Liam Griffin
Articles by Liam Griffin
‘Caitlin Clark effect’ comes to D.C. as Mystics host Fever at Capital One Arena
The stands are packed, the TV ratings are through the roof and fans and pundits are obsessively dissecting the latest action on the airwaves and over social media. No, it's not the NFL. Published June 6, 2024
U.S. sees Copa America tuneup with Colombia at Commanders Field as dogfight
The U.S. men's soccer team will test itself against high-level competition on Saturday when it squares off against Colombia at Commanders Field in Landover. Published June 6, 2024
Commanders’ Quinn emphasizes communication after McManus allegations
Commanders coach Dan Quinn says he learned about the sexual assault allegations against kicker Brandon McManus on May 27 when ESPN first reported the news. The team released McManus on Sunday night, though an NFL investigation is ongoing. Published June 5, 2024
Wizards celebrate handing longtime NBA assistant Brian Keefe the reins
Brian Keefe doesn't like to talk about himself. He'd rather talk about his players, say those who have worked with the 48-year-old basketball coach. But Keefe didn't have much choice Tuesday when he was introduced as the man the Wizards are counting on to guide the team's young roster into the future. Published June 4, 2024
Commanders sign kicker Ramiz Ahmed to replace Brandon McManus
The Washington Commanders signed kicker Ramiz Ahmed on Tuesday, two days after releasing Brandon McManus. Published June 4, 2024
Low-revenue sports could be on the chopping block after $2.8 billion NCAA settlement
The proposed $2.8 billion House v. the NCAA settlement could mean painful decisions ahead for collegiate athletic directors nationwide -- many of whom are saying the landmark deal to pay college athletes may mean no money for smaller sports like swimming and track. Published June 3, 2024
Grayson Murray honored at UNC Health Championship with ceremonial final tee time
The last tee time at the Korn Ferry Tour's UNC Health Championship in Raleigh, North Carolina, Sunday was reserved for Grayson Murray. The 30-year-old wasn't there. He died by suicide last month, rattling the golf world. Published June 3, 2024
Commanders release kicker Brandon McManus after sexual assault allegations
The Washington Commanders released kicker Brandon McManus on Sunday night, less than a week after news broke that two women planned to sue the 32-year-old for alleged sexual assaults. Published June 2, 2024
Foul against Catilin Clark upgraded to flagrant, Angel Reese fined for skipping postgame interview
Saturday's game between the Chicago Sky and the Indiana Fever, the first WNBA matchup of college rivals Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark, set social media ablaze. Published June 2, 2024
Aaron Rodgers conspicuously passes on shaking Trump’s hand at UFC event
Just about everyone in a raucous New Jersey crowd of fight fans welcomed Donald Trump to UFC 302 Saturday night, but New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers, a few seats away from the former president at ringside, didn't seem to share the enthusiasm. Published June 2, 2024
Wife of Commanders owner Josh Harris says team name ‘sounds pretty good to me’
The Washington Commanders' name remains a hot topic two years after the team rebranded under former owner Dan Snyder. Marjorie Harris, the wife of current owner Josh Harris, weighed in on Wednesday. Published May 30, 2024
U.S. men’s soccer team opens D.C. area training camp with eyes on 2026 World Cup
The U.S. men's soccer team is accustomed to pressure -- it's the Washington region's heat and humidity that will take some getting used to. Published May 29, 2024
Wizards remove interim tag, hire Keefe as full-time coach
The Washington Wizards' search for a new coach didn't require the front office to look far and wide. The team awarded the role to interim coach Brian Keefe on Wednesday. Published May 29, 2024
Commanders’ name still unpopular among fans, poll finds
The Commanders' rebrand for Washington's NFL franchise hasn't grown on apprehensive fans after two years with the name, according to an April poll by The Washington Post. Published May 29, 2024
Notre Dame wins second consecutive lacrosse title with rout of Maryland
The Maryland men's lacrosse team fell back to Earth on Monday -- their unlikely postseason run ended with a 15-5 loss to Notre Dame in the national championship game. Published May 27, 2024
Mariners, led by 4 Rodriguez RBIs, escape sweep with win over Nationals
Julio Rodriguez helped the Seattle Mariners avoid a sweep against the Washington Nationals on Sunday with three hits and four RBIs in the 9-5 win. Published May 26, 2024
Former NFL star Antonio Brown files for bankruptcy, owes $3 million
Business is no longer booming for former NFL wide receiver Antonio Brown. The seven-time Pro Bowler has filed for bankruptcy and owes $3 million to creditors, according to the Times Union of Albany, New York. Published May 23, 2024
Chiefs’ quarterback, coach, owner’s wife defend Butker after commencement speech
Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker ruffled feathers with a conservative commencement speech at Benedictine College this month. Now coming to his defense are quarterback Patrick Mahomes, coach Andy Reid and Tavia Hunt, wife of the NFL champions' owner. Published May 23, 2024
Commanders to visit Dolphins for preseason joint practice in August
The Washington Commanders are headed south this offseason to Miami, where the team will join the Dolphins for a joint practice ahead of their Aug. 17 preseason matchup. Published May 22, 2024
Lombardi instilled, valued inclusivity in a time of widespread exclusion
Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker's recent remarks on abortion, gender roles and the looming national celebration of Pride Month were a reminder that sports inevitably reflect the controversies and complexities of the society around them. Published May 21, 2024
