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June 24, 2007

Contact: Rich Daniel
240-676-5090
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D.C. DIVAS SUSTAIN THEIR INTENSITY WITH 51-0 WIN
Team (7-0) Looks To Complete Another Undefeated Regular Season Next Week

MEDWAY, MA—The D.C. Divas improved to 7-0 on the season with a hard fought 51-0 win on the road over the New England Intensity. They are undefeated in their first season in the International Women’s Football League (IWFL).

WR Tara Kallal was the Offensive MVP, starting the scoring with a 7-yard touchdown run. Also on the ground, Rachelle Pecovsky-Bentley starred with 163 yards on 14 carries, including a 53-yard score in the 3rd Quarter. RB Tiffany Matthews sealed with victory with a 1-yard score.

The air attack featured QB Allyson Hamlin tossing three touchdowns on 6-11 passing and 172 yards. Nikki Williams, the team’s all-time leading receiver, caught two scores, including a career-high 66-yard TD reception. Kathryn Hemlock, excelling in the defensive backfield this season, returned a punt 70 yards to the endzone.

Defensive MVP Trigger McNair lead a unit that posted the Divas’ fifth shutout of the season and 13th in the last 18 games dating back to 2006. Middle LB "Poison" Ivy Tillman also stood out, recording six solo tackles and one interception.

"Defensively they challenged us a bit early on,"said Divas Head Coach Ezra Cooper. "We were able to adjust and then shut them down for the most part. We are working very hard to finish out the season like a champion should."

The Divas victory is their 18th straight over two seasons and gives them a record of 44 wins and just 4 losses beginning with the 2003 season. They will travel to Cape Fear next on June 30th to finish the regular season. Follow all the action at www.dcdivas.com.

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The Divas are attempting to accomplish an unparalleled feat in 2007: back-to-back championships, in two completely different leagues. The Divas are comprised of women of varied professional and athletic backgrounds from all over the Washington metropolitan area. Together, these brave pioneers continue to shatter traditional sports stereotypes, while advancing athletic opportunities for women everywhere.

For more information or to schedule an interview with the D.C. Divas please contact:
Rich Daniel, D.C. Divas General Manager, Email, 240-676-5090, or visit http://www.dcdivas.com/

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