Miami Dolphins Announce “Back to Football Powered by South Florida Ford” Training Camp Schedule
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June 27, 2018
Miami Dolphins Announce “Back to Football Powered by South Florida Ford” Training Camp Schedule
MIAMI – The Miami Dolphins unveiled their “Back to Football powered by South Florida Ford” training camp schedule with practices held at the Baptist Health Training Facility at Nova Southeastern University. The team will hold its first practice on Thursday, July 26th at 8:30 a.m. and will host a public scrimmage at Hard Rock Stadium at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 4.
This year’s training camp will continue to focus on a positive fan experience. Once again the Baptist Health Training Facility at Nova Southeastern University will feature a canopy over the seated area, providing fans with shade and a more comfortable experience. Children 12 years old and younger will have special access to get autographs from Dolphins players following practice. The opening weekend practices will feature inflatables, cheer and alumni autographs, face painting and food trucks.
Tickets for these 14 open practices are free, but limited to 2,000 per day. Fans can reserve tickets by registering at Dolphins.com/TrainingCamp.
Free parking is available at the Nova Southeastern University LRITC garage, located near the intersection of University Drive and S.W. 30th Street, between Griffin Road and I-595. Access to this garage is off University Drive and S.W. 30th Street.
Practice times are subject to change and the most updated information can be obtained by visiting Dolphins.com/TrainingCamp or following the Dolphins’ official Twitter account @MiamiDolphins. This is the 26th year the Dolphins have hosted training camp at the Baptist Health Training Facility at Nova Southeastern University in Davie.
Miami Dolphins 2018 Public Training Camp Schedule
(All open practices will take place at the Baptist Health Training Facility at Nova Southeastern University in Davie)
| TIME |
DATE |
| 8:30 a.m. |
Thursday, July 26 |
| 8:30 a.m. |
Friday, July 27 |
| 8:30 a.m. |
Saturday, July 28 |
| 8:30 a.m. |
Sunday, July 29 |
| 8:30 a.m. |
Monday, July 30 |
| 8:30 a.m. |
Wednesday, Aug. 1 |
| 8:30 a.m. |
Thursday, Aug. 2 |
| 8:30 a.m. |
Friday, Aug. 3 |
| *11 a.m.* |
*Saturday, Aug. 4* |
| 8:30 a.m. |
Monday, Aug. 6 |
| 8:30 a.m. |
Tuesday, Aug. 7 |
| **8:30 a.m.** |
**Saturday, Aug. 11** |
| 8:30 a.m. |
Sunday, Aug. 12 |
| 8:30 a.m. |
Monday, Aug. 13 |
| 8:30 a.m. |
Tuesday, Aug. 14 |
* The Dolphins will hold a public scrimmage at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 4 at 11 a.m.*
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Miami Dolphins Host Gatorade Junior Training Camp
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June 23, 2018
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Miami Dolphins Host Gatorade Junior Training Camp
Miami Gardens, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins today hosted a Gatorade Junior Training Camp at Hard Rock Stadium. Dolphins cornerback Tony Lippett and alum Troy Drayton taught football specific drills as well as heat and hydration safety to middle school athletes from local schools and organizations. Participants also received a Gatorade Junior Training Camp t-shirt.
“When I was younger, I didn’t go on an NFL field and visualize myself making plays. The kids are out here enjoying themselves in Hard Rock Stadium and probably visualizing themselves making plays out here on any yard line,” Lippett said. “It’s a good gesture from the Miami Dolphins and Gatorade for the kids to come out here and have fun on a Saturday morning.”
“We all work together to build brighter days for the youth of our community. We collectively are the village. Support from the Dolphins and Gatorade with this goal is wonderful,” Miami Gardens Mayor Oliver Gilbert said.
The Gatorade Junior Training Camp is a positive football experience that focuses on football fundamentals and skill development designed to motivate, inspire and educate the next generation of youth football athletes.
Miami Dolphins and Ashley HomeStore Surprise 100 Kids with Beds at Hope to Dream Sleepover
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June 22, 2018
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Miami Dolphins and Ashley HomeStore Surprise 100 Kids with Beds at Hope to Dream Sleepover
Davie, Fla. — The Miami Dolphins and Ashley HomeStore surprised 100 underprivileged children with the gift of comfortable sleep for years come at the second annual South Florida Hope to Dream Sleepover. Each of the children enjoyed a sleepover party at the Baptist Health Training Facility, where they received their very own twin-size bed and bedding from Ashley HomeStore, decked out with a Miami Dolphins comforter.
“Seeing the surprise and joy on so many kids’ faces makes this an event we love creating with the Dolphins,” said Keith Koenig, president of City Furniture, the Southeast and Southwest Florida licensee for City Furniture. “The children have the chance to party on the training field and get up close with players, and it’s great knowing they’ll rest easy on their new beds for years to come.”
