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Preakness analysis and betting tips

By Liam Durbin — Thu, 16 May 2013 19:00:00 EDT

(NOTE: To download Liam's full cheat sheet for all of Saturday's races, click here . Following is his analysis on the Preakness Stakes.)

Hokies and 'Hoos Win Big on the Diamond

Travis Wells — Thu, 16 May 2013 23:07:00 EDT

Both Virginia Tech and Virginia are closing out the regular season schedule on the diamond this weekend. Friday night the Hokies made short work of Wake Forest, whipping the Deacons 13 to 2 in Blacksburg. Tech was paced offensively by Tyler Horan who homered, doubled twice, and singled in the win.

COLUMNIST: Virginia Tech's Johnson says basketball rules changes should help offenses

By David Teel — Fri, 17 May 2013 05:10:00 EDT

Given their teams’ contrasting styles, it’s no surprise that William and Mary’s Tony Shaver and Virginia Tech’s James Johnson differ on the duration of college basketball’s ideal shot clock. But on this they concur: Referees need to rid the game of MMA-style defense.

Retired race car driver Richard Trickle dead in apparent suicide

Thu, 16 May 2013 18:36:00 EDT

WINSTON-SALEM, North Carolina (Reuters) - Retired race car driver Richard "Dick" Trickle died on Thursday from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound at a North Carolina cemetery, sheriff's officials said.

Brookville High School names interim football coach

WDBJ7 Web Staff — Thu, 16 May 2013 16:21:00 EDT

Marshall Schmitt takes over for Jeff Woody.

Brookville High School has named an interim coach for the 2013 football season.

Preakness starters Orb, Titletown Five have a history

By Allan Vought — Wed, 15 May 2013 16:06:00 EDT

Lukas-trained colt once finished in front of Saturday's likely favorite

One of the colts entered in Saturday’s 138th running of the Preakness Stakes can lay claim to a distinction not shared by seven others: He’s actually finished ahead of the expected favorite Orb in a race.

University of Virginia coach Bennett named U.S. Under-19 assistant

WDBJ7 Web Staff — Wed, 15 May 2013 17:24:00 EDT

Virginia basketball coach Tony Bennett has been selected as an assistant coach on the USA Basketball Under 19 World Championship team.

Clarification to All-Star Race rule may favor Danica Patrick

Associated Press — Wed, 15 May 2013 15:03:00 EDT

The rules surrounding Saturday night's Sprint All-Star Race continue to change, and the latest tweak might benefit Danica Patrick.

Jimmie Johnson keeps rolling, eyeing 6th NASCAR title

George Diaz — Tue, 14 May 2013 18:46:00 EDT

Leads chase for another Cup after winning 5 consecutive titles from 2006-2010

Jimmie Johnson remains the most underappreciated five-time champion in professional sports.

U.Va., Virginia Tech attempt to balance competitive, business concerns in football scheduling

David Teel — Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 EDT

Bold non-conference schedules will serve Virginia Tech, Virginia and the ACC well as college football drives toward the playoff era. The challenge is in balancing that ambition with business and competitive concerns.