U-Va. and VCU a meeting of top defenses

Virginia forward Mike Tobey (10) grabs a rebound.

Saturday’s game between the Cavaliers and Rams will likely hinge on their markedly different defenses.

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Smotrycz likely out against Winthrop

Smotrycz likely out against Winthrop

Smotrycz will “probably” miss his second straight game after tweaking his left ankle last week.

Maryland basketball vs. Winthrop: Previewing the game

Maryland basketball vs. Winthrop: Previewing the game

Maryland focuses on shoring up defense ahead of Saturday’s game against Eagles.

Hokies’ bowl destination hinges on game of dominoes

Hokies’ bowl destination hinges on game of dominoes

Virginia Tech appears likely to play in the Military Bowl, but the game’s director said there could be fallout from playoff selections.

U-Va. and VCU a meeting of top defenses

U-Va. and VCU a meeting of top defenses

Saturday’s game between the Cavaliers and Rams will likely hinge on their markedly different defenses.

Jayson Werth in court is exactly what you’d imagine Jayson Werth in court to be like

Jayson Werth in court is exactly what you’d imagine Jayson Werth in court to be like

The star outfielder did not trim is beard or tame his mane before going to court, where he was sentenced to 10 days in jail for reckless driving.

Jurgen Klinsmann prohibits sugary snacks and mandates yoga for USMNT, says Tim Howard

Jurgen Klinsmann prohibits sugary snacks and mandates yoga for USMNT, says Tim Howard

The standout soccer goalkeeper said he had to bid adieu to his stalwart snack, the classic PB&J sandwich.

Several sports stadiums land on list of most popular places on Instagram

Several sports stadiums land on list of most popular places on Instagram

The Philadelphia Phillies Citizens Bank Park beat out the “Rocky” steps!

Tim Howard reveals the bizarre bathroom tradition at Everton FC in new memoir ‘The Keeper’

Tim Howard reveals the bizarre bathroom tradition at Everton FC in new memoir ‘The Keeper’

You have to leave the door open at all times -- even when you, um, sit down, Howard writes.

Quince Orchard DL Adam McLean commits to Maryland

Quince Orchard DL Adam McLean commits to Maryland

Just two weeks after de-committing from Penn State, Quince Orchard star pledges to Terps.

U-Va. star Brian is all-in for College Cup

U-Va. star Brian is all-in for College Cup

Morgan Brian leads Cavaliers women’s soccer to the national semifinals while shuttling between the U.S. national team.

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It’s time for the D.C. Five

It’s time for the D.C. Five

COLUMN Maryland and Georgetown must follow Philly’s example and kick-start an area college basketball series.

Throwback Thursday: When Virginia Tech was an ACC champion

Throwback Thursday: When Virginia Tech was an ACC champion

The Hokies seemed far removed from ACC dominance these days, but it was just four years ago they were ACC champions for the third time in four years.

Maryland-Virginia postgame: In loss, Terps’ freshmen endure valuable growing pains

Maryland-Virginia postgame: In loss, Terps’ freshmen endure valuable growing pains

Maryland’s freshmen keep Terps in game, but Virginia’s physicality and experience is too much.

Cavaliers poised against a familiar foe

Cavaliers poised against a familiar foe

No. 7 Virginia looked every part a team with postseason aspirations in a 76-65 road victory over No. 21 Maryland.

Terps wide receiver Deon Long joined #BlackLivesMatter protest outside Xfinity Center

The Maryland athlete was among a group demonstrating before the Terps’ basketball game against Virginia.

No. 7 Virginia is too much for Terps

No. 7 Virginia is too much for Terps

Cavaliers’ vaunted defense lives up to its billing in 76-65 win over No. 21 Maryland in ACC/Big Ten Challenge.

GMU can’t close vs. ODU

GMU can’t close vs. ODU

Ex-Patriot Jonathan Arledge returns as Monarchs rally for 75-69 win, their first victory in Fairfax in six games.

Terps women are no match for No. 2 Irish

Terps women are no match for No. 2 Irish

A long drought in the first half dooms Maryland as it loses to Notre Dame for the fourth consecutive time.

Howard County girls preview

Howard County girls preview

GIRLS’ BASKETBALL | Howard will try to reload after losing its top five scorers. Atholton and Mount Hebron each return four starters.

Girls’ basketball preseason Top 20

Girls’ basketball preseason Top 20

Paul VI takes the top spot in the initial rankings, followed by Eleanor Roosevelt and Riverdale Baptist.

Maryland basketball vs. Virginia: Previewing the game

Maryland basketball vs. Virginia: Previewing the game

Maryland’s young team looks to add new twist against old ACC rival Virginia.

Watford will transfer from U-Va.

Watford will transfer from U-Va.

David Watford, the Cavaliers’ starting quarterback in 2013, is on track to graduate this month and will be eligible to play for a different program next fall.

Maryland’s Graham could see expanded role against Virginia

Maryland’s Graham could see expanded role against Virginia

After playing just seven minutes against VMI, Jon Graham is expected to play more minutes against No. 7 Virginia on Wednesday.

Without Wells, Maryland readies for Virginia

Without Wells, Maryland readies for Virginia

While the senior’s absence changes the complexion of the matchup, Melo Trimble is ready to step up in rivalry game.

Updated: NFLPA denies union pressured Sen. Jay Rockefeller not to hold domestic violence hearing

Updated: NFLPA denies union pressured Sen. Jay Rockefeller not to hold domestic violence hearing

The union, as well as other major sports organizations, however, can’t deny past problems with domestic violence and professional athletics.

This rise takes some grounding

This rise takes some grounding

Justin Anderson’s ability to balance his explosive ability with a methodical game plan is key to Virginia’s hopes.

Terps seek rebound against Notre Dame

Terps seek rebound against Notre Dame

The Maryland women, coming off an upset that knocked them from the top 10, try to return favor vs. No. 2 Irish.

Georgetown basketball offers ‘student-for-a-day’ ticket package

Georgetown basketball offers ‘student-for-a-day’ ticket package

How to fill student seats during key games that take place over holiday break? The Hoyas have a new plan.

Good Counsel linebacker Keandre Jones commits to Maryland

Good Counsel linebacker Keandre Jones commits to Maryland

Maryland snags another local 2016 recruit in Jones, who had 59 tackles and nine sacks for Good Counsel this season.

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A veteran works through the grind

With more than 1,100 games under Ryan Zimmerman’s big league belt, how does the Nationals star prepare for 162 games in 182 days?

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