Tidewater Sports Report

• Andre Dawkins Basketball Highlights from Cameron Indoor Stadium

  Here are some exclusive Andre Dawkins highlight clips from the Duke vs. Radford game I attended on Saturday, November 21, 2009 at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

  Dawkins left Atlantic Shores Christian School in Virginia Beach, Virginia early to play for the Duke Blue Devils. He scored 20 points--his most so far [...]

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  Posted: November 22, 2009, 8:01pm EST
  

• Andre Dawkins of Duke University Basketball

  Andre Dawkins left Atlantic Shores out of Virginia Beach, Virginia before his senior year. Here are some photos I took while I watched his breakout college game against Radford University on Saturday.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
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  Posted: November 22, 2009, 6:54pm EST
  

• VA Beach's Andre Dawkins of Duke Shoots Out Radford Saturday

  Andre Dawkins came off the bench and hit six three-ballers to help Duke University beat Radford University by more than 30 points.
  
  I've got absolute exclusive highlight clips from the game and photos. More to come later. [...]
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  Posted: November 21, 2009, 11:39pm EST
  

• Norfolk Yacht and Country Club: Serving Up Virginia's Finest Facilities

  Located on the Lafayette River in Norfolk, Virginia, the Norfolk Yacht and Country Club offers several activities for all different ages. According to its website, check out the following list of services it has to offer:
  Fitness Center, offering "state-of-the-art center with exceptional equipment and services."Yachting, with four floating [...]
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  Posted: November 09, 2009, 12:51am EST
  

• What Hampton Roads player has the most impact for Virginia Tech Football this season?

  Who do you think? Tyrod Taylor can run and pass...sometimes. I mean sure, he had his "breakout" game against Nebraska. Even though his wide receiver got open on a busted play. And the touchdown pass, which was also a busted play, was the result of a great pass from Taylor [...]
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  Posted: November 07, 2009, 4:14am EST
  

• A Virginia Tech Football Star is in Hampton Roads This Weekend

  Want to know who it is? Want to know what city he's in?
  
  Email me at editor@tidewatersportsreport.com to find out.
  
  This guy is in town because Tech had a Thursday night game and he has the weekend to hang out.
  
  Here's a hint: he watched his [...]
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  Posted: November 07, 2009, 4:07am EST
  

• Virginia Beach Sports Club: Providing Scholarship Grants to Virginia Beach Athletes

  The Virginia Beach Sports Club recognizes top-notch athletic talent in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
  
  They've had professional baseball scouts, college athletic directors, and numerous other gifted people in the athletic field speak at their meetings.
  
  According to the website, the club's purpose is the following:
  
  "To provide an" [...]
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  Posted: October 22, 2009, 10:23pm EDT
  

• Tidewater Virginia Softball Hall of Fame: Honoring Softball Leaders in Hampton Roads

  The Tidewater Virginia Softball Hall of Fame was established in 1983 "to recognize its outstanding citizens in softball," according to its website.
  
  The hall of fame seeks to promote softball at all levels and honor those who have helped contribute to its success as a game.
  
  The [...]
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  Posted: October 18, 2009, 8:39pm EDT
  

• 2009 VA Tech Football: More Than 20% of Roster From Hampton Roads

  I was just skimming over Virginia Tech's 2009 football roster and noticed some pretty cool stuff--including that this year's roster has 22 players from Tidewater, representing the Peninsula, Beach, Eastern, Southeastern, and Bay Rivers Districts, along with the Tidewater Conference of Independent Schools (TCIS).
  
  Here's the breakdown of the' [...]
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  Posted: October 13, 2009, 2:00am EDT
  

• Virginia Tech Ranked #4 Football Team in Country

  Hampton native Tyrod Taylor, along with a host of other Tidewater players, has Virginia Tech Hokies ranked 4th in the nation, according to a recent poll.
  
  The Hokies' only loss is to Alabama, who is now ranked 2nd in the nation (behind Florida). This is according to the' [...]
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  Posted: October 13, 2009, 1:50am EDT
  

• Top 50 Athletes Ever from South Hampton Roads?

  The Virginian-Pilot put together a crew of local sports analysts to come up with a list of what they believe to be the top 50 athletes ever from South Hampton Roads Virginia.
  
  Check it out: [hamptonroads.com]
  
  Do you agree or disagree with this?
  
  Although I think [...]
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  Posted: September 28, 2009, 10:47pm EDT
  

• Tennis Courts in Norfolk, Virginia

  Finding tennis courts can be tough sometimes. Especially public courts that are free to play on.
  
  Here's a few in Norfolk that you should check out.
  
