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Welcome back to BallinVA! Today we’re in the 757 at Menchville High School in Newport News, sitting down with Coach Adrian Webb and his staff to talk girls basketball, Boo Williams EYBL, the high school “transfer portal,” and what it really takes to build a championship culture.

Coach Webb breaks down:

• How he went from point guard at Bethel to head girls coach at 25

• Growing up under his dad, Coach Aaron Webb, and taking over the Menchville girls program

• Why his players become “daughters for life” and how his staff mentors them beyond basketball

• Coaching in the Boo Williams Nike EYBL 16U circuit and what separates elite players

• The reality of the high school transfer era — parents, private schools, VHSL rules, and “running from the work”

• Chasing state titles against Princess Anne, Kings Fork, LC Bird, Bishop Ireton, St. James and more

We also get into:

• Why having strong male AND female role models matters in girls basketball

• How strength & conditioning, recovery, and mindset are built into the program

• What’s coming next for Menchville girls basketball this season

If you care about girls hoops, Virginia high school basketball, coaching, and the next generation of athletes, this episode is for you.

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What if better health, faster recovery, and glowing skin were just one drip away? 💧

In this episode of Ballin’ in VA, we sit down with Michele Evans Reavis, board-certified nurse practitioner and owner of CKE Rejuvenation, a boutique men’s spa in Richmond. She breaks down the truth about IV hydration therapy, vitamin drips, aesthetics, and wellness treatments that athletes, entertainers, and everyday people are using to perform better, look better, and live longer.

We also discuss:

• Why hydration is the hidden key to athletic performance & recovery

• The difference between drinking water vs. IV therapy

• Natural beauty & wellness treatments like B12 shots, facials, Botox & microneedling

• The real cost of ignoring your health vs. investing in it

• How men and women can age gracefully & confidently

💡 Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or someone just looking to live and look your best, this episode is packed with insights that will change the way you think about health.

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What happens when a torn Achilles turns into a calling? Today we sit down with Shawn Mears—the Voice of the 804—to unpack how a last-minute fill-in gig became a rocket ride through Highland Springs, Verina, VCU, UVA, Longwood, William & Mary, and even nights on the mic at The Diamond.

We dig into:

• The no do-over pressure of live PA

• Mastering voice, breathing, and name pronunciation (yes, it matters)

• Building fan experience that fills gyms (and concession stands)

• Mentorship, gatekeeping, and breaking barriers as a Black PA in PWIs

• Big goals: LA 2028 Olympics 🎯

If you’re a hoop head, parent, coach, or a kid dreaming of touching a mic—this is your playbook.

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Varina fell short… and the coaches are DONE being polite.

Unfiltered debrief. Film room truths. The 804 is on notice.

This game was a classic. Penalties, momentum swings, and a playoff-level atmosphere in September. Today, the Varina staff sits down with BallinVA to break down what really happened, what the film exposed, and why this loss might be the best thing to happen to their season. We go deep on the three-headed backfield, O-line growth, QB leadership, fan energy (yep, we called you out), and the brutal 4B gauntlet ahead.

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Why does everyone either fear or doubt Warwick High School football? Coach Sykes, Coach Moody, Coach White, and Coach Free sit down with Lee Mary to break it all down. From building a winning culture, dodging “haters,” scheduling powerhouse opponents like Oscar Smith & Mallard Creek, to proving that Newport News can still produce champions — this is the rawest conversation in Virginia high school sports.

If you love real talk about football, leadership, and building a program from the ground up, this episode of Ballin’ in VA is mandatory viewing. Strap in, because this one sets the record straight.

👉 Drop your thoughts in the comments — is Warwick really next up in Virginia?

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They started with 13 players, borrowed fields, and a dream. Now they’re undefeated on the road, wearing rings, and redefining what it means to be a team in Virginia’s semi-pro football scene.

In this exclusive episode of BallinVA, we sit down with the Richmond Jets squad as they unpack the journey from backyard bucket drives to lifting the ECFA championship trophy. From building community, mentoring young men, and fighting stereotypes, to surviving muddy fields, carpool chaos, and real talk in the huddle—this is more than football. This is culture.

Tap in for laughs, inspiration, and straight-up truth about what it takes to win when the world doubts you.

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Step inside the gritty world of Dinwiddie High School football, where hard work is non-negotiable and excuses get left at the door. In this episode of BallinVA, Coach Billy Mills pulls back the curtain on a program built on discipline, development, and pure grind. We’re talking weight room warriors, military-inspired leadership, and a community that doesn’t rebuild — it reloads.

🏈 This episode celebrates what makes Dinwiddie a powerhouse — both on and off the field.

📍 Meet the coaches. Hear the culture. Feel the grit.

This is real football. This is BallinVA.

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Shout out to our sponsors!-Rick Stockel - Your Source for Buying and Selling Homes in Richmond and Central Virginiahttps://rickstockel.com- Dr. O Sports Medicine - http://kwadwoowusuakyawmd.comDr. O Instagram - https://instagram.com/dr.o_forthe804- W.W. Enroughty & Son - https://enroughty.comGet ready for an electrifying episode of BallinVA as the Manchester High football coaching crew—Coach Harold, Coach Connor, Coach Chap, and Coach Ko—go deep into the rise of 804 football. From the transition from legend Coach Hall, through scrimmage recaps, rivalries with Phoebus, Varina, Bird, to the biggest high school stories: recruiting, NIL, and Virginia vs. Hampton Roads bragging rights. If you’re a sports fan, coach, or athlete in VA, this is your playbook.#ballinva BallinVA Host:Larry MerritteCheck out our Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/ballinvaShop our Merch! https://bit.ly/3uNsNgzBallinVA Social Mediahttps://facebook.com/ballinvahttps://tiktok.com/@ballinvaFor business inquiries - [email protected] Media Socials - IG - https://instagram.com/morrisettemediaMorrisette Media is a digital media/marketing agency based in Richmond, VA, that specializes in the creative side of marketing and branding. We love to work with small to medium-sized businesses to help grow and promote their brand to their target customers through highly thought-out commercial video and photo. https://linktr.ee/morrisettemedia

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CJ Wiggins is back at it again with the Richmond Loveday League, along with some of the players and captains of this annual city event. CJ brings this event to Richmond every year to showcase the hoopers and absolute dogs the city has to offer, all playing against each other in a tournament that you CAN'T MISS. Make sure you tap in with the Loveday League and come out and support the games!

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Welcome to a powerful episode of BallinVA featuring the story of the premiere of an inspiring new documentary on Virginia basketball legend Coach George Lancaster. From humble beginnings to becoming a pillar of the community, this film—created by Nick Carter who also joins us—honors the legacy of a coach who changed lives both on and off the court. Featuring interviews with former players, community leaders, and storytellers, this is not just a sports story—it’s a Virginia story.

Watch to discover how Nick's vision came to life, what makes Coach Lancaster such a revered figure, and why this documentary is part of something much bigger: the Phoenix Solstice Film Festival. 🎥🔥

🗓️ Premiere: June 28

📍Location: Robinson Theater, Richmond, VA

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