Roy Hibbert takes center stage
The Georgetown alum has recovered from a slow start to become invaluable for Indiana in the playoffs.
Detwiler cleared to start Tuesday
The left-hander throws a clean bullpen session after missing only one start with a slight oblique strain.
A 12-million-step program
Walter Barrera runs more than 100 miles a week; some fear if he doesn’t, he might turn back to drug use.
RGIII: Who needs preseason?
QB says he could envision starting the season opener even if he doesn't play in any preseason games.
Czarniak on hosting Indy 500 coverage
The Fairfax County native will be the first woman to host coverage of Sunday's race.
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Kyle Porter steps right in for United
D.C. United is expecting big things from Canadian midfielder Kyle Porter, and he’s delivering so far.
Video: Bayern defeats Dortmund
Bayern Munich wins the UEFA Champions League with a 2-1 victory over Borussia Dortmund.
Penguins advance past Senators
James Neal records a hat trick as Pittsburgh finishes off Ottawa in Game 5 of their series.
Nadal, S. Williams heavy favorites
FRENCH OPEN | Returning from tendinitis, Rafael Nadal is going for his eighth title at Roland Garros.
Terps reach women’s lacrosse final
Katie Schwarzmann leads top-seeded Maryland over Syracuse, 11-10, as the Terps advance to face No. 3 North Carolina in Sunday night’s NCAA title game.
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Czarniak on hosting Indy 500 coverage
The Fairfax County native will be the first woman to host coverage of Sunday's race.”
RGIII, wedding registries and fandom
DC SPORTS BOG | In what I hope will be the last thing I write about cake pans, I try to defend everything.”
Documentary evokes D.C. hoops memories
Bobbito Garcia's film about the NYC blacktop basketball culture brings up discussion of D.C.'s own playground scene, which has a rich history as well.”
Best Week in D.C.: Ernie Grunfeld
The Wizards GM is sitting on a gem of a draft pick.”
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Phillies at Nationals discussion thread: Game 49
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Jeff Kobernus arrives in Washington
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Detwiler cleared to start Tuesday
Soccer Insider
D.C. United vs. Portland Timbers
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Softball: No. 1 Northern wins sixth straight state championship
The Patriots defeated Eastern Tech at the University of Maryland, 3-0, Saturday afternoon. The victory marks Northern’s 10th overall state title.

Madison tops Chantilly in 3OT for title
Warhawks edge Chargers, 7-6, to move on to Virginia state tournament

South River defeats Catonsville for Maryland 4A baseball title
Mitchell dominates in Seahawks’ 6-0 victory

Walter Barrera’s running recovery program
Walter Barrera was addited to crystal meth and crack cocaine until one morning in 2010 when he went for a run.

South River falls to Westminster in state championship 13-10
After two rain delays, an 8-7 halftime lead slips away from the Seahwaks in the Maryland 4A/3A final.

Dunbar’s boys and girls take first at DCIAA track & field championship.
Wilson finishes second in both overall competitions.

RGIII gets back on the field
PHOTOS | Quarterback says “the knee feels great” as he and Redskins teammates gather for OTAs.

Girls’ Lacrosse: Broadneck trounces Sherwood for Maryland 4A/3A state championship
The No. 9 Bruins are champions after a 21-5 victory over Sherwood in Catonsville.

Girls’ Lacrosse: Marriotts Ridge tops Century 15-5 for Maryland 3A/2A title
Senior Zoe Stunkenburg scored three goals and added six assists to lead Marriotts Ridge to victory.

