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Past articles by Allif:

Kevin Willard officially introduced as new head coach for Maryland men’s basketball

COLLEGE PARK, Md. (WDVM) — Kevin Willard was officially introduced as the new head coach of the Maryland men’s basketball program on Tuesday. He is now the tenth head coach in program history. “We are gonna bring the swag back to Maryland basketball,” Willard said on Tuesday. “We are gonna win at a high level, […] → Read More

Kevin Willard named Maryland Men’s Basketball Head Coach

COLLEGE PARK, Md. (WDVM) — Kevin Willard has been named as the new Head Coach of the Maryland men’s basketball program, per a release from the school on Monday. Willard becomes the 10th head coach in program history. “We are thrilled to welcome Kevin to the Terrapin family,” said Athletic Director Damon Evans. “We are […] → Read More

Terrapins dominate in the District, beat Virginia 23-12

WASHINGTON (WDVM) — The top-ranked Terrapins improve to 7-0 overall, as Maryland beat the No. 2 Virginia Cavaliers 23-12 at Audi Field in Washington, D.C. This is the Terps’ fifth win over a ranked opponent this season. “There is no question who the number one team in the country is right now,” Virginia Head Coach […] → Read More

American bow out of NCAA Tournament with loss to No. 3 Michigan

ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — The American Eagles women’s basketball team bow out of the NCAA Tournament, with a 74-39 loss to the No. 3 Michigan Wolverines. American led 8-4 early before Hillmon and the Wolverines got going. Michigan scored 48 of its 74 points in the paint with Hilmon anchoring the interior offense. The […] → Read More

North Hagerstown alum Aaron Brooks wins NCAA title at 184 pounds

DETROIT, Mi (WDVM) — North Hagerstown alum Aaron Brooks redeems himself from his 2022 Big Ten Championship loss to Michigan’s Myles Anime, beating him in the NCAA Finals to be crowned the individual title. It’s his second consecutive title. Brooks rolled to a 5-3 decision and accumulated 3:26 in riding time during the bout. “Just […] → Read More

Maryland dominate in first round against Delaware

COLLEGE PARK, Md. (WDVM) — Behind an 31 point third-quarter performance, the Maryland Terrapins lock up a 102-71 win over the Delaware Blue Hens to advance to the second round of the NCAA Tournament. Against the No. 13 Delaware, the Maryland Terrapins maintained a strong lead to lock up a 49-39 lead by the end […] → Read More

Rivera hopes Carson Wentz can be Commanders’ long term solution at quarterback

ASHBURN, Va. (WDVM) – The Carson Wentz era has officially begun in the Washington Commanders franchise and Head Coach Ron Rivera hopes will stay that way for a long time. Wentz was traded to Washington for picks from the Indianapolis Colts. In 17 games, he completed 62 percent of his passes for 3,563 yards with […] → Read More

Washington Commanders introduce Carson Wentz

ASHBURN, Va. (WDVM) — Carson Wentz officially takes command as QB1 for the Washington Commanders. Washington traded a 3rd round pick this year, a 3rd round pick next year that can go to a 2nd round pick if he plays 70$% of the snaps, and Washington and Indy also swapped places in the 2nd round […] → Read More

Howard women’s basketball pick up first NCAA Tournament win in program history

WASHINGTON (WDVM) — With a 55-51 win over Incarnate Word in the First Four of the NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament, the Howard Bisons make history picking up their first win in program history in the NCAA Tournament. “Wow.” said Head Coach Ty Grace, “Wow is the first thing that comes to my mind. I’m just […] → Read More

No. 1 Terrapins prepare for No. 2 Virginia at Audi Field

Maryland and Virginia Men’s Lacrosse will meet in a rematch of the 2021 National Championship Game COLLEGE PARK, Md. (WDVM) — The top-ranked Maryland men’s lacrosse team will host the No. 2 Virginia Cavaliers this Saturday at Audi Field in Washington, D.C. in a rematch of the 2021 National Championship game. Maryland is coming off […] → Read More

Official: Ravens sign safety Marcus Williams, tackle Morgan Moses

BALTIMORE, Md. (WDVM) — The Baltimore Ravens agreed in principle on a five-year contract with safety Marcus Williams and on a three-year contract with right tackle Morgan Moses, pending their… → Read More

