VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH GAMES AT LIBERTY UNIVERSITY
2017 OFFICIAL PROGRAM GUIDE
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On behalf of Liberty University, I am pleased to welcome you to the Virginia Commonwealth On behalf of Liberty University, I am pleased to welcome you to the Virginia Commonwealth Games at Liberty University. If this is your first visit, or if it has been a while since you were here, Games at Liberty University. If this is your first visit, or if it has been a while since you were here, I invite you to explore our campus and discover all that Liberty has to offer. We are in the midst I invite you to explore our campus and discover all that Liberty has to offer. We are in the midst of a nearly $1 billion renovation that is an investment not only in state-of-the-art buildings and of a nearly $1 billion renovation that is an investment not only in state-of-the-art buildings and resources, but also in the lives and futures of our students. resources, but also in the lives and futures of our students. Our entire campus speaks to Liberty’s commitment to providing our student body with world-class Our entire campus speaks to Liberty’s commitment to providing our student body with world-class academic, athletic, and residential facilities, and it is our privilege to share it with you. Drop by the academic, athletic, and residential facilities, and it is our privilege to share it with you. Drop by the Hancock Welcome Center to schedule a tour, see what’s new on campus, or just learn more about Hancock Welcome Center to schedule a tour, see what’s new on campus, or just learn more about who we are. who we are. Don’t forget to make plans to come back in the fall when campus activities are in full swing. You Don’t forget to make plans to come back in the fall when campus activities are in full swing. You can attend College For A Weekend or get tickets to an exciting athletics event or theatre production. can attend College For A Weekend or get tickets to an exciting athletics event or theatre production. As the home of the Virginia Commonwealth Games, it is our privilege to host you. As the home of the Virginia Commonwealth Games, it is our privilege to host you. Enjoy your visit, Enjoy your visit,
It’s your dream. Live it.
Jerry Falwell Jerry Falwell President President
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Welcome: Liberty University
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Welcome: United States Olympic Committee
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Welcome: Virginia Amateur Sports Board of Directors
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Sponsors
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Virginia Amateur Sports Board of Directors, Staff, Local Organizing Committee and Interns
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History of the Games
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Athlete Profile - Brandon Inge
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Map: Liberty Univeristy Event Venues
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Map: Lynchburg Event Venues
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Sports at a Glance
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Sports Event Information
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States Games of America
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Guest Speaker: Bimbo Coles
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Restuarant Guide
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Athlete Tailgate Party & Opening Ceremonies
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July, 2017 Greetings athletes, coaches, and friends, As the chairman of Virginia Amateur Sports Board of Directors, it is my pleasure to welcome you all to the 28th year of the Virginia Commonwealth Games. This is our second year at Liberty University and we are excited to have you all here in Lynchburg, Virginia, competing in what will be the best Commonwealth Games yet. Along with Liberty University, the City of Lynchburg, we at Virginia Amateur Sports have planned a weekend full of fun and excitement for everyone.
