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DC Sports & Entertainment News
May 2010 |
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Abe Pollin
As Washington sports moves into a new era, a look back at the man who made his mark on the city that raised and influenced him
An appreciation of
Abe Pollin... |
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The legendary Maurice Hines has anointed his successors and they are Washington, D.C. natives. Tap-dancing teenage brothers John and Leo Manzari, are wooing audiences in 'Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies,' presented by Arena Stage at the Lincoln Theater thru May 30.
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December 29, 2010
RFK Stadium
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PhotoTrack
Last month, the DC
DemonCats (in red) captured
their second straight DC Rollergirls League title with a
hard-fought victory over SFO at the DC Armory.
Photo Courtesy of James Calder |
 Mixed Martial Arts
Returns to DC Armory
Saturday, May 15
DC Armory
7 p.m.
Mixed martial arts returns to the District! Washington Combat presents "Battle of the Legends" at the DC Armory on May 15. The full fight card features nine fights including the main event between legends Pedro "The Rock" Rizzo and Gary "Big Daddy" Goodridge. Also scheduled to make his fighting debut is Francisco Salgueiro, a D.C. resident and rising MMA star. Military discounts are available for servicemen and women using the promo code "heroes." Tickets on sale now at www.ticketmaster.com. Click here for more information |
 Stamp Your Passport DCCultural Tourism DC hosts
Passport DC May 1-31
Celebrate international culture and heritage right here in the nation's capital. For four weeks in May, over 200 embassies and international cultural centers in D.C. open their doors to showcase their culture, art, music, dance and food. Activities and events include the European Embassy Tour (May 8), the International Children's Festival (May 15) and the Asian Heritage Festival (May 22) and more.
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 'It Takes More'.... Soccer Mania at RFK
D.C. United host five games in historic stadium during May
Game on! Soccer is king at RFK stadium as D.C. United host five games during the month of May culminating with their first-ever matchup against Italian giant A.C. Milan in an international friendly on May 26. There's plenty of action so head down to RFK Stadium and support the black-and-red! Tickets at www.dcunited.com/tickets. |
 DC101 Chili Cook-Off
Rocks RFK Stadium
Saturday, May 22
RFK Stadium Festival Grounds
Noon - 9 p.m.
The 2010 DC101 Chili Cook-off, featuring headliners Stone Temple Pilots and Alice in Chains, hits the RFK Stadium Festival Grounds on May 22. Tickets are available at the RFK Stadium box office from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Mon-Fri or at www.ticketmaster.com.
Feeling lucky? Here's your chance to join the fun for free! Follow us on Twitter at @dcsportsent to find out how you can win tickets. Details will be announced exclusively on Twitter!
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 Women's Pro Sports
Take Center Stage
Mystics open season
Freedom, Divas step it up
open their season at Indiana (May 15) before returning to the Verizon Center for their home opener against New York May 21. Under head coach Julie Plank, the ladies of the hardwood have their sights set on the playoffs and more. On the field, don't miss the action-packed games of the Washington Freedom and DC Divas. Click the team link for 2010 season schedule. |
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 Help Bring the World Cup Back to the U.S.!
D.C. joins 18 U.S. cities in bid to
host 2018/2022 FIFA World Cup
THE GAME IS IN US! The USA Bid Committee heads to Zurich May 14 to present the official U.S. bid to host the 2018 or 2022 FIFA World Cup. In conjunction with the other U.S. bid markets, the Washington, D.C. Bid Committee is working to secure at least 1.5 million signatures in support of the U.S. bid. Show your support! Sign the petition now to help bring the FIFA World Cup back to the U.S. and the nation's capital. Stop by the D.C. Bid Committee table at the A.C. Milan game on May 26 to learn more. SIMPLY MARVELOUS!
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DC Sports & Entertainment News Archives
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2010 EagleBank Bowl Date Set. D.C.'s college football game hit the money shot. The EagleBank Bowl received a four-year extension from the NCAA Football Issues Committee, securing its position in the District through 2013. This year's game is December 29 at RFK Stadium. The game will be broadcast live on ESPN at 2:30 p.m. ET. Get the scoop
Jimmy Fallon at the Warner. NBC's late night funny man is bringing the comedy to D.C. Jimmy Fallon performs live at the Warner Theatre May 22. The jokes begin at 8 p.m but the laughter will last all night! Get the scoop
DC Rollergirls final bout May 8. The DC Rollergirls are closing out this season at the DC Armory in All-Star style. The DC All Stars host the Dominion Derby Girls on May 8. Doors open at 3 p.m and the action starts at 4 p.m. Get the scoop
Hot start for Washington Nationals. Zimmerman is back and the Nationals are off to their best start since moving to D.C. Stephen Strausburg is wowing them in the minors and reportedly on his way to the nation's capital soon. It's only getting better for D.C.'s boys of summer. Get the scoop
Dave Matthews Band Tour heads to the nation's capital. The tour kicks off on May 20 at Dar Constitution Hall and features a live performance by legendary musician Tim Reynolds. Get the scoop 2010 Washington Ballet Purple Rain Ball. Dust off your tux or evening gown and head to the Swedish Ambassador's Residence for the Purple Rain Ball. The Washington Ballet's annual spring gala is May 13 at 7 p.m. Proceeds support the Ballet's education and community efforts. Get the scoop
To See or Not To See... that is the question. William Shakespeare's legendary play, "Hamlet," is at the Kennedy Center Opera House beginning May 19 thru June 4. Tickets range from $50-$300. Get the scoop
Newseum 4-D Experience. So you think 3-D is hot? We've got even better. Witness the most dramatic events in American journalism as portrayed in "I-Witness: A 4-D Time Travel Experience" at the Newseum this month. The exhibit features a 3-D film with fourth dimension special effects exclusive to the Newseum... Get the scoop
Summer Movie Preview. Summer is almost here and that means movies galore. There's something for everyone on the silver screen this month. A sampling..."Iron Man 2" (May 7), "Just Wright" starring Common & Queen Latifah (May 14 ), "Shrek Forever After" (May 21), "Sex in the City 2" (May 27), and "Prince of Persia-Sands of Time" (May 29). Get the scoop
Memorial Day Celebration. Honor the sacrifice of those who've lost their lives in defense of our country. Memorial Day celebration events take place throughout D.C. this month. Get the scoop |
Photo Credit:
Manzari Brothers photo by Tracy A. Woodward, Washington Post
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