The QB Club - Redskins Player of The Year

December 15: I had the opportunity to cover the 44th Redskins Player of the Year Awards Dinner hosted by The Quarterback Club of Washington. The event took place at The Westin in Tysons Corner, VA. Upon arriving at the hotel, I checked out the scene and was drawn toward the VIP reception where a few of the players were signing memorabilia and having pictures taken of them. There was also a live & silent auction and raffle prizes.

The 2009 nominees for the Redskins Player of the Year Award were London Fletcher, Andre Carter, Rocky McIntosh, DeAngelo Hall, and Albert Haynesworth. It's good to note that last year's nominees were: Clinton Portis, Chris Horton, London Fletcher and Jason Campbell.

The Master of Ceremonies was Rick "Doc" Walker. Recognition was also given to former Superbowl Legend Mark Rypien & Charley Taylor, Sam Huff, Brian Mitchell, Charles Mann, Ron McDole, Mike Bragg, Andre Collins, Pat Fischer, Darryl Grant, Ken Harvey, Roy Jefferson, Raliegh Mckenzie, Rich Milot, Mike Nelms, Neal Olkewicz, Ron Saul, Virgil Seay, George Starke, Clarence Vaughn, and other former Redskins and NFL players. The presenter of the award was Four Star Air Force General Craig McKinley.

The event benefitted Operation Second Chance, The Fisher House and The Boys and Girls Club of Greater Washington. It was good to be a part of a night that recognized the achievements of these athletes and one that benefits our soldiers.