02/18/2009 - 16:08
A Love of Music
by Paul Kingston
In a recent online feature for the magazine Spikes, LaShawn talked about his lifelong love of music, and his skill at playing the trumpet.
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02/10/2009 - 17:55
A Busy Offseason
by LaShawn Merritt
After the season, I pretty much just relaxed, just enjoyed myself. I had a great season, so enjoyed my six weeks off.
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01/27/2009 - 02:41
Lending a Leg
by Joe Luther
LaShawn was part of the team that took first-place in the 4x400 relay Saturday at the Hampton University Invitational.
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01/14/2009 - 22:05
A Message for Bolt
by Paul Kingston
If Usain Bolt thinks he is going to run the 400 meters and take the world title as easily as he took those for the 100 and 200 meters, it's time to think again.
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12/04/2008 - 13:19
Honored By Alma Mater
by Paul Kingston
LaShawn spent his afternoon Wednesday enjoying the company of high school students who are where he once was, and dream of going where he's gone.
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11/24/2008 - 13:08
Interview: World Athletics Gala
by Paul Kingston
At the recent World Athletics Gala, LaShawn -- in attendance for the event -- spoke with reporters about everything from post-Olympic life to his goals for the future.
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10/27/2008 - 15:58
Homecoming for LaShawn
by Eric Everett
This past Saturday, LaShawn was an honorary captain at Norfolk State's homecoming football game against Florida A&M -- an honor that meant a lot to the Virginian native.
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10/15/2008 - 17:54
Inspiring Children
by Eric Everett
At a recent visit to an school in Richmond, Virginia, an Olympic champion gave some children the thrill of their day, and a role model for the future.
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10/03/2008 - 18:25
Festival to Honor LaShawn
by Eric Everett
The town of Suffolk will be paying tribute to the pride of Virginia on Saturday at the annual Peanut Festival Parade. As reported by the Virginian-Pilot:
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09/18/2008 - 18:15
Parade for a Champion
by Paul Kingston
Portsmouth came out on Friday for the Olympic 400 meters champion, and LaShawn was all smiles and gratitude, as far as the eye could see.
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