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All-gender bathrooms unveiled at pool in Annapolis
BALTIMORE -- The Annapolis Recreation and Parks unveiled two new all-gender bathrooms at the Kenneth R. Dunn Municipal Pool as Pride Month wraps up.The restroom doors are wrapped in a special design that signals "All are Welcome.".Annapolis officials are another step for the city to create a more inclusive environment at recreation and parks facilities."You didn't think Pride Month was going to end without Annapolis Recreation and Parks doing something special, did you?" Annapolis Recreation and Parks posted on social media.The ribbon-cutting event on Saturday also featured drag bingo, a deejay and prize giveaways.
Bowie teen makes history, now headed for Olympics in Paris
BOWIE, Md. — A Bowie teenager who doesn't even have a driver's license just made Olympic history. Quincy Wilson made Team USA for the Paris Olympic Games. At just 16 years old, he is the youngest U.S. male track & field athlete to make an Olympic team, according to Bill Mallon, an Olympics historian.
Hoops Recruiting Notes From The Trail
HYATTSVILLE, Md. – Things are starting to come into focus now after the June live periods in regards to Maryland Basketball recruiting. Here's what I saw and heard:. Chris Jeffrey, 6-2, PG, Mt. Zion Prep (Lanham, Md.): Yes, the staff is still recruiting Acaden Lewis, but that's the longest of longshots. They backed off Chance Mallory, and while Tyler Jackson could still be in the mix, all signs point to Jeffrey as being the point guard target in the '25 class.
Baltimore welcomes dragon boat racing back to Inner Harbor
If you visited the Inner Harbor over the weekend, you may have noticed some sea dragons as the Dragon Boat Race returns to Baltimore. The Baltimore Dragon Boat Club has hosted races since 2009, drawing competitors from all over for a series of events. Dragon boat racing is a team...
Maryland takes control of historic Pimlico Race Course as it prepares for makeover
BALTIMORE -- The state of Maryland has officially taken ownership of Baltimore's historic Pimlico Race Course as it plans to redevelop the venue.The Stronach Group transferred ownership on Monday to the state which will begin demolition to make Pimlico a year-round site for thoroughbred racing.All racing, training and wagering operations at the home of the Preakness Stakes will cease on Sept. 1. Site work and demolition is expected to start this fall.The 150th running of the Preakness Stakes will be held at Pimlico Race Course on May 17, 2025. The race will move to Laurel in 2026.Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed a measure in May to rebuild Baltimore's historic but antiquated race course and transfer the track to state control.Under the new law, Maryland can use $400 million in state bonds to rebuild the home of the second jewel of horse racing's Triple Crown.The process involves Maryland taking over control of the track, building a training center and eventually closing Laurel Park to shift full-time racing to Pimlico.The plan includes renovating the track surface and grandstand, adding additional stalls and a new training track, as well as redevelop the surrounding Park Heights neighborhood.
WJZ Sports Director Mark Viviano to retire from broadcast in July
BALTIMORE -- After 40 years on the job, WJZ-TV Sports Director Mark Viviano will be retiring from broadcasting. Viviano made the announcement to the public in a heartfelt video message on social media Monday, captioned, "With great gratitude, I share news of a career/life transition. 40 years in 100 seconds. Most grateful to God."Viviano spent 30 years in Baltimore, and the last 22 years at WJZ-TV. He says he'll be spending his retirement devoting time to his family and to what he calls "God's calling," helping those in need in the community through programs of the Catholic Church of Baltimore. "To anyone...
Football Player Capsules: Sean Williams
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 Washington, D.C., native Williams was a mid-three-star recruit out of St. John’s (Washington, D.C.) in the 2023 class.
