Tip-off: Maryland vs. U-Conn.
For the second year in a row, the Terps open their season in Brooklyn against a high-profile opponent.
Playoff hopes
evaporate
TAKEAWAY | The Redskins squander a huge lead — and likely any division title or postseason aspirations.
Nene, Gortat face challenge
After stellar debut starting together in Philadelphia, the Wizards’ big men will face Brooklyn’s more imposing front line.
Episode 11: Hype and heartache
POST TV | Da’Shawn Hand’s uncle, high school legend Damone Boone, gives a reminder that NFL glory doesn’t away all top recruits.
Terps rested up for home stretch
Maryland begins the final third of its season still searching for bowl eligibility after hot start, cool middle.
Hokies’ Thomas a polarizing figure
The QB will set nearly every record Virginia Tech has at the position, yet many are calling for his benching.
Navy coach has fond Hawaii memories
But Ken Niumatalolo won’t let ties to Warriors get in the way of victory during Saturday’s game.
A ‘once in a lifetime’ player
Maryland’s Alyssa Thomas has used her versatility to become one of the nation’s top basketball players.
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Cavs’ get a new 1-2 punch
Anthony Gill and Malcolm Brogdon both sat out last basketball season for Virginia, but sparked the Cavs in practice.
The hazards of NFL coaching
Obsessive work habits leave little time for exercise or seeking healthy foods, but most likely won’t change.
What happened to the Ravens?
A season after storming to a Super Bowl win, Baltimore is still seeking to rediscover a winning formula.
Trip out west brings challenges
Washington will face top-notch opponents, plus old friends, while visiting Phoenix and Colorado.
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Terps men’s basketball ‘Pride’ sneakers
These Under Armour kicks have, um, a lot going on.”
Jim Vance’s Redskins jacket
The longtime NBC4 anchor apparently wore the same jacket the last time he visited the Metrodome, way back in 1992.”
Teacher’s basketball physics lesson
David Hovan’s teaching method earned his class a visit from the Harlem Globetrotters. ”
Wizards Courage program
The Wizards will be selling the “Courage” caps to benefit the TAPS programs. ”
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Westfield takes 6A North in overtime win.
Rachael Ulsh scored twice to lead the Bulldogs past Fairfax.
The loss in photos
GALLERY | A 13-point lead built on a strong start withers in the second half at the Metrodome.
Tony Dorsett diagnosed with signs of CTE
Degenerative brain disease that has been linked to head trauma strikes the Cowboys Hall of Famer.
Century holds off No. 1 Glenelg
Sami Bilaozynski in double-OT to seal the win for Century and end top-ranked Glenelg’s season.
River Hill heads to state semifinal with overtime win
Two goals from Sheridan Street put the Hawks ahead of Centennial in the 3A East region final.
Flint Hill sweeps Holy Cross for City Championship
The Huskies defeated the Tartans, 25-10, 25-18, 25-14, Monday evening in Bladensburg.
No. 5 St. Stephen’s/St. Agnes claims ISL field hockey title with 3-0 win over Holton-Arms
After a scoreless first half, Saints freshman Olivia Gilliam scored twice in five minutes to lead the Saints to victory on Sunday afternoon at Episcopal high School in Alexandria.
Scenes from Redskins’ win
A pictorial look at Sunday’s big win for Washington, giving the Redskins a 3-5 record.
Good Counsel claims back-to-back WCAC titles
The Falcons win, 1-0, against O’Connell for conference championship.
DeMatha holds off Gonzaga for the WCAC boys’ soccer title
Arion Assue’s 20th goal of the year makes the difference for the seventh-ranked Stags.
No. 4 Lake Braddock blows by No. 18 South County, 45-21
Bruins capitalize on turnovers, field goals in wild shootout win over the Stallions on Friday night in Burke.
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Madison dominates in 6A North Liberty District conference finals
The Warhawks won all three games in commanding win over the Patriots.
Episode 11: Hype and heartache
Damone Boone, Da’Shawn Hand’s uncle and former prep legend in Virginia, serves as a reminder that NFL glory does not await all top high school recruits. Meanwhile, Da'Shawn and the Woodbridge Vikings face a key road test with playoff implications.
