The Richmond Rifles were a low-level minor league hockey outfit that played for two seasons at the Richmond Coliseum between 1979 and 1981. The team served as a farm club for both the New York Rangers (1979-1981) and Winnipeg Jets (1980-1981) of the NHL.
Southern Professional Hockey League (2006-2009) Born: April 25, 2006 – SPHL expansion franchise Folded: March 26, 2009 First Game: October 27, 2006 (W 5-2 @ Fayetteville
The Richmond Rage were a women’s professional basketball team that lasted for just one season in the American Basketball League. The Rage had a terrific roster, including former University of Virginia star and Olympic gold medalist Dawn Staley, and Adrienne Goodson of Old Dominion. Center Taj McWilliams earned 2nd team All-League honors. One curiosity on the Rage roster was the presence of 34-year old U.S. Olympic track & field legend Jackie Joyner-Kersee.
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