Miami Dolphins Foundation Names Jennifer Jehn Executive Director
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October 19, 2016
Miami Dolphins Foundation Names Jennifer Jehn Executive Director
Miami, FL – The Miami Dolphins today announced Jennifer Jehn has been named Executive Director of the team’s foundation. In her new role, Jehn will provide strategic leadership for the foundation and steer it to achieve its full mission and financial objectives. Additionally, she will develop and execute a successful and diversified fundraising strategy and serve as an ambassador of the foundation’s efforts.
“This is an exciting time for the Miami Dolphins Foundation and adding a proven leader in Jennifer will elevate our philanthropic reach and efforts with our signature programs including the Dolphins Cancer Challenge, Alumni Weekend and Fins Weekend while playing a central role in achieving our mission,” Miami Dolphins President & CEO Tom Garfinkel said. “Jennifer has a diverse background and a track record of success that will unify our foundation and move us forward to support, educate and impact the South Florida community.”
Jehn will direct and lead the foundation’s signature fundraising events, including the Dolphins Cancer Challenge, which has raised more than $16.5 million for innovative cancer research at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, as well as Fins Weekend, the foundation’s largest annual event, featuring coaches and players with funds benefiting City Year Miami programs at Carol City and Norland High School.
She joins the Dolphins after serving as the chief executive officer and president of Keep America Beautiful, whose mission is to end littering, improve recycling and beautify America’s communities. While there, Jehn led the organization’s efforts to inspire and educate people to take action every day to improve their communities. Jehn set strategic direction and goals, drove revenue plans to diversify and grow funding, facilitated partner relationships and monitored results for mission impact.
“I am honored to have this great opportunity with the Miami Dolphins Foundation, a brand that resonates locally, nationally and globally,” Jehn said. “The Miami Dolphins are synonymous with impactful programs that service the community in a meaningful way and I look forward to working with the team to build upon this great tradition to elevate the foundation’s reach.”
Prior to joining Keep America Beautiful in 2014, Jehn held several leadership positions with News Corporation, including head of consumer marketing and revenue for Dow Jones & Company. She joined Dow Jones from the New York Post, where she had been a senior vice president, responsible for marketing, corporate communications, digital media and human resources.
Before joining the New York Post, Jehn held executive leadership positions for startup organizations Fortress Technologies and Liquidmetal Technologies. In addition, Jehn was executive vice president of marketing for News America Marketing and worked as senior vice president of marketing and human resources for TV Guide. She also worked as vice president of strategic planning and senior vice president of marketing and human resources for News America, FSI.
Jehn holds a bachelor’s of science degree from the University of Wisconsin.
Miami Dolphins Host Hometown Huddle in Partnership with PACER
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October 18, 2016
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Miami Dolphins Host Hometown Huddle in Partnership with PACER
Miami Lakes, Fla. – Miami Dolphins alumni Troy Drayton, Lousaka Polite and Twan Russell and cheerleaders Etta, Kristan and Rachael, in partnership with United Way and PACER, hosted a Hometown Huddle at Bob Graham Education Center on Oct. 18. The group hosted a Gatorade Junior Training Camp as the students participated in several fitness-orientated stations and learn the benefits of hydration and staying physically active.
“Today we’re partnering with United Way and PACER for this tremendous event. Tomorrow is Unity Day, so we’re out here showing the kids a good time and we’re also delivering an anti-bullying message,” Miami Dolphins alum and Youth Programs Manager Troy Drayton said. “So today’s a special day for us. It’s just a part of what we do and a part of the Miami Dolphins being in the community.”
Additionally, a UNITY station was added in honor of UNITY day. The kids pledged against bullying and created crafts using positive words. The Dolphins are working closely with PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center to spread awareness of bullying prevention and to celebrate Unity Day to be united for kindness, acceptance and inclusion. PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center, which initiated National Bullying Prevention Month and Unity Day, encourages students, parents, teachers, community members, schools and organizations to wear and share orange to support those who experience bullying.
“Unity Day is an opportunity to make a powerful statement that encourages everyone to unite for kindness, acceptance and inclusion,” PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center Director Julie Hertzog said. “Bullying affects one out of every four children each year, and many say they feel alone in their experience. On Unity Day, we show our support and pledge to create safe environments for all children.”
The day concluded with a Fins Frenzy, hosted by Dolphins Alum Twan Russell with mascot T.D. The Dolphins highlighted the importance of education, physical fitness and positive choices.
