a small business is a challenge,” said Sue Steen, chief executive officer of Servpro Industries Inc. “Our annual convention gives us the opportunity to recognize individual franchisees that have excelled at building their business, as well as enhancing SERVPRO’s reputation as an industry leader in disaster cleanup, restoration and remediation services. We offer our sincere congratulations to this year’s award winners and to all of the dedicated professionals who work hard every day to

provide world-class service to their customers.” For more information about SERVPRO of Hanover, Goochland and Caroline, contact Butler at 804-730-6788 or dbutler@servprohanover.com or visit www.SERVPRO.com. ——About SERVPRO® Founded in 1967, the SERVPRO® Franchise System provides fire and water cleanup and restoration services and mold mitigation and remediation. SERVPRO’s professional services network of more than 1,700 individually owned and operated franchises responds to property damage emergencies ranging from small individual disasters to multi-million-dollar large-loss events.

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Post 175 to host 3rd Annual Casino Night M E C HA N IC S V I L L E – Mechanicsville American Legion Post 175 will host its 3rd Annual Casino Night & Auction from 6 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 8, at the Post Home at 8700 Bell Creek Rd. in Mechanicsville. The fundraiser will benefit the Legion baseball team, Boys and Girls State and JROTC, as well as other Post 175 projects. Heavy hors d’oeuvres will be served from 6 to 9 p.m. Beverage and an open bar will be available from 6 to 10:30 p.m. The live auction will get underway at 7 p.m., an gaming begins at 7:30 p.m. Attire is black tie optional. Ticket price is $50 per person and they may be purchased at Mechanicsville Drug Store and AAppliance, by calling 804-814-4597 or from any Post member. Sponsors for the evening are: Primerica Pollard National Network, SMG Richmond, Hermitage Automation & Controls, R&A Rue & Associates, Peoples Community Bank, Pittman

Construction and Renovation LLC. Commonwealth Construction, Union First Market Bank, Gary Higginbotham Auto Sales, Ridge Point Realty, Atwood’s Printing, EVB, Bennett Funeral Homes.

IF YOU GO 3rd Annual Casino Night & Auction from 6 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 8, at the Post Home at 8700 Bell Creek Rd. in Mechanicsville.

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| Death Notices & Funerals FRANK BISHOP IV Frank “Blair” IV Bishop, 56, of Goochland, passed away Tuesday, September 20, 2016, after a long illness. He was preceded in death by his mother, Marjorie Bishop. He is survived by his father, Frank Bishop III; a daughter, Whitney Bishop; a sister, Cynthia Pearce of Rockville; two granddaughters, McKenzie and Alexis; long-term companion, Sandra Combs; and extended family. A memorial service was held at 2 p.m. Saturday, September 24, 2016, at the West Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home at 11020 W. Broad Street. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Shriners Hospital for Children, care of ACCA Temple, 1712 Bellevue Ave., Richmond, VA 23227.

JOEL GREENWOOD Joel Michael Greenwood, of Doswell, passed away suddenly on September 16, 2016. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Karen Greenwood; his son, Ryan and his wife, Shannon; his son, Randy; and his parents, John and Jane Greenwood. Joel owned and operated Blackwater Manufacturing in Ashland. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Thursday, September 22, 2016, at the Taylorsville Baptist Church at 15415 Taylorsville Road in Doswell. Interment followed in the church cemetery. In lieu GREENWOOD of flowers, contributions can be made to Greenwood Memorial Fund, 500 England St., Ashland, VA 23005. Nelsen Funeral Home, Reid Chapel, at 412 South Washington Highway in Ashland was in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.nelsenashland.com.