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Dear Virginia Commonwealth Games Participant: On behalf of the United States Olympic Committee, I am pleased to welcome you to the Virginia Commonwealth Games. Since its inception, this festival has not only raised awareness of Olympic sports, but also acted as a vehicle to motivate positive lifestyle choices, inspire the pursuit of education and stress the importance of family and community. The State Games are driven by the potential to positively influence young athletes, the leaders of tomorrow. Many of our Olympians and Paralympians were inspired to become elite athletes because of their participation in community-based programs such as the State Games. These programs play an integral role in the development of the athletic skills and the values of many young people who dream of representing Team USA in future Olympic and Paralympic Games. The USOC wishes success to all competitors. The sportsmanship, fair play and respect that you demonstrate during the State Games can establish a pattern that will serve you for the rest of your life. Your hard work and dedication prove you are already on the path towards becoming a champion both in sport and life. Best regards,
Liberty University has opened the doors to their world-class facilities to create an atmosphere that mimics the Olympic Village, and to foster an environment that promotes the best of competition and sportsmanship during the Virginia Commonwealth Games. Athletes: Go out there and play hard, have fun, and display exceptional sportsmanship! My college football coach, Cal McCombs, would always say “when you leave this field and are out in the community remember who you are and who you represent”. Remember those words and live a life to make a difference for yourself and others. Coaches: Support these young men and women as they learn some of the most important life lessons under your leadership. Be an example for them to emulate. Parents: Cheer hard and set an example for our young athletes. Help make this experience a positive one that your child remembers for a lifetime. Please, enjoy the time with your family and all that the City of Lynchburg and Liberty University have to offer. Finally, a HUGE THANK YOU to all the coaches, officials, and volunteers that have come together to make these games the best yet! Sincerely,
Scott A. Blackmun Chief Executive Officer
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Welcome to
LYNCHBURG
Welcome, participants and families, to the Commonwealth Games at Liberty University! On behalf of the City of Lynchburg, Virginia, I extend my most heartfelt welcome to all of you who have come to compete or to support someone who is participating. I congratulate you on your many accomplishments and on your competitive spirit. We are excited to have you as our guests and want you to enjoy your time with us. While you are here, we encourage you to take some time to discover unique eateries and shops in our downtown, take a self-guided tour of our historic neighborhoods, or visit our museums, art galleries and gardens. For your more active side, enjoy everything from snowboarding to hiking to biking and so much more!
Downtown Lynchburg
Blackwater Creek Trail
Lynchburg Community Market
You can find area maps, lists of restaurants, shops and attraction information on our website, LynchburgVirginia.org or we invite you to stop in our Visitor Center at 216 Twelfth Street, on the corner of Church Street in Downtown Lynchburg, open seven days a week from 9:00 a.m. to 5: 00p.m. Again, welcome to Lynchburg –a great place to live, work and play and, of course, visit! Sincerely,
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SPONSORS THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING THE GAMES
TITLE Liberty University
PRESENTING Blue Eagle Credit Union City of Lynchburg Ford Glass & Associates Papa John’s WSET ABC 13
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ATHLETE PROFILE FROM THE COMMONWEALTH GAMES TO THE BIG LEAGUES:
The Journey of Lynchburg’s Brandon Inge by Adrian Salas
the people of Detroit, easing his transition to the big leagues. Brandon was also praised for his defensive adaptability on the field, changing positions in order to earn more playing time. He was not a catcher coming out of college, but when the Tigers drafted him they made it clear that this was the position they wanted him to play. He was able to make the adjustment and picked up arguably the toughest position to play on the diamond. Inge was so effective behind the plate that he quickly worked his way through the minor league system and eventually became the team’s starting catcher. As an undersized infielder and pitcher, Brandon Inge was overlooked by many scouts coming out of Brookville high school in Lynchburg. What these scouts didn’t know was he would more than make up for his size with an exceptional work ethic on his way to a successful MLB career. Growing a couple inches and putting on some extra weight after high school didn’t hurt either.
The versatile Inge’s professional accomplishments include feats that the average player never gets to see. His favorite memory was the Tigers’ 2006 run to the World Series. His stellar finish to the season helped the team make their first title appearance in 22 years. Brandon’s most productive season came in 2009, when a red-hot start earned him a spot in the all-star game as well as the Home Run Derby.
