Here’s Why Thursday Can Be Mystics’ Best Playoff Game in History

by Athena Liu | Aug 24, 2018 | Featured, Sports

WASHINGTON – It was less than a week ago that the Washington Mystics were forced to the edge by the Los Angeles Sparks, but Thursday at the Smith Center at George Washington University, the Mystics nailed one of the most dominant performances in team history, routing...

For Mystics, Every Moment at the Capital One Arena Is the Best Memory

by Athena Liu | Aug 19, 2018 | Featured, Sports

WASHINGTON — Clinching a win in the last regular season home game on Friday meant a lot to the Washington Mystics: Getting closer to a double bye in playoffs and taking the series against the Los Angeles Sparks. It also was a perfect departing shot as the team...

Washington Spirit Hopes to Draw More Soccer Fans at Audi Field

by Athena Liu | Aug 15, 2018 | Featured, Sports

WASHINGTON – Despite a dismal season and early elimination from the National Women’s Soccer League playoffs, the Washington Spirit hopes holding their last home game at the new D.C. United Audi Field will lure more fans to their sport. The Washington team, whose home...

University of Maryland Claims Responsibility for Football Player McNair’s Death

by Athena Liu | Aug 15, 2018 | Featured, Sports

COLLEGE PARK, Md. – University of Maryland President Wallace Loh on Tuesday admitted that the football team’s training staff misdiagnosed and incorrectly treated player Jordan McNair and accepted responsibility for McNair’s death in spring. At a press conference, Loh...

At its 50th edition, Citi Open keeps changing to serve the unchanged philosophy

by Athena Liu | Aug 3, 2018 | Featured, Sports

WASHINGTON – When the Citi Open debuted in July 1969, players competed on a clay court at Rock Creek Park with white balls and wood rackets. Famed tennis player Arthur Ashe was playing, but the stands could only hold 20 people. Players had to find their own...