Minnesota protesters call for Redskins name change
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered outside the Minneapolis Metrodome, as the Washington Redskins were playing inside. The demonstrators called for the Redskins to change their name, saying it's racist.
Madison dominates in 6A North Liberty District conference finals
The Warhawks won all three games in commanding win over the Patriots.
Westfield pulls out an overtime win in the 6A Regional Finals against Fairfax
The Bulldogs came back from a 1-0 deficit with seven minutes left, and go on to win in overtime.
Time-lapse of Russian Soyuz rocket Launch
Time-lapse video shows the rocket carrying the Olympic torch preparing and launching from the Russian-operated Baikonur cosmodrome in Kazakhstan.
Dolphins’ Incognito 'trying to weather the storm'
Suspended Miami Dolphins player Richie Incognito says he's "trying to weather the storm" as the NFL investigates allegations he bullied teammate Jonathan Martin.
Dorsey balances Good Counsel and national team commitments
Senior All-Met Imani Dorsey directs the Falcons offense despite missing two weeks of the season to attend a U.S. U-18 national team camp.
Olympic torch journeys into space
A three-man crew successfully carried the Olympic torch aboard the International Space Station on Thursday.
The story of the man for whom the Redskins are named
As a child, Barry Zientek of Reading, Pa., spent time with the Washington Redskins' namesake, Lone Star Dietz. He shares a bit of Dietz's celebrated - and controversial - history.
What has NFL become?
COLUMN | A popular sport may come undone by a growing list of confidence-shaking problems.
Just call Sunday a win for the ages
COLUMN | Nobody’s going to forget this one. But just how large the memory becomes depends on what this team makes out of it.
An easy hire to defend
COLUMN | Nats Manager Matt Williams makes it clear in his introductory news conference that glove work will matter.
Capitals never make it easy
COLUMN | Washington has gotten itself on a bit of a roll, but now the key is building off of that momentum.
Top players can’t talk a good game
COLUMN | Controlling coaches don’t let them say much, so what they do say can be foolish.
- Saturday: Cavs routed | Hokies fall | Mids denied
What’s old is rare again
COLUMN | In college basketball, the same schools are at the top, but the players aren’t around for long.
Giving yourself the boot
COLUMN | Bad calls are a fact of life in Little League baseball, but biting one’s tongue is a trickier affair.
Learning the wrong lessons
COLUMN | The NFL tried to send a message to Brandon Meriweather, but something got lost in translation.
Redskins pass on chance
COLUMN | Washington wasted its shot against Denver by abandoning what it did best: running the ball.
NFL’s hostile
environment
COLUMN | Richie Incognito’s horrific treatment of Jonathan Martin demands action from the league.
Not seeing his progression
COLUMN | Like most second-year players, Robert Griffin III has a lot to learn; the question is whether he realizes that.
Promising gold, delivering mold
COLUMN | Big-time college football distracts with lucrative TV deals, but few schools can afford their bills.
Playoff hopes
evaporate
TAKEAWAY | The Redskins squander a huge lead — and likely any division title or postseason aspirations.
Building an Otto-less Empire
COLUMN | Hoyas hoops must cope with the loss of a star; Coach John Thompson III has been there before.
A season that can still be salvaged
THE TAKEAWAY | If Redskins keep running, RGIII looks off defenders and Brian Orakpo plays big, they could finish strong.
Wise: Too much is on RGIII
When Robert Griffin III has to do too much, he is going to come that much closer to getting seriously hurt again.
Avoid the euphoria, it’s one win
COLUMN | Washington’s victory over the Chargers could be a season-changer, but it’s way too early to know.
On the wrong side
Wise: NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell takes a misguided stand on franchise’s nickname.
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A father figure says goodbye
Tal Bayer has built the rugby team at a public charter school into one of D.C.’s unlikeliest success stories.
A swing of beauty
At 20 years old, Nats slugger Bryce Harper has a swing that could someday put him in the company of legends.
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