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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.

Articles by Liam Griffin

‘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.

May 28, 2026

‘Something to prove’: Commanders’ Daniels leads charge in first offseason practice

Jayden Daniels has something to prove. As the Commanders opened their offseason workouts Wednesday, all eyes were on Washington's franchise quarterback as he began preparations for his third NFL season.

May 27, 2026

N.Y., N.J. attorneys general subpoena FIFA over ticket prices

The attorneys general of New York and New Jersey subpoenaed FIFA on Wednesday due to fans' uproar about potentially misleading ticket pricing.

May 27, 2026

National Mall to host World Cup Fan Zone as part of America 250 celebrations

The District isn't hosting a World Cup game, but the nation's capital will still celebrate the international tournament.

May 27, 2026

MLB to debut uniforms for America 250 celebrations

The national pastime is joining the celebrations for America's 250th birthday with patriotic uniforms.

May 26, 2026

Streak of ex-Wizards in NBA Finals continues with Knicks’ win

The Wizards haven't made the NBA Finals since 1979. But, for each of the last 17 years, a former Wizard has played for a championship on a new team.

May 26, 2026

Steroid-friendly Enhanced Games end with dud, one unofficial world record

Only one athlete set a world record during Sunday's Enhanced Games festivities in Las Vegas, as Greek swimmer Kristian Gkolomeev completed the 50-meter freestyle in 20.81 seconds.

May 25, 2026

WNBA players call foul over early surge in penalties

Referees are calling more fouls against every team in the WNBA through the first three weeks of the season, to the chagrin of players who worry that the new emphasis on reduced physicality is disrupting the flow and entertainment value of the surging league.

May 25, 2026