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Kenneth McGlothen, a 3rd Generation D1 Swimmer, Verbals to West Virginia for 2026
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Kenneth McGlothen, a USA Swimming Scholastic All-American at George Washington High School in Charleston, West Virginia, has verbally committed to swim and study at West Virginia University beginning in the fall of 2026.
“I chose WVU for the amazing facilities, excellent coaching staff, and the opportunity to proudly represent my home state and the flying WV”
McGlothen will join his sister, Kentucky sophomore Madi McGlothen, as the third generation of D1 swimmers in the family. Their grandfather, Greg Olson, was an All-American at Bucknell. He went on to run the HYCAT swim program in Charleston for over 40 years. Their mother, Melissa Olson, was an All-American at Kentucky. She was the silver medalist in the 400 IM at SECs as a freshman in 1997 and held the Kentucky program record for almost 16 years. Melissa Olson is McGlothen’s club at YMCA Kanawha Valley Kraken.
In his three years of high school swimming, the polyvalent McGlothen has won the 500 free twice (4:42.62 in 2023, 4:39.78 in 2024), the 200 IM (1:51.92 in 2024), the 200 free (1:40.48 in 2025), and the 100 back (50.34 in 2025). He was runner-up in the 200 IM as a freshman (1:57.91 in 2023).
In December 2024, McGlothen competed in the 200 back at the U.S. Open. He swam the 100 breast in time trials and went a best time of 58.44. A week later, he competed at Winter Juniors East and picked up new lifetime bests in the 100 back (50.50), 200 back (1:48.15), and 100 breast (58.09).
More recently, he won the 500 free, 200 back, and 200 breast; was runner-up in the 100 breast and 200 IM; and came in 5th in the 50 free, 100 free, and 100 fly at the 2025 West Virginia Short Course Championships. He came away with new PBs in the 200 back (1:47.85), 200 breast (2:08.44), and 100 fly (52.24).
Two weeks later at the 2025 YMCA Short Course National Championships, McGlothen came in 4th place in the 200 back, dropping another 1.3 seconds to improve his own WV state record to 1:46.56. He also finaled in the 100 back (21st) and the 200 IM (18th), the latter with a PB of 1:51.50.
In long course, McGlothen was a top 8 finisher in the 200 back at Futures in each of the last two summer. He placed 7th in Richmond last summer (2:06.92) and was 15th (2:07.62) in 2025. He owns the West Virginia 15-18 state record in the event (2.06.41)
Best SCY times:
- 200 back – 1:46.56
- 100 back – 50.34
- 200 IM – 1:51.50
- 500 free – 4:39.78
- 200 free – 1:40.48
- 100 breast – 58.09
- 200 breast – 2:08.44
Outside the pool McGlothen enjoys playing guitar, gaming with friends, and traveling with the family.
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Three Takeaways From Virginia Tech Baseball’s Series Win Vs Cal
Berkley, CA — Virginia Tech won their third consecutive ACC series and have won 9 of their last 12 matchups on the diamond. Despite dropping game three in 9-4 fashion, the Hokies needed this series win and got it, putting themselves firmly on the bubble this week.
There’s plenty of takeaways from the series, so here’s my top three.
No. 1: The Hokies are peaking at the right time
A couple of weeks ago, I wrote a column on what the Hokies would need to do to put themselves in position on the bubble, and they have followed that blueprint to a tee.
I stated that the Hokies would need a 15-4 run going down the stretch, and they’re within striking distance, needing to go 6-1 from here on out with four games against non-conference opponents.
They couldn’t afford another series loss in conference, and they haven’t taken one.
With that run, the Hokies — who sat outside of the top 45 — have moved themselves up to 36th in RPI — a firm bubble position — with a three big ACC games remaining and four must-win non-conference games.
No. 2: Brett Renfrow has found it
What is ‘it’ exactly? Well, he’s the only one that knows.
Over Brett Renfrow’s first two starts in the month of April against Miami and Boston College, he surrendered 12 runs in 11 innings, striking out 10 batters and hurling over 200 pitches in the short time span.
