Home No Shoulders to Stand On: John Rainey
News

No Shoulders to Stand On: John Rainey

John Rainey was a Southwest Virginia football star who would be the first in his family to attend college. He was also a member of the first class of African-American scholarship football players at the University of Virginia. Rainey recounts the experiences on the final installment of “No Shoulders to Stand On.”

Support AFP




Chris Graham

Chris Graham

Chris Graham is the founder and editor of Augusta Free Press. A 1994 alum of the University of Virginia, Chris is the author and co-author of seven books, including Poverty of Imagination, a memoir published in 2019. For his commentaries on news, sports and politics, go to his YouTube page, TikTok, BlueSky, or subscribe to Substack or his Street Knowledge podcast. Email Chris at [email protected].

Latest News

Virginia Tech
Politics, Virginia

Virginia Tech Board of Visitors rector challenges removal from post

Virginia

Manhunt in Carroll County after suspect shoots two deputies, killing one

Local, state and federal authorities are surging resources in Carroll County and into North Carolina to locate a suspect in the Friday-night shooting of two sheriff’s deputies.

washington nationals
Baseball

Washington Nationals even weekend series with San Diego with 9-4 win

Washington exploded for six runs in the seventh – one run coming on a hit-by-pitch, another on a walk, two on fielder’s choices – to get past San Diego, 9-4, on Saturday.

baltimore orioles
Baseball

Baltimore Orioles rally from four down in ninth, stun Toronto Blue Jays, 6-5

joe tiroly uva baseball
Baseball

UVA Baseball: There is a tomorrow, after upset of #8 Southern Miss

dan chemotti richmond lacrosse
Etc.

Richmond signs lacrosse coach Dan Chemotti to extension after UVA interest

sports illustrated
Etc.

Back in the day: Sports Illustrated used to be the highlight of my week