Karl Anderson is a 1999 graduate of Atlee High School. As a contributor to Atlee’s athletic program, one could not help but notice Karl’s handiwork when admiring the condition of Atlee’s football field. For years, he worked alongside Coach Moran to create a football field that was both admired and envied by coaches and programs throughout the area. In addition to maintaining the field, Karl worked with the varsity football program for three years, promoting school spirit with enthusiasm and dedication that will not be forgotten.

In 2003, Karl left Atlee—but not for long. In 2007, our program was fortunate to have Karl return to his roots, where he once again began working with the Atlee Athletic Program.

As a student, Karl received numerous scholarships and was recognized in Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges for two consecutive years. He graduated from J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College in May 2003 and currently works for InProduction as a CAD/3D Specialist.

Dean Breedlove, a member of the Atlee High School Class of 2000, was a four-year varsity letter winner in wrestling under Coach Tommy Legge. During his high school career, he was a three-time Capital District Champion and Central Regional Champion in his weight class. Dean is also listed among Virginia’s Elite Wrestlers on the historical Mat Talk and InterMat rankings for Virginia wrestling for the 1999–2000 season.
 
During the 1998 season, Dean finished as the VHSL State Runner-up at 160 pounds and also recorded a third-place finish at the state championships during his career.
 
In the fall of 1999, Dean returned for his senior football season, where he was selected First Team All–Capital District as a linebacker and received Honorable Mention All–Central Region honors. He led the team with 106 tackles, including 10 tackles for loss and three fumble recoveries, and recorded a team-high 212 total defensive points for the season.
 
After graduating in 2000, Dean went on to compete in wrestling at Longwood College in 2001. He continues to coach wrestling in the area at both the middle school and youth levels.
 
Dean still enjoys football and is a lifelong Cowboys fan. He lives in Hanover County with his wife and three children and continues working at Dean Breedlove Masonry, Inc., the family business founded by his father.

Hannah Brinks, a 2006 graduate, was a standout swimmer for the Raiders swim team. She swam for Karen Seeber at Atlee and for Bob Herlinger at the Rappahannock Area YMCA in Fredericksburg.
 
In 2005, Hannah won the 100-meter butterfly at the VHSL AAA State meet, setting a state record with a time of 57.25 seconds.
 
She earned numerous additional swimming honors during her high school career, including USA Swimming Scholastic All-American (2005), U.S. Open Qualifier (2005, 2006), and U.S. Junior National Qualifier (2005, 2006). She was also voted team MVP by her Atlee teammates.
 
After graduating, Hannah attended the University of Alabama to continue her swimming career. In 2008, she competed in the 100-meter butterfly at the U.S. Olympic Trials.
 
In the summer of 2009, she competed in the finals of the 100-meter butterfly at the USA Swimming National Championships and World Championship Trials. She broke the Alabama school record in the 100 butterfly, becoming the first Crimson Tide swimmer to go under 53 seconds with a time of 52.97. She also helped set the school record in the 200-medley relay at the SEC Championships, swimming the butterfly leg.
 
She competed at the NCAA Championships in the 100 butterfly and swam the 100 and 200 butterfly and the 50 freestyle at the SEC Championships, posting career-best times.
 
While at Alabama, she earned Dean’s List honors and was named a CSCAA Scholar All-American.

Adam Britt distinguished himself as an exceptional wrestler at both the high school and collegiate levels. A 1999 graduate of Atlee High School, Adam earned numerous accolades under the guidance of legendary Atlee wrestling coach Tommy Legge. Competing in the 135-pound weight class his senior year, Adam captured the Virginia State Championship, earned All-American honors, and became a three-time All-State wrestler. He graduated holding Atlee’s all-time record with 128 career victories and remains one of the most accomplished wrestlers to emerge from the Central Region—achieving over 100 career wins at both the high school and NCAA Division I levels.

Following his outstanding high school career, Adam accepted a wrestling scholarship to the Virginia Military Institute (VMI), where he continued to excel both on the mat and in the classroom. A four-year starter and letterman, he was a three-time Southern Conference Champion and a three-time NCAA National Tournament Qualifier. Adam set the VMI single-season record with 40 wins and established himself as the program’s all-time career wins leader with 121 victories. During his senior year, he was ranked eighth nationally, earning preseason All-American recognition at the Division I level.

Adam’s commitment to excellence extended beyond athletics. A dedicated student, he was named to the Academic All-American Team in both 2002 and 2003. He graduated with honors, earning a 3.56 GPA in Civil Engineering and recognition as a VMI Distinguished Graduate.

Jason Britt was an outstanding all-around athlete at Atlee High School in the early 1990s, graduating in 1994. As a student at the newly established high school, his leadership abilities were evident early through his participation in athletics. His contributions were instrumental in laying the foundation for a successful athletic program that has continued to thrive through the years. Jason excelled in both football and wrestling, and through his commitment to these programs—on and off the field—he established himself as a leader as well as a skilled athlete.

As a football player, Jason achieved numerous notable accomplishments. He once held the career rushing record with 1,491 yards, averaging 5.60 yards per carry, as well as the single-season rushing average record of 7.16 yards per carry, set in 1991. He scored 13 career rushing touchdowns. Jason also demonstrated his versatility as a linebacker, recording 102 career tackles and achieving Atlee’s longest fumble recovery for a touchdown—45 yards versus Patrick Henry.

As a wrestler, Jason reached several impressive milestones. He compiled a career record of 104 wins, 19 losses, and 2 draws, with 80 of those wins coming by pin. Jason was a three-time District Champion and a two-time Regional Finalist.

Jason’s abilities extended beyond the field of competition and into the classroom. As a result of his academic and athletic accomplishments, he continued his education at Longwood University, where he competed as a collegiate wrestler

Hailey Brooks (Class of 2013) was a four-year starting setter for Coach Curtis Carpenter at Atlee High School, where she established herself as one of the program’s most accomplished players. As a freshman, she earned All-District, All-Region, and All-Metro honors, setting the tone for an exceptional high school career. She continued her success over the next three seasons, earning All-State recognition as a sophomore, junior, and senior.

Hailey played a key role in leading Atlee to back-to-back State Semifinal appearances in 2010 and 2011, followed by a run to the State Championship match in 2012. Among her many standout performances, she achieved the rare feat of serving a perfect game, scoring all 25 points in a single set. In 2012, she was named the Richmond Times-Dispatch All-Metro Player of the Year.

In addition to her high school success, Hailey competed for the Richmond Volleyball Club (RVC), one of Central Virginia’s premier club programs.

Following high school, Hailey continued her volleyball career at the collegiate level, beginning at the University of South Florida before transferring to James Madison University. At JMU, she appeared in 35 sets as a redshirt freshman, recording 37 assists and 57 digs. Although sidelined by injury in 2015, she returned to become a team captain during her final two seasons. As a senior, she helped lead the Dukes to a Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) Championship – the program’s first conference title in more than 30 years.

