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Mids have come to rely on Reynolds

Freshman quarterback Keenan Reynolds has turned Navy’s season around after a rough start and could be the Mids’ ace in the hole against Army.

Momentum hits wall in Atlanta

Former Wizard DeShawn Stevenson buries five three-pointers as the Hawks build an 18-point lead and hold on to beat Washington for the 10th consecutive time.

Hoyas kick past Terps

Georgetown’s Steve Neumann records a hat trick, but Hoyas surrender a pair of two-goal leads and head to overtime tied at 4-4 before overcoming Maryland with a 4-3 edge in penalty kicks.

Terps tempering expectations

Terps tempering expectations

Seven consecutive wins after a season-opening loss to Kentucky has optimism spiking in College Park, but Coach Mark Turgeon is keeping it all in perspective.

Hokies blazing a new trail

Hokies blazing a new trail

First-year Coach James Johnson has Virginia Tech off to its best start in 30 years, but the Hokies have yet to crack the Top 25.

Hoyas reserves to get their shot

Hoyas reserves to get their shot

With four lightly regarded opponents lining up for No. 15 Georgetown, the team’s substitutes will see plenty of action over the next two weeks.

D.C. Sports Bog &
The Early Lead

P.G. exec ups ante on Ravens-Redskins bet

And now, here's grown men being silly.”

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Fans at Verizon Center chant ‘Fire Bettman’

Some fans did not find last night's AHL showcase a suitable replacement for NHL action. ”

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Short headline

The rookie running back reveals his run-in with a foot wear obsessed animal. ”

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Feinstein: Williams told me he would take Wizards job

D.C. SPORTS BOG | In radio segment, columnist says former Maryland basketball coach said he’d take the Wizards head coaching job if asked.”

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 Dan Steinberg

Sports photo galleries

NBA power rankings

Michael Lee evaluates the best teams in the National Basketball Association.

A life spent proving he belongs

Redskins offensive coordinator deals with skepticism that accompanies being a coach’s son.

No. 6 Magruder upsets No. 4 DeMatha

Colonels get 22 from senior J.J. Epps in season-opening win.

NFL power rankings Week 13

Mark Maske assesses the league’s top teams.

Redskins vs. Giants

The Washington Redskins outlast the New York Giants, 17-16.

No. 7 Douglass falls to Middletown in Maryland 2A title game

Eagles lose 2A championship to Knights for second straight season.

Briar Woods beats Courtland, 45-15

Senior running back Cory Colder scores four touchdowns to help Falcons advance to their third straight state championship game.

Wisecaptures Maryland 4a state championship with 12-7 victory over Quince Orchard

A PG County school captures a state title for the first time since 2006.

NBA power rankings

Michael Lee evaluates the best teams in the National Basketball Association.

River Hill takes Maryland 3A crown

The Hawks hold off Huntingtown, 18-14, to win their second straight Maryland 3A football title.

NFL power rankings Week 12

Mark Maske assesses the league’s top teams.

Oakton beats No. 4 Westfield

Oakton upset No. 4 Westfield, 23-16, in the Va. Northern Region Div. 6 title game.

Sports videos

Terps Insider Prewitt sits down with Maryland guard Logan Aronhalt

Terps Insider Prewitt sits down with Maryland guard Logan Aronhalt

Terps Insider Alex Prewitt sits down with Maryland guard Logan Aronhalt.
Good Counsel standouts get All-American jerseys

Good Counsel standouts get All-American jerseys

Good Counsel standouts Dorian O’Daniel and Kendall Fuller receive their jerseys to participate in the 2013 U.S. Army All-American Bowl.
Capitals fans frustrated over the NHL lockout

Capitals fans frustrated over the NHL lockout

VIDEO | The NHL season, which was supposed to start in October, remains in a lockout between the owners and players, leaving many fans frustrated.
Magruder beats DeMatha, 69-65

Magruder beats DeMatha, 69-65

Senior guard J.J. Epps helped lead the way for the Colonels with big game.
Sidwell knocks off Episcopal

Sidwell knocks off Episcopal

Josh Hart scored 25 points to lead Sidwell Friends past Episcopal, 61-51.
Bold predictions for Redskins-Ravens game — Post Sports Live

