Thom Loverro
Columns by Thom Loverro
LOVERRO: Michael Trainer, Sugar Ray Leonard’s agent, was always in the shadows
Trainer, who was regarded throughout his life as being able to represent Leonard and stand up to the big-name promoters, quietly died last week. He was 74. Published December 10, 2015
LOVERRO: For once, Kirk Cousins wasn’t at fault for errors in Redskins’ loss
Cousins' mistakes, including multiple interceptions, were the reason why the Redskins lost a number of games earlier in the season. On Monday, in losing to the Cowboys, he wasn't at fault. Published December 8, 2015
LOVERRO: Monday’s game looks like one Jay Gruden would prefer to forget
The Redskins' coach was bleary-eyed and forlorn on Monday night, after a back-and-forth affair led to a series of late miscues and an eventual 19-16 loss to the Cowboys. Published December 8, 2015
LOVERRO: Security at stadiums a sign of how much the world has changed
When the Redskins played the Eagles on Dec. 7, 1941, owner George Preston Marshall refused to allow word of the attacks on Pearl Harbor to be broadcast in the stadium. Stadium security has had to progress greatly since then. Published December 6, 2015
LOVERRO: Kobe Bryant’s impact on basketball reaches across the globe
Bryant's illustrious career earned him admirers across the globe, including Emma Xu, who grew up in Beijing mesmerized by the Lakers' star and began a web site devoted to him when she was just 11 years old. Published December 3, 2015
LOVERRO: By signing Jordan Zimmermann, Tigers acknowledge shutdown worked
A year before the Nationals shut down Stephen Strasburg as part of his recovery from Tommy John surgery, they did so with Zimmermann. The contract the Tigers handed to Zimmermann demonstrates they believe in that plan. Published December 1, 2015
LOVERRO: Redskins can see the light in an otherwise dark NFC East
The Redskins took over first place in the once-mighty, now-puny NFC East, and considering their remaining schedule, they may be able to do enough to keep a hold on it through the remainder of the season. Published November 29, 2015
LOVERRO: Larry Lucchino addresses leaving the Red Sox, baseball in Washington
Lucchino, who served as an executive with the Redskins, Orioles and Padres before joining the Red Sox in 2001, recently stepped down from that role. He addressed that departure and his future plans in an interview. Published November 26, 2015
LOVERRO: They may not be a playoff team, but the Redskins can make the playoffs
The last three times the Redskins qualified for the playoffs, they were mediocre near the midpoint of the season before stringing together multiple victories. With six games left, it's possible they can do it again. Published November 24, 2015
LOVERRO: Heisman Trophy should be next honor for Navy’s Keenan Reynolds
One of the main qualifications for the Heisman Trophy is excellence with integrity. No player in college football may exhibit those traits better than Reynolds, Navy's record-setting quarterback. Published November 22, 2015
LOVERRO: Bryce Harper now among Washington’s elite with NL MVP selection
Harper was expected to one day be a Major League Baseball star and MVP award winner, but for it to happen at just 22 years old puts him not only in elite company in the city, but in all of sports. Published November 19, 2015
LOVERRO: The Maryland/Georgetown rivalry lives, thanks to the players
The way Melo Trimble, D'Vauntes Smith-Rivera and their teammates played in the first game between the two teams in the Washington area in more than 20 years left everyone wanting more. Published November 18, 2015
LOVERRO: Jerry Richardson’s story can be instructional for today’s NFL players
Richardson, the owner of the Panthers, played two seasons in the NFL, including in the championship game in 1959. After that, he embarked upon a successful career that led to his purchase of an expansion franchise. Published November 17, 2015
LOVERRO: Kirk Cousins’ big day sends message in Redskins’ victory over Saints
Cousins didn't just dictate an offense that surpassed 500 total yards in a 47-14 victory over the Saints on Sunday. He put miles between the early-season debate between Good Kirk and Bad Kirk. Published November 15, 2015
LOVERRO: Mike Tyson, Evander Holyfield’s first bout still last great heavyweight fight
The encounter, nearly 20 years ago, was retold earlier this week in an ESPN documentary and from Holyfield's perspective in a magazine piece. The two fighters, from different backgrounds, went different ways. Published November 12, 2015
LOVERRO: With the Redskins, there’s always a hope tomorrow will bring better days
The Redskins used to sell today to their fanbase, but it wasn't pretty, so they began to sell tomorrow. That's when good things will happen, because new coaches and new general managers always need time. Published November 10, 2015
LOVERRO: Greg Hardy’s ‘second chance’ only means an opportunity for Jerry Jones
Jones, the Cowboys' owner, said Hardy now has the chance "to move forward with his life" after domestic violence allegations, yet it's clear that by standing by Hardy, Jones only has winning and success in mind. Published November 8, 2015
LOVERRO: Colt McCoy, unaware of preseason competition, still hoping to start
McCoy believes he had stated his case to be the Redskins' starting quarterback this preseason and acknowledges he was surprised when coach Jay Gruden said there was a competition in training camp. Published November 5, 2015
LOVERRO: Hiring of Dusty Baker gives Nationals a respected, admired leader
Baker is a three-time National League Manager of the Year whose knowledge of the game and experience in a variety of situations is exactly what the Nationals need from someone in that position. Published November 3, 2015
LOVERRO: Isn’t it bizarre respected manager Dusty Baker doesn’t have a job?
Baker, the runner-up for the Nationals' managerial opening, is on the verge of sitting out a second consecutive season. it's a curious spot for a three-time Manager of the Year, especially with so many offseason changes. Published November 1, 2015
