Sports Archives - The Washington Informer https://www.washingtoninformer.com/category/sports/ Black News, Commentary and Culture | The Washington Informer Wed, 23 Oct 2024 19:45:39 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/cropped-Site-Icon-32x32.png Sports Archives - The Washington Informer https://www.washingtoninformer.com/category/sports/ 32 32 121622320 Howard University Celebrates Centennial Homecoming with Exciting Football Game https://www.washingtoninformer.com/howard-university-homecoming/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/howard-university-homecoming/#respond Wed, 23 Oct 2024 04:30:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1217245 Howard junior running back Eden James celebrates a touchdown during the university’s homecoming game against Tennessee State University on Oct. 19. Tennessee State defeated Howard 27-14. (Marcus Relacion/The Washington Informer)

Howard University's 100th homecoming celebration featured a football game against Tennessee State University, with the Tigers winning 27-14, and the Bison's defense standing tall to limit Tennessee State to three yards and force a field goal try.

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5 Highlights From the Washington Commanders’ 40-7 Win Over the Carolina Panthers https://www.washingtoninformer.com/washington-commanders-victory-daniels-injury/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/washington-commanders-victory-daniels-injury/#respond Mon, 21 Oct 2024 23:57:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1217051 Washington Commanders cornerback Emmanuel Forbes (left) intercepts a pass during the Commanders' 40-7 win over the Carolina Panthers at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland, on Oct. 20. (Abdullah Konte/The Washington Informer)

The Washington Commanders defeated the Carolina Panthers 40-7, with rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels suffering a rib injury and defensive linebacker Dante Fowler Jr. having an impressive game, while the team also retired the jersey of celebrated cornerback Darrell Green.

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Bowser Presents Commanders Legend Darrell Green With Key to the City https://www.washingtoninformer.com/darrell-green-receives-key-city/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/darrell-green-receives-key-city/#respond Sat, 19 Oct 2024 20:48:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1216977 Washington Commanders franchise legend Darrell Green speaks during an Oct. 19 in Washington, D.C.'s Franklin Park at which Mayor Muriel Bowser (left) presented him with a ceremonial key to the city.

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser presented Washington Commanders legend Darrell Green with a ceremonial Key to the City, recognizing his NFL career and contributions to the District.

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Howard Homecoming Creates Community, Celebrates Black Excellence, Fosters Next Generation of African American Leaders https://www.washingtoninformer.com/howard-university-homecoming-cultural-contributions/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/howard-university-homecoming-cultural-contributions/#respond Wed, 16 Oct 2024 15:30:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1216821 **FILE** Howard University’s 100th homecoming celebration continues through Oct. 20, exemplifying the institution’s cultural contributions and legacy, and highlighting the week of programming as a place for African Americans to reflect, collaborate and foster the next generation of Black leaders. (Abdullah Konte/The Washington Informer)

Howard University's 100th homecoming celebration is a time to celebrate the university's rich legacy, legacy of excellence, and commitment to educating Black minds, with events such as the annual parade, football game, Royal Court Coronation, Greek Step Show, Student Fashion Show, Bison Madness pep rally, and Yardfest.

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4 Major Observations From the Washington Commanders’ 30-20 Loss to the Baltimore Ravens https://www.washingtoninformer.com/washington-commanders-baltimore-ravens/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/washington-commanders-baltimore-ravens/#respond Tue, 15 Oct 2024 17:22:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1216742 Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels attempts a pass during the Commanders' 30-23 loss to the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore on Oct. 13. (Abdullah Konte/The Washington Informer)

The Washington Commanders struggled in the run game and were dominated by the Baltimore Ravens' Zay Flowers and Derrick Henry, but linebacker Bobby Wagner believes the team can improve and move forward.

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Howard’s Third Annual Battle at the Burr is a Big Splash https://www.washingtoninformer.com/battle-at-the-burr-howard-georgetown/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/battle-at-the-burr-howard-georgetown/#comments Wed, 09 Oct 2024 13:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1216280 Howard University’s swimming and diving team take part in the third annual Battle at the Burr on Oct. 5 at Burr Gymnasium. Howard lost to Georgetown University 117- 107 on the men’s side and 133-90 for the women’s team. (Courtesy photo)

Howard University's Battle at the Burr (BATB) event was a major success, attracting a sold-out crowd and celebrities such as Olympic gold medalist Rowdy Gaines and Simone Manual, as well as providing a platform for young swimming enthusiasts to be inspired by role models who look like them.

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Washington Commanders Defeat the Cleveland Browns: 3 Highlights from the Game https://www.washingtoninformer.com/commanders-win-cleveland/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/commanders-win-cleveland/#comments Tue, 08 Oct 2024 16:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1216170 The Washington Commanders celebrate their 34-13 win against the Cleveland Browns on Oct. 6 at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland. (Abdullah Konte/The Washington Informer)

The Washington Commanders have won four games in a row, with rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels setting a new record for rookie quarterbacks, and the defense coming in clutch with seven sacks against the Cleveland Browns.

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Commanders’ Jayden Daniels Named NFL Offensive Rookie of the Month for September https://www.washingtoninformer.com/jayden-daniels-nfl-rookie-month/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/jayden-daniels-nfl-rookie-month/#respond Thu, 03 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1215956 Rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels during Commanders training camp (Abdullah Konte/The Washington Informer)

Quarterback Jayden Daniels of the Washington Commanders has been named the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Month for September, setting a new record for highest completion percentage through four games in league history.

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ESPN’s ‘First Take’ Makes Its Way to the Mecca, Showcasing Student-Athletes and Giving Stephen A. Smith a Heartfelt Surprise https://www.washingtoninformer.com/espn-first-take-hbcu-tour/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/espn-first-take-hbcu-tour/#respond Wed, 02 Oct 2024 05:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1215832 Stephen A. Smith, Molly Querim, Shannon Sharpe and Dominique Foxworth host “First Take” at Howard University, the first stop on the ESPN show's HBCU Tour. (Abdullah Konte/The Washington Informer)

ESPN's "First Take" visited Howard University for a live show, featuring student guests and debating the latest sports news, with two Howard students having the opportunity to participate in the show.

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Dikembe Mutombo, NBA Shot-Blocking Legend and Humanitarian, Dies at 58 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/dikembe-mutombo-dies-brain-cancer/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/dikembe-mutombo-dies-brain-cancer/#respond Mon, 30 Sep 2024 16:19:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1215548 **FILE** Dikembe Mutombo (Vinod Divakaran, CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons)

Dikembe Mutombo, the 7-foot-2 center who starred at Georgetown University and became one of the NBA's greatest shot blockers, died of brain cancer at the age of 58, leaving behind a legacy of basketball excellence and humanitarian work in his home country.

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