
Capitals Announce 2026-27 Home Opener Against Penguins
The Washington Capitals will host the Pittsburgh Penguins on October 7, 2026, at Capital One Arena, marking a historic milestone in their ongoing rivalry.
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The Washington Capitals will host the Pittsburgh Penguins on October 7, 2026, at Capital One Arena, marking a historic milestone in their ongoing rivalry.

Sanford's youth squads and Lake Mary's Junior baseball team delivered dramatic results in recent tournaments, blending triumphs, narrow defeats, and historic connections to national Little League success.

The Capitals have renewed their ECHL partnership with the South Carolina Stingrays, securing a thirteenth straight season together and highlighting a pipeline that has produced NHL talent and coaching success.

Lehigh University's women's soccer program welcomes eight new student-athletes, each bringing notable athletic achievements and academic excellence.

Financial education took center stage at the Washington Capitals Development Camp, where Hockey Wealth Group guided young players through the unique financial challenges of professional hockey.

At 41, Alex Ovechkin announced his decision to return to the Washington Capitals for a 22nd season, citing the team’s competitive vision rather than financial considerations.

After a record‑breaking campaign that saw Ovechkin surpass Wayne Gretzky’s long‑standing mark, the veteran forward announced his return with a simple declaration: “I’m back.”

A local soccer club fights to preserve its practice field as developers target green spaces, highlighting unequal access to soccer facilities and new efforts to build mini‑pitches for underserved communities.

The Eagles will open the season against Stonehill, host Cornell and Minnesota State, compete in the D1 in DC Tournament, and take part in the Dunkin' Women's Beanpot.

An investigation into the distribution of soccer fields, financial barriers and community initiatives reveals stark disparities in participation and opportunities across the city.

A community watch party for the Czechia versus Mexico FIFA World Cup match has been rescheduled to start at 8 p.m. on June 24 at Arlington Mill Community Center, featuring a big screen, DJ, food trucks, youth futsal and gaming tournaments.

Jimmy Carrasquillo, the Washington‑Liberty Generals boys soccer coach, reached his 300th career victory, a milestone that places him among Virginia’s top coaches and highlights a family legacy in Arlington soccer.