Vital Weekends Put Skins and Dolphins in Must-Win Sprint
The Miami Dolphins and Washington Redskins enter crucial playoff runs with must-win games Saturday. Miami faces the Bills needing a win to stay alive and then needs Baltimore to lose to secure the division, while Washington, after facing the Rams, could sneak into the wild card if Minnesota or Chicago falter. Other Week 14 games affect divisional races, including Cincinnati-Pittsburgh for the AFC Central, and the Bills’ draft implications loom as the postseason picture tightens.
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Handley Wins Gymnastics Meet in District Opener
Handley defeated Loudoun Valley 68.45 to 62.70 in the district gymnastics opener. Samia of LV won three of four events and was the all around winner with 27.0. Willis led Handley on bars and floor, while LV claimed top vaults. Jayvee winners included Finley, Kilby, Fleming, and Whittaker. Tickets for Handley James Wood game on sale. varsity especially anticipated as both teams undefeated.
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Legal Battle Over A's Coliseum Lease Emerges
A federal judge issued a temporary restraining order delaying any transfer or sale of the Oakland A's as legal actions proceed. The case, brought by Oakland city and county against Charles Finley and Marvin Davis, seeks 35 million dollars in damages and could stretch into the new year. Finley says he will meet with all parties to resolve the matter.
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Smith Says Season on Bench Good for Him
Washington tight end Jerry Smith says a season spent mostly on the bench has been beneficial. He notes learning perspective and says the game remains secondary to people. Smith will play his last home game Saturday against the Los Angeles Rams after being rejoined with Brig Owens.
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Munich Games Open With Peaceful Glow Amid Terror Threat
September 5, 1972 dawned bright on the Olympic Village in Munich as athletes from many nations moved about. Security wore pastel attire and carried no weapons while the crowd heard rock music in a calm setting, before Arab terrorists stormed the Israelis' headquarters and began a deadly assault.
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Munich Black Tuesday Terror Siege at the Village
An intense siege unfolds at Building 31, the team’s headquarters, as masked terrorists hold hostages and demand safe passage. Rubber tanks and masked sharpshooters surround a fortified complex while officials negotiate. Eleven Israelis and four terrorists die in a late airport shooting. the Olympic flame continues to burn.
Ali to defend heavyweight crown against Norton next year
Muhammad Ali announced plans for a September title defense against Ken Norton after the Spinks bout in February. Promoter Bob Arum said the Norton bout could be in a foreign country with a $12 million purse, contingent on Norton signing by May 1. Norton’s camp seeks another shot, while Ali expects a tough fight from Leon Spinks en route to potential later plans.
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Shaffer Wins Final Football Forecast of Year
Rollen Shaffer of Front Royal won the last Fabulous Football Forecast contest, taking $100 after a season with 15 contests and 26 000 entries. He praised his pro and Washington pick strategy, noted his workmates’ disbelief, and predicted Redskins and NFC and AFC outcomes while looking ahead to next year’s entries.
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