Last updated : Thursday, 27 June 2024
About the VHSL
The Virginia High School League (VHSL) is the principal sanctioning organization for interscholastic athletic competition among public high schools in Virginia.
The VHSL was founded in 1913 and currently has over 250 member schools. It sponsors championships in 27 sports, including football, basketball, baseball, softball, and track and field.
The VHSL is governed by a board of directors, which is composed of representatives from each of the member schools. The board is responsible for setting policies and procedures for the league, as well as selecting the sites for championship events.
The VHSL is committed to providing a safe and fair environment for student-athletes. It has a number of rules and regulations in place to protect student-athletes, including rules governing eligibility, drug testing, and sportsmanship.
VHSL Football
The VHSL sponsors a football championship for both boys and girls. The boys' championship is played in the fall, while the girls' championship is played in the spring.
The VHSL football championship is one of the most competitive high school football championships in the country. In recent years, the championship has been won by a variety of schools, including Woodgrove High School, Salem High School, and Lake Braddock Secondary School.
The VHSL football championship is a major event in Virginia. It is attended by thousands of fans and is broadcast on television.