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NWSL
Washington Spirit’s Gabby Carle and Paige Metayer Bring Bingo Night to The Children’s Inn at NIH
BETHESDA, Md. — Washington Spirit players Gabby Carle and Paige Metayer visited The Children’s Inn at NIH on September 10 for a special Spirit Bingo Night benefiting children and families navigating pediatric...
Trinity Rodman Reaches 100 Washington Spirit Appearances
Event context: Washington Spirit recognized Trinity Rodman’s 100 NWSL regular-season appearances before hosting Kansas City Current on April 24, 2026, at Audi Field in Washington, D.C. Washington won the match 4–0. RiseUp’s...
Esme Morgan Honored for 50th NWSL Appearance at Audi Field
Event context: The recognition took place before Washington Spirit hosted Bay FC at Audi Field in Washington, D.C., on August 30, 2026. Washington won the match 1–0. Washington Spirit defender Esme Morgan...
Trinity Rodman on Staying Composed in Washington Spirit’s 1-0 Win
Postgame interview: August 30, 2026, Audi Field, Washington, D.C., following Washington Spirit’s 1–0 win over Bay FC. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/4DtZGVYJHBQ Washington Spirit forward Trinity Rodman speaks with RiseUp Women’s Sports in the mixed zone...
WNBA
2026 WNBA Playoff Schedule: Dates, Times and TV Channels
The WNBA has released the complete television schedule for the 2026 playoffs, outlining the dates, times and broadcast partners for the first round, semifinals and WNBA Finals. The first round begins Sunday,...
Washington Mystics Reveal Rebel Edition Uniform Honoring D.C.’s Black Broadway
The Mystics’ 2026 Rebel Edition uniform honors the women and cultural history of Washington’s U Street corridor. The team’s launch event was scheduled for May 8, 2026, at Ben’s Chili Bowl. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TvXaq6fdTeI...
Washington Mystics Clinch 2026 WNBA Playoff Berth
Washington clinched its playoff berth on August 23, 2026, with a 105–100 win over Portland at Moda Center in Portland, Oregon, together with Chicago’s loss. The Washington Mystics are headed to the...
Minnesota Lynx Defeat Washington Mystics 94–84 at CareFirst Arena
Game date: August 21, 2026. Venue: CareFirst Arena, Washington, D.C. Final: Minnesota Lynx 94, Washington Mystics 84. The Washington Mystics fell to the Minnesota Lynx 94–84 Friday night at CareFirst Arena in...
COLLEGE COVERAGE
American Sweeps Howard in D.C. Matchup
American University defeated Howard University 3-0 on Sept. 8 in a nonconference women’s volleyball matchup in Washington, D.C. The straight-set victory improves American to 4-3 on the season, while Howard falls to...
Howard Volleyball Highlights vs. Maryland | 2026 Season Opener
Howard opened its 2026 women’s volleyball season against Maryland on August 28 at Burr Gymnasium in Washington, D.C. Maryland won 3–0, taking the sets 25–23, 25–14 and 25–22. This RiseUp video accompanies...
No. 1 Maryland Dominates Rutgers 18–11 | Lacrosse Highlights
No. 1 Maryland defeated Rutgers 18–11 on April 4, 2026, at SECU Stadium in College Park, Maryland. Lauren LaPointe scored four goals as the Terrapins improved to 13–0 on Senior Day. No....
Maryland Defeats Purdue in Dominant Big Ten Performance
Maryland hosted Purdue on February 22, 2026, at XFINITY Center in College Park, Maryland, winning 99–66 on Senior Day. Maryland secured a 99–66 victory over Purdue at Xfinity Center on February 22,...
LACROSSE
New York Charging Win WLL Championship Series With 18–11 Victory Over California Palms
New York Charging defeated California Palms 18–11 in the WLL Championship Series final on March 8, 2026, at The St. James in Springfield, Virginia. This was the Championship Series title game, distinct...
California Palms Defeat Maryland Charm 20–11 | WLL Highlights
California Palms defeated Maryland Charm 20–11 on March 1, 2026, at The St. James in Springfield, Virginia, during the WLL Championship Series. The California Palms defeated the Maryland Charm 20–11 in WLL...
