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Liam Griffin

Liam Griffin is a sports reporter for The Washington Times. A graduate of George Mason University, he previously covered local news for Patch in northern Virginia. He can be reached at lgriffin@washigntontimes.com.

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Birthday punches: Trump to celebrate birthday, America’s 250th with White House UFC event

On Sunday, as President Trump marks his 80th year on Earth, he'll set a new bar for presidential parties with professional MMA fights on the White House's South Lawn.

June 11, 2026

‘A wash’: World Cup host cities in U.S. unlikely to recoup nine-figure investments

World Cup host cities across North America have shelled out hundreds of millions of dollars for security, watch parties and stadium renovations ahead of this year's tournament, which begins Thursday. But, according to experts, they're unlikely to recoup those investments.

June 10, 2026

Commanders’ Daniels ranks fifth in NFL merchandise sales

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels is a star on and off the field.

June 9, 2026

Spirit’s Rodman, Kang named to inaugural TIME100 Sports list

Washington Spirit owner Michele Kang and superstar forward Trinity Rodman were named Tuesday to the inaugural TIME100 Sports list, which recognizes the most influential athletes and decision-makers from across the athletic landscape.

June 9, 2026

‘Beautiful Game’ faces ugly test: Racism, slurs in stands

Advertisements around the World Cup emphasize soccer's place as "The Beautiful Game," a unifying force for athletes and spectators across the globe. But there's an ugly side to fandom, as organizers frantically prepare to keep racist and homophobic chants out of stadiums in the U.S., Mexico and Canada.

June 8, 2026

UFL’s Defenders look to repeat as champions with home-field advantage

The UFL's DC Defenders defeated the Orlando Storm 28-22 during Saturday's playoff opener, sending the District's spring football team to the championship game as it looks to defend last year's title.

June 8, 2026

‘Caitlin Clark Effect’ tested as Fever star braves third WNBA season

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark is still playing at an All-Star level a month into her third WNBA season. But the media frenzy that initially surrounded her as she brought legions of fans to the rapidly growing league has cooled off.

June 7, 2026

Iranian officials claim U.S. denied visas for team staff ahead of World Cup

Officials from Iran called foul over the weekend, claiming "deliberate and discriminatory treatment" after the U.S. denied visas to several members of its national soccer team ahead of this month's World Cup.

June 7, 2026

NWSL to host 2026 league championship at Audi Field in the District

The National Women's Soccer League Championship is coming back to the District.

June 3, 2026

Commanders’ Blough touts collaboration for new offense

New Commanders offensive coordinator David Blough isn't too proud to take suggestions from his players. The process didn't change when an offensive lineman sent an old-school "Wing-T" playbook from his high school days ahead of Wednesday's voluntary workouts.

June 2, 2026

Mystics to donate WNBA Commissioner’s Cup proceeds to Ben’s Chili Bowl Foundation

The Washington Mystics announced Monday that they would donate winnings from the WNBA Commissioner's Cup to the Ben's Chili Bowl Foundation.

June 1, 2026

Beckham returns to Giants 8 years after initial split

Odell Beckham Jr. is headed back to the Big Apple. The 33-year-old wide receiver agreed to a deal with the New York Giants, the team that drafted him in 2014, on Monday, the franchise confirmed.

June 1, 2026

Nationals’ Littell caps electric May with series-clinching win over Padres

The Nationals valued pitcher Zack Littell long before he capped a resurgent May with a win in Sunday's 4-2, series-clinching victory over the San Diego Padres.

May 31, 2026

District of Sports: World Cup sticker shock and the Wizards riding NBA draft lottery win momentum

The World Cup kicks off across North America in just a few weeks and although there aren't any games in the D.C. area, local soccer fans won't miss out on getting a taste of the global celebration.

May 29, 2026

War and peace: Iran still marching toward America’s World Cup

World Cup goals won't end America's war in Iran. Undaunted, the Iranian soccer team is planning an unprecedented move this summer: playing in a major athletic competition hosted by a wartime opponent.

May 28, 2026

Dating without apps: Singles find Hallmark romance through sports

Meeting a potential love interest when you're already sweaty, tired and debating a call with an underpaid referee might not sound like the ideal meet-cute. But many singles -- tired of the Sisyphean swiping of dating apps -- are going old school, finding love in recreational sports leagues.