  Barraud Park (near Norfolk State University)
  
  Northside Park (off Tidewater Drive)
  
  Lafayette Park (near Virginia Zoo)
  
  For more information' [...]
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  Posted: September 28, 2009, 10:07pm EDT
  

• Ferrum College Boasts Nine Tidewater Players on 2009 Football Roster

  The Ferrum Panthers have 9 players from the 757 on this year's roster. Check out the complete list of each player below.
  
  Tremaine Whitney
  Southampton High School (AA)
  Ivor, VA
  
  Cedric Hargrove
  Kellam High School (AAA)
  Virginia Beach, VA
  
  Kwamane Harris
  Windsor High School' [...]
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  Posted: September 28, 2009, 7:38pm EDT
  

• Newport News Criminal Returns to Work with NFL

  Newport News native Michael Vick, who was jailed for over a year, returned Sunday with the Philadelphia Eagles. Vick saw little action and rushed for seven yards, with two incomplete pass attempts.
  
  Vick was jailed for illegal dog fighting that took place in Surry County, about 35 miles from [...]
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  Posted: September 27, 2009, 11:50pm EDT
  

• Virginia Beach Native Percy Harvin Returns a Kickoff 101 Yards

  Percy Harvin scored his third touchdown of the year, including one each week, as the Minnesota Vikings downed the San Francisco 49ers 27-24. Harvin returned a kickoff in the third quarter for 101 yards. Check out the highlight clip below.
  
  
  
  Harvin also recorded 4 catches for 51 [...]
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  Posted: September 27, 2009, 7:36pm EDT
  

• Peninsula QB Connects with Southside Receiver in Hokie Thriller; Tech Wins 16-15 over Nebraska

  This weekend's best game-winning drive showcased two top athletes from Hampton Roads in Virginia Tech's 16-15 win over the Nebraska Cornhuskers.
  
  Hampton's Tyrod Taylor hooked up with Smithfield's Dyrell Roberts in the endzone to put the Hokies ahead with 21 seconds in regulation.
  
  Props go out to Danny [...]
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  Posted: September 19, 2009, 10:40pm EDT
  

• Brett Farve & Percy Harvin Celebrating

  Check out this photo: [sports.yahoo.com]
  
  What an amazing photo? One of the NFL's greatest quarterbacks ever hooking up with Percy Harvin from Virginia Beach.
  
  Wow.
  
  Can't wait to see what the rest of the season holds. [...]
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  Posted: September 13, 2009, 8:10pm EDT
  

• Percy Harvin of VA Beach Scores TD in NFL Debut

  I've followed him since his junior year in high school at Landstown High School in Virginia Beach. I'm now following him along with the rest of the country as he launched his NFL career with Brett Farve and the Minnesota Vikings today.
  
  Harvin scored a touchdown with 36 yards [...]
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  Posted: September 13, 2009, 5:49pm EDT
  

• Hampton Roads Sports News Bites for August 2009

  Old Dominion University Football Inaugural Game to be Broadcasted on Cox
  
  Former ODU Pitchers Performing Strongly in Minor Leagues
  
  Suffolk's Dominique Patterson Chooses VA Tech Over ECU, Marshall
  
  Oscar Smith Football to be Nationally Televised
  
  Former NFL Star Mel Gray Headlines' [...]
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  Posted: August 10, 2009, 4:46pm EDT
  

• Percy Harvin Named Top High School Football Player of the Decade in Virginia

  Five out of the top six high school football players of the decade are from Hampton Roads, according to VHSL-Refernce.com.
  
  Percy Harvin of Landstown High, who now plays for the Minnesota Vikings, tops the list. Harvin starred at the University of Florida before being drafted by the [...]
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  Posted: August 10, 2009, 3:20pm EDT
  

• Ace Hardware

  Ace hardware is awesome. Even if you are overseas. In my case Honduras. I have been able to order much needed items and they have never failed in the shipping. They will ship to your APO/OCONUS mailbox hasslefree. Thanks again for the support Ace Hardware [...]
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  Posted: June 26, 2009, 10:37pm EDT
  

• Virginia Beach Native Robert Morey Leads UVA Baseball to 5-1 Win Over San Diego State

  Robert Morey showed just what Tidewater baseball is all about. The sophomore from Virginia Beach (Cape Henry) fanned nine San Diego State batters, while allowing just five hits in six shutout innings in route to a Cavaliers 5-1 win May 29th, 2009.
  
  Morey did all of this against [...]
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  Posted: June 02, 2009, 11:37pm EDT
  

• Tidewater Judo Club Highlight Video Clip

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  Posted: April 20, 2009, 2:53am EDT
  

• Should Kids Specialize in One Sport at a Young Age?