Hailey Brooks Barden lives locally and is married with two children.

A two-sport standout at Atlee High School, 1998 grad Linda Bruce excelled in both soccer and basketball, competing under Coach Jim Glass (soccer) and Coach Dale Chenault (basketball).

On the soccer field, Linda was a four-year varsity player and one of the most decorated athletes in program history. She earned 1st Team All-District honors all four years (1995-1998), 1st Team All-Region twice, and 1st Team All-State in 1997. A three-time Capital District MVP (1996-1998), Linda scored an incredible 115 career goals and was named MVP of Division I/Blue at the 1997 Ukrop’s Central VA Girls Soccer Festival. That same year, she was recognized nationally as a Wendy’s High School Heisman nominee.

Linda also contributed on the basketball court, playing three seasons of varsity and earning 2nd Team All-Capital District and All-Region Honorable Mention honors during her junior year.

In the classroom, Linda matched her athletic excellence, earning Academic All-District honors in both soccer and basketball from 1996-1998.

After graduating, Linda attended Virginia Tech. Following a two-year break from competition, she returned to the field and earned a spot on the Virginia Tech Women’s Soccer team for the 2000 and 2001 seasons, earning a partial scholarship. Wearing #11, she made an immediate impact – scoring twice in a game against Howard, including a penalty kick.

Linda Bruce Lemmond currently teaches fifth grade at Kersey Creek Elementary School and has coached soccer for many years at the middle school level.

Coach Curtis Carpenter served as the head coach of the Atlee girls’ varsity volleyball team for 21 seasons, from 1999 through 2020. Under his leadership, the Raiders enjoyed multiple 25-plus-win seasons and established themselves as one of the area’s most successful volleyball programs.

During his tenure as varsity head coach, Carpenter led the Raiders to 10 District Championships in 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012. When the postseason format transitioned from District play to Conference play, Carpenter guided the Raiders to two Conference Championships, in 2013 and 2015. The Raiders also captured eight Regional Championships under Carpenter’s leadership, in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020.

In 2013, Carpenter led the Raiders to the ultimate achievement – a Group 5A Virginia State Championship, defeating Stonebridge High School 3–2. The previous season, in 2012, the Raiders had reached the Group AAA State Championship match before falling to Kellam.

Following the 2020 season, Coach Carpenter stepped into the role of JV coach, continuing to mentor players and help build and strengthen the Atlee volleyball program.

One of Carpenter’s former players described his impact this way: “Coach Carpenter was the best coach I ever had. He always pushed us as players to be the best we could be individually but also as a team. There was always room to improve with Coach Carpenter, and he would help us reach those expectations and goals.”

Cameron Colquitt (Class of 2009) was a three-year varsity starter and letterman for the Atlee boys’ basketball team, missing his freshman season due to injury. He was named the team’s Most Valuable Player in each of his three varsity seasons. Cameron earned Capital District Second Team honors as a sophomore before being named First Team All-District as both a junior and senior.

Cameron ranked among the Capital District’s top 10 scorers in each of his three varsity seasons, finishing second in scoring during both his junior and senior years. Following his senior season, he became just the second male basketball player in Atlee history to reach 1,000 career points. He finished his Atlee career as the school’s all-time leading scorer with 1,091 points, averaging 20 points per game.

During his senior season, Cameron was selected to the Richmond Times-Dispatch All-Metro and All-Region teams and participated in the 804 North-South All-Star Game. He also served as team captain during both his junior and senior seasons.

After graduation, Cameron continued his basketball career at Randolph College in Lynchburg, competing in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC). A two-time team captain, he led the ODAC in three-point shooting percentage as a sophomore and was named to the Academic All-Conference Team all four years. As a senior, Cameron received the Coaches Award for outstanding leadership.

Cameron currently lives in Lynchburg, where he serves as the Virginia State Director for Campus Outreach Ministries. He has been married for 11 years and is the proud father of three daughters.

Emma Cross (Class of 2001) competed in the Atlee gymnastics program all four years of high school and established herself as one of the Raiders’ most accomplished gymnasts. She was a four-time Central Region All-Around Champion.

During her sophomore season in 1998, Emma won the Balance Beam at the Virginia AAA State Championships with a score of 9.70. She returned to the State Championships in 2000 for her senior season and once again captured the Balance Beam title, this time with an impressive score of 9.825. She was also named Co-State All-Around Champion with an overall score of 39.075 and finished third on the Uneven Bars. In 2001, Emma was selected as Atlee High School’s Sports Backers Scholar-Athlete representative.

After graduation, Emma continued her gymnastics career at the College of William & Mary, competing for the Tribe from 2001 through 2005. During her collegiate career, the William & Mary gymnastics team won three consecutive Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) Team Championships. Emma also competed on Floor Exercise at the 2004 NCAA Southeast Regional Championships.

Individually, Emma was named to the ECAC Academic Honor Roll and was twice recognized as the conference’s Rookie of the Week in 2002. In 2003, she received the conference’s Coaches Choice Award.

Emma also left a lasting mark in the ECAC record book. She held the conference Floor Exercise record of 9.925 from 2003 through 2019, while her 9.900 on Balance Beam remained the conference record from 2003 through 2024 – a remarkable 22 seasons.

Today, Emma homeschools her three children. She is the co-founder of Willow Grove Cottage School and serves as the Children’s Ministry Director at Lebanon Global Methodist Church.

Kate Townsend Creasy graduated from Atlee High School in 2000 and is recognized as one of the school’s most successful tennis players, earning numerous accolades at the district and regional levels. In 2000, she was honored as the U.S. Marine Corps Distinguished Female Athlete of the Year.

Kate continued her athletic and academic success at Greensboro College in Greensboro, North Carolina, where she competed for the “Pride” Women’s Tennis Team from 2001 to 2005. She was named to the USA South Conference First Team All-Conference in 2002 and was later recognized as a member of the USA South 50th Anniversary Women’s Tennis Team in 2014—an honor celebrating the conference’s most outstanding female athletes since the inclusion of women’s sports.

Her dedication extended well beyond athletics. Kate was recognized as Greensboro College’s Female Athlete with the Highest GPA, and in 2005, she earned national distinction as a member of ESPN The Magazine’s Academic All-America At-Large First Team in the College Division. She graduated Summa Cum Laude in 2005 with a B.S. in Business Administration and a minor in International Studies.

Kate later returned to academia, earning a Ph.D. in Nutritional Sciences from the University of Kentucky. Today, Dr. Creasy serves as an Assistant Professor of Nutrition Science at the University of Pennsylvania, where she leads groundbreaking research into the genetics of metabolic diseases.

Ben DeJarnette, Class of 2009, competed in cross country, indoor track, and outdoor track all four years at Atlee. During his high school career, he earned an impressive 12 varsity letters and became a 19-time individual Capital District Champion across cross country, indoor track, and outdoor track. He was also a six-time Central Region Champion.

