Molinaro: If Washington Commanders nickname is nixed, what follows isn’t likely to be any better Columnist Bob Molinaro writes that all the good names, as we know, are taken. May 25, 2023
Rubama: Scholars Breakfast shatters stereotype of young Black men. Nearly 1,000 were honored for academic achievements.For 25 years, the 200+ Men Foundation has recognized the excellence of young Black men in Hampton Roads who graduate with a 3.0 grade-point average or better. On Saturday, they honored nearly 1,000 graduating seniors from private and public schools. May 23, 2023
Molinaro: Sixers owner Josh Harris fired Doc Rivers after a successful season. Will his impatience follow him to Washington?Columnist Bob Molinaro writes that Harris, about to take over ownership of the Commanders, may raise the eyebrows of Ron Rivera, who has no winning seasons to show in three years as Washington's coach. May 18, 2023
Rubama: It’s my first Mother’s Day without you. Today I want to say ‘thank you,’ Mom.On this Mother's Day, Larry Rubama says "Thank You" to his mother, Maria Carrington-Lockhart. She passed away on March 3, surrounded by family and friends. May 14, 2023
Molinaro: Mets’ hopes rest on former ODU hurler Justin Verlander and Max Scherzer. Both are aging stars already dealing with injuries.Columnist Bob Molinaro reminds us that the Amazins are resting their hopes on a couple of pitchers with a combined age of 78. May 11, 2023
Rubama: Coaches wanted their team of 7-year-olds to learn about Jackie Robinson. They got a lesson and wore No. 42 jerseys.“I just felt like for our very small platform, there wasn’t a better way for us to raise awareness and commemorate and honor Jackie Robinson than this,” said coach Justin Jewell. "I just thought it was a really cool thing.” April 21, 2023
Molinaro: Brewery bids bitter farewell to Washington Commanders owner Daniel Snyder with ‘Bye Dan IPA’Columnist Bob Molinaro writes that the can reads, “Tastes like 23 years of bitterness.” After the first batch sold out, the brewery is making more. April 20, 2023
Molinaro: RGIII’s only 33, but the injury-prone quarterback’s NFL dreams might be far-fetchedColumnist Bob Molinaro writes that Robert Griffin III’s wife recently posted a video taken from her car of the former quarterback and current ESPN on-air talent running along the side of the road, proudly noting that RGIII “trains every single day just in case a team comes calling.” April 13, 2023
Molinaro: It’s difficult to figure Daniel Snyder’s worst mistake of many as Washington’s ownerBob Molinaro says signing Albert Haynesworth to a seven-year, $100 million contract might be the most egregious thing of many mistakes Daniel Snyder has made in his Washington team ownership, which is expected to end soon in a sale. April 06, 2023
Molinaro: Taylor Heinicke says ‘it’s heartbreaking to be leaving,’ acknowledges ups, downs with Commanders"I do some dumb stuff out there sometimes ... but I also fight like hell. And I know how to get W’s," the former Old Dominion star says after joining the Atlanta Falcons. March 23, 2023
Molinaro: Former Old Dominion coach says Ron Rivera botched Commanders’ QB situationBobby Wilder expects Washington fans again to chant Taylor Heinicke's name if (when?) a quarterback in the game struggles. March 09, 2023
Rubama: Michael Vick honored for playing the game his way Former NFL standout quarterback Michael Vick, who starred at Warwick High and Virginia Tech, was recently inducted into National Quarterback Club Hall of Fame. This is just the second hall of fame Vick is in. March 06, 2023
Molinaro: Hitters are also on the clock with MLB rule change, which could give pitchers a leg upNow that hitters can step out of the batter’s box only once per plate appearance and must be ready to hit at the eight-second mark, they’ll also be adjusting to the game’s new pitch clock. The New York Mets' Max Scherzer thinks that will favor pitchers. March 02, 2023
Molinaro: ODU and Norfolk State basketball make it worth keeping up with the Joneses as season heads down the stretchColumnist Bob Molinaro writes that coach Robert Jones’ Norfolk State team is within a game of first in the MEAC, while across town, Jeff Jones-led Old Dominion has bounced back to share fifth place in the Sun Belt. February 23, 2023
Molinaro: Rule changes will bring some chaos to MLBThe pitch clock, bigger bases and limiting infield shifts aren't the only tweaks. Umpires will be stricter in how they call balks. February 16, 2023