Bold predictions for Redskins-Ravens game — Post Sports Live

The Post Sports Live crew offers bold predictions for the Redskins game against the AFC North-leading Baltimore Ravens on Sunday at FedEx Field.
Washington-Lee’s Seff hits buzzer beater in overtime

Washington-Lee’s Seff hits buzzer beater in overtime

Washington-Lee’s Alex Seff, a 6-foot sophomore guard, hit a half court buzzer beater in overtime to down Westfield 77-74. Seff scored six of his eight points in overtime.
Will the Redskins win the NFC East? — Post Sports Live

Will the Redskins win the NFC East? — Post Sports Live

The Washington Post’s Jason Reid, LaVar Arrington, and Dan Steinberg debate whether the Redskins or Giants are more likely to win the NFC East following the Redskins’ victory over the first-place Giants on Monday Night Football.
Video: Previewing the season

Video: Previewing the season

Hoops guru Brandon Parker sits down with B.J. Koubaroulis to discuss the top teams, players and story lines this season.
More indispensable to Redskins offense: Garçon or Morris? — Post Sports Live

More indispensable to Redskins offense: Garçon or Morris? — Post Sports Live

The Post Sports Live crew debates whether rookie running back Alfred Morris or veteran wide receiver Pierre Garçon is more indispensable to the Redskins’ offense down the stretch of the season.

Thomas Boswell

Thomas Boswell

For Nats, the price is right

OPINION | Dan Haren and Denard Span signings show Nationals executing short- term plan without mortgaging future.

Thomas Boswell

Thomas Boswell

Falling into place

OPINION | Even when RGIII fumbles, good things happen as the Redskins win their third straight game.

Thomas Boswell

Thomas Boswell

Nationals can run the options

OPINION | The trade for center fielder and leadoff hitter Denard Span creates economic and lineup flexibility for the Nationals.

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John Feinstein

John Feinstein

Majerus, basketball’s clown prince

Rick Majerus had a one-liner for everything and the coaching skills to match.

John Feinstein

John Feinstein

Wizards need Gary Williams

OPINION | To escape their spiral, the Washington Wizards need to think outside the coaching box.

John Feinstein

John Feinstein

Last, but certainly not East

OPINION | To survive football-driven expansion, Big East needs to focus on a return to its hoops roots.

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Tracee Hamilton

Tracee Hamilton

Kobe’s the greatest, until the next one

OPINION | When it comes to hyperbole, televised sports is the greatest medium of all time.

Tracee Hamilton

Tracee Hamilton

End the NHL lockout

OPINION | I miss the Capitals and so does the D.C. sports scene. It’s time for the NHL to save its season.

Tracee Hamilton

Tracee Hamilton

Maryland’s Turgeon, Mason’s Hewitt dealing with youthful exuberance

OPINION I In their second seasons, coaches Mark Turgeon and Paul Hewitt are relying on young players.

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Sally Jenkins

Sally Jenkins

Redskins are alive and kicking

OPINION | The Redskins separate from the Eagles and the Cowboys in the NFC East, with the first-place Giants up next.

Sally Jenkins

Sally Jenkins

QBs begin rivalry with epic battle

OPINION | New York’s quarterback, in his prime, has just enough to beat Washington’s up-and-coming star.

Sally Jenkins

Sally Jenkins

Ref debacle exposes NFL’s arrogance

OPINION | Roger Goodell has failed the league by not having adequate replacements while locking out the referees.

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Jason Reid

Jason Reid

Redskins building with blocks

OPINION | Resurgent offensive line has paved the route to success for Robert Griffin III and Alfred Morris.

Jason Reid

Jason Reid

QB’s supporting cast steps up

ANALYSIS | Robert Griffin III gets help from the defense, offensive line and the team’s top playmakers.

Jason Reid

Jason Reid

Wizards’ issues start with draft

OPINION | President Ernie Grunfeld and the Wizards are committed to building through the draft, but appear to have little clue how to properly go about it.

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Face of the franchise

Robert Griffin III’s first season: his adjustment to the NFL, his assimilation into D.C. and his emergence as a leader.

‘Faster, Higher, Stronger.’

A closer examination of the first word in the Olympic motto.

2012 Spring All-Met

Honoring the area’s best in baseball, softball, lacrosse, soccer, golf, track & field, gymnastics, tennis and rowing.