Mayor Bowser to Celebrate DC Defenders’ UFL Championship Victory

(Washington, DC) - On Friday, July 11 at 1 pm, Mayor Muriel Bowser will host a celebration to honor the DC Defenders and their 2025 United Football League (UFL) Championship victory. The event will celebrate the team's achievements, recognize its impact on the city, and highlight Washington, DC's continued status as the District of Champions. The Defenders secured their first UFL title on June 14, 2025, under Head Coach Shannon Harris.

Through strategic investments, the Bowser Administration is growing DC's reputation as the Sports Capital. The Mayor's FY26 Budget, Grow DC, doubles down on this commitment to sports and entertainment, as these sectors continue to drive job creation, tourism and citywide economic growth. Learn more at budget.dc.gov.

When:
Friday, July 11 at 1 pm

Who:
Mayor Muriel Bowser
Thennie Freeman, Director, Department of Parks and Recreation
Shannon Harris, Head Coach, DC Defenders
Quarterback Jordan Ta'amu and members of the DC Defenders

Where:
John A. Wilson Building
Ceremonial Room (Room 509)
1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
*Closest Metro: Federal Triangle*
*Closest Bikeshare: 14th & D St NW / John A. Wilson Building*

Press interested in attending the event are asked to RSVP to [email protected]. Registration is required to attend, and is open to press only.

The DC Office of Cable Television, Film, Music and Entertainment will provide a live feed of this event. To view the event, visit mayor.dc.gov/live, tune in on Channel 16 (DCN), or watch on Mayor Bowser's Facebook or X.

Mayor Bowser X: @MayorBowser
Mayor Bowser Instagram: @Mayor_Bowser
Mayor Bowser Facebook: facebook.com/MayorMurielBowser
Mayor Bowser YouTube: https://www.bit.ly/eomvideos
Mayor Bowser LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mayorbowser