Gruden: ‘A lot of work to do’
Jay Gruden agreed to a five-year deal in Washington. (Toni L. Sandys/Post)
“We’ve got to forget about the past,” says new Redskins Coach Jay Gruden at his introductory news conference.
Gruden faces tall order
COLUMN | The new coach is trying to succeed where many others have failed under Daniel Snyder.
A twisting path to D.C.
Washington’s new coach played and coached in minor leagues before moving to the NFL.
No. 1 job: Fix RGIII
COLUMN | The new coach has a reputation for helping QBs, something he needs to do here.
Maryland women dominate
Freshman Shatori Walker-Kimbrough scores 15 as No. 6 Terps cruise past Wake Forest for 13th straight win.
Wagner’s quest for Sochi spot
Two-time U.S. figure skating champion Ashley Wagner wants to put disappointments behind her.
Maddux, Glavine, Thomas to HOF
A pair of Braves pitchers and a slugging DH make history as '14 Cooperstown class is announced.
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Ariza beats former team
Trevor Ariza breaks out of his slump by scoring 21 points and making huge three-pointer in New Orleans.
Carroll signed to minor league deal
Jamey Carroll could provide competition for Danny Espinosa in the Nationals’ backup infielder spot.
Franklin expected to join Penn State
Nittany Lions target Vanderbilt coach and former Maryland assistant when Bill O’Brien returned to the NFL.
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Dave Owens asks first Jay Gruden question
The reporter who never asked a question at the Bruce Allen presser was allowed to start the Jay Gruden presser.”
Theismann talks about Jay Gruden
The Redskins legend gave the new hire his stamp of approval. ”
Gruden and the Tampa Bay Bucs
The coaching staff section of Tampa Bay’s 2005 media guide is made of gold. ”
Jay Gruden in Zubaz uniform pants
Two decades ago, we were all a lot younger and skinner (or not yet born), and Jay Gruden was wearing Zubaz.”
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Gruden says he hasn’t decided on coaching staff
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Open thread: Caps at Lightning
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Potomac Falls F Allen closes in on mark
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At the podium: Jay Gruden’s introduction
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Meet the 2013 Fall All-Mets
See who made the first, second and honorable mention teams in football, soccer, field hockey, volleyball and cross-country.
Facing cancer with dignity
Local soccer star Shawn Kuykendall, 31, battles thymic cancer with the support of his family, friends and faith.
First and 17
Inside the season with the nation’s top-rated football prospect, Woodbridge’s Da’Shawn Hand.
Sports photo galleries
Jay Gruden hired as Redskins coach
Jay Gruden, most recently the offensive coordinator for the Cincinnati Bengals, agreed to become the coach of the Redskins on Jan. 9, 2014.
Old Mill holds off Severna Park, 51-44
Patriots get it done by forcing turnovers in an Anne Arundel County matchup.
Seniors lead No. 8 Damascus to win over
Poolesville
Kauffman, Green and Prange combine for 44 points to beat Falcons.
No. 18 Roosevelt sneaks by No. 5 Clinton Christian, 68-67 in overtime
Roosevelt drained free throws down the stretch to hold off Clinton Christian in the Uptown Hoopfest on Saturday.
Wootton routs Churchill, 5-1, to remain undefeated
The Patriots scored three goals in about two minutes to beat Montgomery County rival Bulldogs.
The restless reign of Dan Snyder
Since purchasing the Washington Redskins in 1999, Dan Snyder has provoked heated emotions in the team's fans.
Jeret ‘Speedy’ Peterson: A life on the edge
Peterson, an Olympic freestyle skier, committed suicide in 2011 after battling depression.
Shanahan Era ends in D.C.
After four seasons and a disappointing 24-40 record, Mike Shanahan’s time at the helm of the Redskins ends.
Gonzaga wins 21st annual Purple Puck tournament
The Eagles beat The Hun School (N.J.), 6-0, to win the tournament for the second time in three years.
Who should be next Redskins coach?
With Mike Shanahan headed out of town, Washington needs a new head coach.
Season finale images
The Mike Shanahan era draws to a close as the Redskins fall to the Giants to finish at 3-13.
