Derek Forrest

ARLINGTON, Va. – The Washington Capitals have signed defenseman Vincent Desharnais to a four-year, $16.8 million contract, Senior Vice President and General Manager Chris Patrick announced today.

ARLINGTON, Va. – The Washington Capitals have signed forward Boone Jenner to a four-year, $23 million contract, senior vice president and general manager Chris Patrick announced today.

Loudoun United was minutes away from its first win since May before Sporting Jax answered late in a 2-2 draw.

Kelis Armstrong, a recent Howard University graduate and former track and field athlete, is receiving the Billie Jean King Youth Leadership Award.

WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Weeks after the U.S. men's national team concluded its run in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, midfielder Tyler Adams reflected on the tournament in an interview with DC News Now Sports Director Derek Forrest.

by: Derek Forrest Posted: Aug 3, 2026 / 08:15 PM EDT Updated: Aug 3, 2026 / 08:15 PM EDT

Some of the top high school basketball players from across the DMV and Baltimore area gathered at Alexandria City High School Saturday for the 5th annual Lethal Shooter Showcase.

The Potomac School is looking to build off a 6-3 season as the Panthers prepare for another run this fall.

WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The Laurel Spartans are looking to take another step forward this fall after finishing 5-5 last season. Laurel will lean on a pair of senior leaders in quarterback Demerius Custis and wide receiver/defensive back Kareem Oyekan as the Spartans prepare for the 2026 season. With experience returning at key positions, […]

WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The Potomac School is looking to build off a 6-3 season as the Panthers prepare for another run this fall.