The event hosted by the Miami Dolphins on June 23 was the latest gridiron-themed sleepover for Ashley HomeStore’s international Hope to Dream initiative. The kids enjoyed dinner, toured the Dolphins locker room and powered through fun games and activities with Miami Dolphins players Andre Branch, Davon Godchaux, Xavien Howard, Raekwon McMillan, cheerleaders and mascot TD before a dance party on their new beds.
“Some kids didn’t have a bed to sleep on before they came,” Dolphins LB Raekwon McMillan said. “When they leave tomorrow, they’ll be able to sleep good because of us giving back and having fun with them tonight. The Miami Dolphins are like a family – everything we do is for the community and for the people around us.”
Ashley HomeStore, the largest furniture retailer in the U.S., dedicates a portion of proceeds from every mattress sale at participating locations to its Hope to Dream program, which has donated 50,000 new beds and bedding to children in need since 2010. All Ashley HomeStore locations in Miami-Dade through Martin counties in South Florida are active year-round in the Hope to Dream charity’s donation program.
Also helping bring the South Florida Hope to Dream Sleepover to life were Simmons Serta, Bedgear and Mantua.
Miami Dolphins sign Gesicki
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June 18, 2018
Miami Dolphins sign Gesicki
MIAMI – The Miami Dolphins today announced they have signed tight end Mike Gesicki. The team has now signed all eight of its 2018 draft picks.
Gesicki was picked 42nd overall in the second round. He was a four-year letterman (2014-17) and three-year starter at Penn State, where he totaled 129 receptions for 1,481 yards (11.5 avg.) and 15 touchdowns. Gesicki finished his collegiate career with at least one reception in 27 consecutive games. His 129 receptions, 15 receiving touchdowns and 1,481 receiving yards were the most in school history for a tight end and ranked ninth, ninth and 17th, respectively, in those statistical categories by any player in school history. As a senior in 2017, Gesicki was a second-team All-American and first-team All-Big Ten honoree.
First Ever International Champions Cup Women’s Tournament Brings A Week Of Soccer To Miami July 26 – 31, 2018
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June 14, 2018
First Ever International Champions Cup Women’s Tournament Brings A Week Of Soccer To Miami July 26 – 31, 2018
Inaugural event will feature Olympique Lyonnais, Manchester City,
Paris Saint-Germain and North Carolina Courage
New York, NY | June 14, 2018 – The first-ever Women’s International Champions Cup comes to Miami this summer, bringing together the top female athletes in the world, in the tradition of the International Champions Cup (ICC). The 2018 Women’s International Champions Cup will take place July 26th – 29th in Miami with four of the world’s most elite teams competing for the inaugural Cup: Manchester City, Olympique Lyonnais, Paris Saint-Germain, and North Carolina Courage.
Fans will bear witness to the best women’s soccer in the world, as the inaugural Women’s Tournament will host the best of the best in five-time UEFA Women’s Champions League Winner and French Ligue 1 Winners Olympique Lyonnais and French Ligue 1 Runners Up, Paris Saint-Germain, along with UEFA Women’s Champions League semi-finalist Manchester City, who have won four domestic trophies in four years, and the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) Points Leader, North Caroline Courage.
The Women’s ICC Tournament will kick off a week-long celebration in Miami that allows fans to connect with the game at all levels. Top tier men’s matches will include Bayern Munich v Manchester City on July 28 and Manchester United v Real Madrid on July 31, along with opportunities for fans to catch these powerhouses in open training sessions on July 27 and July 30.
“The success of the International Champions Cup over these past six years has shown the popularity and enthusiasm for soccer in this country,” said Charlie Stillitano, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Relevent. “It is a natural direction to expand to include the women’s game. We think this will benefit everyone and help promote equality in sports.”
In addition to the Women’s and Men’s ICC matches, “Miami Week” will introduce fans to House of Soccer, a fun and engaging way of experiencing this global soccer event. Taking place on July 27, House of Soccer will feature a U16 5 x 5 tournament, a 5 x 5 match with local Miami talent and tastemakers, along with a globally-recognized headliner musical performance. Attendees will also experience a screen printing workshop with a famed street artist, an ICC exhibit showcasing the evolution of the tournament from its inception, a soccer salon where consumers can receive legendary soccer hairstyles, club inspired manicures and custom temporary tattoos. The festivities will kick off with a Legends 5 x 5 match between FC Bayern and the Miami Dolphins. House of Soccer provides an experience beyond the pitch that speaks to the ICC’s vision of embracing the sport’s greatest athletes, and its mission of promoting the sport worldwide.
