South Boston, VA--Good results can do a lot for a young racer’s confidence. That is true for 16-year-old Jacob Borst, a rookie competing in the NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series Late Model Stock Car Division at South Boston Speedway.

The William Campbell Generals hit the road to take on Central Lunenburg this Friday in their Region semifinal game, ultimately falling by a score of 62-32. After an early lightning delay, the Generals jumped out to an early 12-8 lead in the first quarter. The Chargers then took control and g…

The Altavista Colonels traveled to take on defending Group A state champion and top overall seed Riverheads in the first round of the playoffs this Friday and fell 58-13. The Gladiators returned the opening kickoff for a touchdown and later scored on five of their first six offensive plays t…

Altavista’s volleyball senior night matchup against Dan River went down to the wire Thursday night.

LYNCHBURG, Va. – Liberty University announced it has extended its contract with men’s basketball Head Football Coach Ritchie McKay through the 2028 season.

The lady Red Devils had a strong showing Tuesday night on Senior night against Seminole District opponent LCA.  Rustburg celebrated their four seniors, Anna Maddox, Parker Goldstein, Tinsley Abbott, and Summer Smeltz. 

The Colonels travelled to the Raiders’ home turf on March 30 for a matchup on the volleyball court.

Rustburg traveled to Liberty High School Friday night to finish up the regular season. Both teams were winless, and both had a lot to prove. 

The Lady Red Devils traveled to Heritage for a Seminole District showdown Thursday night. Rustburg (10-0) looked to keep their undefeated season intact.

South Boston, VA - The last time Bobby Labonte competed at South Boston Speedway was in 1991, the year he won the NASCAR Busch Grand National Series championship. Now, 20 years later, he will return to competition at South Boston Speedway on Saturday, this time competing on the SMART (Southe…

South Boston, VA - When it comes to Modified racing in the south there are no names more well-known than the Myers brothers.

E.C. Glass traveled to Rustburg Tuesday night to seek revenge in their only loss of the season coming from Rustburg on March 4.

The Colonels' varsity volleyball team kept their feet on the gas throughout their March 23 home volleyball game against William Campbell.

For the second time in the 2020-21 season, the Appomattox Raiders varsity football team held the William Campbell Generals scoreless with a 53-0 win Friday night at Bragg Stadium.

Brookville had a strong showing on the gridiron against Rustburg on Friday night, ultimately putting up 463 yards of total offense against the Red Devils.

The Altavista Colonels picked up their second win of the season with a 35-14 victory over Nelson County this past Friday night in front of the home crowd at English Stadium. The Colonels struck first when quarterback Jayllen Jones (70 yards rushing) scored on a 1-yard TD dash for an early 6-…

The Colonels had a close one on their hands when Nelson County travelled to Altavista for a volleyball game on March 25.

The lady Red Devils played their third match in a row this week against Amherst County last night. It was the teams’ second meeting this season. Rustburg won the first in three sets. 

Rustburg traveled to Brookville Wednesday night to face the Lady Bees in a Seminole showdown.  Rustburg was coming off a tough win against Jefferson Forest Tuesday night and started the game looking a little sluggish. 

Liberty University’s men's basketball team went toe-to-toe with one of the nation’s best in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. Liberty hung with the Oklahoma State Cowboys all night, but turnovers plagued the Flames as the Cowboys defeated Liberty 69-60, Friday night at the Farmers Coli…

The lady Red Devils traveled to Jefferson Forest for their toughest contest this season.  Rustburg Coach Kristen Hardie said Jefferson Forest played an amazing game, and was able to capitalize on mistakes the Red Devils made during a slow start. Even so, Rustburg took the first set 25-21.

South Boston Speedway announced the start of its ticket sales this Wednesday in wake of new outdoor venue capacity limits. The following statement was provided by the speedway:

The Altavista Colonels returned to action this past Friday night, losing to Appomattox County 57-12. The first quarter belonged to the Raiders, as running back Jonathan Pennix scored on an 11-yard TD to get Appomattox on the board first while quarterback Tre Lawing III added an 18-yard TD sc…

Rustburg opened the game with a kickoff to LCA.  The Bulldogs drove downfield to score the first points of the game.  Rustburg started driving down the field once they gained possession, but fumbled on the 50.  Six plays later LCA punched in a touchdown, but Rustburg blocked the extra point.…

The Lady Red Devils had yet another strong performance Thursday night to remain undefeated.  The Lady Minutemen came to town for a Seminole showdown, as Rustburg punched another hole in the win column in 3 sets. (25-10, 25-16, 25-16)

South Boston, VA…….By virtually every measure Peyton Sellers’ 2020 season was a huge success.

Two Altavista High School basketball players were named to the all-state team last week.

The Brookville Bees traveled to the unbeaten Rustburg Red Devils Tuesday night for a Seminole volleyball showdown.

Chatham traveled to Altavista on March 15 for a volleyball game against the Colonels, where they managed a 3-1 victory.

The Altavista Colonels traveled to Naruna Friday night and picked up their first win of the season in a thrilling 29-22 victory over William Campbell. After a scoreless first quarter, Altavista would cap off a nice drive as quarterback Jayllen Jones would connect with Makel Stone on a 6-yard…

Altavista faced Gretna in a home volleyball game on March 11.

After a hard-fought first quarter, the Heritage Pioneers blazed a trail to victory against Rustburg on Friday, March 12.

Various local schools including Chatham, William Campbell, Gretna and Appomattox traveled to Altavista for a cross country meet on March 10.

Rustburg Red Devil Volleyball traveled to LCA on March 11 for a Seminole District showdown.  Rustburg opened the first match with strong play, especially from Meah Coles (3 kills, 31 assists, 2 aces) who held down the middle.  Rustburg took the first set 25-15.

Rustburg Dixie Softball accomplished a goal five years in the making today, with the groundbreaking of James B. Fray Sports Complex.

With a strong team effort and several standout individual performances, the Colonels were out in full force at the Class 1 swimming state championships this weekend.

The Altavista Colonels traveled to Nelson County this past Saturday but fell to the Governors 22-21. The Colonels would strike first as running back Marquel Dawkins capped off the opening drive with a 1-yard TD run. The two-point conversion afterwards was successful as Tanner Cox scored for …

Faith Christian Academy (FCA) played a home volleyball game against Temple Christian School on March 5.

Appomattox visited Altavista for an early-season matchup with the colonels on March 4.

After a dominating performance March 1 against Nelson, William Campbell (1-1) could not find the endzone Friday night against Appomattox (2-0).  For the second straight week, Appomattox scored over 40 points.