Roman Stubbs

Washington, D.C.

Sports reporter

Education: University of Montana, BA in history, print journalism

Roman Stubbs is a reporter for The Washington Post, focusing on the intersection of youth sports and social issues. He also contributes to The Post’s coverage of the Olympics and professional hockey. He previously served as the University of Maryland athletics beat writer.
Latest from Roman Stubbs

Carl Hagelin, still recovering from injuries, isn’t ready to walk away

“My goal is to play again,” Hagelin said. “My hip needs to feel good though, to do it.”

April 21, 2023

Anthony Mantha’s ‘crazy tough’ season was a struggle. He got a mental coach to help.

“Being scratched is hard … you come back and try to get things going and get your confidence,” Mantha said. “Sometimes it’s way harder than people can imagine.”

April 20, 2023

Ethen Frank, a talent out of Nebraska, sees opportunity with the Caps

It has been a surreal year for Frank, who grew up in Papillion, Neb., a suburb just outside of Omaha.

April 19, 2023

Capitals’ shake-up continues with departures of two assistant coaches

The moves come three days after the Capitals ousted Peter Laviolette as coach.

April 17, 2023

As offseason arrives, the Capitals prep for daunting challenges ahead

The Caps need a new coach, more youth and a return to relevance after missing the playoffs. They'll have a longer-than-usual offseason to find some answers.

April 15, 2023

Capitals part ways with Peter Laviolette after three seasons as coach

Since taking over in September 2020, Laviolette, 58, failed to win a playoff series as Washington was eliminated in the opening round during his first two seasons and missed the postseason this year.

April 14, 2023

Capitals close season with a blown lead and a load of questions

After failing to hold a 3-0 advantage, the team falls in OT and reckons with its most disappointing season in 16 seasons.

April 13, 2023

As the Caps season closes, a goalie from Curry College gets a surprise call

“My dream and goal has always been to play in the NHL, to play pro hockey,” Reid Cooper said.

April 13, 2023

With help from ex-Capitals, Bruins set NHL points record

Garnet Hathaway and Dmitry Orlov helped Boston make NHL history Tuesday night.

April 11, 2023

Capitals turn up, take on the role of spoilers and turn aside the Islanders

Despite only have 17 skaters — and none of them named Alex Ovechkin — the Capitals get off to a fast start and beat the rival Islanders, 5-2.

April 10, 2023