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Thinking of friends who won their battles By Melody Kinser Managing Editor

s we prepare for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the lives of two friends — one in my hometown and one here — have been on my mind a lot lately. Both, thankfully, have come out of the fight as survivors. But, it’s been a rough road and their spirit is

inspiring. The friend in my hometown learned two years ago she had breast cancer and underwent a double mastectomy. I had seen her just weeks before she learned the terrible news. Bubbly is a word to describe her. I don’t know that I ever saw her sullen or somber — and we’ve been friends for 38 years. She did endure the side effects associated with chemotherapy but remained optimistic and, most of all, held to her faith in healing. Today she’s pretty much back to her old self, as the saying goes, and has become a voice and support system for those facing the unknown when you hear the word cancer. The other friend, who I see often, never lost her determination to be the

victor in the battle. She was one of the lucky ones in that her annual mammogram spotted the small spot early. And, I’ll point out, she has always been diligent in having her annual mammogram. So, she is proof that cancer can find its way into your body that quickly. She had a lumpectomy and then underwent chemotherapy and then radiation. There were weekends when she could hardly get out of bed. Between the exhaustion and nausea associated with the treatments, she was down but not out. She kept her routine, going to work every day. She even scheduled her treatments so that the side effects would be an issue on the weekend and not impact her schedule. I’m sure she could have taken short-term disability or made some arrangements with her company’s Human Resources Department, but she was adamant about sticking to her routine. As a wife and mother, she never wavered in her role with her husband and children. I was already proud to call these women friends, but their incredible strength in the face of adversity has made me respect them even more. The lesson here is don’t ignore the signs, do self-exams, get your annual mammogram. Be a survivor. I’m blessed to have two friends who are.

Remembering the Cold War days of October ’62 By Jim Ridolphi for The Hanover Local Like many Americans, I’ve pretty much tuned out the current campaign season, a victim of ad nauseam news coverage, overstated positions of politically charged commentators, and two candidates that have the highest negative ratings in American history. But, I do pay attention when I hear candidates speak of international confrontation with little regard for consequences or national security. And the casual talk of the use of nuclear weapons is a

clear indication of a nation with a short memory. For those of us who lived through the years of nuclear proliferation and Cold War close calls, the thought of renewed nuclear tension is the kind of phenomenon that many of us would like to forget. And few who lived it will forget the harrowing weeks in October 1962 when American sat on the brink of nuclear destruction. It was a crisis that arose not from the careless use of words or idle threats, but had more somber realities in its origin. Russian military officials strategically placed missiles in Cuba, only 90 miles from the Florida coast, and American intelligence discovered the

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offensive weapons as they flew intelligence missions over the Caribbean island. For days, the world held its breath as President John F. Kennedy and Russian Premier Nikita Khrushchev assumed non-negotiable positions on the missiles. America could not live with the threat of nuclear distraction only minutes away, and Russia refused to be viewed as less than courageous in asserting its right to install the missiles. It was a crisis that captured the attention of almost every American, and those old enough felt see SECURITY pg. 12

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Reader writes in defense of managing editor’s opinion I’m thinking these letters to the editor are being a bit tough on Melody Kinser. All because she may be a Democrat and she don’t share your view. So what, being a Republican, you don’t share her view either — so looks like a tie to me. Twenty-eight years of past presidents that had no idea of what they were doing. A few lucked out and didn’t look so bad because of (in my opinion) a government approved Ponzi scheme that made everyone look good until the scheme eventually fell apart. The scheme was good and everyone was having fun, follow the leader so to speak. The president can do it so why can’t we? So much fun, in fact, that no one was watching the back door and allowed the USA to be outsmarted by a few dumb radicals who took over the USA for a few days and now we are paying for it forever. As taxpayers were getting part of the pie we really didn’t care what the guys in Washington, D.C., were doing, no worries, let ’em do what they want; we have plenty, they can’t hurt us! Really? So let’s do it all over again, elect one of two possible Caligulas running for office. Not because either one is qualified or not even because we believe either of them is capable but just because as a Democrat we want a Democrat and as a Republican we want a Republican, no matter the consequences. And in case anyone gets the urge to jump ship for the other side it’s only a matter of tuning your TV to CNN or Fox, depending on your political DNA to get you back on track with your daily dose of political party propaganda. In case that don’t work you can always tune in to Bill O’Reilly, Rush see LETTERS, pg. 12

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Thursday, Oct. 6 The next quarterly Human Services Network Meeting will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Hanover Human Services

