Dolphins Cancer Challenge VIII Celebrates Cancer Survivors and Raises Funds for Cancer Research at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
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Dolphins Cancer Challenge VIII Celebrates Cancer Survivors and Raises Funds for Cancer Research at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
Miami, FL – The Miami Dolphins celebrated the resilience of cancer survivors and capped another successful Dolphins Cancer Challenge (DCC) today. The event is the NFL’s single largest fundraiser. The eighth edition of this annual community endeavor raises funds for innovative cancer research at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. The DCC donates 100 percent of participant-raised funds to Sylvester. The event boasted more than 4,000 cancer fighters who biked, ran, walked and volunteered throughout all of South Florida with a goal to tackle cancer. The event culminated with a Concert Celebration at Hard Rock Stadium with Big Head Todd and The Monsters, with headliners the Goo Goo Dolls.
“This year our anthem is to celebrate the resiliency and vitality of cancer survivors. We’re proud to have more than 250 survivors among our largest turnout of participants in our eight-year history. We want to personally thank The Harcourt M. and Virginia W. Sylvester Foundation for putting a spotlight on these cancer fighters,” Miami Dolphins Senior Vice President & Dolphins Cancer Challenge Executive Director Jennifer Jehn said. “Each and every dollar raised makes a difference, going directly to Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center for innovative research and targeted therapies. Today was amazing to see the South Florida community come together to tackle cancer.”
The Survivor Program presented by the Harcourt M. and Virginia W. Sylvester Foundation will continue to share the stories of #CancerFighters, those on the front line who galvanize efforts at the DCC. Survivors within the program received a Living Proof arm sleeve and distinguished-shirt, and are able to partake in a number of events year round, including the Dolphins Crucial Catch campaign, photo series and Survivor Breakfast.
“Our gratitude goes out to everyone involved in the DCC, from the Dolphins to the donors, volunteers and each and every participant,” Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center Director Stephen D. Nimer, M.D., said. “We are all partners in this fight to find new cures. The impact of this event and everyone’s commitment cannot be overstated.”
DCC VIII weekend commenced with the Kickoff Party on Friday, Feb. 9, followed by the DCC signature event on Saturday Feb. 10 that included five bike routes through South Florida, a run/walk 5K and a finish line celebration concert by the Goo Goo Dolls with Big Head Todd and The Monsters. The DCC continues to solidify its position as the largest event fundraiser in the NFL.
The Dolphins Cancer Challenge donates 100 percent of the participant-raised funds to innovative cancer research at Sylvester. Funds are still being collected through March 31, 2018.
The Dolphins Cancer Challenge will continue raising funds for cancer research with its third annual DCC Celebrity Golf Tournament on April 13, 2018. The tournament is another chance for cancer fighters to golf and interact with athletes and other celebrity guests. One hundred percent of the funds raised from the golf tournament will benefit Sylvester.
For more information, visit www.DolphinsCancerChallenge.com.
Miami Dolphins name Hill assistant defensive backs coach
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Miami Dolphins name Hill assistant defensive backs coach
MIAMI – The Miami Dolphins today announced they have hired Renaldo Hill as assistant defensive backs coach.
Hill brings 10 years of experience as an NFL safety, including three seasons (2006-08) for the Dolphins. He played in all 16 games with 15 starts and three interceptions during Miami’s 2008 AFC East division-winning season and becomes just the 10th former Dolphins player to also coach for the team. Hill spent the past three seasons (2015-17) as the secondary coach at the University of Pittsburgh, where he helped develop two All-ACC honorees – cornerback Avonte Maddox and safety Jordan Whitehead. In 2015, Hill helped Whitehead become the first defensive player to win the ACC’s Rookie of the Year award since 1996.
RENALDO HILL’S COACHING CAREER
| 2012-13 |
Wyoming |
Graduate Assistant (2012) |
| |
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Cornerbacks (2013) |
| 2015-17 |
University of Pittsburgh |
Secondary |
| 2018-present |
Miami Dolphins |
Assistant Defensive Backs |
Miami Dolphins announce coaching staff hires
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Miami Dolphins announce coaching staff hires
The Miami Dolphins today announced they have hired Eric Studesville as run game coordinator/running backs coach, Kris Kocurek as defensive line coach and Tony Oden as defensive backs coach.
