Word on the street is that the Washington Redskins are looking into moving their training camp to Virginia Beach. For this Redskins fan, I can only say that I hope it happens. The Skins currently train at Redskins Park, after a number of years in Carlisle, PA. My sister happened to have lived in Carlisle … Continue reading Redskins training camp coming to the Beach?
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Redskins still in the playoff hunt
The Washington Redskins remain in the playoff hunt after their 22-10 win Sunday night over the New York Giants. Playing in less than perfect conditions, the Redskins improved to 7-7 on a strong performance by running back Clinton Portis, who gained 126 yards on 25 carries. Replacement quarterback Todd Collins, making his first start in … Continue reading Redskins still in the playoff hunt
Congrats to the Redskins
I thought they were going to choke (again) last night but the Chicago Bears seem to be better at it 😉 Congrats to the Redskins for hanging in there. Winning feels much better than losing. I understand that QB Jason Campbell may be out for the season. While I wish him a speedy recovery, I'm … Continue reading Congrats to the Redskins
Four arrested in Sean Taylor killing
Four people have been arrested in conjunction with the death of Redskins player Sean Taylor. Miami-Dade police department spokeswoman Linda O'Brien identified the men as: Venjah K. Hunte, 20; Eric Rivera Jr., 17 [pictured]; Jason Scott Mitchell, 17; and Charles Kendrick Lee Wardlow, 18. O'Brien said that the exact charges for each had not yet … Continue reading Four arrested in Sean Taylor killing
Opinion, please: football on TV
The matchup tonight between the Dallas Cowboys and the Green Bay Packers, both 10-1 teams, is not going to be available to a large number of households: Many fans will not be able to see the game. It's on the NFL Network, which has been in a dispute with large cable providers. The network is … Continue reading Opinion, please: football on TV
Sean Taylor: 1983-2007
Eddy Anaya kneels at the parking spot of Washington Redskins star safety Sean Taylor at Redskins Park in Ashburn, Va. on Tuesday. KEVIN WOLF | AP Redskins safety Sean Taylor passed away last night, the result of a shooting in his home. Like Jim Ducibella, I am in shock. I had just finished reading the … Continue reading Sean Taylor: 1983-2007
Skins safety Taylor shot
Redskins saftey Sean Taylor was shot in his home early Monday, according to this Washington Post story. Please keep him in your prayers.
Monday morning quarterback
The Thanksgiving weekend is a football lover's paradise, with a mix of pro and college games. I managed to catch a bit of the three pro games Thursday, a bit of the UVA/VA Tech game Saturday, and pieces of a number of pro games Sunday. I've never watched much college football, but I can honestly … Continue reading Monday morning quarterback
Thirty years too late
I've been playing musical instruments since the 5th grade, when I started on violin. (One instrument that I failed to master.) In junior high school, I switched to French horn and, in 9th grade, settled on trombone as my main instrument. We had a marching band in junior high, although we mainly marched in parades. … Continue reading Thirty years too late
Opinion, please: should she return her gold medal?
Marion Jones, the Olympic champion, has admitted to doping and returned the five medals she won in the 2000 Olympics. Local track star, LaTasha Colander-Clark of Portsmouth, was a team member of Jones' on the 4x400 relay which won the gold medal. The US Olympic Committee is calling for the return of the medals from … Continue reading Opinion, please: should she return her gold medal?
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