Since then, he’s arguably been the best pitcher in the conference. In his recent three starts, Renfrow has allowed the following statline:
21.0 IP
3 ER
10 H
6 BB
27 K
Those numbers bring an ERA of 1.29 and a K/9 of 11.57.
For those of you who are familiar with the K%-BB% stat, Renfrow’s is sitting at 25.9%. For context, Tarik Skubal — who won the AL Cy Young last year — had a rate of 27.8%.
Brett Renfrow getting back to those strong, consistent starts that we’ve seen in the past is something that Virginia Tech desperately needed from it’s ace, and it will be crucial for the Hokies down the stretch.
No. 3: The Bullpen has been much more consistent
Earlier this season, the Virginia Tech bullpen had a huge issue with blowing leads and losing games.
Against Cal, the Virginia Tech bullpen surrendered just a pair of runs in 10 innings of work.
The highlight of the bullpen as of late has been Chase Swift, who hasn’t given up a run since March 3rd against Marshall. He’s made nine appearances in that time and has posted the following stat-line:
13.1 IP
0 ER
4 H
6 BB
18 K
Much like with Renfrow, consistency from the Virginia Tech bullpen is going to be key down the stretch, and the Hokies are headed in the right direction.
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West Virginia Lottery results: See winning numbers for Powerball, Lotto America on May 4, 2026
The results are in for the West Virginia Lottery’s draw games on Monday, May 4, 2026.
Here’s a look at winning numbers for each game on May 4.
Winning Powerball numbers from May 4 drawing
30-36-42-60-63, Powerball: 13, Power Play: 2
Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Lotto America numbers from May 4 drawing
09-10-12-50-52, Star Ball: 03, ASB: 03
Check Lotto America payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Daily 3 numbers from May 4 drawing
3-7-6
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Winning Daily 4 numbers from May 4 drawing
4-6-8-6
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Winning Cash 25 numbers from May 4 drawing
02-03-09-10-20-21
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When are the West Virginia Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 11 p.m. ET on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 10:59 p.m. ET Tuesday and Friday.
- Lotto America: 10:15 p.m. ET on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Daily 3, 4: 6:59 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday.
- Cash 25: 6:59 p.m. ET Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday.
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Celebrate bike month with a wild ride at the Virginia Zoo
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) – The Virginia Zoo will host its annual Bike Night on Friday, May 8, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in celebration of National Bike Month. This all-ages event offers guests the opportunity to explore 53 acres of the Virginia Zoo’s beautifully landscaped grounds on designated paths.
This is just one of many events planned throughout the City of Norfolk for National Bike Month.
Animal exhibit trails and the Goat Yard will remain open after-hours, until 7:30 p.m. This unique experience allows visitors to observe animal behaviors after regular operating hours.
Local vendors will also be on hand to assist with bike repairs or accessories.
Guests can meet Animal Ambassadors for a Zoo Tales story reading at the ZooLive! Stage at 6 p.m. The evening also features an energizing DJ dance party. The Zoo’s young professionals group, GenZoo, will help attendees craft decorations for their helmets. Local businesses like Slow & Steady Bikes and Goods and East Coast Bicycles will offer bike accessories. Community organizations such as Elizabeth River Trail, Visit Norfolk, Spinclusion and Bike Norfolk are also scheduled to attend.
Member tickets for Bike Night cost $8. Non-member adult tickets are $18, and non-member child tickets are $13. Children under two receive free entry, but a reserved “under two” ticket is still required.
The event is likely to sell out, so if you are interested in attending, it’s best to act fast. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased online at virginiazoo.org/event/bike-night/.
Bike Night will take place rain or shine.
Rules and Safety
- No Electric Bicycles Permitted (Unless Hybrids with Motors Removed)
- No skateboards, roller skates, or longboards
- Helmets must be worn by all attendees under the age of 18.
- Bikes must be walked on animal trails — no riding.
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