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Maryland senator wants 'binding agreement' with Commanders about future of Commanders field in Prince Georges County
GREATER LANDOVER, Md. — With the Washington Commanders first pre-season game fast approaching, fans aren’t just focused on what happens on the field. They also want to know where owner Josh Harris is going to build the new stadium he’s been talking about. Now, WUSA9 has learned...
Maryland football lands Baltimore three-star OL
Maryland football kept the local momentum on the recruiting trail going late Tuesday night, as Baltimore (Md.) Milford Mill three-star offensive lineman Amory Hills announced his commitment to the Terps via social media. Hills chose the Terps over Penn State, Virginia Tech and West Virginia. The 6-foot-6, 310-pound Hills officially visited Maryland the weekend of June 14, taking in College Park after initially being set to take a visit to West Virginia. He officially visited Penn State the weekend of June 7 and officially took in Virginia Tech the weekend of June 21. Hills started for Milford Mills along the...
Hayfield football staffer flouts rules; Coach’s controversial past surfaces
This past Sunday, Brenden Hughes, a new wide receiver coach and passing game coordinator for the Hayfield Secondary School football team in Alexandria, tweeted at 4:36 p.m., urging student-athletes to “get some work Monday and Tuesday this week” with training at “$25 a session!”. The problem: as...
Maryland native Quincy Wilson potential race dates, times revealed for Paris Olympics
WASHINGTON (7News) — Bowie, Maryland native and Bullis School rising junior Quincy Wilson will be running in the 2024 Paris Olympics in either the mixed 4x400m relay on August 2 or men's 4x400m relay on August 9, according to a newly revealed track and field schedule. As a member...
Coach Joe Lee leads Bullis Track & Field into national prominence
WASHINGTON (7News) — Joe Lee is like a mad professor. The track is his laboratory. He's detail-oriented and leaves no stone unturned. Going into his 12th year at Bullis School, a private school in Potomac, Maryland, Lee has transformed the track and field program into a national power. Watch...
Football Player Capsules: Colby McDonald
Fall camp begins in August, and to preview the upcoming 2024 season we take a look at each scholarship player on Maryland’s roster, from jersey No. 0 to No. 99. RECRUITING: The class of 2021 recruit McDonald earned his first major offer from former recruiter Elijah Brooks and Maryland in 2019, and he was destined for the hometown school after that.
DC Little League softball team meets fundraiser goal in 24 hours
WASHINGTON — A trailblazing softball team from D.C. is making history and now thanks to the generosity from the community, they will get to compete in the World Series. The Mamie Johnson Little League Softball team is made up predominantly of Black girls from Wards 7 and 8. The team just won the DC 1 State Championship on June 22. Now, the next step in their journey is heading to Bristol, Connecticut, for the Little League World Series Mid-Atlantic Regional Tournament. The tourney includes teams from Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania.
Dozens of teams from across the country to compete in Maryland kickball tournament this weekend
UPPER MARLBORO, Md. — The variety of viewing possibilities on streaming platforms for sports fans seems never-ending, even for a game some may not have thought of in years. With the Orioles on the road this weekend, sports fans can head to Liberty Sports Park, in Upper Marlboro, for a blast from the past: kickball.
2024 Training Camp: 4 Washington Commanders Players Set for Redemption
In preparation for the 2024 season, the Washington Commanders are gearing up with a renewed sense of determination and competitiveness under Dan Quinn's leadership. As the team heads into training camp, the focus is on evaluating players and finalizing the roster amidst heightened competition following off-season acquisitions. Dan Quinn and...
Swim lessons throughout the DMV for children and adults
WASHINGTON - During this sizzling heat wave, there is no better way to cool down than a nice swim. For those that do not know how to swim, no need to fret, there are plenty of local places to start your swim lessons. Here are multiple locations across the DMV...
Softball Signs Washington Transfer Olivia Johnson
BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION – Texas A&M softball head coach Trisha Ford added catcher Olivia "Ojo" Johnson. The senior transfer has spent the previous three seasons at Washington. "Ojo is a great addition to our program, and we are happy to have her return to the Lone Star state," Ford said. "We needed to add an experienced catcher from the portal, Ojo has that experience collegiately and internationally. We are excited about her tools defensively and that she can add power to the lineup."
Historic Pimlico Race Course to Undergo Major Renovations, Maryland Takes Ownership Ahead of Upgrades
The Pimlico Race Course, steeped in the history of American horse racing, is slated to shut down operations on September 1, to undergo substantial renovations. This anticipated closure was confirmed in a Facebook post by the race course itself and is a part of the wider-reaching Pimlico Plus plan which received legislative approval earlier this year, according to WMAR2.
Alexandria’s Noah Lyles wins 200 meters in qualifier and will run two races in Paris Olympics
Alexandria native Noah Lyles won the 200 meters at the U.S. Olympic Trials on June 29, and will represent the U.S. in that race and the 100 meters in the upcoming Olympic games in Paris, France. The 26-year-old Lyles ran the 200 meters in 19.53 seconds — the fastest time...
Hagerstown's newest Little League is Maryland's District 1 10-12 champion
MAUGANSVILLE -- The newest Little League in Washington County won the 2024 Maryland District 1 10-12 Baseball championship on Tuesday. Trey Keatts had two hits and two RBIs, and Maddex Murray and Jaxon Shanholtz also had two hits as Hub City scored seven runs in the third inning and five in the fifth to defeat Halfway National 15-11 and win the title with a 3-0 record.
Football Player Capsules: Roman Hemby
Fall camp begins in August, and to preview the upcoming 2024 season we take a look at each scholarship player on Maryland’s roster, from jersey No. 0 to No. 99. RECRUITING: The hometown Terps were the John Carroll (Bel Air, Md.) product’s second major offer in February of 2020, and they were the favorites throughout.
Derek Thorn to Compete in the 45th Annual Cobblestone Hotels Slinger Nationals
Paul Shafer Motorsports is proud to announce that Derek Thorn, the renowned driver of the #7 El Bandido Yankee Tequila, Dynamic Metal Recycling, Fire Suppression Solutions, Fury, will be participating in the 45th Annual Cobblestone Hotels Slinger Nationals presented by Lynch Buick GMC of West Bend. This marks Thorn's third attempt at claiming victory in this prestigious event, showcasing his determination and skill on the track.
Georgetown Offseason Roster Check-In
The college basketball offseason is in full swing. The Georgetown Hoyas have not played a basketball game since March 13, nearly four months ago. The team crashed out of the Big East Tournament Opening Round in a 74-56 loss to Providence, ending the season with a 9-24 record with zero wins against Big East teams not named DePaul.
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