Category: Sports

There appears to be a discrepancy in the information Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick gave to police in relation to a shooting that occurred outside of a Virginia Beach nightclub on June 24. Quanis Phillips, a co-defendant in the dogfighting case that sent both Vick and Phillips to federal jail two years ago, was shot […]

The Washington Wizards aren’t expected to be major players in this year’s free agency bonanza, but they could position themselves for a run in the summer of 2011. After shedding several salaries at last February’s NBA trade deadline, maligned superstar Gilbert Arenas’ contract is the only major deal remaining on Washington’s roster. After agreeing in […]

The Washington Wizards are continuing to add weapons around their newly drafted star John Wall. Wizards President Ernie Grunfeld announced to NBA.com on June 29 that the team has acquired former No. 6 overall pick Yi Jianlian in a trade with the New Jersey Nets. The trade gives Washington a versatile 7-footer who can shoot […]

There’s a sports rivalry between Washington, D.C. and the city of Baltimore that can’t be captured by the professional leagues. The cities’ two football teams – the Washington Redskins and Baltimore Ravens – play nearly every preseason but meet only once every four years in the regular season due to NFL scheduling. Neither of the […]

For the American team, it was an opportunity to gain the revenge they’ve been seeking for four years. For Ghana, it was a chance to remain the only African nation still alive in the 19th FIFA World Cup. In the end, Ghana reached its goal, surviving with a 2-1 win to eliminate the United States […]

There’s no doubt the biggest winner of the 2010 NBA Draft is the Washington Wizards, who made premier prospect John Wall the fifth point guard in NBA history to be taken with the No. 1 overall pick. Wall has the potential to be one of the greatest floor generals to ever play the game, a […]

Outside the District’s Verizon Center on Friday, the scrolling JumboTron had one word: Wall. There were fans lined up behind bordering gates and a makeshift red carpet was bordered with wishful bystanders holding laminated signs. T-shirts, hats and posters all shared the single word: Wall. It seemed like a TMZ video clip highlighting a blockbuster […]

The Washington Wizards were one of the busiest teams at the NBA Draft June 24. Just hours before the draft began, the Wizards acquired former all-star guard Kirk Hinrich from the Chicago Bulls, along with the 17th overall pick, in exchange for cash. With the draft’s first overall pick, Washington took University of Kentucky star […]

One of the more memorable catchphrases from the past few years was heard when President Barack Obama announced, “Change has come to Washington,” after winning the 2008 presidential election. The phrase was catchy, rejuvenating and a source of inspiration for many desperately seeking signs of hope. After the Washington Wizards’ selection of Kentucky point guard […]

New Orleans Saints defensive back Usama Young certainly has a lot to celebrate, especially after earning an NFL Super Bowl ring in just his third season as a pro. But if you ask the Largo, Md. native, he’ll tell you that celebrating is the last thing on his agenda. Instead, he focused on reaching greater […]

It was an emotional roller coaster ride for USA throughout the first round of the 19th FIFA World Cup. But that ride ended on a high Wednesday, June 23, as the Americans edged Algeria, 1-0, in the final match of Group C. USA will now advance to the round of 16 as the winner of […]

Washington Redskins disgruntled defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth issued a statement today, declaring his plans to attend the team’s training camp when it starts July 29. Haynesworth drew the ire of several members associated with the organization after he skipped the team’s mandatory minicamp last week and allegedly demanded a trade. Haynesworth has been at an […]