Big Turnout for Alexandria Soccer Association Festival

The local soccer organization held an end-of-season festival at Witter Field Saturday.

The Alexandria Soccer Association hosted more than 100 local teams as part of its 2013 end-of-season festival. Hundreds of families flocked to the new Witter fields Saturday to enjoy soccer in both the sun and rain. D.C. United mascot Talon was on hand, playing goalie and taking photos with fans. D.C. United player John Thorrington was also scheduled to appear in the afternoon.

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Titans Earn Berth into Northern Region Tournament

T.C. Williams tops Lee 9-2 in Patriot District playoff game.

The T.C. Williams High School baseball team topped Robert E. Lee 9-2 Wednesday night at Simpson Stadium in a second-round game of the Patriot District tournament, according to The Washington Post.   “Far from perfect, but it was a memorable last game at home,” tweeted T.C. Williams ace Alec Grosser, who emerged as a major league pitching prospect this season. “Thanks to everyone that came out.” With the victory, the Titans advance to the district semifinals and also clinched a berth into the 16-team Northern Region tournament. T.C. Williams will travel to Burke to face Lake Braddock at 5 p.m. Friday, May 17, in a Patriot District semifinal game. The winner will play Monday, May 20 at Lake Braddock in the district final.  

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City Honors Kenney for International Boxing Victory

Iesha Kenney, a 15-year-old at Minnie Howard, earned victory in international boxing tournament in Finland on May 4.

Minnie Howard student Iesha Kenney was recognized at City Hall Tuesday night for her victory in an international boxing tournament earlier this month in Finland with the USA Junior World Team.  Kenney, who is a straight-A student at Minnie Howard and also plays violin in the orchestra, won a unanimous decision over Elizabeth Dillion of England on May 4 in Pirkka, Finland, while representing the United States. “I was in Finland for three days,” the 15-year-old said. “The competition was two days. Prior to that, I was in training camp [in Colorado Spring, Colo.] for a few weeks. ... In the tournament, I was in one bout and won 5-0.” Kenney, who boxes in the 132-pound weight class, got involved at the boxing program at Charles Houston …

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Show Your Team Spirit — Share Your Sports Highlights on Patch

From youth sports to adult leagues, Patch wants to see athletes of all ages in action this spring and summer.

Whether it’s on the baseball diamond, at the soccer field or during a flag football game at a local park, spring sports are underway in our area, and we want to help share all the great moments and highlights with the community. Patch is looking for athletes, coaches, parents, booster club members and fans who are eager to show their team spirit here on Patch. News about any team – from youth t-ball to middle and high school sports, recreational teams, adult leagues and more – it’s all welcome. Here's how you can share news about your sports team this spring: 1. Start a blog about your sports team: Share stats, recaps, photos and/or videos from the game in your own sports blog. Discuss the team, coaches and players with other fans in the …

Virginia's 'Bike Friendliness' Up a Notch, According to National Advocacy Group

Virginia is No. 1 in the South but No. 16 nationwide in terms of "bicycle friendliness," according to the League of American Cyclists.

(Editor's Note: The map above was created by the League of American Cyclists.) Virginia is ranked No. 1 in the South and No. 16 in the country in terms of "bicycle friendliness," according to the League of American Cyclists. That's up one spot from Virginia's No. 17 ranking in 2012.  The commonwealth received a rating of four (on a one-to-five scale) for policies and programs and received accolades for having an active "share the road" campaign and an active statewide advocacy group (Virginia Bicycle Federation and BikeWalk Virginia).  Included in feedback from the League of American Cyclists:  See the PDF in the media box at right for more details on Virginia's ranking. In January, a number of bicyclists joined with Virginia state …

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8:09 pm on Wednesday, May 8, 2013

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Chinquapin Park Rec Center Closing Delayed

The facility was originally slated to shut down for facility improvements on Monday, May 6.

Alexandria parks officials have delayed the closing date for Chinquapin Park Recreation Center by more than a month. The facility, located next the T.C. Williams High School on King Street, was originally scheduled to close May 6 for repairs and improvements, a staff member said. The center will now close for day-to-day operations on June 17 and should reopen in the fall. Staff members are trying to lessen the closure’s inconvience to community members, city officials said in a news release, but said the scope of the facility improvements requires full closure to ensure public safety, reduce costs and shorten the construction period. Chinquapin Park Recreation Center will operate on the following schedule: May 6 through June 16, normal …

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T.C. Crew Holds Barbecue, Bluegrass Fundraiser

Event will be held May 3 at the Old Dominion Boat Club.

Mark your calendars! T.C. Williams Crew will hold its annual barbecue and bluegrass fundraiser this Friday. The event will take place at 7 p.m. at the Old Dominion Boat Club, 1 King St. The food will be provided by Pork Barrel BBQ. Music will be provided by City Farm—and it’s not your grandfather’s bluegrass, according to PTSA announcement. There will also be a silent auction featuring trips, services, merchandise, restaurant certificates, music events, movies, theater and sporting events. Tickets are $40 or two for $75. The price includes the silent auction, food, drinks and music. Tickets must be purchased in advance online through Paypal. Visit the event website for more information.

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Increased Police Presence, Road Restrictions Announced for GW Parkway Classic

Following the Boston Marathon bombing attacks this week, the City of Alexandria and race organizers have increased police presence and will close a number of roads. Trashcans will be sealed.

The City of Alexandria is working with the organizers of the George Washington Parkway Classic road race to ensure the safety of all participants and spectators following the Boston Marathon bombing attacks. There will be an additional police presence, including uniformed officers and non-uniformed personnel, during the Sunday event. The city also will restrict parking in and around the finish line area, and seal trash cans prior to the race. There will be no parking in Old Town Alexandria on North Union Street between King and Oronoco streets between 4 a.m. and noon April 21. Parking restriction signs will be posted prior to the race, and vehicles parked in these areas April 21 will be moved to a non-restricted area. At noon on Saturday, …

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