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Former Olympian, Maryland native Dominique Dawes reflects on U.S. women's gymnastics team's progress
SILVER SPRING, Md. — Maryland has produced its fair share of Olympic athletes. One of the most notable, is gymnast Dominique Dawes. She started in gymnastics at 6 years old, with no idea how far she would go or the barriers she would break down for future generations. "I'm...
Grant & Danny respond to a Tweet about RFK not being the optimal location for a new Commanders stadium
Someone Tweeted to Grant saying they don’t think RFK is the optimal site for the next Commanders stadium, and GP and Danny had to go through the reasons given one by one - and they agreed with some?
Washington region well-represented in Paris
Their athletic journeys have taken them from the District, Maryland and Virginia to Paris. More than two dozen athletes with ties to the region will compete on the biggest stage in sports at the Paris Olympics over the next two weeks.
2024 Paris Olympics athlete profile: Helen Maroulis | Wrestling
Helen Maroulis is no stranger to making history. She seeks to become the first American women’s wrestler to win three Olympic medals after having won gold in 2016 and bronze in Tokyo. Maroulis started wrestling at age 7 and became the only Maryland public school wrestler to become an...
Michael Locksley, Brian Ferentz, and Grandma’s chocolate chip cookie recipe
INDIANAPOLIS — For Maryland head coach Michael Locksley, expanding the room is never something to shy away from. Whether that’s hiring more minority head coaches such as Michigan’s Sherrone Moore, adding new West Coast squads to the Big Ten, or hiring Brian Ferentz to his staff as an offensive analyst.
Football Player Capsules: Trevor Szymanski
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: Szymański, the younger brother of Maryland tight end AJ Szymanski, was a mid-level three-star recruit out of Loyola (Towson, Md.) in the 2024 class.
Former Churchland High star Kenny Gallop Jr. ‘still hungry’ after breakout season with Howard University
NORFOLK — Before each season, Howard University defensive back Kenny Gallop Jr. puts together a checklist of things that he wants to accomplish. “I always have like a goal list that motivates me,” said Gallop, who starred at Churchland High in Portsmouth. “I have some on my phone when I wake up. I have some in my locker. So it’s always there as motivation.” Last season, Gallop accomplished ...
July 25: Peterson's pitching and middle inning magic lead Akron past Bowie 6-3
Akron RubberDucks (16-8, 53-40) 6, Bowie Baysox (11-13, 43-49) 3. WP: Austin Peterson (4-1) LP: Bradley Brehmer (2-2) Save: Magnus Ellerts (1) Austin Peterson fired seven strong innings as the Akron RubberDucks strike for six in the middle innings to down the Bowie Baysox 6-3 on Thursday night at Canal Park.
Md. Olympic medalist Dominique Dawes honored with sculpture in Silver Spring
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (7News) — Three-time Olympic medalist Dominique Dawes was honored Tuesday with a sculpture in her hometown of Silver Spring, Maryland, recognizing her multiple appearances on the international stage. Watch the ceremony below:. Days before 25 DMV residents take part in the 2024 Paris Olympic games, dozens...
July 23: Bowie's big eighth sinks Akron 6-5 on Splash Day
Bowie Baysox (10-12, 42-48) 6, Akron RubberDucks (15-7, 52-39) 5. WP: Lincoln Henzman (2-2) LP: Davis Sharpe (3-2) Save: Wandisson Charles (1) Despite Akron rallying from 2-0 deficit to take a 3-2 lead, the Bowie Baysox scored four in the eighth to beat the Akron RubberDucks 6-5 on Tuesday afternoon at Canal Park.
Football Player Capsules: Dylan Gooden
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: Gooden was a four-star recruit out of Wilde Lake (Columbia, Md.) in the 2023 class. The son of MLB All-Star Doc Gooden, Dylan Gooden was at Good Counsel (Olney, Md.
Terps In Athletes Unlimited: Week One Recap
SPARKS, MD - The fourth year of the Athletes Unlimited Professional Women's Lacrosse League hosted the first six games of the 2024 season this past weekend. Eight former Terps competed during the first week of competition. The second week of games begins on Thursday, July 25. Maryland has players on...
NCAA Rewind: Tillman, Maryland Maxed Out
Before USA Lacrosse Magazine looks ahead to what’s to come in 2025 — look out for our NCAA Way-Too-Early Top 25 rankings later this summer — our team of staff and contributors decided it was worth taking a last look at the 2024 college lacrosse season. To...
3-star C Seal Diouf commits to Georgetown
Seal Diouf, a three-star center in the 2025 class, has committed to Georgetown and head coach Ed Cooley, he told On3. The 6-foot-8 big man from the Dunn School (CA) is originally from the Netherlands. He broke down his decision in an interview with On3. So, why Georgetown? “Choosing Georgetown was a combination of many […] The post 3-star C Seal Diouf commits to Georgetown appeared first on On3.
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