Ben captured the 2008 VHSL AAA Indoor 3200-meter Championship and the 2009 VHSL AAA Outdoor 3200-meter Championship, recording a personal-best time of 9:06 in the 3200 meters. He was also the Atlee school record holder in both the 1600-meter and 3200-meter runs. Following his senior season, Ben was named the Richmond Times-Dispatch Runner of the Year and the 2009 Richmond Times-Dispatch Scholar-Athlete of the Year.

After graduating from Atlee, Ben continued his running career at the University of Oregon, where he combined athletic excellence with strong academic achievement, earning both Pac-10 and Pac-12 All-Academic honors.

At Oregon, Ben recorded personal bests of 14:26 in the 5,000 meters and 30:28 in the 10,000 meters. He was named to the NCAA Cross Country All-Academic First Team in 2013 and received the NCAA Cross Country Elite 89 Award in 2012.

Ben currently lives in Oregon and is the founder and owner of Bike the Gorge, which provides bike rentals and tours along the historic Columbia River.

John Earley devoted many years to Atlee High School athletics as a coach, helping establish the Raider softball program as one of the premier programs in the state of Virginia.

Coach Earley began his Atlee coaching career in 2001 as an assistant softball coach under head coach Becky Levy. That season, the Raiders advanced to the VHSL State Quarterfinals. The following year, Atlee captured the 2002 VHSL AAA State Championship — the first girls’ state title in Hanover County history.

In 2004, Coach Earley became head softball coach, a position he held through the 2015 season. During his tenure, the Raiders consistently competed at a high level, earning multiple regional appearances and several regional championships. His leadership culminated in another historic season in 2015 when he guided Atlee to the VHSL Group 5A State Championship with a 3–0 victory over Hickory High School.

In addition to his coaching success, Coach Earley also served Atlee High School for four years as an Assistant Athletic Director, continuing his commitment to student-athletes and the school community. His accomplishments and respect within the coaching profession were further recognized through his selection to coach in the VHSCA All-Star Games on two occasions.

A graduate of Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania, Coach Earley began his career coaching softball and basketball at Shenandoah University before becoming head softball coach at Essex High School. He later joined Atlee High School as a mathematics teacher before transitioning to physical education.

In retirement, John and his wife, Maureen, enjoy traveling and spending time with family and friends.

Dean Fields, a 1997 graduate of Atlee High School, established himself as one of the program’s most accomplished distance runners during an outstanding career in the mid-1990s. As a senior in 1996, he finished second at the VHSL Group AAA State Cross Country Championship, placing behind the eventual national champion. He also earned All-South honors at the prestigious Foot Locker National Cross Country Championships.

During the indoor track season, Dean dominated the 1600-meter and 3200-meter events, claiming both Capital District and Central Regional titles. His national-level success continued as he was named a Second Team Indoor All-American in the two-mile run.

Over the course of his high school career, Dean amassed an impressive 10 Capital District championships and six Central Region championships, underscoring his consistency and excellence across seasons. In the spring of 1996, he ran a standout 9:19.1 in the 3200 meters at the VHSL Group AAA Outdoor Championships and went on to compete at the Nike Outdoor Nationals in the 1600 meters. He was also recognized for his achievements in the classroom and community as a Richmond Sports Backers Scholar-Athlete nominee in 1997.

Dean continued his running career at the College of William & Mary on an athletic scholarship, where he earned All-Southeast Region (IC4A) honors twice, was a four-time All-Colonial Athletic Conference performer, and finished as a conference runner-up.

Following his competitive running career, Dean transitioned into the music industry, where he has built a successful career as a musician and producer based in Richmond with strong ties to Nashville. His work has been recorded by acclaimed artists such as Lori McKenna and produced by Garth Brooks. Over the years, he has toured extensively, performing more than 1,000 shows. His recent releases include the 2025 singles “Hoping” and “Hit Song.”

A standout sprinter under legendary coach Jim Triemplar, Brian Ford (Class of 2001) established himself as one of Atlee’s premier track athletes. A four-year competitor, he excelled in both indoor and outdoor track, specializing in the 400 meters, where he posted a personal best of 47.54 and earned a 3rd-place finish at states his junior year. He also recorded an impressive 22.26 in the 200 meters. As a senior, Ford captured the VHSL AAA Indoor State Championship in the 300 meters with a winning time of 34.05.

Following his high school career, Ford competed at Georgia Tech, earning ACC Indoor Rookie of the Year honors in 2002 after becoming the only freshman to reach the 400m final. By 2005, he ran 21.18 in the 200m and 47.57 in the 400m, securing his place among Georgia Tech’s all-time top performers. He also contributed to a 4x400m relay team that posted a 3:06.92 at the NCAA East Regional.

Today, Brian resides in Georgia with his wife and three sons and works in financial services.

Katheryn Gannon (Class of 2003) lettered all four years in softball at Atlee from 2000 through 2003, serving as the Raiders’ catcher. She was also an All-Academic honoree all four years.

As a freshman in 2000, she led the team with a .361 batting average. In 2001, Katheryn was named First Team All-District and Second Team All-Region, helping the Raiders finish the season as Regional Runner-Up.

The 2002 season brought the ultimate team accomplishment, as the Raiders captured the VHSL Group AAA State Championship. Katheryn was recognized for her individual performance as well, earning First Team All-District, First Team All-Region, and All-Metro Co-Player of the Year honors.

During her senior season in 2003, Katheryn remained on the Raiders’ roster but was sidelined for the entire season following shoulder surgery.

Katheryn went on to receive a softball scholarship to James Madison University, but continued shoulder issues limited her ability to compete throughout her collegiate career. She graduated from JMU in 2007 with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance.

She later pursued a career in nursing, earning an Associate of Science in Nursing from the Community College of Baltimore County in 2013, followed by a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Maryland in 2015. She continued her education, earning a Master of Health Administration from Ohio University in 2021. In fall 2026, Katheryn began pursuing her Doctor of Nursing Practice.

Katheryn currently serves as a Nurse Manager in one of the adult ICUs at VCU Health. She is married to Jason, and they have two sons, Brooks and Aiden, who keep the family busy with swimming, baseball, and basketball.

Caroline Harvey, a 2000 graduate of Atlee High School, was a standout sprinter and jumper, earning four varsity letters in both indoor and outdoor track and field. She is recognized as one of the school’s most accomplished track and field athletes.

Throughout her time at Atlee, Caroline was a multiple-time Capital District and Central Region champion across individual and relay events, winning 22 district titles and 9 regional titles, and earning 12 VHSL AAA State Meet medals. During her career, she set Capital District meet records in the 55m dash, 100m dash, and the indoor and outdoor high jump and long jump, and also held school records in the indoor and outdoor long jump.

