The Virginia high school sprinter accused of smacking her opponent on the back of the head with a baton shouted at her younger competitor during the alleged attack, according to a report.

Alaila Everett said it was an accident but court records show she is now facing a potential assault and battery charge.

An I.C. Norcom High School athlete is facing charges after a track incident that went viral, according to Bethany Harrison, Commonwealth's Attorney for Lynchburg.