World-class venues, championship-caliber teams and top-tier fan bases make for unforgettable experiences in the nation's capital. Washington, DC's sports culture goes beyond game day. With eight professional teams, a deep bench of universities and other fan-favorite leagues , athletics are central to life in DC. Spectatorship is a sport of its own, with fans who show up and show out all year long. Accessible , state-of-the-art facilities , scenic running and biking routes and buzzing fan bases make it shine as a host city . Meet DC's Home Teams Washington, DC's sports culture goes beyond game day. With eight professional teams, a deep bench of universities and other fan-favorite leagues , athletics are central to life in DC. Spectatorship is a sport of its own, with fans who show up and show out all year long. Accessible , state-of-the-art facilities , scenic running and biking routes and buzzing fan bases make it shine as a host city . Meet DC's Home Teams Home to champions & legendary athletes ⋆ Washington Capitals (NHL) : 2018 Stanley Cup champions, led by hockey legend Alex Ovechkin ⋆ Washington Nationals (MLB) : 2019 World Series champions ⋆ D.C. United (MLS) : Four-time MLS Cup champions ⋆ Washington Spirit (NWSL) : Winners of the 2021 NWSL Championship and 2025 NWSL Challenge Cup, home of USWNT stars like Trinity Rodman ⋆ Washington Wizards (NBA) : Dynamic NBA action at Capital One Arena ⋆ Washington Mystics (WNBA) : 2019 WNBA champions ⋆ DC Defenders (UFL) : 2023 North Division champions ⋆ Washington Commanders (NFL): 2020 NFC East champions ⋆ Washington Capitals (NHL) : 2018 Stanley Cup champions, led by hockey legend Alex Ovechkin ⋆ Washington Nationals (MLB) : 2019 World Series champions ⋆ D.C. United (MLS) : Four-time MLS Cup champions ⋆ Washington Spirit (NWSL) : Winners of the 2021 NWSL Championship and 2025 NWSL Challenge Cup, home of USWNT stars like Trinity Rodman ⋆ Washington Wizards (NBA) : Dynamic NBA action at Capital One Arena ⋆ Washington Mystics (WNBA) : 2019 WNBA champions ⋆ DC Defenders (UFL) : 2023 North Division champions ⋆ Washington Commanders (NFL): 2020 NFC East champions Washington Capitals Learn more about each team Your Guide to Washington Nationals Baseball Head to Nationals Park to experience exciting MLB action. Guide to Washington Spirit Soccer in DC Your complete guide to the Washington Spirit and "Rowdy" Audi Field:... 5 Reasons to See the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium Enjoy the exciting atmosphere of an NFL game this fall and winter 5 Reasons to Attend a Washington Mystics Game Check out DC's WNBA team at CareFirst Arena. Reasons to Attend a Washington Capitals Hockey Game The District's Capital One Arena is home to the 2018 Stanley Cup Cha... 10 Reasons to See D.C. United Play at Audi Field

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