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A track star at a Portsmouth high school says she's innocent after video shows her allegedly hitting another runner during a track meet. Rocio Rivera has details.

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That's Alaila Everett, a track star and senior at I.C. Norcom High School telling WAVY the alleged baton hit was on accident. Video shows Everett seeming to hit an opponent while rounding a corner during the 4×200 meter relay during a meet last week. Everett gives this explanation.

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Everett and her family say they've been receiving tons of backlash. And the player that was hit has filed a protective order against Everett. I.C. Norcom High was also disqualified from the event. I'm RR.  
 
 
 
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Posted: 03/10/2025 11:10:56 ET ATL

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