The Sports Breakfast has been a fan favorite since 1966 where Sammy Baugh, of the Washington Redskins and Hall of Fame Pro Football player and coach was the first Sports Marshal. Adults and children have the opportunity to “make a memory” as they eat and listen to their “heroes” in sports. The breakfast also honors outstanding local high school and college athletes chosen to represent their schools. The Apple Blossom Sports Hall of Fame inductees will also be honored.

To help create an exciting experience, video screens are mounted to give everyone a better look at their favorite sports celebrities. Breakfast and beverages are provided. The drawing of door prizes will follow the breakfast.

VIP Experience from 8:00-9:00am includes Celebrity Meet and Greet with photo booth + Breakfast + Preferred Seating.

No Refunds.

Doors Open at 8:30 am

Questions? Email us at [email protected] or call (877) 320-3344

Title Sponsor

Presenting Sponsor

Ryan Zimmerman

2025 Sports Marshal

Zimmerman, who earned the nicknames 'Mr. National' and 'Employee No. 11', for his longevity and overall impact on the Washington Nationals franchise, spent 17 years in the big leagues and has become the face of a generation for DC sports enthusiasts. A two-time All-Star and 2019 World Series champion, Ryan holds franchise records for games played, hits, home runs, RBI, and runs amongst many others. Ryan debuted for the Nationals in 2005, just a few months after becoming the team’s first-ever draft pick out of the University of Virginia. 

Off the field, Ryan’s commitment to the community has been unrivaled since stepping foot in DC. He has been recognized with the Jefferson Award for public service, the Lou Gehrig Memorial Award for character and integrity, while he is also a multi-time Roberto Clemente and Branch Rickey Award nominee recognizing his achievements in community accomplishments. Ryan has been instrumental in helping raise awareness and funds in the fight against multiple sclerosis (MS) – and via his ziMS Foundation, has given back more than $4 million to this cause. In 2020 when COVID struck, Ryan became one of the first professional athletes to raise funds for first responders and health care workers via his “Pro’s for Heroes” campaign, and he continues to look to use his influence in helping others through a number of initiatives to this day. 

At home in McLean, VA, Ryan and his wife, Heather, are proud parents of four (4) while he continues to work with the Washington Nationals as an ownership advisor.