Inge graduated from Brookville in 1995. He went on to earn second-team All-American honors at VCU prior to being drafted by the Detriot Tigers in the second round of the 1998 MLB Draft. He stayed in Detroit for the majority of his 13-year career before signing with the Athletics and Pirates at the tail end. At Brookville, Inge also played basketball and football but baseball is where he truly excelled. Before the school retired his number 7 jersey, Brandon earned the honor of representing the West region in the 1994 Commonwealth Games of Virginia. These all-star teams are comprised of the best high school baseball players from around the state, requiring a tryout to make the team. "Brandon at the high school level was ... just that rare athlete that you don't see a lot of times," said former Cave Spring coach Roger White, who served as Inge's Commonwealth Games head coach. In addition to his strong arm, Brandon owned an impressive vertical jump at the time, measuring over 40 inches. Inge was a fan favorite in Detroit due to his flashy glove and blue-collar mentality. He notes that the people from his hometown of Lynchburg share the latter trait with 14
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Since retiring, Brandon has enjoyed watching his sons Tyler and Chase play, whose names he has tattooed on his forearms. “Being able to watch my kids play, that’s the most important thing to me. I probably hold it higher in the memory banks than playing in the major leagues,” says Inge. He has helped coach their Lynchburg little league teams as well as helping to form a transitional league for kids moving on from the coach pitch level. In 2015 Brandon reunited with his high school program, becoming an assistant coach at Brookville. 15
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SPORT
VENUE
DATE(S)
Archery
Liberty University
July 21-23
Archery-3D
Liberty University
July 21-23
Archery- Indoor
Sweet Briar College
July 22
Badminton
Dunbar Middle School - Lynchburg
July 22-23
Baseball - All Star
Liberty University
July 14-16
Baseball - Nations
New River Valley & Covington
June 17-18
Baseball - Nations (13U - 15U only)
Liberty University & Liberty Christian Academy (LCA)
July 22-23
Basketball
Liberty University & Liberty Christian Academy (LCA)
July 21-23
Baton Twirling
Liberty University
April 1
Bowling
NRV SuperBowl - Christiansburg
July 21-23
Chess
Liberty University - Demoss Hall
July 22
Disc Golf
Liberty University
July 22
E-Games
Liberty University - Montview Ballroom
July 22
Equestrian
Liberty University
July 29-30
Field Hockey - Youth
Liberty University
June 24
Field Hockey - Adult
Liberty University
June 24-25
Figure Skating
Liberty University
June 17-18
Fitness Competition
Lynchburg CrossFit
July 22
Gymnastics
Liberty University Indoor Track Complex
July 22
Ice Hockey - Adult
Liberty University
April 22-23
Ice Hockey - Youth
Liberty University
March 25-26
Judo
Liberty University
April 22
Jujutsu
Liberty University
April 23
Karate
Linkhorne Middle School - Lynchburg
July 15
Lacrosse-Men’s
Liberty University
July 22
Mountain Biking
Peaksview Park - Lynchburg
September 17
Paintball
Liberty University
July 22
Pickleball
LU - LaHaye Student Center
July 28-29
Powerlifting
LU Football Operations Center
July 22
Racquetball
LU - LaHaye Courts
July 21-23
Rugby - Adult
Central VA United Soccer Complex
July 15
Rugby - Youth
James Long Park - Haymarket
July 21-23
Run - 5K
Liberty University
July 15
Shooting - Trap
Izaak Walton Park - Lynchburg
July 22
Skateboarding
Liberty University Skate Park
July 22
Snowflex-Ski/Snowboarding
Liberty University Snowflex
July 22
Soccer-Indoor
LU - Thomas Indoor Soccer Center
July 21-23
Softball - Adult Slow Pitch
Peaksview Park - Lynchburg
July 15-16
Softball - Youth
Liberty University & Peaksview Park
July 22-23
Sporting Clays
Shenandale Gun Club - Swoope
July 23
Swimming-Youth
Miller Park - Lynchburg
June 23-25
Swimming- Adult - Long & Short Course
LU Aquatic Natatorium
December 9-10
Tennis-Adult
Liberty University
July 21-23
Tennis-Youth
Liberty University
July 28-30
Track & Field-Outdoor
Liberty University
July 22-23
Track & Field-Indoor
LU Indoor Track Complex
December 2-3
Trail Race (1/2 Marathon, 5K)
Liberty University - Camp Hydaway
October 14
Triathlon - Indoor
Liberty University
February 4
Ultimate Frisbee
Liberty University
July 22-23
Volleyball- 2 on 2 Grass
