News: 2011 Wachovia Cup for Academic Winners Announced; Loudoun County 5th in Group AA

Special to VivaLoudoun via the Virginia High School League

Charlottesville (May 18, 2011) - A traditional powerhouse school, another repeat winner and one newcomer claimed top honors in the 2010-11 Wachovia Cup race for year-long success. In Group A Madison County captured its 15th consecutive title, while Group AA Harrisonburg and Group AAA Westfield earned Cup titles. Locally, Loudoun County High School took fifth overall in Group AA.

Madison County now has 17 Cups earned over an 18-year period, while Harrisonburg claimed its first title. Westfield returned to the top spot for the second straight year and won its third Cup in five years.

First awarded in 1990, the Wachovia Cup represents 22 years of excellence. Six cups are presented, one for academic activities and one for athletics in each of VHSL’s three enrollment classifications. The winners for athletics will be announced in June, following the completion of spring championships.