HIGH SCHOOL: Virginia High pitcher Ollie Foy spoils opening night at Richlands field Allen Gregory Apr 17, 2026 Apr 17, 2026 0 1 of 9 Fans gather at the new Richlands baseball field for the Blue Tornados first home game on their new field. Emily Ball Virginia High's Ollie Foy throws a pitch against Richlands on Thursday evening. Emily Ball Virginia High's Ryder Estes tags Richlands' Collin Adkins at second base during the Bearcats 4-1 win. Emily Ball Richlands Parker Ryder throws a pitch against Virginia High on Thursday evening. Emily Ball Virginia High's Nixon Nowiski tags Richlands runner Andrew Boyd during their game on Thursday evening. Emily Ball Virginia High's Calloway Jordan gets the out on Richlands runner Andrew Boyd Thursday evening. Emily Ball Richlands Collin Adkins swings for a hit in the 7th inning against Virginia High. Emily Ball Richlands' Gage Hylton dive across home plate for the Blue Tornados solo run against Virginia High. 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