Benjamin Standig - Profile and Journalist Details

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Biography

Ben Standig is a Staff Writer for The Athletic, covering the Washington Football Team and Washington Wizards. The native Washingtonian crisscrossed the area for more than a decade writing about numerous teams, leagues, and events that helped shape the region with a primary focus on the Wizards, the Washington Football Team and college basketball. He most recently worked as a beat writer for NBC Sports Washington, had bylines with outlets including Associated Press and USA Today, co-founded the subscription website The Sports Capitol, and is a two-time winner of The Huddle Report's annual NFL mock draft contest.

Content

Total articles 8021

• How Daron Payne's massive (and surprising) contract got done and what it means for Washington

  By Benjamin Standig Verified

  Mar. 13, 2023

• After Panthers trade for No. 1, quarterbacks go 1-2-3-4

  By Benjamin Standig Verified

  Mar. 13, 2023

• Commanders, Daron Payne agree to 4-year, $90 million deal: Source

  By Benjamin Standig Verified

  Mar. 12, 2023

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Company Info

The Athletic

The Athletic Community, founded in 2013 and based in Portland, Oregon, is a sportswear company dedicated to building meaningful relationships through durable, active-lifestyle products. The company emphasizes community and celebrates movement, whether by bike, foot, or other physical activities. The Athletic Community specializes in athletic apparel and accessories, offering technical tees, casual clothing, and performance-oriented wear. Their product range includes workout gloves, foot bands, arm sleeves, body mats, and high-quality sport socks. Many items are available as limited editions, with styles rotating frequently to keep the offerings fresh. The brand appeals to individuals seeking both casual and technical clothing for sports, outdoor activities, and everyday wear, reflecting Portland’s active lifestyle culture. Currently, The Athletic Community is promoting a 30% off "Moving Sale" to celebrate its relocation to N. Williams Ave. in Portland. The company is backed by investors like O’Reilly AlphaTech Ventures and competes with other brands in the athletic apparel market.