Coverage of sports-related news and issues affecting the Appalachian region. This category highlights how sports shapes the local community and culture.
By Stevie Larson, WVSU Sports Information Director GLENVILLE, W.Va. – Jazzlyn Cedillo and Rachel Okoro each scored second-half goals Sunday afternoon as the West Virginia State University women’s soccer team […]
On her 41st birthday, BBG Sports celebrates the neighborhood competition, family coaching and shared pride behind an NCAA and WNBA champion.
The Lowdown with Brown celebrates standout players and the community connections behind the numbers
South Charleston High senior Joe’lle Plear reflects on pre-game rituals, leading a young Black Eagles team, and her dream of becoming a child psychologist.
More than just a single football game, Homecoming is the sound of the step show, the energy of the tailgate, and the familiar faces returning to Institute year-after-year.
Former WVSU quarterback Hollis Lewis remembers a rainy victory, a packed yard and the traditions that make homecoming part of the Black West Virginia experience
The longtime West Virginia State University basketball coach reflects on early-arriving motor homes, the step show, former players, Earl Lloyd and the relationships that keep Yellow Jackets coming home.
Trey Jones says Homecoming lives in the memories, rituals and people who keep Yellow Jackets returning to State.