Maryland 4A Softball: Sherwood tops Northwest 6-2 in state semifinals
Sherwood hasn’t dropped a game in two seasons and now has the chance to win a second consecutive state championship

Redskins’ training camp facility nears completion
Washington’s summer practices will take place 115 miles south of team headquarters in Ashburn.
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Madison claims Northern Region title in triple overtime
Madison beat Chantilly in triple overtime, to win the Northern Region title, 7-6.
VIDEO | The Post’s Katherine Boyle offers the latest on the Washington bridge collapse, the London machete attackers, and more.
When Walter Barrera chose ultra long-distance running over crack cocaine, he was able to slowly start putting his life back together.
Oklahoma City Thunder players tour Moore
Residents of tornado-devastated Moore, Oklahoma got a surprise visit from members of the NBA Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday. Players toured the damage and met residents. Thunder star Kevin Durant has given one million dollars to the Red Cross.
VIDEO | The Post’s Emi Kolawole offers the latest on the 80-year-old Mt. Everest climber, the London machete attack, and more.
Boys’ Lacrosse: Chantilly knocks out Langley
Chantilly defeated Langley, 8-2, to advance to the Northern Region Final. Chantilly finally earned a win against the team that had knocked it off in the state title game in each of the past two seasons.
St. Stephen’s/St. Agnes wins IAC Championship
St. Stephen’s/St. Agnes defeated Landon, 7-5, to win its first IAC championship.
Bigger concern for Nationals defense or bullpen?--Post Sports Live
The Post Sports Live crew debates whether the Nationals defensive struggles or the team’s bullpen are of bigger concern.
Beckham to retire from soccer at end of season
David Beckham is retiring from soccer, ending a career in which he transcended the sport with forays into fashion and a marriage to a pop star that made him a global celebrity.Thomas Boswell
The Nationals have no excuses
COLUMN | With the toughest part of its schedule almost over, Washington has an opportunity to become a playoff team — if it plays like it.
Thomas Boswell
Natitude adjustment needed
COLUMN | ‘World Series or Bust’ sounded like confidence in spring, but it’s proven to be a weighty burden for a team that is in some disarray.
Thomas Boswell
Earning their pinstripes
COLUMN | The Yankees don’t have a roster for the ages, yet they are back atop the AL East standings.
John Feinstein
The art of almost
COLUMN | Rangers goalie Henrik Lundqvist made only one mistake, but it was costly in a 1-0 loss to the Capitals in Game 2 of their first-round series.
John Feinstein
Cardinals are Pitino’s ‘toughest’
COLUMN | Louisville’s Rick Pitino calls his new national champions “ the 13 toughest guys I’ve ever coached.”
John Feinstein
‘Willy stuff’ sends Amherst to title
COLUMN | Willy Workman did it all for Amherst as the Lord Jeffs took the Division III title.
Tracee Hamilton
A right to know vs. a right to privacy
COLUMN | When athletes suffer injuries, everyone wants details, and no one wants to share them.
Tracee Hamilton
Thrown by a curveball
COLUMN | If he’s to become a true ace for the Nationals, Stephen Strasburg needs to learn to deal with adversity.
Tracee Hamilton
Caps, Rangers turn to goalies
COLUMN | Braden Holtby and Henrik Lundqvist have put on a goaltending clinic in the first-round series.
Sally Jenkins
From absurd to the ridiculous
COLUMN | Whether it’s anchored putters or angry dialogue, golf has been pulled into ridiculous theater.
Sally Jenkins
Excuses are the Caps’ problem
COLUMN | Rationalizing defeat instead of confronting shortcomings almost guarantees future failures.
Sally Jenkins
Courage of Jason Collins
COLUMN | NBA player’s decision to say publicly that he is gay was act of bravery.
Jason Reid
As RGIII heals, offense faces rebuild
COLUMN | The Redskins must adjust a successful system to keep their star quarterback healthy and happy.
Jason Reid
Let Harper be Harper
COLUMN | The Nats outfielder is still learning the game, but don’t change his hard-charging style of play.
Jason Reid
Gasol, Conley: Generation Next?
COLUMN | Marc Gasol and Mike Conley are providing the Memphis Grizzlies with some strong leads.
Mike Wise
NBA big men take center stage
COLUMN | The reports of the death of the center have been greatly exaggerated. Big men are thriving.
Mike Wise
Wizards should trade No. 3 pick
COLUMN | Wizards should move their pick for a guy who can help get them to the playoffs immediately.
Mike Wise
Peterson enjoys low profile
COLUMN | District boxer Lamont Peterson likes the relative quiet before a fight. But he’s ready to put on a show Saturday in Atlantic City.
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