'The Day Richmond Stood Still' documentary to premiere Nov. 17 on 50th anniversary of deadly plane crash

November 17, 1972 was a tragic day for the city of Richmond. Ten prominent men boarded a charter plane from Lexington to Hopkinsville to cheer Madison High Royal Purples in the Kentucky State ... > react

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USer Comment Ike. : We played Madison that year so I was wanting them to win it all so that our thrashing wouldn't look so bad. Fittest 29 players I've ever played. Monte Joe was a hell of a coach. I had heard ice on the wings brought the plane down. Mom is from Richmond so I follow Richmond sports more. 1 year ago > REPLY

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