photo by Emma
“The Spirit is Championship Bound!
The NWSL Championship, Presented by Google Pixel, takes place on November 22 in San Jose, CA at 5 PM PT / 8 PM ET.
The Washington Spirit will face off against East Coast rival Gotham FC.”
Scroll down here for some places to watch the big game. Go Spirit!!
Trump and Ronaldo via The White House
USA Today reported: “Soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo made an appearance at the White House on Tuesday, Nov. 18 with Donald Trump, coinciding with the U.S. president hosting Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Washington D.C.”
Thanks to Mona for sharing with us: “spotted Cristiano Ronaldo outside of Shoto.” (15th and L Street, NW)
Today the White House also released the following clip: (more…)
Photo by Pablo Raw
From NGA:
“The National Gallery of Art announces the return of a beloved winter tradition. The 2025–2026 Sculpture Garden Ice Rink season will open Monday, November 24, and run through Sunday, March 1, 2026 (weather permitting).
A perennial staple of the National Gallery’s wintertime programming, the ice rink invites visitors to skate alongside the National Mall’s iconic monuments and museums. (more…)
From Monumental Sports:
“Tickets will go on sale Friday, November 14 at 12:00pm ET for Duel in the District, an NCAA men’s basketball matchup featuring the Duke Blue Devils and Michigan Wolverines. This matchup will take place Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 6:30pm ET at Capital One Arena in Washington DC. (more…)
photo by Ron Cohn
“Washington Commanders Select HKS as Lead Architect for the Team’s New World-Class Stadium”
From the Washington Commanders:
“Today, the Washington Commanders announced their selection of HKS, a global architecture and design firm, as the lead architect for the team’s new, state-of-the-art stadium. Anchored by the stadium and the franchise’s historic $2.7 billion private investment in Washington, D.C., 180-acres at the historic RFK site will be transformed into a vibrant, year-round destination for sports, entertainment, housing, parks and recreation, and neighborhood amenities. (more…)
From the Nationals:
“The Washington Nationals officially named Blake Butera the eighth manager in team history on Friday. Today’s announcement was made by Nationals President of Baseball Operations Paul Toboni.
“I’ve always believed that you win with people, and from our very first conversation, it was clear that Blake is the right person and the right leader for this role,” said Toboni. “Blake comes into this position with experience in a variety of roles in player development, including as a successful manager, making him uniquely qualified to get the most out of the players in the clubhouse and help us reach the next level. He possesses a strong baseball acumen and has a reputation for building strong relationships with players and staff, making him a great fit for us in Washington, D.C. We’re so excited to welcome him to the Nationals family.”
Butera, 33, (more…)
photo by angela n.
From the Nationals:
“The Washington Nationals have officially reached an agreement with Paul Toboni to join the Club as its President of Baseball Operations.
Widely regarded as one of the best young executives in baseball, Toboni will bring a fresh voice to the organization, providing valuable experience in scouting and player development to build around the Nationals talented core of young star players.
Toboni comes to the Nationals from the Boston Red Sox, (more…)
Update: A reader shares that the closure is for good: “Unsure what will become of the space but I believe the Nats own the space.”
Thanks to Matt for sending: “Nats Park BetMGM closing soon”. Anyone know if this is just for the season?
BETMGM’s website says:
“WE’LL BE CLOSING THE SPORTSBOOK AT NATIONALS PARK ON SEPTEMBER 28TH
LAST DAY TO WAGER: SUNDAY, SEPT. 21
LAST DAY TO CASH TICKETS: SUNDAY, SEPT. 28TH (more…)
“National Mall of Pickleball is back for a third year, bringing America’s fastest growing sport back to the National Mall, highlighting the true and inherent aspects of the game – inclusivity and accessibility – and the role pickleball serves in creating community.
WHEN: Friday, September 19 – Sunday, September 21
WHERE: 12th Street on the National Mall (adjacent to the Smithsonian Metro)”
Thanks to M. for sending from 12th and Jefferson. Schedule of events: (more…)
photo by Ian Will
From the Sierra Club:
“The DC Council today approved legislation providing more than $1 billion in taxpayer subsidies to the billionaire owners of the Washington Commanders for a new stadium at the RFK site. Though Councilmember Charles Allen was able to secure some resources for transit improvements, a pause on a third parking garage, and energy efficiency standards for the stadium, the Sierra Club DC Chapter opposes the deal because it prioritizes a handout to wealthy team owners over protecting residents, the climate, and the Anacostia River. (more…)