A Portsmouth track athlete struck another runner with a baton during a race. Then the death threats began.
Alaila Everett and her relay team were disqualified during the meet last week at Liberty University in Lynchburg, and the VHSL declined to comment specifically on the incident and whether Everett ...
High school track star at center of baton-striking controversy speaks out in emotional interview
The high school athlete at the center of controversy for striking an opponent in the head with a baton said she “would never ...
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High school senior says viral track meet injury was an accident
A track and field meet in Portsmouth has gained viral attention for an unintended moment that left one runner injured. The<a ...
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Virginia high school athlete says viral track meet incident was an accident
In a video that rapidly spread online, Tucker is seen being struck by the baton, leading to an outpouring of online ...
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[Opinion] Teen Who Cracked Track Star's Head in Baton Incident Tells Her Side of the Story, and Social Media Comes for Her Head
Teary-eyed I.C. Norcom student athlete Alaila Everett stood before a crowd of people to thank them for their support after ...
Community hosts rally in support of track star Alaila Everett after baton incident goes viral
Portsmouth rallied behind Alaila Everett, a 17-year-old who is facing backlash and a criminal charge after hitting her ...