The Miami Dolphins Youth Programs’ mission is to emphasize the importance of education, physical fitness, and positive choices for kids in a safe and fun environment. The Miami Dolphins Youth Programs’ vision is to prepare the next generation of leaders in staying physically active through our Junior Training Camps (JTC), Youth Football Clinics, and Youth Football Camps.
About PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center
Founded in 2006, PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center actively leads social change, so that bullying is no longer considered an accepted childhood rite of passage. PACER provides innovative resources for students, parents, educators and others, and recognizes bullying as a serious community issue that impacts education, physical and emotional health, and the safety and well-being of students. PACER offers tools to address bullying in schools, the community, and online. For information, visit: PACER.org/bullying or call 952-838-9000 or 888-248-0822 (national toll free).
Coldplay “A Head Full Of Dreams Tour” Slated for Hard Rock Stadium August 2017
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October 18, 2016
Coldplay “A Head Full Of Dreams Tour” Slated for Hard Rock Stadium August 2017
Miami, FL – Coldplay recently announced a new 2017 run of North American stadium and arena shows for its “A Head Full Of Dreams Tour” with Hard Rock Stadium playing host to the band on Monday, Aug. 28, 2017. This will be Coldplay’s first ever appearance at Hard Rock Stadium.
Presale VIP Packages will go on sale at 12 p.m., Monday Oct. 17, with Dolphins Season Tickets Members having the ability to purchase tickets from 12-10 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 20. Tickets will go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m., Friday, Oct. 21.
Since March of this year, “A Head Full Of Dreams Tour,” produced by Live Nation Entertainment, has played to 2.5 million people across Latin America, the U.S. and Europe. The show was created by the band alongside celebrated production designers Misty Buckley and Paul Normandale. The tour reaches Australia and New Zealand in December.
Tour trailer: https://youtu.be/HTuVTtFP1T4
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For more information please visit Coldplay.com or contact:
Ambrosia Healy
ambrosia@thefunstar.com
Sheila Richman, Atlantic Records
Sheila.Richman@atlanticrecords.com
About Live Nation Entertainment
Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, Live Nation Advertising & Sponsorship and Artist Nation Management. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com.
Miami Dolphins Celebrate Alumni Weekend Through Community Impact
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October 13, 2016
Miami Dolphins Celebrate Alumni Weekend Through Community Impact
Miami – The Miami Dolphins will celebrate Alumni Weekend Oct. 21-23, 2016 by honoring former members of the organization who have dedicated their service to helping those in our community.
The Dolphins have a large alumni base throughout South Florida, and the organization will tip its hat during the weekend to those whose contributions have raised nearly half a billion dollars and contributed nearly 200,000 hours in service to causes that benefit the community.
“These men have taken their platform in sports and used it to elevate the lives of those in need,” Miami Dolphins Senior Vice President of Alumni Relations Nat Moore said. “The Dolphins have a legacy that runs deep in this community and we’re honored to have alumni who strive to make South Florida a better place to live and continue their legacy of being community stewards through their service.”
The former members of the organization being honored are Dick Anderson, Kim Bokamper, Bob Brudzinski, Nick Buoniconti, Vernon Carey, Chris Chambers, Jeff Dellenbach, Troy Drayton, Oronde Gadsden, Bob Griese, Larry Little, Sam Madison, Jim Mandich, Dan Marino, Stockar McDougle, O.J. McDuffie, Don McNeal, Nat Moore, John Offerdahl, Adewale Ogunleye, Lousaka Polite, James Pruitt, Twan Russell, Don Shula, Dwight Stephenson and Don Strock.
The alumni will be recognized and honored at a gathering Friday evening at the Alumni Weekend Celebrity Draw Party presented by TD Bank at Hard Rock Stadium. On Saturday, alumni will participate in the Alumni Weekend Golf Classic Luncheon Presented by MIK Construction followed by the Golf Classic Presented by Waste Management with Haggar Clothing Co., The Official Sponsor of the Alumni Weekend Golf Classic Putting Green. The Oct. 23 Buffalo Bills vs. Miami Dolphins game presented by AARP Foundation will commence with a tailgate for alumni to gather and mingle. The Alumni Weekend Home Game Honorary Captains presented by Haggar Clothing Co. will be on the field for the coin toss before alumni are honored at halftime.
Dick Anderson – Miami Dade Parks – Miami Dade Parks creates recreational, natural and cultural experiences to enrich and enhance the quality of life for the Miami-Dade community for this and future generations.