Saturday, Oct. 8 First Baptist Church at Elmont in Ashland will present its “Annual Community Day” event from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Elmont Elementary School at 12007 Cedar Lane in Ashland. Interested businesses, crafts, or yard sale vendors are urged to contact Chandra Atkins at 804-994-2925 for information regarding vendor registration. All you can eat Salt Fish Breakfast, hosted by Independence Ruritan Club will be held from 6:45 to 8:45 a.m. to benefit Hanover Christmas Mother. Breakfast includes salt herring fillets, scrambled eggs, bacon, spiced apples, cornbread, grits, coffee and orange juice only $9 for adults. The Ruritan Club Community House is located behind Independence Christian Church at 14033 Independence Rd. (off Route 54, west of Ashland). For more information call 804-7986579.

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Taylorsville Baptist Church located at 15415 Taylorsville Rd. in Doswell will celebrate its 175th anniversary with a daylong celebration beginning at 10:30 a.m.

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Monday, Oct. 10 Beaverdam American Legion Post 90 will hold its regular monthly meeting at 7 p.m. at the Post. A social gathering and the meeting begin at 7:30 p.m. All veterans are invited. For additional questions or information, call Commander Eugene Truitt at 804-746-4734. The Post is located on Beaver Dam Road.

Wednesday, Oct. 12 Hanover Airpark Business Association will present Lunch and Learn from noon to 1 p.m. at Courtyard by Marriott at 10077 Brook Rd. in Glen Allen. Robert Buchanan of Archer Integrations LLC will discuss “Network Security and Recovering from Any Type of Data Loss.” The event is being offered free of charge, but registration is encouraged to ensure seating. Sponsors are SunTrust and Thomas & Thomas.

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Family Friendly Living History Weekend will be held from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday at Patrick Henry’s Scotchtown at 16120 Chiswell Lane in Beaverdam. Watch historical military exercises with guns, cannons and mounted dragoons. You will see the military in action, mounted dragoons, camp guards, roving patrols and a hearth cooking demonstration. Chat with the Patriots about camp life and watch artillery drills and battles. Sunday’s special guest will be Kimberly Walters, author of “A Book of Cookery by a Lady.” Mary Cary Ambler, portrayed Kerry McClure, will prepare tea service at the hearth and parlor. Special thanks are being extended to the First Virginia Regiment of the Continental Line, the First Virginia Dragoons, the 7th Virginia Regiment of the Continental Line and Von Heer.

Meeting Room at 12304 Washington Hwy. in Ashland. For more information, contact Lisa Adkins at 804-365-4302 or email ldadkins@hanovercounty.gov.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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Women’s soccer: Bridgewater at Randolph-Macon 4:00 p.m.

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Prep football: Patrick Henry at Hanover 7:00 p.m.

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Patrick Henry stuns Henrico with late TD By Tim Pearrell Richmond Times-Dispatch ASHLAND – Patrick Henry’s Hunter Hart cramped, went out of the game, then came back. Much like Hart, his teammates wouldn’t go away against Henrico on Friday night. They battled, hung around — and then got the break they needed late in the fourth quarter and turned it into a 7-6 victory over the No. 9 Warriors at Patrick Henry. With PH trailing 6-0 with fewer than 5 minutes left, a high snap sailed over the head of Henrico punter Egan Alsheskie, setting up the Patriots at the Warriors’ 11. Two plays later, Hart found the middle clogged, went around the left side and scored from 9 yards to tie the game. That was the beginning of a wild sequence that included two extra-point attempts by Patrick Henry’s Aaron Martinez, a game-saving tackle by PH’s Jed Pinkston on a punt return and a fumble recovery on Henrico’s final possession. The Patriots improved to 4-0. Henrico fell to 3-1. “We said it in the locker room at halftime,” Hart said. “It’s going to have to be a special teams play for us to win this football game. “Thank God they snapped it over his head. We get it inside

Raiders second in league golf By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor

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Patrick Henry placekicker Aaron Martinez is congratulated by teammates Jordyn Roth and Justin McCowan after Martinez kicked an extra point that turned out to be the game winner in the Patriots’ 7-6 victory over ninth-ranked Henrico Friday.

the 15, and we looked at each The hard way. The Patriots other and went, ‘This is our were flagged for unsportschance right here.’ We made the manlike conduct after the TD. best of it, luckily.” Martinez, kicking a 35-yard

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extra point, hit a low ball that for hurdling the line. wasn’t close. But Henrico, hurt Given a second chance from repeatedly throughout the game by flags, was penalized see STUNS, pg. 10

Atlee claimed second as a team and Patrick Henry’s Jessica Rathbone finished in a tie for sixth individually in the Conference 16 golf championships at Roanoke Country Club in Roanoke on Sept. 19. The Halifax Comets won the team title, with four golfers shooting under 80: Will Gasperini and Matt Ratliff with a 5-over 76 and Kaled Cole and Kassidy Irby at 77. The Raiders were paced by Erica Whitehouse with a 2-over 73 and Timmy Shields (74) which qualified them for second and third, respectively, in individual standings. Both Halifax and Atlee earned team berths in the see GOLF, pg. 10

Atlee, PH win cross-county boys volleyball matches By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor MECHANICSVILLE – Atlee’s and Patrick Henry’s boys volleyball teams remained undefeated after two crosscounty matches Tuesday night. The Raiders swept visiting Hanover 25-11, 25-18, 25-21 in one match, while the Patriots successfully defended their home court against the Confederates 25-18, 25-21, 1925, 25-15. Atlee was led by Alex Field with 14 kills and 12 digs, Jake French with 12 kills and four blocks, Matt Wiggins with seven kills and 11 digs and Michael Norris with two kills and 31 assists. Atlee head coach Randy Jones said the Raiders still have work to do. “Of course, we have some things that we can work on,” Jones said. “The guys have high

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Patrick Henry’s Luke Puckett spikes over Lee-Davis’ Aaron Milstead in the Patriots’ 3-1 win over the Confederates Tuesday.

expectations of how they’re Patrick Henry head coach going to finish in this season Michael Townsend said the being that they lost in the state Patriots, who had a battle with semifinals in the last two years.” Lee-Davis, rose to the occasion.

Hanover’s Turner Cole (3) tries to get a hit past the outstretched hands of Atlee’s Blake O’Donnell (18) and Jake French (6) in the Raiders’ 25-11, 25-18, 25-21 sweep of the visiting Hawks Tuesday.

“It was really the best that I have seen my team play this year,” Townsend said. “Our serve-receive was awesome that night. We ran the middles a lot. We ran the outside. … I felt like

we had control of the whole match.” The Patriots were led by a trio of sophomores: C.W. McIlhenny (three aces, 15 kills, 18 digs), Jarrett Carrano (three

aces, 19 kills, seven digs) and Jaxon Delgado (10 kills, five blocks). Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.

Lee-Davis boys, girls sweep district meet By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor MECHANICSVILLE – Hanover’s Rachel Crytser and Lee-Davis’ Patrick Sutphin won their respective races by respectable margins in a Capital District cross country meet at Pole Green Park Wednesday. The Confederates, in a tuneup for the RVA Relays Saturday, handily won the boys and girls team competitions. Their boys beat second-place Atlee 27-46, and their girls finished 16 points ahead of Hanover, 29-45. Patrick Henry finished third in both races. While there were plenty of good individual battles – end-

ing with sprints or near sprints at the finish line – both Crytser and Sutphin came across the finish with second-place finishers well back of them. Crytser, who finished in 21:05, said she changed the way she normally runs for the race. “I always end up running too fast for the first mile and then, like, dropping off,” Crytser said. “So I tried to go slower the first mile. I think I executed that pretty well.” She was just behind the leaders in fourth place for that first mile, but she took the lead shortly after that milestone and held it the rest of the way. LeeDavis runners Desirae Horsley came in second in 21:10 and

