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“Commanders Seek Information About AI Opportunities for Next-Generation Stadium Vision”

By Prince Of Petworth

From the Washington Commanders:

“The Washington Commanders are building a new world-class stadium and mixed-use entertainment district at the former RFK Stadium site in Washington, D.C. Designed by HKS Architects, this project represents one of the most significant sports and entertainment developments currently underway in North America.

This RFI seeks information about existing or previously deployed AI capabilities and approaches for creating cutting-edge experiences at state-of-the-art venues from firms at the forefront of artificial intelligence, experience design, venue operations, and fan engagement technology. Our objective is to understand how leading-edge companies envision the next generation of the stadium and district experience, one that is fundamentally shaped by AI, across the full spectrum of fan engagement, building operations, and commercial activation.

We are not seeking traditional technology proposals. We are seeking information from firms that can help us imagine what becomes possible when a $3.8B+ stadium and the surrounding district are conceived, designed, and operated with AI as a foundational capability rather than a bolt-on feature.

Who Should Respond

This RFI is intended for: (more…)

“Mubadala DC Open Releases Limited Single-Session Tickets as Tournament Nears Sellout”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

We wanted to share an update that single-session tickets for the 2026 Mubadala DC Open are now on sale.

Demand has been exceptionally strong this year, with the tournament already 75% sold out following record package renewals. Limited inventory remains across the stadium, and fans can now purchase single-session tickets starting at just $28, with a variety of premium seating and hospitality options also available.

As the world’s only combined ATP-WTA 500-level tournament, the Mubadala DC Open will once again bring some of the biggest names in tennis to Washington, D.C., including Taylor Fritz, Frances Tiafoe, Jack Draper, Stefanos Tsitsipas, Victoria Mboko, Venus Williams and Marta Kostyuk, and organizers are anticipating another sellout.”

In Other Signs: “feel like this sign missed the mark.” And while we’re here – do you understand how ranked choice voting works?

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

I feel like this sign missed the mark. Why is the only DC women’s team listed as the Mystics and why are they ranked last? The Spirit literally sells out the stadium. Women’s sports are bigger than ever! There are so many DC women’s teams and it feels like everywhere (even an informational poster about rank choice voting) the DC women’s teams are not getting the respect they deserve. It makes me sad!”

Related: Do folks feel comfortable with ranked choice voting? Do you feel like you understand how it works? Will you be using a particular strategy to vote?

SO – Who Got a Hot Dog Hat?

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Emma

RELATED: If you got a hot dog hat and don’t want it – holler at your boy! [email protected] please and thanks.

Anyone go to the game? Was it a wild to be at a sold out game again? How were the lines to get a hot dog? Were they tasty? TELL ME EVERYTHING.
-a jealous fan who missed out.

And the total number eaten from the Nats: (more…)

Municipal Golf Updates – The Latest on Langston, Rock Creek Park and East Potomac Park Courses

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Phil

National Links Trust writes Friday night:

“Tonight, May 8, 2026, the Department of the Interior announced an agreement under which National Links Trust will have a new long-term lease at Langston Golf Course and Rock Creek Park Golf. NLT will also continue operating East Potomac Golf Links until the National Park Service is ready to commence a historic restoration there.

Mike McCartin and Will Smith, co-founders of National Links Trust, released the following statement: (more…)

East Potomac Park Renovations “just mind boggling”

By Prince Of Petworth


East Potomac Golf Links via National Links Trust

From National Links Trust:

“We want to thank all of our community for their continued support during this process.”

And an important reminder this (Monday) morning:

“While we continue to monitor developments surrounding third-party litigation, East Potomac Golf Links is open for business. We will provide updates as they become available.

Thank you for your continued support.”

“Dear PoPville,

I just wanted to give a heads up, that there is a fundraising proposal tied to East Potomac Park that outlines major changes to the site, including potential impacts to public access, road use, and existing features like the cherry trees. The scale of what’s being proposed and the impacts this could have on DC residents and everyone else who uses this space regularly is just mind boggling to me. (more…)

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