In her senior year, Caroline won the National Scholastic Indoor long jump title with a jump of 19'2.5" at the Armory in New York City. She was honored as the Richmond Times-Dispatch/Sports Backers Female Scholar-Athlete of the Year and was a finalist for the Lexus of Richmond Leadership Award. She was also named the All-Metro Female Track Athlete of the Year for both indoor and outdoor seasons and received the Virginia High School League’s Female Athlete Award.

Academically, Caroline ranked in the top 20 of her graduating class. She was a member of SODA (Student Organization for Developing Attitudes), the National Honor Society, and the Beta Club, and was recognized as a Hanover Scholar.

Following high school, she accepted an athletic scholarship to the University of Virginia, where she was a four-year letterwinner. While at UVA, she competed in the short sprints and jumps, earning Second Team All-ACC honors in the 100m, long jump, and 4x100m relay. In 2003, Caroline received the Milton G. Abramson Track Scholarship, awarded to a rising fourth-year member of the varsity track and field team for outstanding contributions to the program. She was also a two-time ACC Academic Honor Roll selection. She graduated in 2004 with a B.A. in Economics.

She resides with her three teenaged children in the Richmond area, where she works in HR & Marketing and is a Court-Appointed Special Advocate (CASA).

Charlie Howe, a 2002 graduate of Atlee High School, distinguished himself as one of the school’s most accomplished soccer players, excelling both during and after his high school career. Charlie earned numerous honors at the district, regional, and state levels, establishing himself as one of the premier athletes in the program’s history. His accolades include selection to the First Team All-Capital District in 2001, First Team All-Capital District and Player of the Year in 2002, First Team All-Central Region in 2002, First Team All-Metro in 2002, and First Team All-State in 2002.

Charlie continued his success both academically and athletically at Virginia Tech, where he earned a degree in Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise – Health Promotion. He helped lead the Hokies to their first-ever NCAA Tournament appearance in 2003 and was named to Soccer America’s Team of the Week after a standout performance against Syracuse, recording three assists and one goal. As team captain in 2005 and 2006, Charlie guided Virginia Tech to its highest national rankings in program history—No. 10 and No. 8, respectively.

Following his collegiate career, Charlie played professionally for the Richmond Kickers, helping the team capture the regular season championship and advance to the U.S. Open Cup Quarterfinals after defeating the Los Angeles Galaxy. He also made a brief appearance with Major League Soccer’s FC Dallas reserve team.

A leader both on and off the field, Charlie served as Team Leader for the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee in 2004 and 2005. His academic excellence continued beyond Virginia Tech, earning a Master’s degree in Sports Leadership from Virginia Commonwealth University, where he graduated Summa Cum Laude with a 4.0 GPA.

An active member of his community, Charlie has volunteered and mentored through numerous organizations, setting an example of excellence, leadership, and service that reflects the true spirit of an Atlee Raider.

After more than a decade with the United States Golf Association, where he served as Championship Director of the U.S. Open, Charlie now resides in Charleston, South Carolina, and serves as Chief Operating Officer of Beemok Sports & Entertainment.

Coach Curt Kassab led the Atlee girls’ basketball program from 2000 through 2007, compiling an outstanding 174–33 record during his tenure.

In 2003, Coach Kassab guided the Raiders to a Virginia AAA State Championship, completing a perfect 30–0 season. The team was ranked No. 44 nationally.

Under Kassab’s leadership, the Raiders reached the Central Region Final Four 4 consecutive years, from 2002 through 2005. His teams won five Capital District Championships (2002, 2003, 2004, 2006, and 2007) and captured three District Tournament Championships (2001, 2003, and 2004).

Kassab was named the Associated Press Virginia High School Coach of the Year in 2003. He was also selected as District Coach of the Year five times (2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2007) and Central Region Coach of the Year three times (2002, 2003, and 2004).

Following his time at Atlee, Coach Kassab joined the VCU women’s basketball program as an assistant coach, where he coached for several years. He later coached boys’ high school basketball at Deep Run High School and The Steward School before relocating to Florida. He currently coaches at Cardinal Mooney High School in Sarasota, Florida.

Ty LaFlame (Class of 1999) was a four-year starter in both football and baseball at Atlee High School, establishing himself as one of the most accomplished athletes in program history.

On the football field, Ty was a dominant linebacker for the Raiders. In 1998, he was selected by Central Region coaches as First Team All-Region and was named Regional Defensive Player of the Year. He earned First Team All-District honors for three consecutive seasons (1996-98) and was also a three-time Hanover County First Team selection by the Herald-Progress, which named him Hanover County Defensive Player of the Year in 1998.

That same year, Ty became Atlee’s first-ever AAA First Team All-State football player, recognizing his outstanding play at linebacker. He was also named Capital District Player of the Year (1998), First Team All-Metro (1998), and Second Team All-Metro (1997).

One of the most memorable moments of his career came in 1997 against Highland Springs, when Ty returned a late-game interception 55 yards for a touchdown. Following the victory, Coach Terry Meeks nicknamed him the “Springer Killer” for his consistent success against the perennial powerhouse.

Ty’s senior season further solidified his legacy, as he led the team in tackles and total defensive points (350). He remains Atlee’s all-time leader in career tackling points with 827. In addition to his defensive prowess, Ty contributed offensively, averaging 7.2 yards per carry in 1997 and 5.7 yards per carry for his career.

On the baseball diamond, Ty was equally impressive as a catcher. In 1998, he earned both First Team All-Region and First Team All-State honors, capping off an exceptional high school career in two sports.

Following graduation, Ty continued his athletic career at Hampden-Sydney College, where he played both football and baseball.

Today, Ty serves as a registered respiratory therapist, providing critical care to NICU, PICU, and adult patients.

Jami Lange (Class of 1998) was a four-year varsity letter winner in women’s basketball at Atlee High School under Coach Dale Chenault. During her high school career, she became Atlee’s first 1,000-point scorer, finishing with 1,432 points. She earned All-Metro honors three times, was a three-time First Team Central Region selection, and was named First Team Capital District three times. She also received Honorable Mention All-State recognition twice.
 
Following graduation, Lange earned a scholarship to the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC). While playing for the Retrievers, she was named Conference Newcomer of the Year in 1998 and earned All-Northeast Conference honors twice. In 1999, she set an NCAA single-game record with 10 three-pointers.
 
In 2001, Lange transferred to the College of William & Mary, where she played point guard and served as team captain during the 2002-03 season. She set numerous school records and concluded her collegiate career with 1,355 points, 340 assists, and 86 steals.
 
Jami Lange Poag is married, has one son, and currently works as a wellness instructor at the University of Richmond.

Coach Thomas Earl “Tommy” Legge graduated from Garfield High School in Northern Virginia before attending Virginia Commonwealth University, where he wrestled for two seasons. He was then drafted into the U.S. Army and served in Vietnam. After completing his military service, he returned to school and earned a degree in Health and Physical Education.

