Update from DOWN THE SHORE!
After a light skirmish with Hurricane Charley for control of the New Jersey Beachfront, the storm was sent along its oceanic path with no damage done to the beloved beaches that we frequent.
Erica left the beach yesterday, and her trip back to Northern VA was very quick and painless.
ANOTHER 2004 PENN STATE PREVIEW
NCAA Football Preview – Penn State Nittany Lions –
The Sports Network
Here is another rundown of this year’s Nittany Lion squad. It basically reiterates that we the Defense is mostly intact from last year, though some newcomers will likely get a chance to shine (Dan Connor and Paul Posluszny).
The final conclusion is that if Our Lions win at least two of the three non-conference games before facing Wisconsin on Sept. 25 in Big 10 Play, they should have a pretty good season.
GO BIG D
DEFENSE COULD DOMINATE IN THE BIG TEN –
Patriot-News
Defense! Defense! Defense! This is going to be a big key to the Big 11 Ten this year. However, I have hopes that our offense will be able to outmaneuver the defense of any competitor with the starlike combination of Zack Mills and Austin Scott. Hope Springs Eternal, so we shall see how it works out in 17 Days.
THE EXPOS OF LOUDOUN COUNTY (?)
Va. Group’s Big-League Dreams Hinge on Luring Team –
The Post
An article expressing the deep desire of the Virginia Baseball Club for acquiring the Expos as a tool for local growth, and to “crystallize Northern Virginia’s identity”, if it needs any help. And, I ask, Why does Loudoun County need help with local growth? They had the greatest population explosion in the nation, according to the latest census data. The Expos belong in D.C.
SWIMMER MICHAEL PHELPS’ DELIVERANCE
U.S. Swimmers Claim Relay Gold –
The Post
U.S. Swimming Favorite Michael Phelps dreamed of shattering the Olympic Record set in 1972 by Mark Spitz. However, with the loss to Ian Thorpe (Australia), the dream itself was shattered. However, he has picked up two Gold Medals since. This article covers this and the rest of the U.S. Olympic Team’s progress through the Games in Athens.
Published by Erica Marker, Assistant Managing Editor