Don’t look beyond surface at Derby

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COLUMN | Some Derby contenders might have emerged at Gulfstream Park, but a fast track might have skewed the numbers.

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2014 Winter Olympics Closing Ceremonies

Performers and athletes celebrate an eventful two weeks of competition in Sochi, Russia.

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U.S. wins bobsled bronze, Canada-Sweden in men’s ice hockey and more.

Virginia 6A/5A state wrestling championships

On its home floor, Robinson captures a second straight state title.

Washington Nationals spring training

The Nationals continue their spring training in Viera, Fla.

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No. 13 Herndon holds off Robinson, 79-67

Hornets take home the Virginia Conference 5 title with win over Rams.

Gonzaga defeats Calvert Hall, 3-1

Eagles earn second consecutive MAPHL championship victory with win over Cardinals.

Oakton holds off Centreville in overtime, 48-47

The Cougars used defense and clutch free throw shooting to claim the Conference 5 title.

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Oakton comes from behind to beat Osbourn

Oakton comes from behind to beat Osbourn

The Cougars clawed their way back against the Eagles in the final minutes and escaped with a 52-49 win.
Collins debuts as NBA’s first openly-gay athlete

Collins debuts as NBA’s first openly-gay athlete

Jason Collins signed a 10-day contract with the Brooklyn Nets and played his first game against the Lakers on Sunday.
Teen shines on Paralympic hockey team

Teen shines on Paralympic hockey team

Brody Roybal is the youngest member of the U.S. Paralympic sled hockey team and heading to Sochi, Russia in early March.
Top Basketball Plays: Episode 11

Top Basketball Plays: Episode 11

Host B.J. Koubaroulis runs through the top plays from the week of basketball in the D.C., Maryland and Virginia area.
WCAC boys' final preview

WCAC boys' final preview

VIDEO | No. 3 Paul VI and No. 4 DeMatha survived the carnage of the WCAC tournament to reach Tuesday’s final.
Sochi celebrates sucessful Olympics

Sochi celebrates sucessful Olympics

Olympics fans are heading home after the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics went out with a bang.
Jason Collins on joining NBA: ‘I’m ready’

Jason Collins on joining NBA: ‘I’m ready’

Jason Collins signed a 10-day contract with the Brooklyn Nets Sunday. He is the NBA's first active openly gay player.
Boswell on Nats: Mature team has a shot at the World Series

Boswell on Nats: Mature team has a shot at the World Series

After a disappointing season last year, the Nationals have made some big changes, but Thomas Boswell thinks the newfound maturity of the players will keep them from repeating last year's mistakes.
No. 5 Paul VI and No. 7 DeMatha advance to WCAC championship

No. 5 Paul VI and No. 7 DeMatha advance to WCAC championship

The Panthers and the Stags both relied on stellar defensive performances and will now meet with the conference title on the line.
Robinson Wins Virginia State Wrestling Championship

Robinson Wins Virginia State Wrestling Championship

Rams take home fourth State Championship title in front of home crowd.