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The VHSL’s adoption of NIL legislation follows a similar ruling by the NCAA last year for college athletes and adds Virginia to a growing list of states that allow high school athletes to profit from NIL deals. At least 28 other states had approved legislation by last month, according to businessofcollegesports.com.

Norfolk State star Joe Bryant Jr. hopes to make the most of his opportunity at the Portsmouth Invitation Tournament this week. The former Lake Taylor star has played in this gym numerous times. Now he hopes to impress NBA scouts.

The first team includes Landstown's Ethan Ward, who averaged 13 points and 10 rebounds this season.

Smith is the first Peninsula-area player to win the award since The Virginian-Pilot and Daily Press began selecting teams together in 2020.

The All-Tidewater Girls Basketball first team includes Princess Anne's Zakiya Stephenson, a guard who guided the Cavaliers to the Class 5 championship.

Harris, headed to George Mason University, scored 35 points in the Crabbers' state championship game victory.

After a year with Illinois, the former King's Fork High star guard is headed to new coach Ed Cooley's Hoyas.

After originally being an alternate for the 64-player field, the two-time MEAC Player of the Year is invited to compete, delighting Spartans coach Robert Jones.