Jon Roetman is an award-winning sports editor with The Connection Newspapers. He joined the company in August 2009, covering Alexandria, Mount Vernon, Arlington and Potomac, Md., and now contributes to coverage in Burke, Springfield, Fairfax and Fairfax Station, as well.
Roetman joined The Connection after more than three years at the Hobbs News-Sun, a daily newspaper in Hobbs, N.M., where he covered high school and small college sports. The News-Sun promoted Roetman to sports editor after two months as a sportswriter.
The Portland, Ore., native graduated from the University of Oregon in 2005. He contributed to the student newspaper, the Oregon Daily Emerald, as a freelancer or staff writer for three years, including covering the football and men’s basketball teams.
Recent Stories
Mackey, West Potomac Best James, Lake Braddock in Shootout
Senior rivals combine for 79 points in early-season matchup.
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Shutouts are Sweet for Lake Braddock Defense
Bruins blank Robinson, earn donuts for third straight week. Last 3 weeks, Bruins beat all, 139-0.
While the Lake Braddock defense has left a sour taste in opponents’ mouths in recent weeks, the Bruins’ palates have experienced a sweet sensation — and not just the taste of victory.
Running Back Johnson Leads South County to Victory
Stallions beat Hayfield, snap two-game losing skid.
’Savvy’ Sophomore Edwards Leads Lake Braddock Bruins to Victory
Lake Braddock quarterback throws five touchdown passes.
Figueroa’s Grand Slam Revives SoCo in District Championship Softball Game
Stallions overcome early deficit to beat Lake Braddock on Monday.
