Recurring columns and weekly editorial series from the Redskins era.
Greetings, Shaolin Redskins fans! Today I write from among the bells and drums, the fireworks and cymbals of our village celebration. This week was an incredible, well-deserved victory, and we welcome the ascension of a young new leader! HEART LIKE A LION Sun Tzu said: “Appraise war in terms of the five fundamental factors. . … Read more
Salutations, Shaolin Redskins fans. Today I write from the mountaintop above my village. From these heights I can look down and across my quiet valley and survey the distant battlefields of the past three weeks. The lull in the campaign gives us an opportunity to gain some broader perspective on the Ball Coach’s tenure thus … Read more
Here’s to touchdowns and high fives for our beloved Redskins for the remainder of our season. Here are a few things that have occupied my thoughts during this much needed Redskins bye week… 1. Bye weeks. What do you think Redskin Park was like during these last two weeks? I have to admit, at the … Read more
1. Ba-Bye Week This week the Redskins will have time to regroup and refocus. This season is far from over, but many Redskin Fans will be in hiding until they feel it’s ‘safe’ to come out. The remaining players from years past have one thing in common – their ability to manage change. While a … Read more
Greetings, Shaolin Redskins fans. As I sit today beside the flowing waters of the reed-lined river, a butterfly flits by. A sign of change? Of rebirth? Indeed, contrary to the sun which weaves in and out of the clouds, a sign of hope? PLAGUE Sun Tzu said: “An army that does not suffer from countless … Read more
Plenty of seats have suddenly become available on the Redskins bandwagon. As I receive the reactions of Redskins fans, I get more and more upset. Yes, we lost Monday night and yes, we were embarrassed on national TV. But really, who cares? It is week 2 of our first season with a new coach and … Read more
Ah, Shaolin Redskins fans, it is with a heavy heart that I write this week. It is raining outside my little hut–a gray, misty rain, to match my mood. The Ball Coach has drawn more wisdom from Master Sun Tzu; unfortunately, this week he is on the receiving end of the lessons. Let us take … Read more
1. Mailing One In… From Home OK, the Redskins were out-coached, out-hustled, out-hit, out-run, out-played and out-scored. At one point, the Redskin Cheerleaders ran on to the field with a new cheer – You made us cry. You made us punt. Now it’s time to play some golf – Hey it didn’t ryhme, but at … Read more