Running back Aveon Cobb (right) celebrating his touchdown with Brooks Randolph (left) in St. James' 28-20 victory over St. Frances Academy on Saturday, Oct. 9 in Manassas, Virginia. (Skylar Nelson / WINsports) The St. James Academy Strivers (Springfield, Virginia) overcame a 17-point deficit to defeat the St. Frances Academy Panthers (Baltimore, Maryland), 28-20, in Manassas, Virginia on Saturday, Oct. 9. The thrilling victory lifted the Strivers to No. 8 in the week eight SC

Commanders' quarterback Jayden Daniels looking to make a play as he dodges Giants' defenders in the team's 27-27 game-tying overtime thriller at Northwest Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 11. (Abdullah Konte / WINsports) The New York Giants may have walked away with a celebrated 27-27 tied finish as they remain atop the NFC East. But for Washington, the tied finish was gut-wrenching as clock management struggles proved to be costly, playing a pivotal role in a frustrating outcome that

Commanders' quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis looking to make a play in Washington's 30-13 loss to the Indianapolis Colts in week four, at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London on Sunday, Oct. 4. (Abdullah Konte / WINsports) The Washington Commanders injury problems worsened on Sunday in the team's 30-13 loss to the Indianapolis Colts in London. Washington entered the London matchup without starting quarterback Jayden Daniels, who was sidelined with an elbow injury after week two

The Washington Mystics and Atlanta Dream tip-off game two in the first-round of the WNBA Playoffs at CareFirst Arena on Wednesday, Oct. 1. (Jonae Guest/WINsports) The Washington Mystics’ playoff run came to an end Wednesday night, as the Atlanta Dream defeated Washington 93-75 at CareFirst Arena to complete a 2-0 sweep in the first round of the WNBA playoffs. On the brink of elimination after a 92-77 loss to Atlanta in game one, the Mystics returned home with one final opport

Chris Souvenir / WINsports The Washington Wizards enter the 2026–27 season at a pivotal turning point in the franchise. After three consecutive seasons of intentional rebuilding, Washington finally has the kind of roster that can make the franchise’s next chapter into something meaningful. A foundation built on growth, a team worth believing in, and, perhaps, most importantly, a reason for basketball fans across the DMV to feel excited again. The Wizards ended last season wit

Commanders defense celebrating an interception made by linebacker Sonny Styles' in the Commanders 33-31 home-opening victory on Sunday, Sept. 27 at Northwest Stadium. (Marcus Relacion / WINsports) The Washington Commanders returned to Northwest Stadium on Sunday for a rainy home opener against the reigning Super Bowl champion, Seattle Seahawks. Despite entering Week three shorthanded, Washington delivered a complete performance, defeating Seattle 33-31 to earn its first victo

Jonae Guest / WINsports The Washington Mystics closed out the 2026 regular season on a high note, defeating the Chicago Sky 101-93 at Capital One Arena. The victory gave the Mystics a franchise record of 28 wins, finishing second in the Eastern Conference Division. Guard Sonia Citron led Washington with 21 points, while forwards Kiki Iriafen and Michela Onyenwere each added 16 points. The victory marked the Mystics' return to Capital One Arena for a season finale, after last

Mystics guard Cotie McMahon looking to drive past a defender in Washington's 79-69 victory over the Connecticut Sun at CareFirst Arena on Tuesday Sept. 22. (Jonae Guest / WINsports) The Washington Mystics made franchise history Tuesday night, while strengthening their position in the playoff race. Washington defeated the Connecticut Sun 79-69 to earn its 27th win of the season. The victory set a new franchise record, surpassing the previous mark established by the 2019 champi

Jonae Guest / WINsports The Washington Mystics open their post-FIBA-break schedule in dominant fashion Thursday night, cruising past the Chicago Sky 110-80 at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. Washington remained in control of the game from start to finish. The Mystics defense provided unstoppable pressure that forced the Sky into 16 turnovers. Washington was able to convert those mistakes into 22 points. The Mystics managed to shoot 55% from the field and led by as many a

Jonae Guest / WINsports Howard University volleyball dropped their third consecutive match Thursday night, falling 3-0 (26-24, 25-11, 25-19) to district rival, Georgetown University's Lady Hoyas at Burr Gymnasium. The loss moved the Bison to 1-9 on the season, marking just one match victory through their first 10 contests. The Howard Lady Bison came close to taking the opening set, rallying from a 23-20 deficit to even the score at 24-24 before the Georgetown Lady Hoyas claim

Abdullah Konte / WINsports College and high school football is taking shape across the D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) area. College football enters week three this weekend, while high school football teams take the field under the Friday night lights. From crucial early-season tests to thrilling conference or local matchups, there is plenty for DMV football fans to be excited about as the region takes the field. Here's everything you need to know about Week 3 of DMV colle

Commanders' running back Jacory "Bill" Croskey-Merritt breaks through the line to get a first down, in the team's 24-22 week one loss to the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday Sept. 13. (Abdullah Konte / WINsports) The Washington Commanders kicked off the 2026 NFL season falling 24-22 on the road Sunday against NFC East rival, the Philadelphia Eagles, at Lincoln Financial Field. Washington looked to mount a late comeback but ultimately fell two yards short in their season opener.

The U.S. Open Men's Singles draw has been filled with thrilling moments, and the quarterfinals continued that excitement with two dramatic victories from American stars Francis Tiafoe and Ben Shelton.

Skylar Nelson / WinSports The Howard Bison managed to erase a 20-point deficit against the No. 23 Richmond Spiders, rallying to the pull together a one-touchdown score game. However, it was two costly special teams mistakes that ultimately kept Howard from completing the comeback, as they fell 28-21 to Richmond in their home opener on Saturday at Greene Stadium. After being held scoreless in the first half, Howard sparked their comeback rally when linebacker Gabe Stephens rec

Terps running back Dejuan Williams breaking a tackle against Hampton Pirates defender, in Maryland's 62-0 victory at SECU Stadium on Sept. 5, 2026. (Abdullah Konte / WinSports) The Maryland Terps opened the 2026 season in dominant fashion Saturday night, blowing past the Hampton Pirates 62-0 at SECU Stadium. The 62 points were Maryland's most in a game since 2021, as a breakout rushing performance and suffocating defensive effort powered the Terps to their 19th consectutive