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Hawkins 5 touchdowns lead WVU football to upset win over No. 25 Virginia

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — On third and 5, No. 25 Virginia sent the house on West Virginia quarterback Michael Hawkins Jr. Hawkins had two defenders in his face, but before he was hit, he chucked the ball deep down the sideline. "I knew it had to get out quick," Hawkins said. Wide receiver Jaden ...

Kresser Memorial 5K carries on legacy of community service

STEUBENVILLE — The location has changed, but the goals of the Suzanne Kresser Memorial 5K Run and Walk have not. The annual event helps to raise money for the United Way of Jefferson County and to ensure that the memory of Kresser and what she meant to the community will help inspire ...

Defense leads Creek to big win at Brooke

WELLSBURG — Coming into Friday’s showdown between Brooke and Indian Creek, both teams had shown the ability to score a lot of points, while perhaps their defenses had flown under the radar. Not any more. The Redskins and Bruins clashed in a good, old-fashioned defensive battle on ...

Indian Valley hands Big Red its first loss

GNADENHUTTEN — Indian Valley couldn’t have started Friday night much worse. The Braves fumbled the opening kickoff, immediately giving undefeated Steubenville an opportunity to grab control of the game. Indian Valley’s defense made sure it didn’t happen. The Braves forced a punt, ...

Toronto improves to 5-0 with win over Oak Glen

TORONTO - The Toronto football team has been led by its defense so far this season, and the defense led the way once again Friday night against Oak Glen. In the first half, the Red Knights' defense forced the Golden Bears to punt four times, turn the ball over on downs twice and fumble once, while the Toronto offense turned three of its drives into touchdowns en route to a 28-7 victory on Homecoming at Clarke Hinkle Field. The visitors picked up a first down on their first possession of the game, however, the drive stalled after that, and 30-yard punt gave the hosts the ball at their ...

FOOTBALL ROUNDUPS

EDISON GETS BIG WIN AT WEIR WEIRTON — The Edison football team got back in the win column and spoiled the Red Riders home opener on Friday night, earning a 36-6 victory at Jimmy Carey Stadium. Brett Hellyer ran for three touchdowns in the game, while Bryson Cunningham threw a touchdown pass to Will Norris. Edison improves to 2-3 with the win, while Weir High falls to 0-4. The Wildcats visit undefeated Toronto next Friday night, while Weir High will host Tyler Consolidated. CRUSADERS TOP THE PANTHERS YORKVILLE — The Catholic Central football team earned a hard-fought ...