HENDERSON MAKES THE STOP – Halifax County High School senior Marwin Henderson (5) wrapped up Martinsville High School runner Chris Scott (8) and stopped Scott for a short gain on this play in the second half of the Comets’ recent game against Martinsville High School. The Comets open Western Valley District play here tonight against Patrick Henry High School of Roanoke. (G-V Photo/Joe Chandler)

Comets Face PH In Tonight’s District Opener

By Joe Chandler
Sports Editor
The “real” season begins tonight for the Halifax County High School varsity football team.

STARKE NAILS IT – Halifax County High School place-kicker Cameron Starke, pictured kicking a field goal during one of the Comets’ games earlier this season, will continue his football career at West Virginia. The Comets kicker expects to join the Mountaineers football team shortly after graduating from Halifax County High School at the end of the first semester in December. (G-V Photo/Joe Chandler)

Comets Kicker Commits To West Virginia

By Joe Chandler
Sports Editor
Halifax County High School place-kicker Cameron Starke will continue his football career at one of the nation’s premier college football schools - West Virginia.