NY Charging vs. Boston Guard 11–10 Thriller | WLL Highlights
New York Charging defeated Boston Guard 11–10 on February 27, 2026, at The St. James in Springfield, Virginia, during the WLL Championship Series. New York Charging edged Boston Guard 11–10 in a...
New York Charging Advance After 16–13 Thriller vs. Boston Guard
New York Charging defeated Boston Guard 16–13 in the WLL Championship Series semifinal on March 7, 2026, at The St. James in Springfield, Virginia. The result sent New York into the final...
PWHL
Marie-Philip Poulin Shares Advice for the Next Generation
Montreal Victoire forward and hockey legend Marie-Philip Poulin shares an inspiring message for young girls who dream of playing professional hockey. Watch her advice: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OMC_I_TceGY Coverage: Bernie Beale, RiseUp Women’s Sports.
Coach Kori Cheverie Shares Advice for the Next Generation
Montreal Victoire head coach Kori Cheverie shares advice for young girls playing sports—believe in yourself, stay committed, and never give up on your dreams. Watch her advice: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=elO1w0JHZVs Coverage: Bernie Beale, RiseUp...
PWHL Draws 17,228 in Washington as New York Beats Montréal 2–1
WASHINGTON, D.C. — January 18, 2026: A crowd of 17,228 attended the PWHL Takeover Tour game at Capital One Arena, setting the U.S. arena attendance record for women’s hockey at the time....
PWHL Community Day Engages Fans and Young Athletes in Washington, D.C.
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/TMQ__aRWdiQ The PWHL hosted a Community Day event as part of PWHL Takeover DC, welcoming fans, families, and young athletes for an interactive experience centered around growing the game and strengthening community...
RISEUP BEYOND
Two American Women Advance as 2026 US Open Semifinals Are Set
The 2026 US Open women’s singles semifinals are set, with Americans Jessica Pegula and Coco Gauff both one victory away from advancing to the championship match. Pegula will face Aryna Sabalenka, while...
Elena Rybakina Defeats Zheng Qinwen to Become World No. 1
Elena Rybakina is the new world No. 1. Rybakina rallied from a set down to defeat Zheng Qinwen 3–6, 6–1, 6–4 and advance to the US Open semifinals. The comeback victory moves...
Washington Mystics – WNBA Draft
This media-availability interview follows the April 13, 2026 WNBA Draft. Washington selected UCLA center Lauren Betts fourth overall. RiseUp’s interview was published April 14. Washington Mystics head coach Sydney Johnson shares his...
Mystics Media Day: Fan Moments
Event date: April 21, 2026. Venue: CareFirst Arena, Washington, D.C. RiseUp’s coverage of Washington Mystics Media Day focuses on fan interactions ahead of the season. Washington Mystics players connected with fans during...
Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns Win Mixed Doubles at the Veolia Atlanta Pickleball Open
Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns defeated Anna Bright and Hayden Patriquin 11–4, 11–5, 11–4 in the mixed doubles final on May 3, 2026, at Life Time Peachtree Corners in Georgia. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/3iS6qslENjI...
Washington Mystics Reveal Rebel Edition Uniform Honoring D.C.’s Black Broadway
The Mystics’ 2026 Rebel Edition uniform honors the women and cultural history of Washington’s U Street corridor. The team’s launch event was scheduled for May 8, 2026, at Ben’s Chili Bowl. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TvXaq6fdTeI...
DC Divas Dominate in 55–12 Victory | Women’s Football Highlights
The DC Divas defeated the Baltimore Nighthawks 55–12 on May 2, 2026, at John R. Lewis High School in Springfield, Virginia. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S_pCa-WRtbM The DC Divas delivered a commanding 55–12 performance in this...
Atlanta Vibe vs. Columbus Fury | Volleyball Highlights
From the archive — March 27, 2024: Atlanta Vibe hosted Columbus Fury at Gas South Arena in Duluth, Georgia, winning the match 3–0. This highlights video covers that match and was published...