Babashak Commits to Run Track at JMU
Katherine Krievs, Student Life Editor
November 16, 2018
Filed under Fall Sports, Showcase
On November 14, 2018, senior Erin Babashak fulfilled her dream of becoming a collegiate athlete. By signing to attend James Madison University, Babashak agrees to run track and compete in various field events. She will begin her career at James Madison University in August 2019, and will graduate fro...
Taylor Shell Commits to Miami on Signing Day
Erin Junkmann, Midlo Scoop Staff
November 16, 2018
On Wednesday, November 14, 2018, Mrs. Shea Collins welcomed friends, family, and athletes in the Midlothian High School library to celebrate senior Taylor Shell, as she signed her National Letter of Intent to play Division 1 Women’s Soccer at the University of Miami (FL). Shell has played socce...
Midlo XC Races at States
Katherine Krievs, Student Life Editor
November 13, 2018
Filed under Fall Sports, Showcase
On November 10, 2018, Midlo’s Cross Country team competed in the VHSL Region 4A State Cross Country Championships at Great Meadows. This competition hosts the finest athletes in the state, and every competitor in attendance wants to win a state title. The meet challenged and pushed every athlete t...
Field Hockey Takes on States
Maddie Burke, Sports Editor
November 13, 2018
Filed under Fall Sports, Sports
On Tuesday, November 6, and Friday November 9, 2018, Midlo Field Hockey’s unstoppable season rolledint o the State Tournament. Fresh off their 4B Regional win over Warhill High School, Midlo carried on into the State Tournament fired up by their winning streak and fueled with the hope to make it far. ...
Good Luck at States, Midlo XC!
November 9, 2018
Filed under Fall Sports
On Friday, November 9, 2018, members of the Midlothian High School Cross Country team loaded a bus at 9:00 am to head to the state championship at Great Meadows in Warrenton, Virginia. Good luck, Midlo!
Midlo XC Team Reigns Victorious
Katherine Krievs, Student Life Editor
November 7, 2018
Filed under Fall Sports, Showcase
On November 1, 2018, Midlo’s Cross Country team competed in one of the biggest meets of the year, 4A Region B Cross Country Regional Championship. This competition challenges every participant, for the course boasts ruthless hills, unsteady ground, and narrow pathways. Regardless of the grueling ...
Boys Volleyball Faces Petersburg in Playoffs
November 7, 2018
Filed under Fall Sports
On October 30, 2018, the Trojan Boys Volleyball team started the first game of the playoffs at home with a bang against Petersburg. The Trojans came out strong for the first set, with senior Sammy Varela delivering three ace serves in a row. Middle hitters senior Lucas Chazo and junior Carson Parrish ...
Carter Averette Commits to Play Soccer at Lynchburg
Brent Novey, Midlo Scoop Staff
November 7, 2018
Filed under Sports
On October 22, 2018, star senior athlete Carter Averette announced his commitment to continue his soccer career at the University of Lynchburg, as the first of the boys varsity soccer team to do so. Averette is well-respected amongst his teammates, with senior James O'Connell commenting,"He works e...
Field Hockey Advances to States After 16 Years
Maddie Burke, Sports Editor
November 4, 2018
Filed under Fall Sports, Showcase, Sports
For the past 16 years, Midlo Field Hockey has fallen just short of States. On Tuesday, October 30, 2018, the team finally put an end to this drought as they won the second game in the Regional Tournament, securing their spot in States. This feat did not come easily, as it took mountains of grit and ...
Christian Chambers Verbally Commits to James Madison
Erin Junkmann, Midlo Scoop Staff
October 31, 2018
Filed under Sports
Throughout the years, Midlothian has produced a great amount of athletes that have gone on to play their sport at the collegiate level. On October 14, 2018, junior baseball and football player Christian Chambers announced his commitment to pursue his baseball career at James Madison University. Ch...
Vote for Will Pomeroy, RTD Player of the Week
October 28, 2018
Filed under Sports
Please CLICK HERE to vote for senior Midlo Varsity Football player Will Pomeroy, 3 rec., 46 yards, 2 TDs; 72-yard passing TD, in a 24-20 win over Monacan, as he competes for Richmond Times Dispatch Player of the Week! Go Trojans!...
Midlo Secures Win for Seniors
Maddie Burke, Sports Editor
October 26, 2018
Filed under Fall Sports, Showcase, Sports
Each season, Midlo athletes must say goodbye to the experienced leaders on their teams. On October 24, 2018, the Midlothian Field Hockey team celebrated its seniors during a home game against the Monacan Chiefs. Posters featuring pictures of each senior hung on the fence of the stadium, as each se...