Coach Legge became Atlee High School’s first wrestling coach when the school opened in 1991. He led the Raiders wrestling program from 1991 to 2000, building teams that were consistently favored to win championships. Under his leadership, the Raiders captured Capital District titles in 1993, 1994, 1995, and 1997, and won the Central Region Championship in 1994.

Widely regarded as a legendary wrestling coach, Coach Legge found success at every school and level where he coached. Over the course of his career, he coached more than 30 All-State wrestlers and achieved over 200 team victories.

One former wrestler reflected, “Coach Legge touched many of our lives, spending countless hours with his students in the classroom and on the wrestling mat. He was always finding ways to help you improve personally and never gave up on you. He will always be missed and greatly appreciated for everything he did for us.”

In addition to wrestling, Coach Legge also coached JV football for the Raiders.

Coach Legge passed away in August 2017. Each year, Atlee High School hosts an annual wrestling tournament in his memory. On February 18, 2026, his family accepted the honor on his behalf at the Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.

Becky Levy, a 1969 graduate of Lee-Davis High School, dedicated her life to education and athletics through more than five decades of service to Hanover County Public Schools. Following high school, she attended Longwood University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Health, Physical Education, and Driver Education.

She began her distinguished teaching career at Rural Point Elementary School before moving to Chickahominy Middle School. Over 35 years as a full-time educator, Mrs. Levy positively impacted countless students through her leadership, mentorship, and commitment to education. Even after retirement, she continued serving Hanover County Public Schools as a substitute teacher at Atlee High School, extending her remarkable career in public education to more than 50 years.

In 1999, Mrs. Levy became the head softball coach at Atlee High School, leading the Raiders for four seasons from 1999–2003. Under her leadership, the program reached unprecedented success, winning Capital District Championships in 2001 and 2002, the Central Regional Championship in 2002, and the 2002 VHSL AAA State Championship. That historic title made Mrs. Levy the first coach in school history to win a state championship and marked the first girls’ team from Hanover County to capture a state title.

Her 2001 team advanced to the VHSL Quarterfinals, and she was recognized as Capital District Coach of the Year. In the summer of 2003, she was selected as head coach for the Virginia Coaches Association All-Star Softball Game, further honoring her contributions to the sport.

Mrs. Levy continued her service to Atlee athletics as an assistant softball coach for 12 additional seasons from 2004–2015. Prior to her tenure at Atlee, she served eight seasons as head softball coach at Chickahominy Middle School from 1990–1998, where she also worked as Co-Athletic Director.

She currently continues her commitment to Raider athletics as Assistant Athletic Director at Atlee High School, a role she has served in for 17 years. Mrs. Levy’s dedication, leadership, and lasting impact on Hanover County athletics and education make her truly deserving of Hall of Fame recognition.

Coach Bruce Lovelace’s name has become synonymous with soccer excellence at Atlee High School. A foundational figure in the school’s athletic history, he served as Atlee’s first boys’ varsity soccer coach for ten seasons from 1992–2001 before leading the girls’ soccer program for an additional 20 seasons from 2002–2022.

Under Coach Lovelace’s leadership, Atlee soccer established itself as one of the premier programs in the region. His boys’ teams captured eight Capital District Championships (1992, 1993, 1996, 1998, 1999, 2000, and 2001) and won the 2001 Central Regional Championship. He then guided the girls’ program to an extraordinary run of 12 consecutive Capital District Championships from 2002–2013, along with Central Regional Championships in 2007 and 2022.

Even after retiring as head coach, Coach Lovelace continued to serve the Raider community as an assistant coach for several additional seasons, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to student-athletes and the sport of soccer.

Coach Lovelace is a graduate of William & Mary, where he earned a degree in Health and Physical Education. He dedicated more than 30 years to Hanover County Public Schools as a physical education teacher, most notably at Chickahominy Middle School. During his career, he coached boys’ and girls’ soccer as well as boys’ basketball at the middle school level.

In addition to soccer, Coach Lovelace played a key role in developing archery programs at both Chickahominy Middle School and Atlee High School. His archery teams achieved tremendous success, earning multiple state championships at both levels.

Today, Coach Lovelace resides in New Kent County, where his legacy of leadership, mentorship, and athletic excellence continues to be celebrated throughout the Hanover County community.

Jennifer Meador, a 1997 Atlee High School graduate, is recognized as Atlee’s most successful distance runner, having earned numerous awards in both women’s cross-country and track. Her cross-country accolades include: four-time Capital District Champion, four-time Central Region Champion, four-time VHSL AAA State Champion, and four-time All-South Team selection (named twice to the First Team). Jennifer also held the Atlee High School home cross-country course record as well as the Capital District course record.

As a freshman at Atlee, Jennifer won the State Indoor 1,000-meter final. That year she was also featured in Runner's World magazine in an article highlighting the four fastest freshmen in the U.S. in 1993. During her freshman and sophomore years in 1993 and 1994, she qualified for and competed in the Foot Locker Cross Country Nationals.

In addition to her cross-country achievements, Jennifer earned numerous honors in indoor and outdoor track.

• Indoor Track: Seven-time All-State performer; Capital District and Atlee record holder in multiple events.

• Outdoor Track: Six-time All-State performer; Atlee record holder in the 800m and 1600m.

Although her athletic achievements are many, Jennifer’s accomplishments as a student-athlete also stood out. While at Atlee, she was an Honor Roll student and participated in numerous school activities, particularly student government. After graduating from high school, Jennifer earned both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Human Resource Development from Clemson University.

Jennifer currently resides in Atlanta, Georgia.

Courtney Neal (Class of 1997) was a standout multi-event track and field athlete at Atlee High School from 1994 through 1997, establishing herself as one of the most versatile competitors in program history. She competed in cross country for three seasons (1994–1996) and in indoor track and field all four years under Coach Jim Triemplar.

In indoor track, Courtney earned an impressive eight individual regional titles and 10 individual district titles during her high school career. In 1997, Courtney captured the Virginia AAA Indoor Long Jump Championship with a leap of 19 feet, 8 inches. Her other indoor accomplishments included an eighth-place national finish in the long jump, and a 12th-place national finish in the pentathlon in 1997. She was also a Virginia AAA State place-winner in the 55-meter dash and served as the leadoff leg on four state-qualifying 4x200-meter relay teams, including a team that recorded the No. 11 all-time mark in Virginia AAA history.

In outdoor track and field, Courtney earned Triple Jump All-American honors in Raleigh, North Carolina, with a mark of 38 feet, 5 inches. In 1996, she won four individual regional championships and four individual district titles, earning 13 total outdoor district medals over her career. She also competed at the prestigious Penn Relays in 1997. She set Atlee school records in the shot put, long jump, triple jump, high jump, 100-meter dash, and hurdles, and was a member of three district championship teams.

Courtney continued her track and field career at the collegiate level, competing on an athletic scholarship at NC State from 1997-99 before transferring to George Mason University, where she competed from 2000-02 while studying biology and using all four years of her college eligibility.