Manchester City, Olympique Lyonnais, Paris Saint-Germain and North Carolina Courage will compete in Miami, with semi-finals to be played on Thursday, July 26th and third place game and final July 29th at Hard Rock Stadium. These teams will be in Miami alongside some of the world’s top men’s clubs who are participating in the Men’s ICC, including F.C. Bayern Munich v Manchester City F.C. on Saturday, July 28th and Manchester United F.C. v Real Madrid C.F. on Tuesday, July 31st. The event serves as a springboard for expansion for the 2019 Women’s International Champions Cup, in which multiple teams from the world’s strongest women’s leagues around the globe will compete.
“With three of Europe’s top teams, alongside a top NWSL team, this inaugural year will build, just as International Champions Cup has grown over the years, to become a major player in the world,” said Daniel Sillman, CEO of Relevent. “Through this, and other upcoming initiatives, we are making a significant commitment to provide new and innovative global experiences for fans as well as athletes.”
Exclusive presale tickets will be available June 19th and general tickets go on sale June 20th. All venue-specific and other ticket information is available on the International Champions Cup website.
The 2018 Inaugural Women’s ICC and Miami Week schedule:
July 26
ICC Women’s semifinals:
NC Courage vs Paris Saint-Germain 6:15pm at Hard Rock Stadium
Olympique Lyonnais vs Manchester City 9pm at Hard Rock Stadium
July 27
House of Soccer:
4-9pm at location TBA
Open Training: Bayern Munich and Manchester City
July 27th at Hard Rock Stadium
July 28
ICC Men:
Bayern Munich vs Manchester City 7pm at Hard Rock Stadium
July 29
Youth Coaching Clinic
ICC Women’s 3rd place:
6:15 pm at Hard Rock Stadium
Final: 9pm at Hard Rock Stadium
July 30
Open Training: Real Madrid
Hard Rock Stadium
July 31
ICC Men:
Manchester United vs Real Madrid 8pm at Hard Rock Stadium
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Relevent, is a multi-national media, sports and entertainment group that owns and operates the International Champions Cup. Relevent provides an innovative approach to property development, event productions, content and media production, brand management and activations for soccer, other sports and entertainment entities.
Miami Dolphins Announce Valicia Browne as Inaugural Football Unites: Project Change Scholarship Recipient
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June 13, 2018
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Miami Dolphins Announce Valicia Browne as Inaugural Football Unites: Project Change Scholarship Recipient
MIAMI – The Miami Dolphins announced graduating senior Valicia Browne as the inaugural recipient of the Project Change Scholarship. The Project Change Scholarship, part of a yearly fund for advocacy and social justice programs created by Miami Dolphins Owner Stephen Ross and Miami Dolphins players, identifies one high school student each year and will pay for their tuition to college over a four-year period. The goal of the scholarship is to target students to impact their lives, so they can make a change in their community.
“When we launched the Football Unites: Project Change Scholarship last December, the vision was to empower youth to make a real impact in our community. We are fortunate to have an owner in Stephen Ross and players that are committed to making these transformational changes,” Dolphins Senior Vice President of Communications & Community Affairs Jason Jenkins said. “The work Valicia is doing and aspires to continue is a shining example of working to better humanity. We’re excited to share in this next chapter with her as she embarks on what will be a bright future in college.”
Valicia, a graduating senior from Olympic Heights Community High School in Boca Raton, Florida, carries a 4.2 GPA and plays tennis. She has a goal to establish medical clinics to provide affordable health care in underserved communities and has been accepted to Florida State University for Fall 2018. In addition, Valicia is looking forward to working with civil rights/social justice groups in Tallahassee throughout college.
“It’s really incredible, I never thought I would be in this position that I am. It speaks to the impact the Miami Dolphins make in the community. They are really hands on with improving the community. With this scholarship, I will be going to Florida State and I look to make an impact in Tallahassee in terms of volunteering at the various non-profit organizations,” Valicia said. “Growing up, I’m originally from Brooklyn, my parents and I would always go to homeless shelters and feed those in need. Just seeing their faces light up for a hot plate of food that they would not normally have really inspired me to continue to put smiles on people’s faces.”
The scholarship was launched by the Miami Dolphins in December 2017. Applicants needed to maintain a GPA of 3.0, complete at least 40 hours a community service a semester in social justice programs, write an essay on what change they want to see in the community and how the scholarship will achieve that change as well as be accepted into a community college or university.
Through Football Unites, the organization has created opportunities for South Florida-based groups to strengthen and expand their impact around community engagement, education and justice reform. The team chose 11 recipients to receive Football Unites grants for the 2018 season. This diverse set of recipients includes Art Detectives, Community Justice Project, Inc., Miami Gardens Police Department, National Organization of Black Law Executives South Florida Chapter (NOBLE), North Miami Police Athletic League, North Miami Beach Police Athletic League, Pridelines, SAVE, Trayvon Martin Foundation, Urban League of Broward County and YWCA Miami.