  This conversation is discussed all across the country by parents of children participating in sports at a young age. Some say travel the country on "elite" teams and become a star in your desired sport. Others believe children should be free to pursue whatever sport they want. But seriously, should [...]
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  Posted: April 20, 2009, 1:14am EDT
  

• Chick-fil-A in Newport News to Sponsor 2nd Annual Chick-fil-A 5K

  Chick-fil-A Yoder Plaza in Newport News, VA and Chick-fil-A Kiln Creek in Yorktown, VA are hosting their 2nd Annual Chick-fil-A 5K May 23, 2009, at the Mariners' Museum in Newport News, VA.
  According to Chick-fil-A's website, there are three key [...]
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  Posted: April 08, 2009, 10:23pm EDT
  

• Former ODU Basketball Coach Leads Oklahoma Into Elite 8 in 2009 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament

  Jeff Capel, the head coach of the University of Oklahoma, has his Sooners one game away from the 2009 NCAA Men's Final Four in Detroit, Michigan.
  
  Capel's collegiate coaching career began right here in Tidewater--at Old Dominion University, where he assisted his father for one year with the Monarchs'' [...]
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  Posted: March 28, 2009, 12:04am EDT
  

• Apprentice Wrestlers Claim NCWA National Championship

  The Apprentice School Builders wrestling squad earned their first ever national wrestling championship at Hampton University's Convocation Center in Hampton, Virginia.
  
  The Newport News-based shipyard program participates in the National Collegiate Wrestling Association. To read the official press release, click here to view the Apprentice School's athletics website.[...]
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  Posted: March 20, 2009, 5:35pm EDT
  

• Portsmouth Invitational Tournament Update

  The Portsmouth Invitational Tournament is less than a month away. To date, commitments have been received from the following players…
  
  WHO: Robert Vaden of UAB, Ahmad Nivins of Saint Joseph’s, and Chris Johnson of LSU. Announced earlier were Virginia Tech’s A.D. Vassallo, Notre Dame’s Kyle McAlarney, and Memphis’ Robert [...]
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  Posted: March 20, 2009, 1:40am EDT
  

• Radford University Basketball: Two Tidewater Natives to Play #1 UNC in Men's 2009 NCAA Basketball Tournament

  As the nation's most popular college basketball tournament gets underway, two local Hampton Roads stars will get their shot at knocking off the University of North Carolina Tar Heels in the opening round of the 2009 Men's NCAA Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, North Carolina.
  
  Sophomore guard Chris McEachin graduated [...]
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  Posted: March 16, 2009, 5:11pm EDT
  

• Kings Fork Boys Basketball: State Champions in 2009; Princess Anne Girls Basketball Beats Oakton for State Championship

  The Bulldogs from Kings Fork High School let the entire state of Virginia know who rules the court when it comes to high school basketball. Kings Fork beat William Fleming High School out of southwest Virginia 49-47.
  
  According the the Virginian Pilot, Kings Fork "became just the fourth" [...]
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  Posted: March 14, 2009, 2:10am EDT
  

• Steelers' Mike Tomlin Brings Home Super Bowl Victory to Newport News, Virginia

  Mike Tomlin of Newport News and the Pittsburgh Steelers won 27-23 over the Arizona Cardinals. Mike Tomlin graduated from Denbigh High School and The College of William & Mary.
  
  This is the second consecutive year that a Hampton Roads native has won a Super Bowl ring. Last year, [...]
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  Posted: February 01, 2009, 10:27pm EST
  

• What is the toughest sport to play?

  This question probably arises thousands of times a week across the world. In America, you might hear that football is the toughest, since it requires skill, teamwork, and physical strength unlike some other sports. In South America, well, I could see some bias in that they claim soccer or "futbol" [...]
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  Posted: December 17, 2008, 6:40pm EST
  

• Professional Baseball Players From Hampton Roads

  Tidewater has awesome baseball talent. I found this video on YouTube that displays a little of the area's finest baseball players.
  
  ' [...]
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  Posted: December 09, 2008, 11:26pm EST
  

• Listen to Top MMA News on ESPN Radio 1310 on Saturday Mornings

  By Curtis Clontz
  
  Join ESPN Radio 1310 (AM) every Saturday morning from 8-9 for great MMA action. Saturday morning I had the wonderful opportunity to be in studio and a part of the show. We had one outstanding caller, and a full hour of intense MMA talk. One of [...]
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  Posted: December 08, 2008, 12:56am EST
  

• Former Green Run High Superstar Shoots Himself

  By Curtis Clontz
  
  Plaxico Burress means many things to our community. He is a hero and mentor to many up and coming high school footballers that look to make the step to a higher level. Suddenly the Super Bowl champion and former Green Run superstar is in some very [...]
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  Posted: December 04, 2008, 6:09pm EST
  

• Hampton Roads High School Football Crush NOVA High Schools, Franklin Broncos Win By One

  Oscar Smith 10, Oakton 7
  Phoebus 38, Stonebridge 8
  Franklin 22, William Cambell 21
  
