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November 12, 2014 | Sonya Burke

Katie Ledecky

Katie Ledecky Signs with Stanford (PHOTOS)

It’s official! Bethesda’s Katie Ledecky has signed with Stanford University. The Olympic gold medalist and world record holder was described by Stanford’s head coach, Greg Meehan, as “the best swimmer on the planet.” Ledecky is a senior at the Stone Ridge School. You can read more about her signing here. It’s official. Welcome to #NerdNation, […]

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November 10, 2014 | Krista Brick

Show Your Spirit by Voting on a Scarf

What’s black and white and red all over and hangs around your neck? The new Washington Spirit 2015 scarf and the team is turning to its fans to pick the best design submitted in its contest this year. Voting closes today and the 2015 scarf that will be given to all Season Ticket Holders who order […]

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November 7, 2014 | Krista Brick

Blair Earns Playoff Bid in Game Against Whitman (PHOTOS)

Montgomery Blair High School hasn’t made it into the playoffs in decades. Friday night, senior night at Whitman, they got their chance to do it beating Whitman High School 41-0. At the end of the first half, it was all Blair raking up points in every way possible- touchdowns, two-point conversions, field goals and a safety. Whitman’s […]

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November 5, 2014 | Aline Barros

When Learning English Goes Beyond Classroom (VIDEO)

When student athletes take the field their goal is to win, but for some who are learning English as a second language sports might also help them score there too. Becoming fluent in English can be developed outside classrooms and on the playing field. Educators agree that extra-curricular activities such as playing sports help non-native English […]

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November 3, 2014 | Staff Writer

Highlights of the QO vs. Northwest Game, 52-27 (VIDEO)

The Quince Orchard Cougars won their sixth straight game against the Northwest Jaguars Nov. 1, with a score of 52-27 at Northwest. Paul Flickinger captured all the highlights from the sideline. Take a look: Related: 

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November 1, 2014 | Krista Brick

A Halloween Trick has QO Upsetting Jags (PHOTOS)

It may be a leftover Halloween trick. But, Quince Orchard football is giving a real treat for its fans, winning against last year’s 4A state champs, the Northwest Jaguars. Quince Orchard took control of the game from the start taking the lead and never giving it up. Northwest made a push in the third but […]

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October 29, 2014 | Krista Brick

County Looks at Organic Option For Turf Fields (PHOTOS & VIDEO)

Montgomery County officials kicked around a soccer ball on the Lakelands Park organic turf field Wednesday as they kicked around the idea of using organic infill in future turf field projects. The City of Gaithersburg recently opened the field off Main Street, the first organic turf field of its kind in Montgomery County. And now […]

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October 27, 2014 | Krista Brick

Washington Spirit Tickets On Sale for 2015 Season

Tickets just went on sale to catch the NWSL Washington Spirit next season and early birds can catch a deal by buying them now. Returning season ticket holder seats will be on hold through Dec.15.  Buying seats now also gets you a 2015 Spirit scarf . Early Bird pricing expires January 15. Spirit supporters will get […]

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October 25, 2014 | Krista Brick

City Officials Cheer On Grand Opening of Lakelands Turf Field (PHOTOS) (VIDEO)

It was really something to cheer about Saturday morning when Gaithersburg city officials with the help of cheerleaders and a youth flag football team officially opened the Lakelands Park organic turf field. The park, at 1368 Main Street in the Lakelands community, is the first eco-friendly field installed by a municipal government on the East […]

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October 24, 2014 | Staff Writer

Bullis Bulldogs Over Landon Bears, 41-14 (PHOTOS)

It was a big win for the Bullis Bulldogs over the Landon Bears, 41-14, to top homecoming week at Kline Alumni Stadium. Bullis running back Devonte Williams was impressive with five touchdowns. In case you missed the action, we have photos of the game, below: PHOTOS | PHIL FABRIZIO Read “Bullis finally beats Landon at […]

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