Meet Kate Spraul of Rockbridge Academy
Swimmer Kate Spraul couldn’t get the National Club Swimming Association Spring Championships in Florida off her mind. Spraul, a senior at Rockbridge Academy in Crownsville, had already put together an outstanding list of accomplishments in her 10-year career. Swimming for the Naval Academy Aquatic Club, the 5-foot-9 Spraul won seven individual state championships in freestyle events and competed in the International Swim Coaches Association’s International Senior Cup Championships in Florida three times.
McInerney Named 2024 Water Polo Team Captain
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Navy water polo head coach Luis Nicolao announced that rising senior Liam McInerney (Annapolis, Md.) will be the team captain for the 2024 campaign. "Being team captain is an incredible opportunity and responsibility," McInerney stated. "It is an honor to be a part of Navy water polo in any capacity, and team captain is no different. Everyone plays an important role in making the team better, and, as captain, that does not change. I am excited for the awesome season ahead. Go Navy water polo!"
Former Auburn infielder Mariah Penta transfers to Maryland
Following the end of the season for Auburn softball, many moves have been made within the team’s roster as players are jumping in and out of the transfer portal. One of those players who entered the portal has now found a new home for her softball career. Mariah Penta...
Stephanie Milvain Named as Navy Rifle Team Captain
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Navy rifle head coach Mike Anti announced that rising senior Stephanie Milvain (Matthews, N.C.) has been selected by her teammates to serve as the Mids’ team captain for the 2024-25 season. “I’m extremely proud to be named team captain for the 2024-25 academic year,” Milvain stated. “Since I was recruited, I’ve seen the team develop into a tight knit family. I hope to lead each student-athlete to achieve their best. Go Navy, Beat Army!” Milvain, a three-year letter winner, has appeared in 37 matches over her first three seasons at Navy during which she has compiled averages…
Chesapeake City wins District 5 majors softball crown
ELKTON — Chesapeake City Little League’s majors softball team captured a District 5 title on Thursday evening in a 3-2 victory over North East Little League. The win came on the second day of the tournament finale, after knocking off North East 14-13 in walk-off fashion on Wednesday evening to force the “if” game. Chesapeake City will advance to the state tournament, which is set to begin on July 6 at Southern Maryland Little League Youth Organization in Pomfret. Below is a recap of the...
BRRC hosts yet another successful golf tournament
On a seasonably warm day with perfect weather, the Back River Restoration Committee assembled to hosted one of its highly cherished events to close out the month of June. BRRC’s 13th Annual Golf Tournament, held on June 28 at Rocky Point Golf Course in Essex, sold out once again. As it has been for the 12 prior events, the tournament fundraiser was a big draw, attracting nearly 150 participants. For...
HBCU hooper joins Million Dollaz Worth of Game TBT team
Million Dollaz Worth of Game, formerly known as Broad Street Birds will add a former HBCU hooper for its first ever TBT squad. The post HBCU hooper joins Million Dollaz Worth of Game TBT team appeared first on HBCU Gameday.
Bailey, Wagner Selected as 2024 Sprint Football Captains
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Navy sprint football coach Captain Carter Reading, USMC announced that rising seniors Andrew Bailey (Annapolis, Md.) and Luke Wagner (Edmond, Okla.) will be team captains for the 2024 campaign. Bailey will serve as the defensive captain, while Wagner will captain the offense. Entering his final season,...
Baltimore’s Women’s Classic celebrates its 49th annual 5k race
The Baltimore Women’s Classic, America’s second oldest women’s 5k race, started bright and early on June 23.The all-women’s 5k race sponsored by MedStar Health featured women from all walks of life who came to support women ranging in ages from 12 to 70. Participants came from...
USA Lacrosse Extends Training Camp Invitation to Navy’s Zach Hayashi
SPARKS, Md. — Rising Navy sophomore Zach Hayashi (North Potomac, Md.) is one of 42 players who has been named to USA Lacrosse's initial training team for the 2025 World Lacrosse Men's U20 Championship. Hayashi was among 77 players invited to the three-day tryout that concluded this past Sunday at USA Lacrosse headquarters in Sparks, Md.
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