Had a great time this past weekend @HokiesFB Loved the atmosphere and the environment can’t wait to be back!! @coachjfranklin @coach_norv @JourneyBrown6 @coachsmith1507 @JHHSFootball

Had a great time this past weekend @UVAFootball Loved the atmosphere and the environment can’t wait to be back!! @CoachBWolfe @Coach_Rud @coachsmith1507 @JHHSFootball

If you can’t be corrected without being offended you will never grow in life.

Week 1-4 Highlights!! 4-0 Record 30-48 Pass 547yds 7Tds 52 Rushes 700yds 12tds hudl.com/v/2UHBwG

From Monday's Winchester Star: winchesterstar.com/wincheste…

The #Handley 🏈 team set a program record for single-game scoring with a 72-41 home win over Skyline on Saturday. Triston Darling passed for three TDs and ran for two, Jalen Washington had four rushing TDs, and the Judges had two defensive TDs. winchesterstar.com/wincheste…

#Handley's 72 points in Saturday's 🏈 win over Skyline broke the program record of 63 set in 2013 against Harrisonburg and tied in 2024 against Warren County

From Tuesday's Winchester Star: winchesterstar.com/wincheste…

Led by end Zy’Air Ford (2 sacks), #Handley held Liberty to negative rushing yards through three quarters and forced 4 turnovers in a 57-12 🏈 win at SU on Thursday. Jalen Washington and Triston Darling accounted for 3 TDs each. (story by Walt Moody) winchesterstar.com/wincheste…

Final score: #Handley 57, Liberty 12. Judges improve to 2-0, Eagles fall to 0-2.

From Monday's Winchester Star: winchesterstar.com/wincheste…

Handley quarterback Triston Darling was excellent in his first game in nearly two years, helping Handley defeat Eastern View to open the 2026 season. Here’s how the Judges earned the win: winchesterstar.com/wincheste…

From Monday's Winchester Star: Most of #Handley's starting lineup from last year has departed, but the Judges are working toward maintaining the level of play that has produced five straight winning seasons. winchesterstar.com/wincheste…

From Monday's Star: #Handley juniors Jalen Washington and Zy'Air Ford are each looking to continue their success from last year when they ranked in the area's top four in sacks in their first year playing defensive end. "They've done a great job." winchesterstar.com/wincheste…

Kirby on Sports on location at the #Handley Bowl checking out the 2026 Judges Football Team. Aren’t you glad football is back? @HandleyJudges @JHHSFootball

Sport specialization is hindering your kid, not helping.

UVA Wise landed an instant contributor in Jaevon Brisco. The 5-foot-11 point guard from Winchester, Virginia arrives after a decorated career at John Handley High School, where he helped lead the Judges to a 25-5 record and the VHSL Class 4 State Championship, defeating Hampton 61-42 in the title game. Brisco is a true floor general whose impact extends far beyond the box score. He plays with a winning mentality, consistently organizing the offense, creating paint touches, finding open teammates, and making the right read. His unselfish approach and high basketball IQ allow him to elevate the players around him while maintaining control of the game. Despite his smaller frame, Brisco more than compensates with relentless defensive intensity. He applies constant on-ball pressure, plays with outstanding effort, and uses his quickness and activity to speed up opposing ball handlers and force turnovers. His motor on both ends of the floor makes him the type of player every coach wants leading their team. During John Handley's state championship season, Brisco averaged 12.3 points per game while shooting an impressive 45 percent from three-point range. He has proven he can stretch the floor with deep range well beyond the arc, forcing defenses to respect his shot and opening driving lanes for both himself and his teammates. In the state championship game, he knocked down three three-pointers, several of them difficult, showcasing his confidence and shot-making ability on the biggest stage. Brisco committed to UVA Wise in May, where his winning habits, defensive toughness, and selfless style of play should give him an opportunity to earn an immediate role in the Cavaliers' backcourt @JaevonBrisco @UVAWiseMBB @zachharrellzook @CoachBrisco @BlakeMellinger

Watch this before you decide to play Armchair Quarterback this season 😂

There are 14,269 high schools playing 11-man football. The Class of 2027 has roughly 267,000 players. Only 215 are rated four-stars. That’s about 1 out of every 1,240 players. 0.08%. Roughly one four-star for every 66 high schools. That’s how rare a four-star really is.

From Monday's Winchester Star: After battling injuries earlier in her career, #Handley junior EJ Mullins is The Winchester Star Girls' Outdoor Track & Field Athlete of the Year. Mullins won the Class 4 400-meter run for the area's only state title. winchesterstar.com/wincheste…