  Those are the final scores. I just watched a news broadcast that showed a pumped up Bill Dee, head coach of Phoebus. The players were going crazy. Darling Stadium in Hampton just added some more [...]
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  Posted: November 29, 2008, 6:28pm EST
  

• Atlantic Coast Conference Preview Part 1 by Curtis Clontz

  In ACC country it is the time where Tarheels, Terps, and Blue Devils begin to flourish. November is the time when the college basketball season starts and the teams make their final preparations for the upcoming season. At this point many of the ACC teams have their roster and lineups [...]
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  Posted: November 18, 2008, 1:08am EST
  

• Phoebus Phantoms Rule the Eastern Region for D5 Teams

  Yeah, that's right. Bill Dee's Phoebus Phantoms from the Peninsula District showed the entire Southside what type of ball the city of Hampton can play. In front of a large crowd at Harbor Park in Norfolk, Virginia, Phoebus traveled across the water to prove their dominance with a 14-0 shutout [...]
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  Posted: November 18, 2008, 1:08am EST
  

• Get Pumped for some Old Dominion Mixed Martial Arts!!!

  If you have not bought tickets to the upcoming Cagefest show you arerunning out of time. This insane card is a first of its kind in Hampton Roads Virginia. Never have you been able to drive to the Ted and seethis kind of action. Fighters such as Antwain Britt, Tommy [...]
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  Posted: November 08, 2008, 11:57pm EST
  

• MMA Breaking News: Breaking News: Antwain Britt to Fight Nov. 15th

  By Curtis Clontz
  
  Saturday November 15th will be a huge night for MMA in Southeastern Virginia. One of the fastest rising superstars on the planet Antwain Britt makes his long awaited return to the cage. If you are from the VA Beach area then you have heard about Britt [...]
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  Posted: October 31, 2008, 12:54am EDT
  

• 2008 World Series: Can Tidewater Sports Star B.J. Upton Carry the Rays in Game 5?

  The Phillies destroyed B.J. Upton and the Rays. Their pitching, defense, and offense all around played better ball. That's fine. It happens every now and then, even to the best. But that has to change if the Rays want to play back in Florida in front of their home crowd' [...]
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  Posted: October 27, 2008, 5:25pm EDT
  

• Hampton Roads Native B.J. Upton and Tampa Bay Rays Reach 2008 World Series

  Attention Tidewater sports fans: B.J. Upton and the Tampa Bay Rays clinched a seat in the 2008 World Series with a 3-1 over the Boston Red Sox in Game 7.
  
  Yes, the Greenbrier Christian graduate and Chesapeake stud will be representing all of the 757 as he and the [...]
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  Posted: October 20, 2008, 1:40am EDT
  

• Curtis Sounds Off: Is MMA Too Dangerous?

  By Curtis Clontz
  It has been a while since I have been able to post a Curtis Sounds Off. In the past month things have been kind of crazy, but in a good way. As you know, I bring MMA to the forefront of TSR. Lately, I have been trying [...]
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  Posted: October 10, 2008, 3:37am EDT
  

• B.J. Upton of Chesapeake, Virginia, Knocking The Tampa Bay Rays Into 2008 ALCS

  Former Greenbrier Christian Academy Gator standout B.J. Upton of Chesapeake, Virginia, is part of a dynamic Tampa Bay Rays baseball squad heading into the 2008 American League Championship Series.
  Upton started the American League Division Series off very slowly, but picked things up in closing out the Chicago White Sox [...]
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  Posted: October 07, 2008, 1:55am EDT
  

• Antwain Britt Talks About Having to Leave The Ultimate Fighter

  By Curtis Clontz
  
  The unthinkable has happened to our Hampton Roads hometown hero. In every sport, injuries can dramatically change the focus of a game or season.
  
  Antwain Britt has realized this first hand. On the second episode of The Ultimate Fighter, Britt was [...]
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  Posted: September 26, 2008, 7:53am EDT
  

• TSR Exclusive! The Antwain Britt Interview

  
  Get more pictures like this from SHERDOG.COM
  
  By Curtis Clontz
  
  The Ultimate Fighter is the biggest and baddest MMA reality series of them all! Champions and many contenders have risen to fame due [...]
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  Posted: September 22, 2008, 12:54pm EDT
  

• Antwain Britt in Virginia Beach to Showcase Talent on Granby Street in Norfolk, Virginia

  Antwain Britt is the next MMA superstar to come out of Virginia Beach. If you have plans Wed the 17th of September, cancel them. If you don’t have plans, you do now! Join Antwain and several local MMA personalities at Scottie Quixx’s on Granby Street. It will be an eventful [...]
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  Posted: September 17, 2008, 3:23am EDT
  

• Bushido MMA in Portsmouth Hosts Brazilian Jui Jitsu Seminar: Photos of the Action

  By Curtis Clontz
  

  TSR is the leading site for Hampton Roads area MMA and combat sports. Brazilian Jui Jitsu Black Belt Chris Blanke recently held a 3 day seminar at Bushido MMA in Portsmouth. TSR was fortunate enough to be on hand for the great teaching and training.