Nicole Van Ess third in 21:23. Sutphin wasn’t feeling too well before the boys race, but that changed. “I think it was because of the weather,” Sutphin said. “But I felt good while I was racing, I guess.” Like Crytser, Sutphin took the lead after the first mile and held it the rest of the way. He said he was just running. “I try to clear my mind, actually,” he said. “I don’t like to think of other things, except for moving – and breathing.” While his mind was clear on the course, he had a goal firmly in mind. “I told one of my coaches I was going to try to wind and

see how it went,” Sutphin said. “I was able to do that.” Sutphin finished in 16:40, with Atlee’s Kameron Helmlinger second (16:50) and Hanover’s Nathaniel Good third (17:07). Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com. (5 km at Pole Green Park) Boys Teams: Lee-Davis 27, Atlee 46, Patrick Henry 73, Hanover 83, Henrico 125 Top 10: Sutphin (LD) 16:40; Helmlinger (ATL) 16:50, Good (HAN) 17:07, Moses (ATL) 17:12, Ikenberry (LD) 17:15, Johnson (LD) 17:16, McAndrew (LD) 17:19, Van Ess (LD) 17:32, Campbell (PH) 17:47, Mason (PH) 17:55.

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Hanover’s Rachel Crytser comes in well ahead of Lee-Davis runner Desirae Horsley to win the girls’ race in a Capital District cross country meet at Pole Green Park Wednesday.

Girls Teams: Lee-Davis 29, Hanover 45, Patrick Henry 67, Atlee 86 Top 10: Crytser (HAN) 21:05, Horsley (LD) 21:10, Van Ess (L-

D) 21:23, Russer (HAN) 21:36, Clevenger (L-D) 21:40, Anderson (L-D) 22:33, Draper (PH) 22:54, Valentin (ATL) 23:01, C. Joyce (PH) 23:16, Grant (HAN) 23:27.

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Randolph-Macon wins battle of adjustments By Dave Lawrence Sports Editor ASHLAND – When Roanoke College came to Crenshaw Gymnasium Wednesday night, RandolphMacon hit the Maroons hard. When the Maroons adjusted to Randolph-Macon’s attack, the Yellow Jackets did some adjusting themselves. In the end, they adjusted enough to sweep the visitors 25-12, 25-22, 25-20 and stay undefeated in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference. “The other team wasn’t used to a team hitting the ball at them,” said Randolph-Macon head coach Bill Rogers. “They got used to it at the beginning of game two a little bit. They started making adjustments and then we had to make adjustments.” One of the adjustments the Yellow Jackets (7-3, 4-0 ODAC) had to make was to get used to the rhythm of the Maroons’ attacks. “They’re not real big, and so the timing was different for their attacks,” Rogers said. “We’ve been playing teams that are bigger, so we were up early,

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Region 5A North championships, which is being held at Brambleton Golf Course in Ashburn today. The medalist of the day was Patrick Henry-Roanoke’s Vince Wheeler, who rode his knowledge of his home course to shoot a 4-uder 67. “I’ve probably played this course 1,000 times in my life,” said Wheeler, who had five birdies and one bogey. “I’m glad we were playing here. I wish the whole team could have made it with me. It’s go time for me

then getting tooled on the way down. So we made that adjustment where I had them wait a little bit, like a quarter second or more, in order to get a solid block.” Rogers said the adjustments during the match are just one example of adjustments the team has been making all season long. “I see improvement every match, especially with the young ones, but we’re doing things differently with the older ones, too. They’re making adjustments as well,” Rogers said. “Like, we’ve been working hard on our middle attacks. … Last year our middles weren’t big scorers. This year, I feel like we get more out of them. I see a lot of growth. We’re completely different that we were two weeks ago.” Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.

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RandolphMacon’s Erin Quinn (4) and Colleen Beaver (30) go up to block a shot by Roanoke’s Kylah Blackmore (9) in the Yellow Jackets’ 25-12, 25-22, 25-20 sweep of the Maroons in an Old Dominion Athletic Conference women’s volleyball match Wednesday.