Kim Bokamper – Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center – Sylvester seeks to reduce the human burden from cancer and other serious illnesses through research, education, prevention and the delivery of quality patient care.
Bob Brudzinski – Bru’s Buddies – Bru’s Buddies provides college scholarships and help originations that exhibit good sportsmanship, academic excellence and community spirit.
Nick Buoniconti – The Buoniconti Fund to Cure Paralysis – The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis is the world’s most comprehensive spinal cord injury research center.
Vernon Carey – Vernon Carey Foundation – The Vernon Carey Foundation creates programs and provides support to encourage the improvement of youth as well as enhance educational and recreational development and economic opportunities within the community.
Chris Chambers – Catch84 Foundation – Catch84 values the importance of shaping the lives of children during their formative years so that each child develops aspirations for their very own American dream through academic achievement, positive social skills development, stimulating individual creativity, promoting team unity and attaining healthy lifestyles.
Jeff Dellenbach – Dellenbach Foundation – The Dellenbach Foundations focuses on providing funds, volunteer services and supplies for severely ill and injured children as well as to veterans and their families with an emphasis on areas where other assistance is unavailable or insufficient.
Troy Drayton – Alzheimer’s Family Center – Alzheimer’s Family Center is dedicated to improving the lives of families affected by Alzheimer’s Disease and other memory disorders.
Oronde Gadsden – NextLevel Charities – NextLevel Charities serves underprivileged and disadvantaged youths to achieve success in athletics and academics.
Bob Griese – Judi’s House – Judi’s House has helped more than 8,000 young kids get through the grief of losing a parent or loved one.
Larry Little – Larry Little Legends Golf Classic – The Larry Little Legends Golf Classic motivates and develops youth through support in education, sports and community service.
Sam Madison – Madison Avenue 4 Kids – Madison Avenue 4 Kids is a non-profit organization that was formed to motivate and inspire at-risk youth and their families to achieve a better way of life through educational, social and economic empowerment.
Jim Mandich – Dolphins Cancer Challenge – Improving people’s lives through the financial support of innovative cancer research at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Dan Marino – Dan Marino Foundation – The Dan Marino Foundation empowers individuals with Autism and other developmental disabilities. The Dan Marino Foundation has created unique and impactful initiatives in the community, including first-of-their-kind initiatives like the Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Dan Marino Outpatient Center with 50,000 visits annually, the Marino Autism Research Institute studying quality of life research, Marino Adapted Aquatics a state program for prevention of drowning, Summer STEPS Employment Programs, Virtual Interactive Training Agent Program (ViTA DMF), and now post-secondary programs at both Marino Campus in Broward and at FIU for students ages 18 to 30 with autism and other developmental disabilities.
Stockar McDougle – The McDougle Family Foundation – The McDougle Family Foundation mission is to build a team of role models and mentors that will bring stability to today’s youth and tomorrow’s leaders by tutoring, mentoring and encouraging our youth to stay focused on their health, social skills and academics, while exposing them to appropriate career paths, higher education and healthy lifestyles.
O.J. McDuffie – Catch 81 Foundation – The O.J. McDuffie Catch 81 Foundation is committed to support South Florida’s youth through a series of special fundraising events that benefit various organizations and other non-profits that aid in the support of at-risk children.
Don McNeal – MS Views and News – MS Views and News is dedicated to the global collection and distribution of information concerning Multiple Sclerosis by providing education, advocacy and service to empower and enhance the quality of life of the MS community.
Nat Moore – The Nat Moore Foundation – The Nat Moore Foundation helps kids help themselves through scholarships and educational growth. Since 1998, the Nat Moore Foundation has distributed more than $2 million to various youth and social service organizations, helping over 100 of South Florida high school graduates achieve their dreams of higher education as well as provide support services to hundreds of children and youth’s through academic, fitness and life-skills programs.
John Offerdahl – Offerdahl’s Hand-Off Foundation – Offerdahl’s Hand-Off Foundation assists to feed the needs of those in crisis by partnering with business, government, civic and faith-based organizations as well as hosting the Gridiron Grill-Off Food & Wine Festival. Launched Home Team Advantage® Restorative Housing in 2016 for the benefit of vulnerable families seeking relational restoration and homeownership.
Adewale Ogunleye – Goal Power Program – The Goal Power Program is an active participant in the community exposing students to different careers and education.