  The [...]

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  Posted: September 12, 2008, 3:06pm EDT
  

• Curtis Sounds Off: Seattle Seahawks to Rule NFC in 2008

  By Curtis Clontz
  
  It is opening week around college campuses around the nation and that means one thing. The NFL is starting next week! This time around on Curtis Sounds Off I am going to give you my predictions for the NFL season to come.
  
  This [...]
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  Posted: September 01, 2008, 6:24pm EDT
  

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  Smithfield High School graduate and true freshman Dyrell Roberts started his collegeiate career off with just one reception for the Virginia Tech Hokies, but it was a good one--a 62 catch and run from quarterback Sean Glennon.
  
  The Hokies were stunned as the East Carolina Pirates beat Virginia Tech [...]
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  Posted: August 31, 2008, 1:33am EDT
  

• Nine Year Old Baseball Player Discriminated Against Because He's Too Good

  The Little League World Series just finished and Hawaii was crowned champions. One thing that you didn't hear throughout the entire tournament was "he is too good" or "that pitcher throws too fast".
  
  Those are the exact statements being made about a 9 year old in New Haven Connecticut.' [...]
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  Posted: August 26, 2008, 3:43pm EDT
  

• Listen to ESPN Radio 1310 for Elite Hampton Roads MMA Coverage

  This Saturday marks a huge day for sports in the Tidewater area. A new radio show on ESPN Radio 1310 could be the spark that ignites the fire of MMA in our own backyard. TSR has kept you up to date with events in the area for the past few [...]
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  Posted: August 26, 2008, 3:36pm EDT
  

• Curtis Sounds Off: USA Basketball and Fantasy Football

  By Curtis Clontz

  Welcome back to the next episode of Curtis Sounds Off. It seems like an eternity since I posted the last one, and have been very excited about the update. If you haven't subscribed yet, be sure to do so. This way, you can receive the latest updates from' [...]
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  Posted: August 25, 2008, 2:09pm EDT
  

• 2009 Peninsula District Baseball: Menchville to Dominate Defense; Woodside, Gloucester, and Bethel to Return Strong Clubs

  Last week, I spoke with a prominent head baseball coach in the Peninsula District about the 2009 spring season. He mentioned Bethel will again be in the hunt, as they return starting pitcher Justin Shivley.
  
  But maybe the most surprising thoughts if you aren't keeping up with PD baseball' [...]
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  Posted: August 22, 2008, 6:15pm EDT
  

• Antwain Britt from Virginia Beach to Compete on UFC’s The Ultimate Fighter

  By Curtis Clontz
  
  
  Get more pictures like this from SHERDOG.COM
  
  TSR has been the premier MMA website for the Tidewater area for several months now. I have personally been telling you about the growth of the sport here in Hampton Roads [...]
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  Posted: August 20, 2008, 2:38pm EDT
  

• Curtis Sounds Off: How Bout' The Bejing Olympics!

  TSR is a unique website and is constantly updating to become one of the best sites for the readers. One of the latest updates to the site is to provide you the viewer a chance to be the world’s worst critic or to agree and share your ideas on various [...]
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  Posted: August 18, 2008, 4:41pm EDT
  

• Curtis Sounds Off

  Our Hampton Roads MMA expert and sports enthusiast Curtis Clontz will be sharing his opinions on anything sports-related right here at Curtis Sounds Off.
  
  Curtis will be expressing views on why he believes Duke basketball is the best college team in the world and how Tidewater recruits will help [...]
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  Posted: August 15, 2008, 2:28pm EDT
  

• David Walters of Tabb High in Yorktown Swimming in 2008 Olympics

  David Walters of Yorktown helped the U.S. Mens Swim Team set a relay record earlier this week in a qualifying heat at the 2008 Bejing Olympic games . Walters graduated from Tabb High in 2006 and was by far the top swimming in Virginia High School League play.
  
  After [...]
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  Posted: August 13, 2008, 9:19pm EDT
  

• CageFest 5 in Roanoke, Virginia: Showcasing Virginia's Finest MMA Talent

  By Curtis Clontz
  
  The Roanoke Civic Center will be on fire this weekend! Mixed Martial Arts will take over the civic center as CageFest 5 “Star City Showdown” will be on display.
  
  This family affair will include some of the areas best fighters as well as UFC fighter [...]
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  Posted: August 07, 2008, 11:22pm EDT
  

• Hampton Roads Sports Calendar

  Got a cool sports event coming up? Do you play weekly pick up games but want to spread the word?
  
