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Tom Schad

After spending nearly two years as an intern at The Washington Times, Tom Schad rejoined the staff as a sports reporter in August 2014. A Colorado native and American University graduate, he previously served as a reporter and copy editor at The Washington Post, The Baltimore Sun and MLB.com. He can be reached at tschad@washingtontimes.com

Articles by Tom Schad

Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins stays focused on role as a backup

Amid trade speculation and media attention, the third-year Redskins quarterback is concentrating only on improving before Washington's preseason finale in Tampa Bay.

August 25, 2014

With return of Jason Hatcher, Redskins’ defense turns in impressive performance

In his debut with Washington, Jason Hatcher records a sack and is the catalyst for the team's strong defensive showing in Baltimore.

August 24, 2014

Jason Hatcher, Redskins’ top defensive newcomer, set for preseason debut

Coaches like to say that players like Hatcher have a bit of an edge, or a mean streak. Hatcher said he is "a hard guy." But perhaps veteran cornerback DeAngelo Hall described him best. "Just a dog," Hall said. "Just a gangster, man. He's unblockable."

August 21, 2014

Working quickly has been ingredient for success for Nationals’ Doug Fister

According to one statistic, Fister works faster than all but four major league pitchers, keeping opposing batters on edge and the defense on its toes.

August 21, 2014

Feeling ‘a whole lot better,’ Redskins RB Chris Thompson returns to practice

The second-year running back, who had been out nearly two weeks with a sprained right ankle, participated in individual drills Wednesday afternoon.

August 20, 2014

After string of close games, Nationals win big over Diamondbacks, 8-1

After squeaking out several close games, Washington rides Stephen Strasburg's arm and Ian Desmond's bat to an 8-1 win over Arizona.

August 20, 2014

Nate McLouth to have shoulder surgery, miss rest of season

McLouth was placed on the disabled list Aug. 2 with what was initially described as shoulder inflammation. Manager Matt Williams said the 32-year-old outfielder has since been diagnosed with a torn labrum. He will have surgery Thursday and is expected to be ready for spring training in 2015.

August 19, 2014

Johnny Manziel struggles, makes obscene gesture in loss to the Redskins

The ballyhooed Browns quarterback struggles with inaccuracy and raises his middle finger toward Washington's bench during the second preseason game for both teams.

August 19, 2014

Nationals walk off with another win in wacky 11-inning affair

Washington's second walk-off win in as many nights, a 6-5 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates, allowed the Nationals to sweep their second consecutive series and expand their division lead over the Braves.

August 17, 2014

Colt McCoy prepares to face former team, and uncertain future with the Redskins

Colt McCoy, who was drafted by the Browns in 2010, had no intention of signing with the Redskins at the beginning of free agency. Now he's trying to show them why they should keep a third quarterback on their roster.

August 17, 2014

Washington Nationals keep rolling with 4-3 walk-off win over the Pirates

The first baseman ties the game with a two-run homer in the eighth and Wilson Ramos delivers in the ninth to give Washington sole possession of the best record in the National League.

August 17, 2014

Alfred Morris quietly improves as a receiver for the Washington Redskins

Again overshadowed by Robert Griffin III and the addition of DeSean Jackson, the Redskins' running back has made important improvements as a pass-catcher this summer.

August 16, 2014

Redskins WR Leonard Hankerson: ‘I feel like I’m close’ to returning

Nearly nine months after undergoing surgery to repair the ACL and LCL in his left knee, Redskins wideout Leonard Hankerson takes a significant step in his rehab process, running routes and catching passes after practice.

August 15, 2014

Cody Hoffman starred as rare non-Mormon at BYU before joining Redskins

Hoffman spent five seasons at Brigham Young University, graduating last year as the most prolific receiver in the program's 91-year history. But at a school where 98.5 percent of the student body belongs to the Church of Christ of Latter-day Saints, Hoffman was a religious foreigner.

August 12, 2014