By Susan Larson
George Morris, world-renowned hunter/jumper trainer, will be at Beverly Equestrian in The Plains, Va., Tuesday, April 30 through Thursday, May 1, 2014.
Morris will offer three classes each day:
Short Circuit Horse Show Association 2014 Shows
The Short Circuit Horse Show Association features classes suitable for every rider, from beginner to expert. The association will host 19 shows in its 2014 season. The schedule is listed at the end of this article.
Providing Opportunities for Practice
The Short Circuit Horse Show Association was founded in 1965 by a group of parents who wanted to provide opportunities for riding students to progress from beginner shows to A-rated shows.
Tim Young, Stephanie Fulmer Fastest in Historic 13.1
Tim Young of Fredericksburg and Stephanie Fulmer of Arlington were the fastest men and women’s runners in the Marine Corps Historic Half on May 18, according to the unofficial results posted Sunday afternoon.
The 27-year-old Young ran a 4:58 mile pace to finish the 13.1 miles in 1:05:09.
Fulmer, 24, ran a 6:30 mile pace to finish in 1:25:18.
Fredericksburg Runner Sets Record at Second Largest Historic Half
By Tami Faram, Marine Corps Historic Half
Two course records were set Sunday morning as the second-largest field of finishers completed the Marine Corps Historic Half in Fredericksburg.
Historic Half record holder and Fredericksburg resident Tim Young, 27, crossed the finish in 1:05:09, breaking his own course record of 1:06:57.
Suns Staying Longer in Hagerstown
By Susan Larson
The Hagerstown Suns may be staying in Maryland another two years.
Hagerstown City Council voted 3 – 2 to approve a two-season lease extension for the team, which has hopes of moving to Fredericksburg.
Where to Watch World Cup Soccer
By Susan Larson
We’re days into the 2014 FIFA World Cup, but I’m still receiving requests from local residents wondering where they can catch the games.
Home Team Grill Fredericksburg, 1109 Jefferson David Hwy, is showing all World Cup Games.
Legends Sports Grille at 9969 Jefferson Davis Hwy. in Fredericksburg is showing all U.S. games and offering specials.
Spotsylvania Little League Umpire-in-Chief Honored
By Susan Larson
Spotsylvania County Little League (SCLL) Umpire-in-Chief Brian Wolfe has had a summer of honors.
Just prior to the Little League Southeast Regional Championship game August 9 in Warner Robbins, Ga., Wolfe was presented the Southeastern Region Golden Mask Award for outstanding work as an umpire and volunteer. He was also chosen to throw the first pitch for the championship game.
Learn to Fly Fish with Friends of the Rappahannock
By Susan Larson
Friends of the Rappahannock (FOR) presents Fly Fishing 101 from 9 a.m. – noon on Saturday, Aug. 16.
“This is a perfect workshop for beginning fly fishers and Scouts working on the fly fishing merit badge,” said Woodie Walker, community conservationist with Friends of the Rappahannock.
Diamond Nation Asks City for $18 Million More Towards Stadium
By Susan Larson
Diamond Nation is asking the City of Fredericksburg to contribute $18 million more towards building a stadium complex to host the Hagerstown Suns and provide space for amateur baseball and softball camps and tournaments.
The total cost of the project originally had been estimated at about $25 – $30 million.
City Manager Bev Cameron made the announcement in an update to City Council during their August 12 meeting.
City Considers Real Estate Tax Exemption for Diamond Nation Stadium Complex
By Susan Larson
Diamond Nation has requested a permanent real estate tax exemption from the City of Fredericksburg in exchange for a revenue share “in perpetuity” and the city’s investment of up to $26 million to build a baseball stadium and sports complex in Celebrate Virginia South.
The new terms came in a letter to City Council on August 21 from Diamond Nation owner Jack Cust.
City Council Votes to Continue Baseball Stadium Negotiations
By Susan Larson
Fredericksburg City Council voted unanimously Tuesday evening to continue negotiations with Diamond Nation for a stadium complex that would host the Hagerstown Suns and provide space for amateur baseball and softball camps and tournaments.
Photos: City Council Hears from Diamond Nation, Citizens
By Robert A. Martin and Susan Larson
Fredericksburg City Council voted unanimously Tuesday evening to continue negotiations with Diamond Nation for a stadium complex that would host the Hagerstown Suns and provide space for amateur baseball and softball camps and tournaments.
James Monroe Varsity Football Schedule 2014
By Susan Larson
James Monroe Yellow Jackets begin their 2014 varsity football season at 7 p.m. August 29, with an away game against Stafford.
All ten regular season games are scheduled at 7 p.m. Friday evenings. Home games are played in Maury Stadium, located at Kenmore Avenue, Hanover Street and George Street.
Varsity football head coach is Rich Serbay. The assistant coaches are Darryl Dyson, Sr., Val Folden, Kenton Griffin, Eddie Haynes, Don Joy, George Major, Jonathan Phipps and Sammy Serbay.
Yellow Jackets Prevail Over Stafford
By Susan Larson
The Yellow Jackets pulled it out in overtime, defeating the Stafford Indians 24 – 23 in the first varsity football game of the 2014 season.
“Stafford dominated in the first half,” said color commentator Bob Blackman on Fbedu educational access channel 18 on Cox Cable. James Monroe came to life in the second half. With less than a minute left in the fourth quarter, the Yellow Jackets scored, ending regulation play in a 17 – 17 tie.
UMW Eagle Nation Day Filled with Family Fun
By Susan Larson
The second annual Eagle Nation Day will be hosted by the University of Mary Washington Athletics department beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 6. It will be held at the Battleground Athletic Complex off Hanover Street and on the UMW campus in Fredericksburg. The first 500 children and youth will receive a free t-shirt.
Skydiver Delivers Game Ball to Yellow Jackets
By Susan Larson
The James Monroe Jackets won their September 12 game 38 – 13 against the Mountain View Wildcats. It’s was an exciting finish to a game that had a thrilling beginning. Skydiver Bobby Page delivered the game ball to Maury Stadium.
View the You Tube video here.
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Councilman Kelly to Recommend City Continue Baseball Negotiations
By Susan Larson
At their September 23 regular session meeting, Fredericksburg City Council will again take-up the issue of building a baseball stadium complex.
City Pledges Additional $2M, Accepts Diamond Nation Offer
By Susan Larson
Plans for a minor league baseball stadium and amateur sports complex in Fredericksburg were revived Tuesday, when City Council unanimously voted to accept Diamond Nation’s most recent offer.
“We’re essentially back to where we were a year ago,” Mayor Mary Katherine Greenlaw said.
City Manager Bev Cameron announced the offer before the meeting in an email to the press. He outlined the offer in three points:
Fredericksburg’s Zeppe Wins National Dog Show Title
Watch for Zeppe when the 2014 National Dog Show airs Thanksgiving Day at noon on NBC.
American Canoe Association Collegiate Championships in Fredericksburg
American Canoe Association Collegiate Race Series National Championships are in Fredericksburg November 1 and 2, 2014.
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