Sports Archives - The Washington Informer https://www.washingtoninformer.com/category/sports/ Black News, Commentary and Culture | The Washington Informer Thu, 26 Sep 2024 15:21:29 +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 Washington Commanders’ Jayden Daniels Named NFC Offensive Player of the Week https://www.washingtoninformer.com/washington-commanders-qb-nfc-offensive-player-week/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/washington-commanders-qb-nfc-offensive-player-week/#respond Thu, 26 Sep 2024 02:25:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1215405 **FILE** Jayden Daniels participates in preseason workouts in May. (Abdullah Konte/The Washington Informer)

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels has been named the NFC Offensive Player of the Week for Week 3 after completing 21 of 23 passes for 254 yards and two touchdowns, and rushing for one touchdown in a victory over the Cincinnati Bengals.

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The Bright Stars: South Sudan’s Basketball Team Continues to Shine https://www.washingtoninformer.com/south-sudanese-basketball-team-olympic/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/south-sudanese-basketball-team-olympic/#respond Tue, 24 Sep 2024 23:30:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1215248 South Sudan’s Bright Stars basketball players — guard Sunday Dech (15), shooting guard Peter Jok (14) and forward/center Wenyan Gabriel forward/center (9) — celebrate their 96-79 win over Puerto Rico during the 2024 Olympic games. (Courtesy of International Basketball Federation)

The South Sudanese Bright Stars basketball team qualified for the 2024 Summer Olympics after defeating Angola in their final game, marking their first-ever Olympic appearance and showcasing the resilience of South Sudanese people.

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Hampton Prevails Over Howard in the Battle for the Real HU https://www.washingtoninformer.com/howard-hampton-truth-service-classic/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/howard-hampton-truth-service-classic/#comments Mon, 23 Sep 2024 21:15:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1215118 Hampton University Pirates tackle a member of the Howard Bison football team on Sept. 21 during the Truth and Service Classic, often called the battle of “the real HU.” The Pirates defeated the Bison 27-20. (Abdullah Konte/The Washington Informer)

Howard University and Hampton University met for the 100th time in the Truth and Service Classic, with Hampton winning the game 27-20, marking their eighth straight win in the heated series.

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Top 3 Takeaways From the Washington Commanders’ Week 2 Win Against the New York Giants https://www.washingtoninformer.com/top-3-takeaways-from-the-washington-commanders-week-2-win-against-the-new-york-giants/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/top-3-takeaways-from-the-washington-commanders-week-2-win-against-the-new-york-giants/#respond Wed, 18 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1214920 Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. advancing in rushing yards striking past the Giants defense. (Abdullah Konte/The Washington Informer)

The Washington Commanders defeated the New York Giants 21-18, setting the single-game record for field goals in a game, and the offense dominated the run game, while penalties still remain a setback for the team.

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Negro League Legends All Star Game Takes Place at Prince George’s Stadium https://www.washingtoninformer.com/negro-league-legends-baseball-game/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/negro-league-legends-baseball-game/#respond Wed, 11 Sep 2024 04:45:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1214560 Players anticipate a batter's swing in the midfield. (Anthony Tilghman/The Washington Informer)

The Negro League Legends Hall of Fame hosted a baseball game at Prince George’s Stadium on September 1, celebrating the 15-year tradition of the Classic East vs. West game, and highlighting Negro league history and engaging families with vendors, a live DJ, an auto showcase, and a live DJ.

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Friendship Collegiate Blanks Flowers in Early Season Matchup https://www.washingtoninformer.com/friendship-collegiate-wins-against-flowers/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/friendship-collegiate-wins-against-flowers/#respond Wed, 11 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1214467 Friendship defense swarm Jaguars quarterback Adrian Favors (1) during their 14-0 victory over C.H. Flowers in Springdale, Md., on Sept. 6. (Marcus Relacion/The Washington Informer)

Friendship Collegiate Academy defeated Charles Herbert Flowers High School 14-0, thanks to the all-around talent of Xavier Kennedy and a stout defense led by Bryce Jenkins.

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4 Crucial Observations of the Washington Commanders That Can Raise High Hopes or Concerns Ahead of New York Giants Home Battle https://www.washingtoninformer.com/commanders-season-observations/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/commanders-season-observations/#respond Wed, 11 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1214472 Rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels during Commanders training camp (Abdullah Konte/The Washington Informer)

The Washington Commanders are looking to rebuild this season, with rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels showing promise and the defense seeking to improve after a disappointing debut against the Buccaneers.

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Magic Johnson Joins Washington Spirit Ownership Group https://www.washingtoninformer.com/magic-johnson-invests-washington-spirit/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/magic-johnson-invests-washington-spirit/#respond Thu, 05 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1214044

NBA legend Earvin "Magic" Johnson has joined the investor group of the Washington Spirit, the Washington area's female major league soccer franchise, with the goal of accelerating the club's growth on and off the field.

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Fight For Children Sponsors Youth Sports Day https://www.washingtoninformer.com/fight-for-children-youth-sports/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/fight-for-children-youth-sports/#respond Wed, 04 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1213982 Apart from Youth Sports Day, Fight for Children offered free haircuts for kids going back to school. (Skylar Nelson/The Washington Informer)

Fight For Children's Second Annual Youth Sports Day was a success, attracting nearly 2,000 families and featuring 40 nonprofit organizations that provide sports-based youth development programs, as well as free school supplies and wellness checks.

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Bowie State University Prepares to Build on Last Season’s Momentum https://www.washingtoninformer.com/bowie-state-bulldogs-2024-season/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/bowie-state-bulldogs-2024-season/#respond Wed, 04 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1213997 Picked to finish fifth in the CIAA under third-year coach Kyle Jackson, the Bowie State Bulldogs ended last season winning their last three games and are hoping to build on that momentum in the 2024 season. (Courtesy photo)

Bowie State Bulldogs are hoping to build on last season's momentum with a battle between redshirt juniors Amir Jenkins and Jordan Morse at quarterback, and are led by All-CIAA defensive back Devin Williams and redshirt defensive tackle Shawan Lewis.

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