  Open to anyone, this page is dedicated to any and all sports-related events in Tidewater. Maybe a group of guys get together once a week to play tennis, and [...]
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  Posted: August 06, 2008, 9:40pm EDT
  

• Your Votes Are In: Hampton Roads Baseball Beats Out Football By Three Votes

  For nearly one month, I ran the following poll for Tidewater sports fans to vote on:
  
  What sport is Tidewater known best for?
  
  The votes are in, and baseball edged football by just three votes. Basketball and the "other" category lagged far behind.
  
  Chesapeake accounts for much [...]
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  Posted: August 05, 2008, 1:00am EDT
  

• ESPN Radio 1310 Mixed Martial Arts Talk Show to Launch August 2, 2008

  By Curtis Clontz
  
  This Saturday marks a huge day for sports in the Tidewater area. A new radio show on ESPN Radio 1310 could be the spark that ignites the fire of MMA in our own backyard. TSR has kept you up to date with events in the area [...]
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  Posted: July 30, 2008, 11:17am EDT
  

• Virginia Militia Announce Open Try-Outs in Williamsburg, Virginia

  Location: Williamsburg Indoor Sports Center (WISC), Williamsburg, VA
  Dates: Saturday, August 23 & Sunday, August 24, 2008
  Time: 8-9:30 PM
  Cost: $40 per player required at signup - tryout fee is NON-REFUNDABLE and pays for either session or both. Attendence at both sessions is strongly advised.
  
  We are looking [...]
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  Posted: July 28, 2008, 8:10pm EDT
  

• 757 Bloggers, Opinionatedsports.com Contribute to Tidewater Sports Blogosphere

  Tidewater Sports Report isn't the only sports blog in the 757. I've done some research and found some other Hampton Roads sports blogs you might like.
  
  Check out Marc Winder's blog, where he blogs about various sports events in Tidewater. Also on this blog, you will find a [...]
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  Posted: July 22, 2008, 7:26pm EDT
  

• Tidewater Sports Car Club Lets You Race Your Own Car

  Photo by Ernesto Andrade
  
  If you enjoy racing your car, but don't want to get in trouble for street-racing (or get a speeding ticket) and aren't ready to train for the NASCAR circuit, consider autocross.
  
  "Autocross is a form of motorsports that emphasizes [...]
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  Posted: July 09, 2008, 9:35pm EDT
  

• 757 Boxing Club, 757-717-5291, 3440 Chandler Creek Road, Virginia Beach, VA, 23453

  757 Boxing Club in Virginia Beach, Virginia, is the place to be if you enjoy boxing, or even just getting in a good workout. This Hampton Roads boxing club offers just about everything for all ages.
  
  Here's a list of some of the programs offered:

  • Personal [...]
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  Posted: July 05, 2008, 1:06am EDT
  

• Andre Dawkins of Atlantic Shores in Portsmouth Commits to Duke University

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  By Curtis Clontz
  
  The Duke University Blue Devils is not something that you normally read about in the Tidewater Sports Report (TSR). However, thanks to Andre Dawkins of Atlantic Shores Christian School (ASCS) in Virginia Beach, Virginia, we may be hearing a lot [...]
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  Posted: July 02, 2008, 11:24am EDT
  

• Get Windsurfing Advice, Tidewater News Updates, and More with Hampton Roads Windsurfing Blogger

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  Who needs the ocean to surf? Over at James Douglass's blog, a 29 year old guy who is furthering his education at the Virginia Institute of Marine Science, he provides Hampton Roads windsurfing fans information on the latest happenings all around Tidewater. [...]
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  Posted: June 30, 2008, 12:29am EDT
  

• Mixed Martial Arts: Video Highlights for Hampton Roads Fans

  So our lead Mixed Martial Arts writer Curtis Clontz filled you in on some information regarding MMA, like how it's growing rapidly in Tidewater and where to find great gyms to participate. But what Tidewater Sports Report has failed to do is give you some MMA highlight video.
  
  This [...]
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  Posted: June 25, 2008, 11:35pm EDT
  

• Virginia Beach Baseball Native Drafted in 2008 by Chicago Cubs

  Print & Web Copywriting
  
  Pete Levitt, a graduate of Cape Henry Collegiate Academy in Virginia Beach, Virginia, was selected in the 50th round by the Chicago Cubs in the 2008 Major League Baseball Draft.
  
  Levitt went 2-0 as a freshman this spring at Pitt Community College in [...]
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  Posted: June 23, 2008, 2:12am EDT
  

• Waterfront Lumber, 757-245-0091, 1200 Jefferson Avenue, Newport News, VA 23607

  Waterfront Lumber Company has been serving Hampton Roads for over half a century. Call 757-245-0091 for just about any project that deals with lumber.
  
  For great customer service and superior performance, this lumber yard in Downtown Newport News is the place for you.
  
