Liam Griffin
Articles by Liam Griffin
‘King Kong vs. Godzilla’: Star-studded Maryland, Virginia lacrosse squads face off in Final Four
The Maryland and Virginia men's lacrosse teams know each other well -- both coaches say they're familiar with the other's strengths, strategies and stars. They also know what's at stake when the squads meet Saturday in the NCAA men's lacrosse championship semifinals: a national championship game berth. Published May 21, 2024
Dan Snyder upset after funding movie that negatively portrays Donald Trump: Report
Dan Snyder no longer owns the Washington Commanders, but that won't stop the billionaire from making waves. The former NFL owner invested in the movie "The Apprentice," and is now upset with how the film portrays Donald Trump, according to Variety. Published May 20, 2024
Bill Maher defends Butker’s speech: ‘I don’t see what the big crime is’
Bill Maher doesn't see a problem with Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker's May 11 commencement speech. Published May 20, 2024
Tyson Fury says his loss to Oleksandr Usyk was because of judges’ sympathies to plight of Ukraine
Oleksandr Usyk defeated Tyson Fury by split decision in Riyadh, Sadia Arabia, on Saturday night to become the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world. The defeated boxer said the judges only sided with Usyk, a Ukrainian, due to the ongoing war with Russia. Published May 19, 2024
Caitlin Clark’s debut draws 2.1 million viewers, highest WNBA rating since 2001
Basketball fans keep turning on their TVs to see Caitlin Clark. After shattering records throughout her college career at Iowa, the No. 1 draft pick drew 2.1 million viewers in her WNBA debut Tuesday. Published May 16, 2024
Commanders open season on road against Buccaneers, play two prime-time games
The NFL unveiled the full 2024 schedule on Wednesday night with a three-hour television special as the league continues its quest to dominate all 12 months of the sports calendar. Published May 15, 2024
NFL’s Christmas Day games to stream on Netflix
Live football is coming to Netflix. The NFL announced Wednesday that the streaming service will host two Christmas Day games this year. Published May 15, 2024
Batter up: Ted Leonsis still wants to buy Nationals from Lerners
The Lerner family says the Washington Nationals are no longer up for sale. That won't stop Ted Leonsis, who already owns the Washington Wizards and Capitals, from making an offer. Published May 15, 2024
Dan Quinn brings ‘different vibe,’ open communication to Commanders’ early workouts
Coach Dan Quinn and offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury said open communication is vital for Washington's new coaching staff. Published May 14, 2024
Communities across country reclaim Indian nicknames, iconography as pendulum swings back
When the Washington Commanders' Dan Quinn conducted a practice over the weekend wearing a T-shirt featuring an illustration of two feathers, social media exploded with speculation: Was the coach signaling a "Redskins" return? Published May 14, 2024
Jason Kelce says he ‘can virtually guarantee’ that he has CTE
Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce has stayed in the news since retiring from football in March. The media darling broke from his typical light-hearted nature when he mentioned that he may have chronic traumatic encephalopathy, a degenerative brain disease. Published May 14, 2024
Senator plans to block RFK Stadium legislation unless Commanders honor Indian logo designer
A bill to lease the RFK Stadium site to D.C. officials could be blocked by Sen. Steve Daines unless the Washington Commanders honor the artist who designed the team's former logo. Published May 14, 2024
Mystics move June 6 game against Angel Reese, Chicago Sky to Capital One Arena
The Washington Mystics need more seats. The team announced Tuesday that they are moving a June 6 game against rookie Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky to Capital One Arena due to increased demand. Published May 14, 2024
Mystics open highly-anticipated WNBA season with eyes on rebuild
The Washington Mystics, now five years removed from their championship season, open the highly-anticipated 2024 WNBA campaign on Tuesday with eyes on a rebuild. Published May 13, 2024
D.C. could become ‘best North American market’ within 25 years, Leonsis says
Washington Capitals and Wizards owner Ted Leonsis says the District's sports future is a bright one. Published May 13, 2024
Leonsis felt more relief than joy during Capitals’ Stanley Cup run
The Washington Capitals are now six years removed from their 2018 Stanley Cup run. Looking back, team owner Ted Leonsis said he couldn't appreciate the championship at the time. Published May 13, 2024
Quinn, rookies usher in new era for Commanders
Washington Commanders coaches demanded energy at this weekend's rookie minicamp. Published May 12, 2024
Atlanta Braves lose no-hitter with two outs against Mets in the ninth inning
The Atlanta Braves beat the New York Mets 4-1 on Saturday, but many winning fans went home disappointed. Atlanta's pitchers came within one out of completing the franchise's first no-hitter in 30 years. Published May 12, 2024
Commanders ready to hold rookie minicamp with focus on Daniels
Quarterback Jayden Daniels will strap on a burgundy-and-gold helmet for the first time at Washington Commanders rookie minicamp Friday. The three-day event features limited on-field work as first-year players adapt to their new team. Published May 9, 2024
NBA, NFL players trade barbs about swapping sports
NBA players think their NFL counterparts would embarrass themselves on the hardwood. NFL players think basketball stars wouldn't last a drive on the gridiron. Published May 8, 2024