Roanoke 12 22 20 R-MC 25 25 25 Records: Roanoke 9-3, 2-2 ODAC; Randolph-Macon 7-2, 4-0. Highlights: Alex Wolfe (ROA) 9 kills, 5 digs; Jessica Block (ROA) 17 assists; Kylah Blackmore (ROA) 4 kills, 10 digs; Ryan Hedgepeth

(ROA) 14 digs; Mariah Clark (RMC) 15 kills, 6 digs; Erin Quinn (R-MC) 43 assists, 3 aces, 8 digs; Rebecca McGilvery (R-MC) 8 digs; Continued from pg. 10 Alexia Wolfe (R-MC) 7 kills, 9 digs; Colleen Beaver (R-MC) 5 kills, 7 blocks; Miranda Hall (R-MC) 17 26 yards, Martinez’s low liner kills; Samantha Sallade (R-MC) 16 made it through. digs.

now. I’ve got to play well in the regional and then get to state and do it again. I’m going out with a bang.” Rathbone tied Cole and Irby with a 6-over 77. Patrick Henry head coach Dave Hudak said that Rathbone, a freshman, has plenty of tournament experience that helps her stay focused during a round. “She’s very level-headed. She’s tournament-tough,” Hudak said. “Nerves don’t really come into play with her because she plays so many tournaments, or she has prior to this season. She’s about as steady as they come.”

Rathbone and Wheeler both qualified for the regional tournament as individuals outright. But Wheeler’s teammate, Bryce Tackett, along with Albemarle’s Robert Brozey, Jack Burris and Ryan Porter and Orange County’s Colby Ramasco – all of whom shot a 79 – had to submit to a playoff for the remaining two individual berths in the regional. Tackett and Brozey emerged from the playoff looking forward to another week of golf. Randy King of the Roanoke Times contributed to this report. Dave Lawrence can be reached at dlawrence@mechlocal.com.

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STUNS

Henrico still had two more chances. Parker Davis made a diving interception to thwart the first. The Warriors held and forced a punt with 1:45 remaining. Ramon Damon took the ball at his 13, found a clearing on the right side, and appeared to be on the way for a goahead TD. Pinkston came from behind and made a diving tackle at the PH 35. “I just ran down the field, and I slipped a little bit as he ran past me,” Pinkston said. “I just turned up the field, and I was like, ‘If we don’t tackle this guy, the game is over.’ I just remember running and running, and I see this guy run right in front of me. Set himself

up perfect. And I just take a leap of faith, and I get this guy’s legs. I couldn’t breathe. “This is the biggest play I’m ever going to have.” Michael Harris recovered Jalon Jones’ second fumble of the game near midfield on the next play, and PH ran out the clock. Jones had 101 yards rushing and 145 passing, including an 11-yard TD to Robert Joseph in the second quarter. The extra point failed after a low snap forced a run. Hart, a former quarterback turned wingback in PH’s option offense, took over at quarterback to start the second half after starter Travious Tyler was injured. He had 84 yards rushing. “I knew probably about four plays total,” said Hart, whose helmet was ripped off on one run. “Direct snap go left, direct snap go right.

“Henrico is one of the best 5A schools in the state. Something was different this year. We had a lot more confidence going into this game at our place. … We came into the game knowing we could battle.” Tim Pearrell can be reached at tpearrell@timesdispatch.com. Henrico 0 6 0 0— 6 Patrick Henry 0 0 0 7 — 7 HEN — Joseph 11 pass from Jones (run failed) PH — Hart 9 run (Martinez kick) RUSHING HEN: Jones 17 carries 101 yards, Adeyola 12-74, Quirley 8-42, PH: Hart 25-84, Tyler 9-27, Guerrero 719, Oxendine 6-16, McCowan 9-14. PASSING HEN: Jones 10 completions 16 attempts 0 interceptions 145 yards, PH: Tyler 2-5-0 24, Hart 0-2-0 0. RECEIVING HEN: Booker 4 receptions 64 yards, White 1-30, Joseph 2-28, Damon 2-27, Adeyola 1--4, PH: Hart 2-24.

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