Commentary
Covering Sports; Different Time, Different World
The recent hiring of Maryland football coach Mike Locksley has George Solomon reflecting on the difference between covering sports now and in the past.
George Solomon: Remembering the Life of Jack Zane
George Solomon reflects on the life of former Maryland athletics sports information director Jack Zane. Who died on Tuesday at the age of 87.
George Solomon: Evaluating Jordan McNair Coverage
Not since the tragic death of Len Bias has the University of Maryland and its athletic department been under such close media scrutiny. But that’s been the case since the death of Jordan McNair, 19, a sophomore offensive tackle.
George Solomon: A tribute to John McNamara
John McNamara was a familiar face at the University of Maryland. He loved covering Maryland sports, which he did for decades. He loved the action on the field and on the court; the news, games, players and drama. It all ended much too soon.
Povich Center Year in Review: 2017-2018
From the 12th annual Povich Symposium to our Women, Sports and Media conference to graduation, director George Solomon recaps the past year at the Povich Center.
George Solomon on late sportswriter Bill Nack
The great sportswriter Bill Nack, who passed away in Washington on April 13 at the age of 77, loved to write. But even greater than his passion for good writing was his love of reading.