The 96-hour whirlwind of watching the Pittsburgh Steelers defeat the Minnesota Vikings 24-21 in Dublin was a dream for this average fan. In between Thursday’s 6 PM/ET departure from Dulles International Airport and Monday’s 5:30 PM/ET return home, I forged new friendships, renewed old ones, and lived unforgettable moments. The trip was a kaleidoscope of Black and Gold pride, shared with Steeler Nation in Ireland.
Anticipation Builds on the Journey
Leaving Dulles with a backpack and gym bag, I protected my Black and Gold gear. A TSA agent’s “Here we go” and the people in line with Steelers hats and jackets fired me up.