The grant recipients come on the heels of Stephen Ross and the 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project announcement of a long-term partnership, centering on social justice, education and police and youth relations. The cornerstones of the partnership are the 5000 Role Models Police and Youth Conference and a College Academic Signing Day for Wilson Scholars at Hard Rock Stadium. In addition, the Dolphins will continue pre-existing programs with the 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project and amplify new events. In all, these social justice community initiatives will impact more than 10,000 Role Models.
These initiatives are in addition to Dolphins previous work in this space through the team’s collaboration with the Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality (RISE). Founded and created by Ross in Oct. 2015, RISE harnesses the unifying power of sports to improve race relations and drive social progress. To learn more about RISE, visit risetowin.org.
Miami Dolphins Rookies Participate in Rebuilding Together Service Project
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Miami Dolphins Rookies Participate in Rebuilding Together Service Project
Fort Lauderdale – The Miami Dolphins rookie class today participated in a Rebuilding Together Broward event at Archways. Archways is an Avon Manor Group Home that provides behavioral healthcare to individuals and families.
The entire Miami Dolphins rookie class participated in the event, including Johnathan Alston, Cornell Armstrong, Jerome Baker, Kalen Ballage, Cayson Collins, Jalen Davis, Minkah Fitzpatrick, Mike Gesicki, Lucas Gravelle, Connor Hilland, Buddy Howell, Greg Joseph, Claudy Mathieu, Mike McCray, Anthony Moten, Jamiyus Pittman, Quentin Poling, Quincy Redmon, Jason Sanders, Durham Smythe and David Steinmetz.
The rookies worked alongside Fort Lauderdale police officers to beautify the Archways facility. Tasks included mulching, planting and removing a brick wall at the residence.
“We’re out here in the community helping out. It’s a lot of fun. Spending time with my teammates has been the most memorable moment of the day,” Dolphins fourth-round draft pick Kalen Ballage said. “It’s a great atmosphere that I’ve been in since I’ve been down here. Being in the community behind these guys and being able to help in any way possible is great for me.”
This marks the fourth time the 2018 rookie class has been active in the South Florida community since arriving in early May. Today’s project with Rebuilding Together Broward also marks the fourth time a Dolphins rookie class has worked with the nonprofit over the years and is part of a multi-year relationship with the Dolphins and Rebuilding Together.
“We want to thank the Dolphins organization and the players today for helping us make such in impact at Archways,” Rebuilding Together Operations Manager Jason Mann said. “One of the great pleasures we have here at Rebuilding Together Broward is the opportunity to work alongside organizations such as Dolphins to make an impact in our community. We’ve enjoyed our working relationship with the Dolphins over the years and look forward to working with them in the future.”
Miami Dolphins Host North Miami Beach Police Athletic/Activities League Chapter at OTA Practice
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June 12, 2018
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Miami Dolphins Host North Miami Beach Police Athletic/Activities League Chapter at OTA Practice
Davie, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins today hosted the North Miami Beach Police Athletic/Activities League (PAL) chapter at their Organized Team Activity (OTA) practice. The athletes and officers were given a tour of the Baptist Health Training Facility at Nova Southeastern University and heard from Miami Dolphins Executive Vice President of Football Operations Mike Tannenbaum on the importance of being a good teammate.
The North Miami Beach PAL chapter also had the opportunity to watch the Dolphins practice and meet with current players on the field, including Dolphins safety and National PAL spokesperson Walt Aikens. Following practice, the group had lunch provided by Publix.
“Jeff called me a few months back over the break and asked me if I wanted to become a part of the PAL system again. I felt like it was the best way to give back, me going back to these local communities and showing these kids that no matter where you are or where you’re from, you can always make it and there’s a positive way out of every situation,” Miami Dolphins safety and National PAL spokesperson Walt Aikens said.
“It takes key and strategic partnerships for any organization to be successful. We’ve been very fortunate and blessed and thankful to be able to have the Miami Dolphins step up in this way and in this manner and realize and recognize that to whom much is given, much is required,” National Police Athletic/Activites League CEO Jeff Hood said. “The Dolphins have gained so much throughout their history of football and to be able to give some of that back to help some of our young kids, to help them have a better life and give them this level of exposure is awesome.”
The North Miami Beach PAL chapter is one of 11 Miami Dolphins Football Unites grant recipients for the 2018 season. Created in November 2017 by Owner Stephen Ross and Dolphins players, these grants will provide funds for South Florida-based groups to strengthen and expand their impact around community engagement, education and justice reform.
The Junior Dolphins program encourages youth players and coaches to teach, learn and play football in a fun and safe environment. The Junior Dolphins program is designed to give kids access to learn the fundamentals of football using the NFL’s top resources. To grow the game, the Junior Dolphins program will work to educate coaches, parents and youth on the health and safety of football with a strong emphasis on character development. Junior Dolphins is building the next generation of Dolphins Fans.
