Do you or someone you know meet the following criteria? Self-identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender; A graduating high school senior or current college student and have demonstrated academic success; Actively involved/participate in interscholastic athletics or a competitive sport (club sport, recreation league, etc.); Reside in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area to include: the District of Columbia, Prince George’s County (MD), Montgomery County (MD), Calvert County (MD), St. Mary’s County (MD), Arlington County (VA), City of Alexandria (VA), Fairfax … →

WASHINGTON, D.C., April 30, 2013 — Team DC, the association of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered (LGBT) sports clubs in the greater Washington region, announced its strong support for Jason Collins who publicly disclosed his sexual orientation in a recent interview with Sports Illustrated. “The impact of Jason’s announcement cannot be overstated” said Team DC Executive Director, Brent Minor.   Minor added, “Collins’ courage to come out is an example to others and helps to shatter the misconceptions some people have … →

Thanks to those that joined us for the Spring Casino Night on Saturday, April 27 at Buffalo Billiards at 1330 19th Street, NW.  Proceeds benefited the 8 local sports clubs that ran the tables that night. The Fall Casino Night will take place on Saturday, November 16 and will be held at Buffalo Billiards.  The 2013 Casino Night Series is sponsored by: Metro Weekly (www.metroweekly.com) J James Braeu, Residential Specialist at Coldwell Banker (www.jamesbraeu.com) Congrats to the winners of the Spring Raffle Prizes: #1 … →

Thanks to all who attended Team DC’s second annual Night OUT at the Wizards on Friday, February 8.  The Wizards beat the Brooklyn Nets no doubt in part because of the great start given by the Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington as they sang the National Anthem.   We appreciate your support of the Night OUT Series!    

Night OUT Events in 2013! The 2013 Night OUT Series will launch with a special Kick-Off Party on Sunday, January 27 at Nellie’s Sports Bar.  This will be followed by the Night OUT at the Wizards on Friday, February 8 vs. the Brooklyn Nets.  Ticket information will be available shortly.  Other Night OUT events include: The Night OUT at the Nationals is set for Tuesday, June 25 vs. the Colorado Rockies. Plan your Calendars NOW! The Night OUT at the Kastles (World Team Tennis) will be in July. The Night … →

Check out Team DC’s champions on the cover of  Metro Weekly! This  issue features stories on the 2012 Champions Award recipients, the Team DC scholarship winners, and Patrick Burke from the “You Can Play” project, the featured speaker at the 2012 Champions Awards reception. Check out the stories below: Story on Champions Award winners: http://metroweekly.com/feature/?ak=7809 Story on Team DC Scholarship winners: http://metroweekly.com/feature/?ak=7808 Story on Patrick Burke: http://metroweekly.com/feature/?ak=7810