Redskins win Super Bowl as veteran core seals fifth title
In Minneapolis the Washington Redskins defeated the Bills 37-24 as Joe Gibbs earns his third and sweetest championship. Five veteran players including Jeff Bostic Joe Jacoby Don Warren Russ Grimm and Monte Coleman extended their careers with fourth Super Bowl rings, reflecting on the rare chance to compete at this level again. Gibbs praised leadership and an older, driven roster that stayed motivated and respected each opponent throughout the season.
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Redskins Defense Dominates Bills in 37-24 Super Bowl Win
Washington’s no names defense harried Jim Kelly, sacking him five times and forcing four interceptions two by Brad Edwards as the Redskins claim their third Super Bowl in 10 years. Mark Rypien threw for 292 yards with two touchdowns, while Art Monk Gary Clark and Ricky Sanders sparked a 17 point burst in the second quarter.
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Washington Redskins Triumph Sparks Citywide Celebration
Washington fans poured into the streets after the Redskins clinched a 37 24 Super Bowl victory, hailed as a third title in 10 years. From Capitol Hill to Georgetown fans cheered loudly while police enforced liquor rules and towed cars to keep crowds safe. Local delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton invited residents to a Capitol Hill party as crowds packed bars and public spaces, celebrating a hometown triumph.
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Caps clinch series with Penguins
Washington defeats defending champion Pittsburgh 6-4 to clinch their first series win since 1985-86. John Cruce scored the go ahead goal with 12 36 left as Dino Ciccarelli added two goals and an assist while Don Beaupre made 46 saves. Caps outscored Pens 29-14 this season.
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Williams 31 points lifts Maryland past Clemson for first ACC win
Walt Williams scored 31 points on 11 of 15 shooting including 6 of 9 from three, ending Maryland eight game losing streak with an 84 71 home victory over Clemson. Kevin McLinton added 24 as the Terrapins notched their first ACC win of the season.
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Cadets overpower Patriots for 57 to 34 win at Frederick
Frederick's Cadets overpower the Patriots 57 34 to secure an 8 4 season mark and 4 2 in the Central Maryland Conference as Angie Davis JoLynn Taylor and Julie Desmond lead with strong inside play. The Patriots drop to 4 11 and 1 2 in league play after Frederick builds a 12 2 surge early and maintains control. Davis scores 18 with 12 rebounds while Desmond also tallies 18 and Garner praises the high low offense setup.
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