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Dodging a block from the opposing team, Senior Brad Price strives to earn points to further the Eagles’ score against the Dan River Wildcats. After losing to the Wildcats during the regular season, the Eagles nabbed a victory 63-45 on Dec. 27, advancing the team to the next round of the tournament. “Beating Dan River was a big deal for us because it was important to win against them in our own school,” Price said.

Eagles earn second place at Holiday Classic

January 26, 2020

Eyeing the goal above him, Sophomore Xavier Walters gains possession of the ball as his opponent uses his defense skills to stop him. For their first scrimmage, the junior varsity and varsity basketball teams battled the Patrick Henry High School Patriots on Nov. 21. “I feel like we are going to do a lot of great things this season,” Walters said.

Eagles kick off basketball season with men’s, women’s scrimmages

November 25, 2019

Seniors Tyler McDuffie and Brianna Simpson pose for a picture after being crowned king and queen of the 2019 Homecoming Court on Oct. 18. The halftime honor was McDuffie's first highlight of the night; his second was helping his varsity team mates beat the Comets 62-27.

Eagles nab win for Homecoming

November 1, 2019

Eagles nab win against Martinsville

Eagles nab win against Martinsville

April 5, 2019

Eagles take home state title

Eagles take home state title

March 7, 2019

Taking his time, Taevon Walton, 11, takes a breath before attempting his free throw shot March 5 during the semi-final game against Jefferson Forest held at the University of Lynchburg. The final score for the match-up was 53-38, with Eagles besting the Cavaliers, earning them a place in the state championship game March 7.

Eagles to face off Thursday against Louisa County High School for state championship

March 6, 2019

With fans cheering for new royalty, Carlos Poole, 12, and Faith Odom, 12, embrace each other after being crowned king and queen during half time of the homecoming game. The couple said they were proud to represent the senior class and excited to do it together. ”I was extremely happy and a little nervous but the experience was so fun,” Odom said.

Eagles beat Bassett 45-6 for Homecoming

October 30, 2018

Hoping to make a difference, members of the varsity football team participate in the Crop Walk at Ballou Park on Oct. 7. The team helped raise money to fight poverty and hunger in Danville and around the world. ”It felt good to do it, because we had the chance to help those in need,” Deadrian Towler, 11, said.

Football team helps out at 11th Annual Crop Walk

October 11, 2018

Preparing to strike the ball, James Newell, 11, hopes to get a hole in one. Newell played golf for two years and enjoyed doing the best he could. “My favorite thing about golf is the thrill of winning, however my dives have not been the best lately and I could use some extra range time to work on them,” Newell said.

Golf team starts season Aug. 14

August 30, 2018

Athena Bass, 12, prepares to serve the ball against Chatham High School Aug. 27. The varsity team went 0-3 with the Chatham Cavaliers, but played with effort and strength. “This is my fourth year playing for this team, and I love it and the sport,” Bass said.

Volleyball team starts season strong

August 28, 2018

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