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The DC Defenders are an outdoor football team. Based in Washington, District of Columbia, they are a member of the United Football League.

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DC Defenders Single-Game Tickets Available to the Public for 2026 Season Beginning Today

UFL DC Defenders February 2, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - The DC Defenders today announced that single-game tickets for the 2026 season of the United Football League go on sale to the public at 11:00 a.m. ET. Fans can purchase single-game tickets and explore season, group, and suite options by visiting www.theufl.com/tickets. To celebrate the start of ticket sales, the Defenders are offering a limited 48-hour "no fees" promotion on Home Opener tickets, giving fans the opportunity to purchase seats at face value with no added service charges. The offer runs fro... Full Story

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5 Things to Know About the Defending Champion DC Defenders

UFL DC Defenders January 29, 2026 - ARLINGTON, TX - January 29, 2026 - Fresh off their first ever UFL Championship, the DC Defenders return in 2026 with continuity on their side. Interim head coach Shannon Harris is back, and with training camp opening in 25 days, DC benefits from a roster already accustomed to his system. 1: Shannon Harris' Second Go-Around Shannon Harris was named interim head coach of the DC Defenders just one week before kick-off last season. What followed was one of the league's most remarkable storylines, as Harris guided DC on a s... Full Story

Media Advisory Dc Defenders to Now Host Free Fan Event on February 7

UFL DC Defenders January 29, 2026 - Due to weather, the DC Defenders fan event originally scheduled for February 1 has been rescheduled to Saturday, February 7. The Defenders will host a free fan event at Audi Field inviting fans to celebrate the team's 2025 UFL Championship season and build excitement as the team looks to defend its title in 2026. Fans can enjoy live music, meet DC Defenders players and the head coach, take photos with the UFL Championship trophy, and receive free team swag. WHAT: DC Defenders Head Coach Shannon Harris and select Defend... Full Story

DC Defenders Head Coach Shannon Harris Announces Defensive and Offensive Coordinators for 2026 the Season

UFL DC Defenders January 29, 2026 - ARLINGTON, TEXAS - Head Coach Shannon Harris today announced the team's defensive and offensive coordinators for the 2026 season. The appointments include: DC Defenders (Head Coach: Shannon Harris) Fred Kaiss (OC): The 2025 UFL Assistant Coach of the Year, Kaiss, who helped lead the DC Defenders to the 2025 UFL Championship, returns as the team's offensive coordinator, a role that he has held since 2023. During his coaching career, he has served on the offensive side of the ball in various coaching positions with Alcor... Full Story


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DC Defenders (UFL) League: United Football League
Home: Washington, District of Columbia
Class: Outdoor
Website: DC Defenders site
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Sat., Jun 14
W
DC 58 at Michigan 34 (Championship; St. Louis) Final
Sun., Jun 8
W
DC 36 at St. Louis 18 (Playoff) Final
Fri., May 30
L
St. Louis 13 at DC 8 Final
Sun., May 25
L
DC 21 at Houston 24 Final
Sun., May 18
W
Dallas 30 at DC 33 Final
Fri., May 9
W
DC 32 at San Antonio 24 Final
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