Lousaka Polite – The Polite Way Foundation – The Polite Way empowers single moms to obtain education success and achieve economic self-sufficiency through empowerment skills, financial literacy, support services and leadership.
James Pruitt – iCare Foundation – The iCare Foundation protects, provides and empowers individuals to lead productive lives through mentoring and educating at-risk youth to become impactful and productive citizens in society. The foundation provides academic scholarships and computers for high school seniors.
Twan Russell – The Russell Education Foundation – The Russell Education Foundation inspires and equips underserved children and their families with the tools for continued success. The foundation’s afterschool programs exponentially improve student’s chances of graduating from high school, attending college and joining the workforce.
Don Shula – Shula Fund at Moffitt Cancer Center – The Shula Fund supports the Moffitt Cancer Center, raising funds for breast cancer care and research to improve the cancer patient outcomes throughout Florida and beyond.
Dwight Stephenson – Dwight Stephenson Foundation – The Dwight Stephenson Foundation combines the sports and business communities in an effort to generate increased funding for charities that provide educational, health and human services to support the needs of children and families.
Don Strock – Diabetes Research Institute Foundation – The Diabetes Research Institute continues to make significant contributions to the field of diabetes research – thanks to the steady stream of support provided by the Don Strock Diabetes Golf Classic, which has been hosted for 34 years and always benefits the institute.
Jason Taylor – Jason Taylor Foundation – The Jason Taylor Foundation supports and creates programs that facilitate the personal growth and empowerment of South Florida’s children in need by focusing on improved health care, education and quality of life.
Shawn Wooden – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County provides children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better.
“Fins at 50” Anniversary Book Now In Print
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October 13, 2016
“Fins at 50” Anniversary Book Now In Print
Miami – The Miami Dolphins “Fins at 50” anniversary coffee table book chronicling and celebrating the rich 50-year history of Miami Dolphins football in now available in print. The 280-page keepsake was written by Andy Cohen and contains a recap of the Dolphins’ founding, a summary of each of the first 50 seasons of the team’s history, and special sections on a variety of elements of the club’s history, such as the Perfect Season, the Orange Bowl, international games, cheerleaders, broadcasters, Hall of Famers, evolution of the team’s uniform and logo and many more.
“Fins at 50” contains exclusive first-person accounts of key moments in Dolphins history, including a foreword by Don Shula, a personal account of the 1984 season by Dan Marino, reflections of Coach Shula by Bob Griese, memories of Super Bowls VII and VIII by the games’ Most Valuable Players Jake Scott and Larry Csonka, and Joe Auer’s description of his historic kickoff return for a touchdown on the franchise’s very first play in 1966.
It features one-of-a-kind photography, including many unique behind-the-scenes pictures dating back to the club’s inception in 1966. Additionally, “Fins at 50” boasts rarely displayed artifacts from the club’s archives, such as Marino’s rookie contract, the team’s original 1966 American Football League franchise certificate and a congratulatory telegram from President Richard Nixon to Coach Shula.
“Fins at 50” is available at the Dolphins Team Shop and Dolphins.com.
Miami Dolphins Promote Orr From Practice Squad
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MIAMI – The Miami Dolphins today announced they have promoted defensive tackle Leon Orr from the practice squad to the 53-man active roster.
Orr joined the Dolphins practice squad on Sept. 20, 2016 after he spent the 2015 season and 2016 training camp with the Oakland Raiders. Orr originally signed as an undrafted college free agent with the Raiders on May 8, 2015 and spent the first 13 weeks of the regular season on that team’s practice squad. He was promoted to Oakland’s active roster on Dec. 12, 2015 and played in three games with the Raiders, totaling two tackles (one solo) and one pass defensed. Orr is from New Port Richey, Fla. and played collegiately at the University of Florida.
| Name |
Pos. |
Hgt. |
Wgt. |
Birthdate |
Exp. |
College |
Hometown |
Acq. |
| Leon Orr |
DT |
6-5 |
320 |
2/11/92 |
1 |
Florida ’15 |
New Port Richey, Fla. |
FA, ‘16 |
Miami Dolphins in the Community: Dolphins Blitz at Park Ridge Elementary
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October 11, 2016
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Miami Dolphins in the Community: Dolphins Blitz at Park Ridge Elementary
Deerfield, Fla. – The Dolphins on Tuesday hosted a Dolphins Blitz at Park Ridge Elementary. Dolphins players Dominque Jones, Jason Jones and Kenny Stills, along with alumni Lousaka Polite, Troy Drayton and Twan Russell and cheerleader Kristan, hosted students in a Gatorade Junior Training Camp. The kids participated in several fitness-orientated stations and learned the benefits of hydration and staying physically active.
