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From: Virginian-Pilot (Norfolk, VA)
Date: 20060602
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Byline: Larry Rubama

Jun. 2--NORFOLK -- Marlon Woods expects a large contingent of family and friends to support him at the Group AAA state track and field meet this weekend at Todd Stadium in Newport News. Woods, a Booker T. Washington High School senior, is attempting to become the first Group AAA male athlete to win the long, triple and high jumps at a state outdoor meet. Only Calvin Talford of Castlewood, a Group A school, accomplished the feat in 1987 and 1988. Unfortunately, one of Woods' biggest fans won't be there. His stepfather, Colos Ricks, will be home ...

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