Molinaro: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar passed the scoring title to LeBron James with class and perspective.Columnist Bob Molinaro writes that Abdul-Jabbar lavishly praised the new No. 1 in an essay and asked that his fans do nothing “to in any way tarnish or equivocate his enormous achievement.” February 09, 2023
Molinaro: Commanders tell offensive coordinator candidates that Sam Howell is the QB1, but still may bring back Taylor HeinickeHeinicke, the former Old Dominion star, will reportedly be offered a one-year deal to remain with Washington. February 02, 2023
Rubama: Adults should have blown the whistle on decision to play 22-year-old assistant coach in a Churchland JV game A recording of the game at nfhsnetwork.com shows the assistant coach tracking down loose balls and scoring — and sitting on the bench a few seats away from the head coach and two assistants. February 01, 2023
Rubama: Princess Anne’s Will Bland is unique, but his hair and basketball are just the start. He’s a straight-A student accepted to MIT.This year Bland was the school’s Homecoming King, played varsity volleyball for the first time, and he's also performed leading roles in both theater and dance productions. January 20, 2023
Molinaro: National TV audience means more to the NFL than competitive balanceThe 49ers, who won their wild-card game Saturday, not only have the home field against the Cowboys (who played Monday night), but they get two more days than Dallas to recover and prepare. January 19, 2023
Rubama: A former basketball coach weighed more than 300 pounds. But his daughter’s motivation gave him a new outlook.He led the Great Bridge boys basketball team to four Southeastern District titles and an Eastern Region title in 2013. But he retired in 2017 and has become a health and wellness coach. January 13, 2023
Molinaro: College Football Playoff expansion could mean more lopsided gamesColumnist Bob Molinaro says that when the field expands from four to 12, the potential rises for more blowouts like Georgia's 65-7 thrashing of TCU for the championship. January 12, 2023
Molinaro: Is Ron Rivera’s strong character enough to save his job as Commanders’ head coach?Quarterback issues and not knowing his team could have been eliminated from the playoffs last week hasn't helped his case. January 05, 2023
Molinaro: Taylor Heinicke’s days as the Washington Commanders’ starting QB could be numberedColumnist Bob Molinaro writes that Saturday’s result at San Francisco might determine how soon coach Ron Rivera makes a decision to start Carson Wentz. December 22, 2022
Rubama: Donovon Lynch was killed last year. His father is healing by carrying on his mission to help others.The inaugural Donovon Wayne Lynch Foundation Military Basketball Showcase was held Saturday — less than a mile from where Donovon Lynch was shot and killed last year. December 20, 2022
Molinaro: Perhaps NBA MVP and ‘Clutch Player of the Year’ should be one and the sameColumnist Bob Molinaro writes that the NBA has named awards Michael Jordan and Jerry West after this week, but wonders if they should honor the same player. December 15, 2022
Molinaro: DJ Uigalelei transferring from Clemson to UVA is a reach, considering Cavaliers’ struggles under Tony ElliottAfter losing his Clemson starting job, quarterback DJ Uiagalelei is in the transfer portal. Former Clemson offensive coordinator Tony Elliott is Virginia's head coach, but who knows where Uigalelei will end up? December 08, 2022
Bob Molinaro: FCS playoff qualifiers William & Mary, Richmond to play year’s biggest football games for state teams SaturdayMolinaro writes that perhaps Old Dominion would be enjoying such a playoff opportunity more than a sub-.500 season as an FBS team. December 01, 2022
Taylor Heinicke is seeing the perks of being an NFL starting quarterback: TV air time, jersey sales and $625,000 in bonusesHeinicke has been featured on a postgame national TV interview after the past two victories — against Houston and Atlanta — and on the NFL’s official merchandise site, nflshop.com, his jersey is tagged with the “Most Popular in Jerseys” designation. November 30, 2022
Molinaro: UVA basketball coach Tony Bennett offered perspective worth repeating after his team’s victory in Las Vegas tournamentColumnist Bob Molinaro writes that Bennett's perspective about sports and life is too rarely expressed. Plus, thoughts on Taylor Heinicke as QB1 and Lane Kiffin's frequent travels. November 23, 2022