The team played home games at the Coliseum. The University of Richmond , which won the Atlantic 10 Conference regular-season crown two years ago, hopes to regain superiority within the conference and gain a postseason berth. Virginia Union had another fine season in the CIAA last year. The Panthers finished 8-2 overall and were second in the conference. Golf Richmond can be heaven for golfers looking to sharpen their skills, as it has 18 public courses.
Most clubs have specials and offer discounts to make playing a round of golf affordable.
The city also has its share of events for local players. The Richmond Golf Association and the Richmond Women's Golf Association have tournaments, which customarily are played in June. Richmond also offers the opportunity to watch players of advanced skill compete in tournaments. The state's top amateurs and club pro players competed July 20-23 in the Virginia State Open at Royal Virginia in Hadensville. May. The field consists of professionals looking to qualify for the Pro Golfers Association.