Ted's Blog

Ted’s Take is the official blog from the renowned entrepreneur, investor, philanthropist, filmmaker, sports and business executive Ted Leonsis.

District E Powered by Ticketmaster/Esports 

District E Powered by Ticketmaster/Esports Last Friday, we officially opened District E Powered by Ticketmaster, a brand new esports and entertainment venue steps away from Capital One Arena through Gallery Place.…

25 Years of Capital One Arena  

In 1998, I was president and vice chairman of America Online and I bought season tickets and a suite for our company. I loved hockey and I would go to…

Your Vote Counts

Bradley Beal voted for the first time in 2020, nearly 10 years after he was first eligible. “I didn’t think my vote counted,” he said at the time. Well, it…

As some seasons end, a new set of seasons begin

Washington Mystics The Washington Mystics recently celebrated their 25th Anniversary season. To conclude this milestone season, the team returned to the playoffs marking the eighth postseason appearance under Head Coach…

Mental Health Awareness Month

How are you doing? May is Mental Health Awareness Month which should serve as a reminder to check-in genuinely with yourself and others. From personal experiences of losing friends to…

Capitals End of Season

Following the unprecedented initial phase of the pandemic, we were thrilled to gather with fans again and see your smiling faces at Capital One Arena. Capitals fans are the best…