George Washington’s Jamion Christian out after three seasons

WASHINGTON (WDVM) – According to multiple reports, George Washington’s Jamion Christian is out as Head Coach of the men’s basketball program after three years with the university. George Washington went 8-9 in the Atlantic 10 this season and were knocked out by UMass in their best campaign in the league under Christian. Christian went 29-50 […] → Read More

Sidwell Friends’ Kiki Rice and Tamika Dudley win Naismith Trophy honors

WASHINGTON (WDVM) — The accolades keep on rolling in for the Sidwell Friends Quakers. Head Coach Tamika Dudley and senior Kiki Rice lock up the 2022 Naismith Coach of the Year and Girls’ Player of the Year awards respectively. Rice is a two-time USA Basketball gold medalist who was named Gatorade District of Columbia state […] → Read More

WDVM Montgomery County High School Girls’ Basketball State Quarterfinals coverage

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (WDVM) – The MPSSAA high school basketball playoffs continued Friday night with the girls’ state quarterfinals. 4A State Quarterfinals No. 7 Blake vs. No. 2 Clarksburg: The Clarksburg Coyotes battled through adversity early to beat the Blake Bengals at home 69-40 to book their ticket to the state semifinals. Clarksburg will play […] → Read More

Washington & Frederick County High School Basketball State Quarterfinals (March 5, 2022)

WASHINGTON & FREDERICK COUNTY, Md. (WDVM) – Coverage of the MPSSAA High school girls’ basketball quarterfinals featuring teams from Washington and Frederick County from March 5th, 2022. Girls’ Basketball 2A State Quarterfinal – (8) Liberty vs. (1) Williamsport The Williamsport Wildcats overcome an eight-point deficit to beat the Liberty Lions 33-30, locking up their spot […] → Read More

Washington & Frederick County High School Basketball State Quarterfinals (March 4, 2022)

WASHINGTON & FREDERICK COUNTY, Md. (WDVM) – Coverage of the MPSSAA High school boys’ basketball quarterfinals featuring teams from Washington and Frederick County from March 4th, 2022. Boys’ Basketball 3A State Quarterfinal – (8) Oakdale vs (1) Damascus The 8th-seeded Oakdale Bears took down the top-seeded Damascus Hornets on Friday 56-55 to advance to the […] → Read More

Washington & Frederick County High School Basketball Playoff Coverage (March 3, 2022)

WASHINGTON & FREDERICK COUNTY, Md. (WDVM) – Coverage of the MPSSAA High school basketball playoffs in Washington, and Frederick County from March 3rd, 2022. Girl’s Basketball 4A West Region II – (2) Urbana vs. (1) Clarksburg The Clarksburg Coyotes take down the Urbana Hawks in a battle of the undefeated teams, winning 54-43. 3A West […] → Read More

Maryland women’s basketball face No. 14 Indiana in Big Ten tournament

INDIANAPOLIS, In. (WDVM) — The Maryland women’s basketball team will face No. 14 Indiana this Friday in their first game of the Big Ten tournament. This will be the third meeting between the two programs this season. Maryland last beat Indiana 67-64 at home on February 25 in their last game of the regular season. […] → Read More

Washington Capitals will compete in 2023 NHL Stadium Series

WASHINGTON (WDVM) — The Washington Capitals announced Thursday morning they will be competing in the 2023 NHL Stadium Series against the Carolina Hurricanes. The league announced the Hurricanes would host the 2023 Stadium Series at NC State’s Carter-Finley Stadium on February 18, 2023. It will be the fourth regular-season outdoor game for the Capitals, who are […] → Read More

Washington & Frederick County High School Basketball Playoff Coverage (March 2, 2022)

WASHINGTON & FREDERICK COUNTY, Md. (WDVM) – Coverage of the MPSSAA High school basketball playoffs in Washington, and Frederick County from March 2nd, 2022. Boys’ Basketball 3A West Region I – (5) Thomas Johnson vs. (3) Oakdale The Oakdale Bears won their fourth consecutive region title after they defend their home court against No. 5 […] → Read More