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Ohio State, Florida State and Richmond’s Own: Major Women’s Basketball Showcase Coming to Henrico
The 4 Tha Culture Holiday Classic brings Ohio State, Florida State, VCU and Richmond women’s basketball to Henrico for Thanksgiving weekend, November 27–29.
10/27/2026
Richmond Basketball
Blake Harper Takes Over in Overtime as VCU Survives James Madison, 92–87, in Richmond
Blake Harper scores 30 as VCU defeats James Madison 92–87 in overtime.
10/26/2026
Richmond Basketball
Beyond the Court: Richmond Basketball Fans Get a Chance to Connect With Chris Mooney and Jamie Kaiser Jr. on Monday
Richmond fans can attend a special October 26 Behind The Web show featuring Chris Mooney and Jamie Kaiser Jr.
10/24/2026
Richmond Basketball
From Richmond High Schools to the A-10 Spotlight: Two Hometown Guards Earn Preseason Conference Honors
Former John Marshall standout Aiden Argabright and St. Christopher’s product Brandon Jennings earn Atlantic 10 preseason honors.
10/23/2026
Richmond Basketball
Virginia State Basketball Is Ready for Takeoff: Trojans Announce Ticket Sales Ahead of Major Preseason Test Against Old Dominion
Virginia State basketball tickets are available as the Trojans prepare for an October 24 exhibition at Old Dominion and November home openers.
10/22/2026
Richmond Basketball
One Opponent, Two Richmond Teams: James Madison Becomes the Ultimate Preseason Test for VCU and the Spiders
Richmond fell 90–81 to James Madison; VCU gets its turn against the Dukes October 25 after defeating Old Dominion 71–57.
10/21/2026
Richmond Basketball
A New Era for Richmond Women's Basketball: Two Championship Coaches, One City Rivalry, and a Season Full of Opportunity
VCU and Richmond enter the 2026–27 season with new leadership, talented rosters, nationally televised matchups, and major women's basketball events coming to Henrico.
10/20/2026
Richmond Basketball
Richmond's Next Generation Is Getting Ready: High School Basketball Returns November 9 as Youth Programs Gear Up for Winter
With Virginia's official basketball season approaching, Richmond-area players have opportunities to sharpen their skills, join community leagues, and prepare for the competition ahead.
10/19/2026
Richmond Basketball
Virginia Union Basketball Is Back: Panthers Prepare for CIAA Season as New Opportunities Open for Young Performers
Virginia Union’s men’s and women’s basketball programs prepare for the 2026–27 season as the CIAA expands opportunities for young performers at its 2027 tournament.
10/18/2026
Richmond Basketball
Richmond Basketball Is Heating Up: VCU and the Spiders Face Major Preseason Tests This Weekend
The Rams travel to Norfolk, the Spiders head to Harrisonburg, and two nationally televised Capital City Classic matchups are officially on the calendar.
10/17/2026
Richmond Basketball
Beyond the Game: Richmond's New 10-Year Parks Plan Could Shape the Future of Neighborhood Basketball
Richmond's new 10-year parks plan could influence the future of neighborhood basketball courts, recreation facilities and access across the city.
10/16/2026
Richmond Basketball
Richmond Basketball Heats Up: AAU Opportunities, College Exhibitions and a Big October Ahead
October brings Team Richmond AAU opportunities, VCU exhibitions and Richmond Spiders preseason action across Central Virginia.
10/14/2026
Richmond Basketball
Virginia Union Opens A.J. English Era Against Hampton as Historic Virginia State Rivalry Awaits
Virginia Union begins the A.J. English era with a Hampton exhibition and a 2026–27 schedule featuring the Virginia State Freedom Classic.
10/13/2026
Richmond Basketball
Virginia High School Basketball Is Coming Back: Richmond Set to Host 2027 State Championships
The VHSL 2026–27 basketball calendar points toward March state championship finals at VCU's Siegel Center in Richmond.
10/12/2026
Richmond Basketball
Richmond Youth Basketball Opportunities Expand as Team Richmond Announces October Open Gym and Fall Tryouts
Team Richmond lists an October 17 open gym and fall tryouts while Pro Skills Basketball offers development sessions in Richmond.
10/11/2026
Richmond Basketball
Richmond Women’s Basketball Takes Center Stage: VCU, Spiders Set for National TV Showdowns and Henrico Championship
Richmond women's college basketball season preview.
10/10/2026
Richmond Basketball
From Virginia to the Philippines: Henrico Hosts International Youth Basketball Showcase This Weekend
International youth basketball tournament in Henrico.
10/10/2026
Richmond Basketball
Richmond Basketball Is Back: Spiders Face Virginia Friday as VCU Prepares for New Season
Richmond and VCU prepare for 2026–27.
10/10/2026
League News
Rich City League Is Back — But This Time, We’re Building More Than a League
Rich City League is entering a new era. What started in Richmond as a basketball league is returning as a year-round basketball community built around competition, connection, content, culture and opportunity.
9/25/2026