She later earned a B.S. in Business Management from Southern New Hampshire University and an M.S. in Business Management from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. She also holds the Certified Association Executive (CAE) credential.

Courtney currently serves as Senior Director, Volunteer and Community Experience at CFA Institute, bringing more than 20 years of experience in association management.

Bryan Newcomb, a 2001 graduate of Atlee High School, is recognized as a cornerstone of Atlee’s men’s volleyball program. As one of the first athletes to compete for both Atlee and the Richmond Volleyball Club (RVC), his early success helped elevate Atlee into one of the most formidable programs in the state and propelled RVC onto the national stage.

While at Atlee, Bryan was a four-year varsity letterman and a four-time First Team All-Capital District selection. He earned First Team All-Central Region honors during both his junior and senior seasons and was also named to the First Team AAA All-State in those years. Additionally, Bryan represented the United States as captain of the USA Youth National Team following both his junior and senior years. Bryan’s achievements extended beyond the volleyball court. A dedicated student, he earned All-Academic honors multiple times and graduated fifth in his class.

Following his standout high school career, Bryan continued his success at the collegiate level, competing for Pepperdine University and later George Mason University. During his collegiate career, he received numerous honors, including First Team All-EIVA and All-Academic Team recognition. He went on to graduate from the University of Virginia with both a bachelor’s and master’s degree.

After college, Bryan pursued his dream of playing professional volleyball in Switzerland, Sweden, Spain, and Latvia. Upon returning to the United States in 2009, he transitioned into coaching, leading teams at both the collegiate and club levels. Bryan later completed Physician Associate School at Nova Southeastern University in 2013 and has since worked as a Physician Associate in trauma surgery.

He currently resides in Florida.

Billy Parker, a 1999 graduate of Atlee High School, is recognized as one of the school’s most accomplished student-athletes. As a Raider, Billy excelled both in the classroom and on the field, earning All-District honors in both football and basketball.

Billy’s success continued beyond Atlee as he went on to play collegiate football at the College of William & Mary, where he earned a degree in Sociology in 2004. On the field, Billy established himself as a standout defensive back for the Tribe. He ranked among the nation’s top 50 in interceptions per game (0.45) and, during his senior season, recorded 45 tackles, two interceptions, and one forced fumble with a recovery. Billy was a two-time First Team All-Atlantic 10 Conference selection (2002, 2003) and a member of the 2001 Atlantic 10 Football Championship Team.

Following college, Billy began his professional career in the National Football League, signing with the Miami Dolphins in 2005 before joining the Carolina Panthers, where he was activated for the 2005 NFC Championship Game.

Billy went on to play for the Montreal Alouettes of the Canadian Football League (CFL), where he competed in the 2009 and 2010 Grey Cup Championship Games. He recorded interceptions in both contests, including one that sealed the Alouettes’ victory in the 2010 championship.

After his playing career, Billy transitioned into coaching at both the collegiate and professional levels. His coaching experience includes positions with the Richmond Revolution (2010) and Richmond Raiders (2011), as well as serving as a defensive assistant for the Montreal Alouettes (2017–2018). He later held coaching roles at South Carolina State (2019), the Tampa Bay Vipers (2020), Virginia Military Institute (2020–2022), and William & Mary (2023). Billy currently serves as the Defensive Coordinator and Defensive Backs Coach at Texas Southern University.

Beyond his athletic and coaching accomplishments, Billy remains deeply committed to his community. He actively participates in youth programs and regularly serves as a guest speaker, continuing to exemplify the leadership, character, and spirit of an Atlee Raider.

Billy currently resides in Houston, Texas.

Dr. Michael Petrizzi has served as Atlee High School’s football team physician since 1991, providing more than three decades of dedicated service to Hanover County student-athletes. He can be found on the sidelines at all home varsity football games, where he provides support to Atlee’s athletic trainers and assists with medical needs as they arise.

Each spring, Dr. Petrizzi’s practice, Hanover Family Physicians, provides sports physicals to Atlee student-athletes and generously donates the proceeds back to the school to help fund athletic training supplies.

A graduate of the University of North Carolina, Dr. Petrizzi serves on the VHSL Sports Medicine Advisory Committee and the Hanover County Concussion Management Team. He is also the author of Sideline Management, Assessment, and Response Techniques (SMART) Manual, a resource focused on sideline management and sports medicine.

Throughout his career, Dr. Petrizzi has been recognized for his contributions to sports medicine and education, including the James Carlton Best Teacher Award from the Virginia Academy of Family Physicians and recognition as a “Top Doctor” by Richmond Magazine.

Dr. Petrizzi is a regular lecturer for the American Academy of Family Physicians and the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine and serves as chair of the VCU Sports Medicine Conference.

For more than 30 years, Dr. Petrizzi has been a constant presence and trusted advocate for Atlee student-athletes, making a lasting impact on the health, safety, and well-being of generations of athletes.

Ashley Riefner (Class of 2012) excelled in three sports during her time at Atlee High School, though she is best known for her outstanding soccer career. A four-year starter under Coach Bruce Lovelace, she earned First Team All-State honors in 2011 and 2012, along with First Team All-Capital District and All-Central Region recognition in both seasons.

In 2012, Ashley was named the VHSL State Player of the Year, as well as Central Region and All-Metro Player of the Year. She also earned Capital District Player of the Year honors in both 2011 and 2012. A two-year team captain, she was also named her team’s MVP.

Under her leadership, the Atlee Raiders captured four consecutive district championships from 2009 to 2012, advanced to the regional tournament all four years, finished as regional runner-up in 2009, and earned a berth in the state tournament.

Ashley’s club accomplishments include helping the Richmond Kickers VCCL team to championships from 2002 to 2011 and reaching the Super Y National Finals in 2008.

In addition to soccer, Ashley earned All-District and All-Region honors in cross country in 2009. In indoor track, she was a four-year letter winner (2008–2011), earning All-District honors in the 1000m and All-District and All-Region recognition in the 4x800 relay.

Following high school, Ashley attended the University of Richmond, where she was a four-year letter winner for the Spiders soccer team. As a junior in 2014, she was named First Team All-Atlantic 10 at forward. As a senior in 2015, she started every game and finished her career ranked ninth on the program’s all-time scoring list.

Ashley continues to play professional soccer internationally, where she has earned Finnish Midfielder of the Year honors and currently competes for Fortuna Hjørring in Denmark.

Nick Robinson (Class of 2002) is recognized as one of Atlee High School’s most accomplished track and field athletes. A four-year varsity letterman, Nick served as team captain for both the indoor and outdoor track teams during his senior year, leading by example through his versatility and consistent excellence across multiple events.

During his senior indoor season, Nick placed first in five Capital District events—the triple jump, high jump, 55 hurdles, 4x200 relay, and 4x400 relay. He continued that dominance in the outdoor season, again capturing first place in five Capital District events: the triple jump, long jump, 300 hurdles, 110 hurdles, and 4x100 relay. His success extended to the regional level, where he earned four Regional Championships and was named the Outstanding Outdoor Field Event Performer for the region.

