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After nearly three decades as a coach and educator, Dr. Mark Lineburg will leave Brookville High School to serve as superintendent of Mecklenburg County Public Schools. The school board has appointed Dustin Russell, a veteran coach from Alleghany and Rustburg, as the new head football coach for the 2026 season.
The Eagles open the season against Rutgers, aim for a second straight regular‑season title, and will face a host of nationally ranked teams.
The Aggies' 2026 football season features a challenging opening game at Florida State, a mid‑week stretch of contests, and a nationally televised Rio Grande Rivalry, offering fans a packed itinerary of road trips and home battles.
Liberty University's women's soccer team, led by head coach Lang Wedemeyer, has released its 2026 schedule, which includes nine home and nine away matches, three Power Four opponents and a rematch against Missouri State as the team looks to retain its Conference USA crown.
Buffalo Gap defeated Luray 5-2 in softball and Riverheads edged Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy 3-2 in baseball, earning spots in the regional finals and subsequent state tournaments.
The Mountaineers, renowned for extensive travel, will host tournament games in Morgantown, leveraging local support and reduced fatigue to boost performance and the regional economy.
Wake Forest secured a 7-5 victory over Liberty in their last regular‑season home game, extending an eight‑game winning streak while Liberty fell to 36‑17.