American Legion - Salem
July 22-23
Volleyball - Beach
Liberty University
July 22
Volleyball - Male 6’s
Liberty University
July 1
Weightlifting
Liberty University
Fall 2017
Wrestling
Liberty University
July 15
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ARCHERY
July 21-23, 2017 Official Practice starts at 8am Scoring will begin at 8:30am LU - Soccer Practice Fields Coordinator - Lani Young
ARCHERY, 3D
July 21-23, 2017 9:30am friday, saturday, and sunday Liberty University 3D field Coordinator - Mitch Reno
ARCHERY, INDOOR (NASP) July 22, 2017 First Flight begins at 9am Sweet Brier College Coordinator - Robert Shelton
BADMINTON
July 22-23, 2017 Dunbar Middle School - Lynchburg Coordinators- Melissa Smoot & Jim Greenlees
BATON
April 1, 2017 9am Liberty University - schilling center Coordinator - Brenda Lipscomb & Ardath Franck
BOWLING
July 21-23, 2017 Friday - Seniors ONLY NRV SuperBowl - Christiansburg Coordinator - Amanda Collins & Terry Stike
CHESS
July 22, 2017 10am-8pm Liberty University - DeMoss Hall 4066 Coordinator - Mike Hoffpauir
DISC GOLF
July 22, 2017 8am Liberty University - Camp Hydaway Course & East Campus Course Coordinator - Steve Bowman
BASEBALL - ALL STAR
July 14-16, 2017 First game begins at 6pm on Friday Liberty University Baseball Field Coordinator - Wally Beagle
BASEBALL - NATIONS
June 17-18, 2017 July 21-23, 2017 - (13U & 14U ONLY) June - New River Valley July - Libert University & LCA Coordinator - Randall Morris
E-GAMES
July 22, 2017 Liberty University - student center Ballroom Coordinator - Steffan Torres
FIELD HOCKEY - ADULT (CO-ED) June 24, 2017 Various Times Liberty University- Field Hockey Field Coordinator - Ashley Ballard
FIGURE SKATING
June 17-18, 2017 Official Practice starts at 8am LU - LaHaye Ice Center Coordinator - Dawn Harter
FITNESS COMPETITION
July 22, 2017 9am Crossfit Lynchburg Coordinator - Jerrod at Crossfit Lynchburg
GYMNASTICS
July 22, 2017 Official Practice starts at 8am Scoring will begin at 8:30am LU - Indoor Track Coordinator - Tim Kapple
July 29-30, 2017 Stalls open at Noon on Friday for Check in Liberty University Equestrian Center Coordinator - JIm Arrigon
ICE HOCKEY (ADULT)
April 22-23, 2017 LU - LaHaye Ice Center Coordinator - Ben Hughes
March 25-26, 2017 saturday march 25th at 6am LU - LaHaye Ice Center Coordinator - Ben Hughes
July 21-23, 2017 Various Times Liberty University & Liberty Christian Academy
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July 15, 2017 registration at 8:30am, Briefing at 10am Likehorne Middle School Coordinator - Kim Magruder
LACROSSE - MENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S
July 22-23, 2017 Official Practice starts at 8am LU - Mens Lacrosse Fields- East Campus Coordinator - Kyle McQuillan/Mike Zumpano
MOUNTAIN BIKING
september 17, 2017 11am Peaks View Park, Ardmore Drive entrance Coordinator -Davey Hazlegrove
July 22, 2017 check in at 8am, events start at 8:30 LU - Liberty Paintball Facility Coordinator - Brian Davidson
PICKLEBALL
July 28-29, 2017 LU - LaHaye Fitness Center Coordinator - Judy Bowman
POWERLIFTING JUDO
BASKETBALL
April 23, 2017 LU - LaHaye Gym Coordinator - Tarek Moneir
PAINTBALL
ICE HOCKEY (YOUTH) EQUESTRIAN
JUJUTSU
April 22, 2017 for juniors 8am-10am and competition at 10:30, for sniors 10am-12pm LU - LaHaye Gym Coordinator - Tarek Moneir
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July 22, 2017 8am LU - Liberty Football Operations Center Weight Room Coordinator - Bryant Lewellyn
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RACQUETBALL
July 21-23, 2017 4pm friday LU- LaHaye Raquetball courts Coordinator - Daniel Rodriguez
RUGBY (ADULT)
July 15, 2017 9am-4:30pm Central VA United Soccer Complex Coordinator - Josh Sutton or Adam Evans
RUGBY (YOUTH)
July 21-23, 2017t Haymarket, VA Coordinator - Jan Jacobs
RUN - 5K
July 15, 2017 8am Liberty University Coordinator - Jeff Fedorko
SHOOTING - TRAP
July 22, 2017 registration at 9am, competition at 10am Izaak Walton Lynchburg Coordinator - Billy Wood
SKATEBOARDING
July 22, 2017 Registration 9am-11:30am Competiton starts at noon LU - Liberty Moutain Skate Park Coordinator - Jake Hilbish
Snowflex-SKIING/ Snowboarding
July 22, 2017 Regitration from 9am-12pm and event starts at 1:00pm LU - Snowflex Coordinator - Ryan Leeds/Kevin Hoff 24
Sporting Clays
TENNIS - YOUTH
SOCCER - INDOOR
TRACK & FIELD - INDOOR
July 23, 2017 Shenandale Gun Club Coordinator- Bill Ledbetter