In addition to his accomplishments in track and field, Nick was a standout member of the Atlee Varsity Volleyball Team, earning Team MVP honors in 2001, First Team All-District recognition, and State Honorable Mention honors in 2002.

Nick’s athletic and academic achievements earned him the opportunity to continue his career at Christopher Newport University, where he competed for the Captains Track and Field Team. As a senior, he won the triple jump at the Mason-Dixon Conference Indoor Championship, while also finishing second in the long jump, third in the high jump, and fourth in the 55 hurdles.

While his collegiate career was filled with athletic success, Nick considers his greatest accomplishment earning his bachelor’s degree in Horticulture from Christopher Newport University in 2007.

Today, Nick continues to give back to his alma mater. He serves as a teacher at Atlee High School, instructing Turf Grass Management and Introduction to Animal, Power, and Technical Systems, and contributes as an assistant activities director.

Nick resides in Beaverdam, Virginia, with his wife and five children, continuing to exemplify the dedication, leadership, and community spirit that define an Atlee Raider.

Rachael Rounds (Class of 1997) was a standout gymnast for the Atlee Raiders in the mid-1990s under Coach Donna Koehler.

As a sophomore in 1995, she captured the VHSL State Championship in the All-Around with a score of 38.85 and also earned the state title on vault with a 9.40, tying for first. She delivered her strongest performances at the state meet, outperforming her closest competitors by 1.5 points. Her vault score remains among the top marks in VHSL historical records.

With these achievements, Rachael became Atlee High School’s first individual Group AAA state champion in gymnastics and the school’s first individual state champion in any sport.

She competed for the Atlee gymnastics program for three seasons, missing one season due to injury.

Following her high school career, she remained involved in gymnastics as a coach at Hanover Olympiad.

Rachael has been married for 13 years and currently works supporting individuals with disabilities.

Casey Smith (Class of 2002) was the standout pitcher for the Atlee Raiders during their historic 2002 state championship run. A three-year varsity letter winner, Casey helped lead the team to a 23-2 record during her senior season, posting a remarkable 21-2 record as the team’s pitcher.

In 154 innings of work, Casey recorded 169 strikeouts and just 25 walks while posting a 0.14 ERA. During the Raiders’ championship run, she pitched three consecutive 1-0 victories, including a no-hitter against Centreville High School in the VHSL Group AAA State Tournament quarterfinals. She also recorded 44 consecutive scoreless innings during postseason play.

The 2002 Raiders captured the Capital District regular-season championship, Central Region championship, and VHSL Group AAA State Championship. It was the first state championship in Atlee High School history and the first girls’ team state championship in Hanover County history.

Casey’s outstanding senior season earned her numerous individual honors. She was named to the Capital District First Team and Richmond Times-Dispatch All-Metro First Team, as well as Capital District Player of the Year and Richmond Times-Dispatch All-Metro Player of the Year.

She was also selected to participate in the VHSCA All-Star Game at Hampton University, representing the East Team in a 4-0 shutout victory over the West Team.

Following graduation, Casey attended the University of Virginia, where she played club softball all four years. She served as team vice president during her junior year and president during her senior year. In her final season, the team advanced to the Club Softball Nationals.

Zuriel Smith (Class of 1998) starred in three sports at Atlee High School, excelling in track and field, football, and basketball. In track and field, he was an All-State high jumper and held the Atlee school record with a jump of 6'9". He earned All-State honors three times across the long jump, high jump, and triple jump.

On the football field, Zuriel was an All-Hanover County selection as a senior and set multiple Atlee records in receiving and punt returns. During his senior season in 1997, he scored 16 touchdowns – 11 receiving, two rushing, two on punt returns, and one on a kickoff return. One of the highlights of his season was an 85-yard kickoff return for a touchdown against Thomas Dale in the Regional Semifinal. He was also selected to the All-District and Richmond Times-Dispatch All-Metro football teams.

In addition to his accomplishments in track and football, Zuriel was an outstanding basketball player, further demonstrating his exceptional athletic ability and versatility.

Zuriel continued his football career at Hampton University on an athletic scholarship, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree. In 2003, he became the first player from Atlee High School to be drafted into the NFL when the Dallas Cowboys selected him. He went on to play professionally for the New York Giants and New England Patriots through 2007.

Following his football career, Zuriel turned his focus toward serving others. For the past 12 years, he has owned and operated group homes serving adults with intellectual disabilities.

Rachel Stanford (Class of 2014) played five years of volleyball at Atlee High School, where she was a two-year starter on the JV team and a three-year starting setter on the varsity team. During each of her three varsity seasons, the Raiders captured a district or conference championship.

During her junior season in 2012, Atlee won the district and regional championships and finished as the Group AAA state runner-up. In her senior season in 2013, Rachel was named team captain and led the Raiders to conference, regional, and Group 5A state championships. Atlee defeated Stonebridge to capture the state title, capping a remarkable high school career. Individually, Rachel was named First Team All-Conference and Conference Player of the Year, as well as First Team All-Metro, All-Region, and All-State. She was also named Richmond Times-Dispatch All-Metro Player of the Year and was a Virginia Gatorade Player of the Year nominee.

After graduation, Rachel continued her volleyball career at Catawba College, where she was a four-year varsity player and served as team captain during her senior season. In 2016, she was named South Atlantic Conference Player of the Week twice. Rachel finished her Catawba career with 2,117 assists, ranking ninth all-time, along with 730 digs, 249 kills, 58 aces, and 113 blocks. She played in 105 matches and 332 sets and recorded two triple-doubles during her senior season.

Rachel graduated cum laude from Catawba with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and a minor in Biology. She went on to earn a Master of Physician Assistant Studies from Gardner-Webb University.

Rachel currently works as a Family Medicine Physician Assistant in the Outer Banks.

Coach Bob Stratton earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Atlantic Christian College in 1979 and later earned a master’s degree in Administration and Supervision from George Washington University in 2001.

Bob was hired to help open Atlee High School, where he served as head baseball coach, assistant athletic director, and Health and Physical Education department chairman. Under his leadership, the Atlee baseball teams earned five berths in the Central Regional playoffs. He was named Capital District Baseball Coach of the Year three times, in 1993, 1996, and 1999, and Central Regional Coach of the Year in 1996. As Atlee’s golf coach, he was named Coach of the Year three consecutive times, in 1997, 1998, and 1999.

In 1996, the National High School Baseball Coaches Association District 2 named Bob Groundskeeper of the Year in recognition of his work maintaining the Atlee baseball field. He also served as a head coach for the Commonwealth Baseball Games in Virginia for 23 years.

Bob has been a member of the Virginia Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (VIAAA) for 35 years. He served as Athletic/Activities Director at Patrick Henry High School from 2000–2003, Hanover High School from 2003–2013, and The Steward School from 2013–2015. During his career as an athletic administrator, he directed more than 100 District, Regional, and State tournaments.