  Waterfront Lumber is located on [...]
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  Posted: June 23, 2008, 1:52am EDT
  

• Robust Writing, 757-371-9252, Newport News, VA

  Does your writing need a boost? Robust Writing provides crisp, sharp copywriting for print and web content needs.
  
  Based in Newport News, Virginia, Robust Writing offers print and online copywriting--just about everything from blogs to feature articles to advertising copy.
  
  Visit the Robust Writing blog [...]
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  Posted: June 22, 2008, 10:50pm EDT
  

• Coastal Technology,757-356-0006, 302 Main Street, Smithfield, VA 23430

  Coastal Technology specializes in computer repair, networking, and web development.
  
  This young and energetic team is located on 302 Main Street in Historic Downtown Smithfield, Virginia.
  
  Call 757-356-0006 for a free consulation.

  

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  Posted: June 22, 2008, 10:37pm EDT
  

• Tidewater Sports Report Reaches Record High Readership

  Tidewater Sports Report (TSR) has reached record site statistics for three consecutive months.
  TSR averages 2400+ page views per month.

  

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  Posted: June 21, 2008, 4:56am EDT
  

• Classifieds

  757 Boxing Club
  Professional and Amateur Boxing Training, Personal Fitness, and Teams
  
  3440 Chandler Road
  Virginia Beach, VA 23453
  
  Phone: 757-717-5291
  
  Coastal Technology
  Computer, Internet, and Networking Services
  
  302 Main Street
  Smithfield, VA 23430
  
  Phone: 757-356-0006
  
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  Posted: June 21, 2008, 4:47am EDT
  

• Fairlawn Community Center Fun for All

  After school programs, adult leagues, and various other sports-related activities are all at Fairlawn Community Center in Norfolk, Virginia.
  
  I spent some time there on Thursday and enjoyed watching young basketball prospects, some of which that will soon represent Tidewater high school teams like Booker T. Washington High School [...]
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  Posted: June 20, 2008, 12:40am EDT
  

• Hit the outdoor batting cages at Smithfield Skate in Smithfield, VA

  Sponsored by Coastal Technology
  
  Calling all Hampton Roads baseball and softball players: Hop in your car and check out Smithfield Skate's outdoor batting cage located in Smithfield, Virginia. The cages offer excellent quality for softball and baseball cages, with several different speeds to choose from.
  
  It's a [...]
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  Posted: June 05, 2008, 2:06am EDT
  

• Two Former Hampton Roads AAU Baseball Players Battling in NCAA Division I Baseball Regional Play

  Sponsored by Robust Writing
  
  When these two fellas were 15, spectators were watching a slew of future collegiate talent play at Woodside High School in an AAU state baseball tournament in Newport News, Virginia. Among those names were University of Virginia's freshman pitcher Robert Morey and UNC-Wilmington's freshman [...]
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  Posted: May 31, 2008, 11:18pm EDT
  

• Virginia Adventure Club Offers Tidewater Athletes Extreme Fun

  Sponsored by Robust Writing
  
  Photo by Rick Audet
  
  Do you enjoy "hiking, kayaking, biking, rafting, climbing, hang gliding, camping, skiing, canoeing, touring, polar plunging, bungee jumping, parasailing, and skydiving?"
  
  If you do, and you live in the Tidewater, Richmond, or Charlottesville regions [...]
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  Posted: May 16, 2008, 5:12am EDT
  

• Kayak Nature Tours in Virginia Beach: Exploring the Region's best Waterways

  Sponsored by Vigorous Writing
  
  Photo by Bob Jagendorf
  
  The weather outside is warm, the sun is out, and the water is calling Tidewater sports enthusiasts to join in the fun. I'm not talking about the ocean; instead, I'm referring to kayaking all [...]
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  Posted: May 06, 2008, 8:34pm EDT
  

• King of the Ring to Showcase Superior Talent in Hampton, Virginia

  By Curtis Clontz
  clontz@tidewatersportsreport.com
  
  Saturday May 3rd, if you are anywhere near Hampton University in Hampton, Virginia, you will hear the screams of hundreds of true Mixed Martial Art (MMA) fans. King of the Ring makes their return as they showcase their continuously growing pool of talented fighters.
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  Posted: May 02, 2008, 12:25am EDT
  

• Bay Rivers District Baseball: Historic Triangle Battles; Smithfield on the South of the James Causing Trouble

  As the Bay Rivers District baseball season nears its end, it's time to take a look at who's hot and who's not. Let's start with the Islanders in Poquoson, Virginia. These guys have won six games straight, knocking off the Bay River's second hottest team 8-7, the Smithfield Packers. The [...]
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  Posted: April 30, 2008, 2:39am EDT
  

• Hampton Roads African American Sports Hall of Fame Recognizing Outstanding Athletic Achievements

  Did you know Tidewater has its own sports hall of fame for African-Americans?
  