“We want kids to get out, get exercise instead of watching TV and playing video games all the time. At least get out for an hour and teach them how to be healthy and live a healthy life,” Jason Jones said. “These kids light up when we come out here and participate in these drills.”
This is in coordination with a Fins Frenzy, hosted by Russell with mascot T.D. The Dolphins highlighted the importance of education, physical fitness and positive choices. Additionally, the kids packed hygiene kits as a hurricane relief effort service project for Project Medishare to distribute in Haiti.
“About 300,000 people were affected in Haiti by Hurricane Matthew, and they’re lacking basic supplies like food, water, hygiene products and medical care. So we’re here today to work with the students at Park Ridge and the Miami Dolphins to make a difference and send these kits down to Haiti to make an immediate impact for the hurricane victims. They’ll be grateful for that,” Medishare Director of Development Jenna Green said. “The Dolphins helped after the earthquake in 2010. They took a trip down, they donated funds and a lot of resources and were an amazing community partner. When Hurricane Matthew hit, they were actually one of the first in the community to reach out and ask what they can do to help. It’s incredible because of their reach and the awareness they can bring to the issue.”
The Miami Dolphins Youth Programs’ mission is to emphasize the importance of education, physical fitness, and positive choices for kids in a safe and fun environment. The Miami Dolphins Youth Programs’ vision is to prepare the next generation of leaders in staying physically active through our Junior Training Camps (JTC), Youth Football Clinics, and Youth Football Camps.
Miami Dolphins Add Chekwa and Young
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MIAMI – The Miami Dolphins today announced they have signed cornerback Chimdi Chekwa and tackle Sam Young. The team has released running back Isaiah Pead and waived guards Dallas Thomas and Billy Turner.
Chekwa originally signed with the Dolphins on Feb. 22, 2016 and was with the team during the 2016 offseason and training camp before he was released on Sept. 3, 2016. He played in four seasons with the Oakland Raiders (2011-14) and appeared in 32 games with four starts. Chekwa totaled 32 tackles (28 solo), four passes defensed, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery in his career. He originally entered the NFL as a fourth-round selection (113th overall) by Oakland in the 2011 NFL draft.
Young originally signed with the Dolphins on March 11, 2016 and spent the 2016 offseason and training camp with the team before he was released on Sept. 3, 2016. Young has played parts of six seasons with the Dallas Cowboys (2010), Buffalo Bills (2011-13) and Jacksonville Jaguars (2013-15), appearing in 58 total games with 13 starts. He entered the NFL as a sixth-round pick (179th overall) by Dallas in the 2010 NFL draft. Young is from Coral Springs, Fla. and played high school football at St. Thomas Aquinas in nearby Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
Pead played in three games for the Dolphins in 2016, totaling eight carries for 22 yards (2.8 avg.) and one reception for 6 yards. He joined the Dolphins as a free agent on April 1, 2016. During his career, Pead has played in 30 games with one start for the St. Louis Rams (2012-15) and the Dolphins (2016). He has 27 career carries for 100 yards (3.7 avg.) and 15 receptions for 100 yards (6.7 avg.) after beginning his career with St. Louis as a second-round pick (50th overall) in the 2012 NFL draft.
Thomas played in 37 games and made 26 starts with the Dolphins from 2013-16. He started all 16 games in 2015. Thomas was originally a third-round pick (77th overall) by Miami in the 2013 NFL draft after he played collegiately at Tennessee.
Turner played in 20 games with 14 starts in his three-year NFL career, spending all three seasons with the Dolphins (2014-16). He played in five games with two starts this season after appearing in 13 contests with 12 starts in 2015. Turner entered the NFL as a third-round selection (67th overall) by the Dolphins in the 2014 NFL draft.
| Name |
Pos. |
Hgt. |
Wgt. |
Birthdate |
Exp. |
College |
Hometown |
Acq. |
| Chimdi Chekwa |
CB |
6-0 |
196 |
1/7/88 |
4 |
Ohio State ’11 |
Clermont, Fla. |
FA, ‘16 |
| Sam Young |
T |
6-8 |
315 |
6/24/87 |
7 |
Notre Dame ’10 |
Coral Springs, Fla. |
FA, ‘16 |
