The FIFA 2026 World Cup Draw was held on Friday, December 5th at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. The ceremony saw President Trump win the FIFA Peace Prize, awarded by FIFA President Gianni Infantino, and the United States joined in Group D by Paraguay and Australia. There were many other celebrities in attendance, too, including: Ronaldo Nazário (Slides 2 & 18), Thomas Tuchel (Slide 3), Zlatko Dalić (Slides 4 & 12), Hajime Moriyasu (Slide 4), Roberto Carlos (Slide 5), Ronald Koeman (Slides 7 & 15), YG Marley (Slide 13), and Ramón Morales (Slide 17). The World Cup games will take place this upcoming summer in the United States, Canada, and Mexico throughout June and July. Tickets are available now.
The Blair Varsity Hockey team (combination of Blair, Albert Einstein, Wheaton, Northwood, and Paint Branch high schools) drew 1-1 after three periods and a tense overtime against RAM (combination of Rockville and Magruder high schools) on Friday, November 21st. This game put Blair at 3-1-2 on the season through six games with the second half of the season still remaining.
The Blazers fall 3-0 in straight sets on Senior Night, and close the regular season with 7 wins and 7 losses. Despite the loss, the seniors were in great spirits throughout the game. The night ended emotionally with a final hit from the seniors on a set from their family members. Mark your calendars for the regional quarterfinals on Wednesday, October 29th!
In response to the military parade paired with president Trump's birthday in downtown D.C., protesters across the nation gathered to combat recent ICE attacks and the authoritarian government in office.
The Blair varsity basketball team took down Einstein in a blowout win 81-42 with dominant performances from Sophomore Joel Turkson (13 pts) and Senior Yacouba Maiga (12 pts).
The Blair Blazer Girls Flag Football team fell 13-12 in Overtime in an intense matchup on Senior Night.
The official merchandise for the three host nations: United States, Canada, and Mexico
Brazilian legend Ronaldo Nazario walks to his hotel outside of the Kennedy Center
Fans pose with Mexican legend Ramón Morales
Haitian fan reports from outside of the Kennedy Center
Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman makes his way through crowd of fans
Saudis leaving Kennedy Center equipped with Canada Goose jackets
Artist YG Marley leaving the venue after performing with his mother, Lauryn Hill
Croatian Head Coach Zlatko Dalić picks up an important phone call while mingling in the Kennedy Center
Panamanian fans show pride
The main hallway of the World Cup Draw in the Kennedy Center
Argentinian fans play drums and scream chants outside the Kennedy Center
The official World Cup ball in the Kennedy Center
Fans pose for selfies with Netherlands Head Coach Ronald Koeman
Outside the FIFA World Cup Draw
Brazil Legend Roberto Carlos gets swarmed by fans after leaving the Draw
Croatia Head Coach Zlatko Dalić and Japan Head Coach Hajime Moriyasu shake hands
England Head Coach Thomas Tuchel side eyes an opponent inside the Kennedy Center
Brazilian legend Ronaldo Nazario (aka R9) makes his way to his hotel after attending the Draw
The stage is set for the World Cup Draw
Blair goalie watches congested action on the opposite end
Blair captain Killebrew assumes defensive position
Blair players celebrate following a goal
RAM player skates forward infused with passion
Blair forward Campbell stickhandles the puck away from a RAM player
Blair forward Campbell shoots towards the net
Blair players await action in front of packed crowd
Ref drops puck for face-off
Blair and RAM face off in beautiful Wheaton Ice Arena
Blair and RAM players tussle for the puck
#15 Prepares to Serve
#16 and #18 Share a Joke
#6 Smiles in the Light
#15 and #18 Block Together
Ref Watches Commotion from Above
#2 Carefully Eyes the Ball while Serving
#15 Says What are Those?!?
Seniors Hold Up Baby Picture Cut Out in honor of Senior Night
#8 Sets the Ball
#10 and #3 Jump in Unison
#10 Goes Up for Block
Players Look in Search of Assistance
#16 Makes Play with Back to Net
Players and Coach Deliberate in Huddle
#2 Smiles for Love of the Game
Ready for Action
Players Huddle after Tough Point
National Gaurd in idle
National Guard troops stationed in Washington, D.C.
National Guard troops stationed in Washington, D.C.
Cover Volleyball
Players wore pink shirts and pink ribbons to support the cause for breast cancer awareness.
Team morale was high as players made successful strikes and aces throughout all three games.
The Blazer Pride Marching band playing a brief piece to open up the event.
County leaders present a proclamation celebrating Blair’s 100th anniversary.
Damon Monteleone speaking at the press conference kicking off Blair’s 100th anniversary
Teachers and community members ask Murga questions regarding immigration legislation
Ricardo Murga explains how recent immigration policy changes affect families facing deportation.
Signs everywhere!
Young protestor smiles in solidarity
Protestors gather on the side of the street
Protestor holds creative sign
Kids enjoy protest
Protestor passionately chants for justice
Latino protestors sit hesitantly amid ICE attacks
Protestors anticipate the incoming cars
Protestor waves American flag
Protestor and driver wave in solidarity
Protestors stand on side of road
Protestors hold signs high and proud
Protesters pose with creative signs
Captain Maryland to the Rescue
Blair bench yells instructions for players
Senior Daniel Potts chuckles with opposing player
Sophomore Joel Turkson shoots a layup
Blair current five on the court, led by Sophomore Joel Turkson, mingle about
Sophomore Paul Ransom shoots a jumper in crowded court
Einstein player takes a lonely free throw in front of the Blair bench
A packed student section gets animated after a nice bucket
Players begin to huddle up before the game
Senior Momodou Kuyateh and Sophomore Joel Turkson perform their handshake prior to the game
Senior Daniel Potts stands idle in the closing seconds of the first quarter
The flags on Blair Boulevard illustrate Blair's international nature.
Senior Emma Acquoi lines up to run her route
Coach deliberates with players before a critical fourth down
Senior receiver Emma Acquoi sprints past defenders
Senior quarterback Sarah O'Connor launches tight spiral pass
Blair players attempt to stop Richard Montgomery ball carrier
Blair defensive lineman lines up to rush the Richard Montgomery quarterback
Senior Fiona Muir walks out with her friends and family
Senior Ezra Lewis poses with her friends and family
Senior Chloe Ciabotti walks out with her friends and family
Senior Joni Chuka walks out with her wrestling coach and friends
Senior Mia Brown poses with friends and family
Senior Quarterback Sarah O'Connor sprints towards sideline
Senior Emma Acquoi and Junior Camille Wade celebrate a touchdown
Players thank fans for support prior to game
Senior Sarah O'Connor fires a pass downfield
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Senior defender Sohccem Ruphael stands with the rest of team during senior night celebrations
The Blazers ready for the game.
Junior Alejandro Mendez Sanchez enters the field with a red smoke trail.
Blair Football Coach Nosoff pep talks the team.