  The Hampton Roads African American Sports Hall of Fame has been in existence for over a decade and recognizes athletes from Tidewater for their accomplishments.
  
  Here is their mission statement:
  
  "WE IDENTIFY [...]
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  Posted: April 20, 2008, 12:53am EDT
  

• Chesapeake Baseball Stars Making Presence Known in MLB

  The Southside has some rich athletic talent, and the nation is realizing the baseball talent we produce with Chesapeake's great players starting the 2008 Major League Baseball season off with a bang.
  
  Let's take a look at some statistics for Tidewater's Justin Upton, B.J. Upton, and David Wright.
  
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  Posted: April 17, 2008, 2:17am EDT
  

• Portsmouth Invitational Tournament Update

  By Curtis Clontz
  clontz@tidewatersportsreport.com
  
  What If I told you that you could be in the same high school basketball gym as two three-time NBA Finals champions? Both are considered to be in the NBA’s top 50 players. One is a living legend and one of the most clutch [...]
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  Posted: April 12, 2008, 4:12pm EDT
  

• Portsmouth Invitational Tournament a Slam Dunk for Future NBA Stars

  By Curtis Clontz
  
  If you are anywhere near Churchland High School, you will hear the screams and cheers of some of the best college basketball fans in Tidewater this week at the Portsmouth Invitational Tournament (PIT) in Portsmouth, Virginia.
  The nation’s largest amateur basketball [...]
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  Posted: April 09, 2008, 1:28am EDT
  

• Norfolk Admirals: Professional Ice Hockey in Norfolk, Virginia

  Basketball, football, and baseball in Hampton Roads are typically recognized on the national level, but many forget we have some professional ice hockey right here in Norfolk, Virginia. That's right, ice hockey in Tidewater.
  
  The Norfolk Admirals play at the Norfolk Scope, and I [...]
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  Posted: April 08, 2008, 1:40am EDT
  

• Mixed Martial Arts Growing at Rapid Pace in Hampton Roads

  By Curtis Clontz
  opinionatedsports.com
  
  Southeastern Virginia has a new sport that is flying under the radar. Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is one of the fastest growing sports in the nation, as well as in our back yard.
  
  MMA combines many different forms of martial arts. Imagine these [...]
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  Posted: April 02, 2008, 8:50pm EDT
  

• Ride Horses in Tidewater, Virginia

  Riding horses exists in Hampton Roads, and it certainly is recognized as a sport at Tidewater Sports Report.
  I've found a few places for you to explore if you are interested in getting involved in riding horses.
  Kings Fork Training [...]
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  Posted: April 01, 2008, 10:29pm EDT
  

• Grand Slam: A Big Hit in Virginia Beach, Virginia for Years

  The Peninsula has its own baseball facilities, with On Deck Training Complex in Yorktown and Boo Williams Sportsplex in Hampton, Virginia. The Southside needs a place for extra cuts in the winter too. Stroll down Virginia Beach Blvd in Virginia Beach, Virginia, where Grand Slam USA is located.
  
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  Posted: April 01, 2008, 10:15pm EDT
  

• Diving Photos

  Diving in Newport News and Virginia Beach, Virginia

  

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  Posted: April 01, 2008, 12:25am EDT
  

• Badminton Alive and Well in Hampton Roads

  Badminton is certainly one of those sports that most seem to forget about, but it is real! Yes, badminton lovers in southeastern Virginia can find somewhere to play.
  
  Take a peek at the Virginia Beach Badminton Club in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
  
  If you are [...]
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  Posted: March 30, 2008, 2:44am EDT
  

• Volleyball Photos

  Volleyball photos in Hampton Roads, Virginia

  

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  Posted: March 30, 2008, 2:27am EDT
  

• Sailing Photos

  Sailing photos in Hampton Roads, Virginia

  

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  Posted: March 30, 2008, 2:23am EDT
  

• Badminton Photos

  Badminton photos in Hampton Roads, Virginia

  

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  Posted: March 30, 2008, 2:22am EDT
  

• Ice Hockey Photos

  Ice Hockey in Hampton Roads, Virginia

  

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  Posted: March 30, 2008, 2:20am EDT
  

• Rugby Photos

  Rugby photos in Newport News, Virginia

  

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  Posted: March 30, 2008, 2:19am EDT
  

• Golf Photos

  Golf

  

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  Posted: March 30, 2008, 2:17am EDT
  

• Skimboarding Photos

  Skimboarding in Virginia Beach, Virginia

  

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  Posted: March 30, 2008, 2:17am EDT
  

• Surfing Photos

  Surfing in Virginia Beach, Virginia

  

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  Posted: March 30, 2008, 2:16am EDT