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Bill Belichick’s first game as head coach of the University of North Carolina Tar Heels ended in a loss against TCU.

Belichick’s College Debut Ends in 48–14 Loss

Suomo Quarshie ’27, Staff Writer October 2, 2025
In Bill Belichick’s first game as head coach of the North Carolina Tar Heels,the six-time Super Bowl champion watched his team lose 48–14 to Texas Christian University on their home field in Chapel Hill.
Jelena Ostapenko has faced media criticism for her words with Taylor Townsend.

Controversy Surrounds Heated Exchange Between Tennis Stars

Nicole Hobson ’28, Staff Writer October 2, 2025
Following the 2025 US Open second round match on Aug. 27, several media outlets accused Latvian tennis player Jelena Ostapenko of making racist remarks towards competitor Taylor Townsend. 
Prior to this season, Caitlin Clark had never missed a single WNBA or collegiate game.

Caitlin Clark Set To Miss Rest of WNBA Season

Lauren Liu ’29, Staff Writer October 2, 2025
Caitlin Clark will miss the rest of the WNBA season due to injuries, sidelining one of the Fever’s key players.
AI and technology are revolutionizing the way tennis is being played and judged, forcing players to adapt.

How AI and Wearables Are Changing Tennis Strategy at the Elite Level

Sophia Cuttica ’28, Staff Writer October 2, 2025
AI is guiding the future of tennis, transforming how the game is played, coached and experienced.
NFL Redzone departed from marquee format of “7 Hours Commercial Free Football.’”

NFL RedZone Ends “7 Hours of Commercial-Free Football”

Oliver York ’28, Staff Writer October 2, 2025
Days before the program’s week one return, Hanson announced on “The Pat McAfee Show” that RedZone “would add commercials heading into the 2025-2026 season.” 
Jerry Jones traded superstar Micah Parsons to Packers.

Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones Criticized for Trading Micah Parsons

Amna Shah ’27, Staff Writer October 2, 2025
In a recent trade deal, Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones traded star player Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers in exchange for defensive tackle Kenny Clark and two first-round draft picks.
The Washington Nationals fired General Manager Mike Rizzo and Clubhouse Manager Dave Martinez.

Rizzo and Martinez Out as Nationals Continue Losing Skid

Leo Herman ’27, Sports Editor September 8, 2025
Washington Nationals owner Mark Lerner fired General Manager Mike Rizzo and Manager Davey Martinez in early July after the team finished June with a 7-19 record.
The MLB All-Star Game brought in 7.2 million viewers in 2025.

NHL and MLB All-Star Games Draw in Major Viewership

Stephen Koopersmith ’26, Sports Editor September 8, 2025
Major League Baseball’s All-Star Weekend drew over 7 million viewers this year, and the NHL introduced the Four Nations Face-Off.
The Sidwell Girls varsity tennis team hopes to secure another championship title this year, after having won the DC states championship the last four years.

Sidwell Girls Tennis Prepares to Defend Championship Title

Ariana Tavakkoli ’29, Staff Writer September 8, 2025
The Sidwell Friends Girls Tennis Team enters the 2025 fall season prepared to defend its position as reigning Independent School League and DCSAA Champions.
Venus Williams returns to the courts after 16 month hiatus in order to secure certain health care benefits.

Venus Williams Returns to Tennis Amid Health Insurance Concerns

Lauren Liu ’29, Staff Writer September 8, 2025
After a 16-month hiatus, Venus Williams made a triumphant return to professional tennis in late July, defeating world No. 35 Peyton Stearns at the Mubadala Citi DC Open on July 22.
Trump slashes NIL funding for student athletes.

Trump Signs Executive Order to “Save College Sports”

Sophia Cuttica ’28, Staff Writer September 8, 2025
President Trump signed the “Saving College Sports” executive order on July 24 to cap the money college athletes earn in Name, Image and Likeness (NIL).
As the 2025 fall sports season begins, the Sidwell football team prepares to face rival football teams for the first time in several years.

Sidwell Football Takes On New Rivals and Builds Team Culture

Leo Herman ’27, Sports Editor September 8, 2025
The Sidwell Friends varsity football team's fall season is highlighted by a Nov. 8 matchup against the Maret Frogs—the first meeting between the schools since both were part of the Mid-Atlantic Athletic Conference.
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