July 21-23, 2017 8am-9pm both days LU - Thomas Indoor Soccer Center Coordinator - Jeff Alder
SOFTBALL - ADULT SLOWPITCH
July 29-30, 2017 Liberty University- Tennis Courts Coordinator - Michael Edward Jacob
December 1-3, 2017 LU -Liberty Indoor Track Facility Coordinator - _______
July 22, 2017 9am start time, 8:30 check in LU - Liberty Sand Volleyball courts Coordinator - Rachel Willis
VOLLEYBALL - 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122;S - MALE July 1, 2017 check in at 8:30am LU - schilling center Coordinator - Bryan Rigg
TRACK & FIELD - OUTDOOR
July 15-16, 2017 Peaks View Park Coordinator - John Counts
July 22-23, 2017 8am saturday, 7am sunday LU - Matt Hopkins Track Complex Coordinator - Theo Mcivor
SOFTBALL - FASTPITCH
TRAIL RACE
July 22-23, 2017 Liberty University and Peaksview Park Coordinator - John McPhail
VOLLEYBALL - BEACH
October 14, 2017 Half Marathon- 8am-12pm 5k- 8:15am-11am LU - Camp Hydaway Coordinator - Mike Ellsworth
WEIGHTLIFTING Fall 2017
WRESTLING
July 15, 2017 9am start time LU - LaHaye Gym Coordinator - Jesse Castro
SWIMMING - ADULT LONG COURSE December 9, 2017 LU - Liberty Natatorium Coordinator - Parker Spencer
SWIMMING - ADULT SHORT COURSE July 21-23, 2017 LU- Liberty Natatorium Coordinator - Parker Spencer
SWIMMING - YOUTH
July 23-25, 2017 Miller Park Pool, Lynchburg Coordinator - Ryan Woodruff
TENNIS - ADULT
July 22-23, 2017 Liberty University- Tennis Courts Coordinator - Michael Edward Jacob
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TRIATHLON - INDOOR
February 4th, 2017 ODoors open at 6am, race at 7am LIberty University- Lahaye Fitness Center Coordinator - Parker Spencer
ULTIMATE FRISBEE
July 22-23, 2017 8am-5pm LU - Liberty Mountain Intramural Complex Coordinator - Brendan Phillips
VOLLEYBALL - 2 ON 2 (GRASS) July 22-23, 2017 9am American Legion- Salem Coordinator - Basil Conner
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2017 VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH GAMES at Liberty University
2017 VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH GAMES at Liberty University
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STATE GAMES OF AMERICA COMING TO LYNCHBURG IN 2019! Virginia Amateur Sports (VAS), Liberty University and the City of Lynchburg worked together to secure the State Games of America for Virginia, slated to premiere July 31-Aug. 4, 2019. The National Congress of State Games (NCSG) Board heard presentations in Atlantic City and completed a site visit from three cities vying to host the event. The Olympic-style event features more than 30 individual competitions between medal winners from other State Games events throughout the country and will be held in conjunction with the Virginia Commonwealth Games at Liberty University. The State Games of America are held every two years, the 2017 Games will be held in Grand Rapids, MI – August 3-6. A team from LU, Lynchburg City, and the VAS staff will be attending the week long festivities in preparation of hosting in 2019. Virginia Amateur Sports, organizers of the Virginia Commonwealth Games, stated they are honored and excited to begin the planning for 2019. The new partnership with Liberty University and the City of Lynchburg and the 28 years of successful State Games history has prepared them to organize this national event. VAS boasts the world class sports facilities at Liberty University, the outstanding community and corporate support, municipality commitment and the local organizing committee’s expertise in helping to make Lynchburg and Liberty University the ideal choice to host such a large scale event. Lynchburg Mayor Joan Foster stated “I think it proves that the City of Lynchburg is well-poised to host a national sports event like the State Games and that along with all of the other wonderful tourism assets in this region we can now add sports tourism to the list. Everyone working together made this possible.” Jerry Falwell, President of Liberty University stated, “The fact that the State Games of America will be held at Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia is a testament to what can happen when organizations work together for the common good. Had it not been for teams of people rolling up their sleeves to accomplish a goal without being concerned about who received the credit, this would have never happened.”
VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH GAMES
Previous State Games of America have had an economic impact of up to $25 million on the region where they were held, with as many as 10,000 room nights at area hotels. About 15,000 athletes from 32 different states are expected to participate in the 2019 State Games of America in Lynchburg. For more information on the Games visit: www.CommonwealthGames.org State Games information - www.stategames.org
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Pictured are some of the team members from Virginia Amateur Sports, Liberty University and Lynchburg City Tourism in Atlantic City for the bid presentation. PHOTO PROVIDED BY: WEST POINT MUSEUM COLLECTION, UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY
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2017 VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH GAMES at Liberty University
2017 VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH GAMES at Liberty University
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EAT AT THESE LOCAL RESTAURANTS THAT SUPPORT THE COMMONWEALTH GAMES!
Vernell "Bimbo" Coles Vernell “Bimbo” Coles will be the featured guest speaker at the 2017 Virginia Commonwealth Games opening ceremonies. The event will be held in the Vines Center at Liberty University at 7 PM on Friday, July 21.
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Coles was a standout athlete at Greenbrier East High School in Lewisburg, West Virginia and went on to play college basketball for the Virginia Tech Hokies for four seasons (1986– 1990). “Selecting Bimbo Coles to be our 2017 Olympic speaker was an easy one,” says VAS President Dan Foutz. “We searched for a local Olympian that our participants and supporters would recognize. He was Virginia Tech’s first Olympian in any sport, inducted into both the Virginia Tech and the Virginia Sports Halls of Fame and remains the all-time leader in scoring and assists at Virginia Tech and the Metro Conference. This coupled with a successful 14-year career in the NBA and earning a Bronze medal as a player on the 1988 United States Men’s Basketball team in Seoul, South Korea made Bimbo a great get!” Following his historic career with the Hokies, Coles was selected early in the 2nd round of the 1990 NBA draft. Over his 14-year NBA career, Coles would suit up for the Miami Heat, Golden State Warriors, Atlanta Hawks, Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics. Coles served as an assistant coach and scout for the Miami Heat and was part of their front office. 30
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Barking Dog Diner
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Bootleggers
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Papa John's
2812 Old Forest Rd, Lynchburg (434) 384-3800
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In addition to Bimbo Coles’ induction into the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame in January, the Virginia Tech athletics department recently appointed him to the position of Director of Student-Athlete Support and Community Engagement, which includes a strong emphasis on student athlete mentoring. Vernell received his signature nickname from his cousin, who really enjoyed the country song “Bimbo” by Faron Young, and affectionately gave the name to him. Bimbo currently resides in Lewisburg, West Virginia with his wife and four children. He is the Executive Director at The GROW Project, Inc. and Co-owner at CountryRoads CrossFit. 2017 VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH GAMES at Liberty University
Lynchburg, (434) 237-5231
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Chili's Grill & Bar 15147 Wards Road, Lynchburg (703) 635-6586
El Jefe Taqueria Garaje
1214 Commerce St, Lynchburg, (434) 333-4317
Shoemakers American Grille
1312 Commerce St, Lynchburg, (434) 455-1510
Famous Anthony's
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Waterstone Fire Roasted Pizza
1309 Jefferson Street, Lynchburg, (434) 455-1515
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