In 2006, Bob was named Capital District and Central Region Athletic Administrator of the Year. He was named VIAAA Athletic Administrator of the Year in 2009 and received the VIAAA John C. Youngblood Lifetime Achievement Award in 2023.

Bob has served as VIAAA Executive Director since 2020, following his term as VIAAA President from 2010–2011. He has also served as VIAAA Conference Chairman in 2015, 2016, 2023, and 2025. In 2018, he was inducted into the Virginia High School League Hall of Fame. He served on the VHSL pitching committee from 2014–2016 and has been a member of the Virginia High School Coaches Association for 27 years.

Former Hanover County Superintendent Stewart Roberson described Bob’s leadership this way: “Mr. Stratton is not afraid to make tough calls, but when he does, everyone knows he has treated them fairly during the process.”

Anora Suber (Class of 2004) distinguished herself as a standout multi-sport athlete in basketball and softball during her career with the Atlee Raiders. A four-year varsity letter winner in basketball, she helped lead the Raiders to an extraordinary 98-12 record. Her junior season was highlighted by an undefeated campaign and the 2003 Virginia AAA State Championship. In 2002, she was named MVP of the Richmond Times-Dispatch InSync Holiday Tournament and earned recognition as a two-time All-District Academic Athlete. During her senior season, she was selected as a Virginia Prep Top 100 Senior and received Richmond Times-Dispatch All-Metro Third Team honors.

In softball, Anora excelled as both a pitcher and first baseman. She was a member of the 2002 Virginia AAA State Championship team, as well as the 2002 Capital District Tournament and Central Regional Championship teams. She also helped lead the Raiders to a Central Region Runner-up finish in 2001.

Anora and her twin sister, Narissa Suber, remain the only athletes in Atlee High School history to win Virginia AAA State Championships in two different sports.

Following graduation, Anora attended Drexel University on a full basketball scholarship, where she continued her success as a four-year letter winner.

Today, Anora Suber Logan resides in the Glen Allen, Virginia area.

Class of 2004 Atlee High School alumna Narissa Suber distinguished herself as one of the school’s premier two-sport athletes, excelling in both basketball and softball during her outstanding high school career. A four-year letter winner on the basketball court, she helped lead the Raiders to an undefeated season and the 2003 Virginia AAA State Championship. Her exceptional play earned her numerous accolades, including 2003 Richmond Times-Dispatch Metro Player of the Year and Capital District Player of the Year honors in both 2002 and 2004.

Narissa also received All-Central Region honors in 2003 and 2004, All-State recognition in 2003 and 2004, and was named to the 2004 Richmond Times-Dispatch All-Metro First Team. During her four-year basketball career at Atlee, the Raiders compiled an impressive 98–12 overall record.

On the softball field, Narissa starred at shortstop and played a key role in one of the most successful seasons in school history. In 2002, the Raiders captured the Virginia AAA State Championship, as well as Capital District and Central Regional titles. Her leadership and athletic ability helped establish Atlee softball as one of the premier programs in the state, while she also earned multiple individual honors throughout her career.

Narissa and her twin sister, Anora Suber, remain the only athletes in Atlee High School history to win Virginia AAA State Championships in two different sports.

Following her remarkable high school career, Narissa continued her basketball journey at Drexel University on a full athletic scholarship. A four-year player and letter winner for the Dragons, she remains ranked among the program’s top five in several statistical categories, cementing her legacy as one of the university’s standout student-athletes.

Today, Narissa Suber Taylor resides in the Glen Allen area.

In 1991, Coach Triemplar joined the staff of the newly opened Atlee High School, beginning a remarkable 25-year career teaching and coaching the cross-country and track and field teams. Under his leadership, his teams set the standard for excellence in the region. Many of his athletes earned collegiate track scholarships, and his teams captured numerous Capital District and Central Region titles.

The pinnacle of Coach Triemplar’s program-building career came in 2011, when he guided Atlee to its only VHSL AAA Men’s Team State Championships, winning both the VHSL Indoor and Outdoor state titles. He later led the women’s team to VHSL 5A Indoor and Outdoor state championships in 2015.

Known for his extraordinary memory, Coach Triemplar could recall athletes’ times and performances from years past with remarkable precision. But he was more than a winning coach. A longtime colleague said, “He had a passion for doing things in a first-class manner for the benefit of the athletes and for the broader track and cross-country community.”

Coach Triemplar was also “the voice” of the Atlee Raiders, announcing varsity football games and calling out the names of all graduating seniors. He was cherished not only by his athletes, whom he inspired to reach their full potential, but also by their parents, who admired his emphasis on life skills and good citizenship. He understood that while track careers are brief, the lessons learned extend far beyond the season.

Tragically, the Raider family lost Coach Triemplar in January 2024 after an extended illness. His memory lives on through the countless student-athletes he mentored and inspired. Beloved throughout the Central Region, Coach Triemplar left a lasting impression on all who knew him. His athletes were his extended family and remain his enduring legacy.

John Trott graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University in 1978 and later earned his master’s degree in education from Virginia Tech.

Coach John Trott was one of the first two people hired by Atlee High School Principal Thomas Shortt. From 1991–1999, he served as Atlee’s head football coach, assistant athletic director, and Health and Physical Education teacher. During those formative years, Coach Trott worked alongside several colleagues to help establish the vision and foundation that continue to shape Atlee High School and its extracurricular programs today.

During his nine seasons as head football coach, Trott compiled an overall record of 54-41 and led the Raiders to three consecutive Capital District championships in 1996, 1997, and 1998. Under his leadership, Atlee advanced to the Central Region playoffs four times and finished as Central Region runner-up in 1998. Twice during his tenure, the Raiders defeated the No. 1-ranked team in the state. In 1997, Trott was honored as Coach of the Year by the Touchdown Club of Richmond.

Following his time at Atlee, Coach Trott continued serving Hanover County Public Schools for 19 years as a Curriculum Specialist for Health, Physical Education, and Driver Education. In 2018, he was named Physical Education Supervisor of the Year by the Virginia Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (VAHPERD). Hanover County Schools described Mr. Trott as “enthusiastic, professional, dependable, and noble.”

Coach Trott currently lives in King William County and enjoys playing golf in his free time.

In 1991, at the age of 69, Leo began volunteering his time to support Raider football, basketball, and baseball. His role was broad and flexible, serving as equipment manager, role model, and motivator.

After the first few years, Leo’s focus shifted more toward Raider football. He provided daily support during practices but was best known for his enthusiastic presence at Friday night football games. Leo continued to support Raider athletics until the fall of 2000, when his health began to decline.

He embodied everything one could hope for in a role model and mentor — a compassionate, caring man who gave more of himself than he ever expected from others. On January 29, 2002, Leo passed away. He remains a beloved member of the Atlee Athletic family and will always hold a special place in our hearts.