Brent Simmons

My step-brother Brent Whelan — we actually have three Brents in the family — is featured in this article on DC Defenders fandom:

https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2023/04/30/dc-defenders-xfl-playoffs-dc-sports-fans/

XFL’s Defenders bring a little hope — and a lot of beer — to D.C. sports fans

With lemons, a beer snake and a win, the playoffs returned to D.C. as the XFL’s Defenders advanced to the championship game.

The Washington Post
May 1, 2023 at 4:58pmWeb
Show threadChad SalganikMay 1, 2023
@brentsimmons I was at the game yesterday sitting behind the Defenders bench. We gave loud cheers every time Brent took a practice punt or took a practice snap from the long snapper for his field goal holder responsibilities. There were “Whelan” chants. He was getting so much love from the fans. It was great.
Show threadBrent SimmonsMay 1, 2023
@ChadSal Love it!
Show threadTomMay 2, 2023
@brentsimmons That highlight photo is amazing!!
Show threadJohn Payne May 5, 2023
@brentsimmons I wonder if any of those fans will find similar enjoyment of OGDC - their local major league rugby team who is also in playoff hunt this season (and can only dream of 15k fans in attendance)