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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
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
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
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 Single-Game Tickets Available to the Public for 2026 Season Beginning Today
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 StoryMore DC Defenders stories below
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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 StoryMedia Advisory Dc Defenders to Now Host Free Fan Event on February 7
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 StoryDC Defenders Head Coach Shannon Harris Announces Defensive and Offensive Coordinators for 2026 the Season
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 StoryDC Defenders News
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- 5 Things to Know About the Defending Champion DC Defenders - January 29, 2026
- Media Advisory Dc Defenders to Now Host Free Fan Event on February 7 - January 29, 2026
- DC Defenders Head Coach Shannon Harris Announces Defensive and Offensive Coordinators for 2026 the Season - January 29, 2026
- DC Defenders to Host Free Fan Event on February 1 - January 26, 2026
- DC Defenders Announce 2026 Season Schedule - January 22, 2026
- DC Defenders Complete Day Two of the United Football League Draft - January 14, 2026
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- 2026 Defenders Season Tickets on Sale Today - October 28, 2025
- United Football League Announces Washington, D.C. Player Showcase this Sunday, September 28 - September 24, 2025
- DC Defenders Wide Receiver Cornell Powell Signs with Houston Texans - August 19, 2025
- DC Defenders Offensive Lineman Mason Brooks Signs with Miami Dolphins - August 19, 2025
- DC Defenders Cornerback Michael Ojemudia Signs with Dallas Cowboys - August 18, 2025
- DC Defenders Running Back Deon Jackson and Offensive Lineman Gunner Britton Sign with Detroit Lions - August 10, 2025
- DC Defenders Wide Receiver Braylon Sanders Signs with Washington Commanders - August 2, 2025
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League: United Football LeagueHome: Washington, District of Columbia
Class: Outdoor
Website: DC Defenders site
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DC Defenders Scoreboard
| 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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DC Defenders Headlines
- VIDEO: Coach Said It Best #football #UFL #touchdown - UFL YouTube (December 29)
- VIDEO: Best of DC Defenders QB Jordan Ta'Amu in 2025: United Football League - UFL YouTube (December 26)
- VIDEO: Any Guesses on How Long the Beer Snake Was? #UFL #football #beer - UFL YouTube (December 10)
- VIDEO: Every DC Defenders Touchdown by Cornell Powell in 2025 - UFL YouTube (December 3)
- VIDEO: Best of DC Defenders WR Ty Scott in 2025: United Football League - UFL YouTube (November 21)
- VIDEO: Right Where He Wanted It - UFL YouTube (November 14)
- VIDEO: The DC Duo Is MEAN - UFL YouTube (October 1)
- VIDEO: The DC Player Showcase Did Not Disappoint - UFL YouTube (September 30)
- VIDEO: Joe Wallace with the Doorstep Denial - UFL YouTube (September 19)
- VIDEO: Jordan Ta'Amu Reflects on a College Football Moment That Hit Close to Home - UFL YouTube (September 5)
- VIDEO: Best of DC Defenders WR Chris Rowland in 2025: United Football League - UFL YouTube (September 3)
- VIDEO: Cornell Powell's Favorite Memories from Clemson - UFL YouTube (August 29)
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