Game-time change: D.C. United face delayed start against Sporting KC
Feature photo courtesy of Tony Quinn Thunderstorms delayed D.C. United’s trip to Sporting Kansas City Thursday evening. The team had to spend the night at Read More
Month: May 2016
Trimble withdraws from NBA Draft, will return for junior season
Feature photo courtesy of UMTerps.com The wait is over for Maryland Terrapins fans. After much deliberation and with just two hours to spare, Maryland point Read More
D.C. United disappointed after stoppage-time loss to Philadelphia
Feature photo courtesy of Tony Quinn. The match between the Philadelphia Union and D.C. United showcased the importance of playing all 90 minutes of soccer. Read More
D.C. United puts friendship aside for business in Philly
Feature photo courtesy of Tony Quinn. D.C. United heads to Philadelphia for MLS Rivalry Week. Due to their close proximity, United has found a friendly Read More
Ravens’ Brandon Williams fights childhood obesity on Capitol Hill
Feature photo courtesy of Thibous. As obesity becomes an even greater problem in the United States, Congress is looking for new solutions to tackle the Read More
D.C. United dominates the Red Bulls in a full team performance
Feature photo courtesy of Tony Quinn. A force awakened within D.C. United during Star Wars night Friday against the New York Red Bulls. United put Read More
Stefan Touani: ‘They can’t measure my heart’
Feature photo courtesy of Oxon Hill Athletic Department. Stefan Touani is a 6-foot-3, 278-pound wall of a human being – he could thrive as a Read More
D.C. United sees a quick turnaround against Red Bulls as a ‘lucky’ opportunity
Photo courtesy of Tony Quinn. After a disappointing 2-0 loss to New York City FC last Sunday, D.C. United faces a quick turnaround and a Read More
Saquan Singleton has his eye on the prize
Feature photo courtesy of Christian Wilson. Saquan Singleton has been surrounded by violence and chaos much of his life, but he hasn’t let that get Read More
Coach Durkin talks Maryland football with journalism students
Feature photo courtesy of Maryland Athletics. Maryland’s new head football coach DJ Durkin met with aspiring journalists to talk sports and football Tuesday afternoon inside Read More
Defensive back Josh Woods rising up at Maryland
Feature photo courtesy of Maryland Athletics. Josh Woods, a defensive back at the University of Maryland, came to the school as a converted wide receiver Read More
L.G. Gill transfers to Maryland
Feature photo courtesy of Maryland Athletics. Forward L.G. Gill will play his last year of college basketball at the University of Maryland and is eligible Read More
Wizards Get Their Man in Scott Brooks
The Washington Wizards got their man when they announced Scott Brooks as their new head coach on April 26. “Scott was our top candidate and Read More
Marlon Menjivar Jr.: Like father, like son
Feature photo courtesy of Edgar Blanco. Marlon Menjivar Jr., son of a Salvadoran legend, has begun to follow in his father’s footsteps. Marlon Menjivar, played Read More
Juan de la O’: Quiet but driven
Juan de la O’, 17, is a kid of few words. His coach sees professional potential but for now his eyes are on college. De Read More
The Cavaliers and Their Collision Course with Destiny
The Cleveland Cavaliers completed a series sweep of the Atlanta Hawks on Sunday to put them through to the Eastern Conference Finals. They will face Read More
Collin Smith: Following in his father’s footsteps
Feature photo courtesy of Collin Smith. Collin Smith was born into the game of football. His father played high school football in Ohio and later Read More
Dave Joerger to the Kings?
On May 7, Memphis Grizzlies General Manager Chris Wallace announced that Dave Joerger will not be the head coach moving forward. On May 8, Joerger emerged Read More
Ryan Lezzer: Clearfield’s star
Feature photo courtesy of Ryan Lezzer. Growing up in Clearfield, Pennsylvania, means football will always be a part of Ryan Lezzer’s life. “The town I’m Read More
Beau English shows interest in service academies
Feature photo courtesy of James Brunner. Beau English knows a thing or two about winning. A pro-style quarterback, English led DeMatha Catholic to its third Read More
Tony Latiff: From Panama to IMG Academy
Feature photo courtesy of IMG Academy/Casey Brooke-Lawson Tony Latiff’s figurative road to playing high school football at IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida, spanned over 1,000 Read More
Hasahn French: Taking time with his decision
At 6’7’’ and 220 pounds, Hasahn French is a physical power forward who can play tough defense and rebound the ball well. French helped lead Read More
Live Blog: NYCFC vs D.C. United
D.C. United hosts NYCFC for a Mother’s Day matchup Sunday, May 8 at 7:30 p.m. Follow all of the action with The Left Bench’s live Read More
Cooper Swanson: The next great Vanderbilt shortstop
Feature photo courtesy of Duane Richard Swanson Jr. Vanderbilt, one of the top college baseball programs in the country, has found perhaps its shortstop of the Read More
Andrew Platek: Playing for more than a scholarship
Feature photo courtesy of Andrew Platek. Northfield, Massachusetts native Andrew Platek has had a ball in his hands ever since he was three years old. Whether Read More