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What Jay Gruden brings to the table
Keith McMillan explains what the creative play-caller will bring to Washington.
Jay Gruden hired to coach Redskins
Jay Gruden was hired as Washington's coach, succeeding Mike Shanahan and joining a 3-13 team after working the last three seasons as the Cincinnati Bengals' offensive coordinator.
Maddux, Glavine, Thomas elected to Baseball Hall of Fame
Greg Maddux, Tom Glavine and Frank Thomas have been elected to baseball's Hall of Fame. They will be inducted in Cooperstown on July 27 along with managers Bobby Cox, Joe Torre and Tony La Russa, elected last month by the expansion-era committee.
Lindsey Vonn won’t be in Sochi, but here are seven other U.S. athletes who may step into the spotlight.
Dennis Rodman sings ‘Happy Birthday’ to Kim Jong Un
The former NBA star sang “Happy Birthday” to the North Korean leader and played with an ex-NBA squad against a North Korean team.
Fox goes fromrole player to star at E. Roosevelt
After losing its top six scorers from last year’s Maryland 4A title team, Eleanor Roosevelt, is relying on the leadership and improved play of senior Andre Fox.
Previewing No. 1 Paul VI vs. No. 9 O'Connell
Host B.J. Koubaroulis previews the rivalry match up between the Panthers and Knights.
Olympic media center opens in Sochi
Russia opened an Olympic media center in its southern resort of Sochi, one month before the start of the 2014 Winter Olympics there. The center will become home to several thousand international journalists working on the 2014 Games.
Electric race car unveiled for new Formula E series
The FIA Formula E electric race car made its debut Monday, taking a spin on the Las Vegas Strip. The car will be part of the new championship for electric cars set to begin in September.
A thinking man’s approach to Hall
COLUMN | Greg Maddux, a better than average athlete, worked and thought his way to Cooperstown.
Hall voting swings, misses
COLUMN | Cooperstown voting has become an annual embarrassment MLB deserves for ignoring steroids.
Latest dismal chapter
BOSWELL | Shanahan’s firing is the most recent example of a franchise that has lost its way.
Flawed BCS got it right on last call
COLUMN | In final act before a playoff begins, the BCS succeeded. But it’s still the wrong system.
Creek gives GW a healthy outlook
COLUMN | After injury-filled stint at Indiana, Maurice Creek hopes to end college career on a high note.
A coach who could do magic
Johnny Orr, who died Tuesday at age 86, warmed up many cold nights in Ames leading Iowa State.
This all sounds so familiar
COLUMN | The Redskins’ locker room remains harmonious but the team’s performance is woefully out of tune.
A headache of
a mixed message
COLUMN | If Mike Shanahan is protecting a healthy RGIII, why not do the same for Jordan Reed?
A visit from RGIII’s dad? So what.
COLUMN | There’s enough to fault Robert Griffin III for without complaining about a locker-room visit from his father.
Is Griffin a help or a hindrance?
COLUMN | The 2012 offensive rookie of the year should be a selling point to prospective coaches, but is he?
Jenkins: Issues remain
Mike Shanahan may go away, but the Redskins’ problems remain in the owner’s suite.
Playing well in space
COLUMN | The physicality of football is easy compared with fixing the International Space Station — just ask astronaut Mike Hopkins.
No. 1 job: Fix RGIII
COLUMN | The new coach has a reputation for helping QBs, something he needs to do here.
Coaching gig
has some appeal
COLUMN | The Redskins have the 2012 rookie of the year, a workhorse back and salary cap space. Those are good starting points for the next coach.
Strides are made, but still far to go
COLUMN | The Wizards have plenty of reason for optimism, but they’re a long way from a finished product.
Choose a talent, not a name
COLUMN | The search for a Redskins coach should find an up-and-comer who’ll make his name in D.C.
Allen is key to Maryland’s success
Point guard Seth Allen’s return from a broken foot may be the boost the Maryland basketball team needs.
Why Wall will be an all-star
COLUMN | The Wizards haven’t had an all-star since 2008, but the maturing point guard’s body of work this season merits a breakthrough.
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