Bacon Takes Fourth in Olympic Backstroke Event
Phoebe Bacon, a graduate of Stone Ridge, took fourth in the 200 meter backstroke Friday in Paris. Bacon, who had the fastest time in the semifinals of the event, finished… Read More
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Silver Spring’s LaFond Qualifies for Olympic Final in Triple Jump
Thea LaFond, a former MCPS teacher, graduate of John F. Kennedy High School and Silver Spring resident, automatically qualified for Saturday’s final in the women’s triple jump with a 14.35… Read More
Keeping Up With Katie: Ledecky Earns Top Seed in 800 Meter Freestyle
Katie Ledecky cruised to the top time in the women’s 800 meter freestyle prelims Friday, earning the top seed in Saturday’s final. Ledecky, who holds the World and Olympic records… Read More
‘Official Lax Girl’ Visits White Oak as MOCO Lacrosse Marks 25 Years
MOCO Lacrosse is in its 25th year as Founder Jeff Wagner continues his mission to level the playing field in Montgomery County. “Official Lax Girl” Tari Kandemiri — @officiallaxgirl on… Read More
Keeping Up With Katie: Ledecky Makes Olympic History
Bethesda native Katie Ledecky became the most decorated women’s U.S. Olympian in history Thursday, winning her thirteenth career medal, a silver, in the 4×200 meter freestyle relay. HISTORY FOR KATIE… Read More
La Inscripción para Actividades Recreativas de Otoño Comienza el 12 de Agosto
Los interesados, que vivan en el condado de Montgomery, pueden inscribirse para la mayoría de los programas y actividades de otoño a partir del lunes 12 de agosto a las… Read More
Fall Recreation Registration Opens Aug. 12
County residents can register for most fall programs and activities starting Monday, Aug. 12, at 6:30 a.m. Registration for Bone Builders, Day Trippers, and Senior Outdoor Adventures in Recreation (SOAR)… Read More
Swimmer Bacon Challenges Basketball Player Edwards to Race
Phoebe Bacon, a 21-year-old Olympic backstroker and graduate of Stone Ridge in Bethesda, took time out of her busy schedule in Paris to call out NBA player and USA basketball… Read More
Keeping up With Katie: Ledecky Dominates 1500, Wins 8th Career Gold
Katie Ledecky blasted through the 1500 meter freestyle final Wednesday, flying to a first place finish in an Olympic record 15:30.02. Ledecky now holds the 20 fastest times in the… Read More
Commanders Training Camp: 1 on 1 with Good Counsel Alum Keandre Jones
Keandre Jones is living the dream. The fifth-year player from Olney is trying to make the Commanders roster as a backup linebacker and special teams player. Jones attended Good Counsel,… Read More
Keeping Up With Katie: Ledecky Cruises in 1500 Prelims
Katie Ledecky blew away the field in the prelims of her signature event, the 1500 meter freestyle, Tuesday, coasting to a first place finish. The prelim swim went viral on… Read More
Frances Tiafoe Turns Down Paris Olympics for Hometown Tournament
Hyattsville native Frances Tiafoe could have played in the Paris Olympics but turned down the opportunity to play at the Mubadala DC Citi Open, his hometown tournament. Tiafoe’s decision was… Read More