Studesville brings 21 years of NFL coaching experience, including 17 at the running backs position. He has been on the coaching staffs of two conference championship teams (2013 and 2015) and won Super Bowl 50 with the Denver Broncos. Studesville has also helped his players earn three Pro Bowl selections – Marshawn Lynch (2008), Willis McGahee (2011) and C.J. Anderson (2014). He’s been the position coach for 10 1,000-yard rushing campaigns with McGahee (3), Tiki Barber (2), Lynch (2), Knowshon Moreno (1), Fred Jackson (1) and C.J. Anderson (1). Studesville spent the past eight seasons (2010-17) as Denver’s running backs coach. He was promoted to assistant head coach in 2017.
ERIC STUDESVILLE’S COACHING CAREER
| 2018-present |
Miami Dolphins |
Run Game Coordinator/Running Backs |
| 2010-17 |
Denver Broncos |
Running Backs (2010-16); Interim Head Coach (2010); Asst. Head Coach/Running Backs (2017) |
| 2004-09 |
Buffalo Bills |
Running Backs (2004-07); Running Game Coordinator/Running Backs (2008-09) |
| 2001-03 |
N.Y. Giants |
Running Backs |
| 1997-2000 |
Chicago Bears |
Offensive Quality Control |
| 1995-96 |
Kent State |
Secondary |
| 1994 |
Wingate |
Secondary |
| 1992-93 |
North Carolina |
Video Assistant |
| 1991 |
Arizona |
Graduate Assistant |
Kocurek has nine years of NFL experience coaching the defensive line position, all with the Detroit Lions (2009-17). He was promoted from assistant defensive line to defensive line coach in 2010. In those nine years, he coached five Pro Bowl seasons, including four by current Dolphins defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh, and helped Suh become the Lions’ all-time career sacks leader (36.0) by a defensive tackle. Kocurek’s defensive linemen accumulated 250 sacks while he was Detroit’s defensive line coach from 2010-17, the fourth-most by a team’s defensive linemen in the NFL during that span. His rush defenses have ranked in the NFL’s top 20 in each of the past six seasons.
KRIS KOCUREK’S COACHING CAREER
| 2018-present |
Miami Dolphins |
Defensive Line |
| 2009-17 |
Detroit Lions |
Assistant Defensive Line (2009); Defensive Line (2010-17) |
| 2008 |
Stephen F. Austin |
Defensive Line |
| 2007 |
West Texas A&M |
Asst. Head Coach/Defensive Line |
| 2006 |
Texas A&M-Commerce |
Defensive Line |
| 2004-05 |
Texas A&M-Kingsville |
Graduate Assistant |
| 2003 |
Texas Tech |
Graduate Assistant |
Oden brings 14 years of NFL coaching experience to the organization, all with defensive backs. In three of his past five seasons, Oden’s teams have ranked in the NFL’s top five in interceptions (2013-14, 2017). He’s coached four players who have earned five Pro Bowl selections – Roman Harper (2009-10), Glover Quin (2014), Darrelle Revis (2013) and Darius Slay (2017). Oden spent the past four seasons (2014-17) coaching defensive backs and cornerbacks for Detroit. During his tenure in Detroit, the Lions recorded 58 interceptions which is the ninth most in the NFL during that time span. In 2017, he helped the Lions tie for fourth in the NFL with 19 interceptions. Slay tied for the league lead with eight interceptions, more than the previous four years of his NFL career combined. Slay’s breakout season also included a league-high 26 passes defensed and 60 tackles (54 solo), fourth-most on the team. The 26 passes defensed were tied for second-most in the NFL in the previous decade (2008-17). Slay earned first-team All-Pro honors and the first Pro Bowl selection of his career.
TONY ODEN’S COACHING CAREER
| 2018-present |
Miami Dolphins |
Defensive Backs |
| 2014-17 |
Detroit Lions |
Defensive Backs/Cornerbacks |
| 2013 |
Tampa Bay Buccaneers |
Secondary/Cornerbacks |
| 2012 |
Jacksonville Jaguars |
Defensive Backs |
| 2006-11 |
New Orleans Saints |
Assistant Secondary (2006-10); Secondary (2011) |
| 2004-05 |
Houston Texans |
Defensive Assistant/Assistant Defensive Backs |
| 2003 |
Eastern Michigan |
Defensive Backs |
| 2000-02 |
East Carolina |
Outside Linebackers (2000); Secondary (2001); Safeties (2002) |
| 1998-99 |
Army |
Assistant Defensive Backs |
| 1997 |
Boston College |
Graduate Assistant |
| 1996 |
Millersville (Pa.) University |
Assistant Defensive Backs |
Miami Dolphins announce coaching staff changes
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Miami Dolphins announce coaching staff changes
MIAMI – The Miami Dolphins announced changes to their coaching staff for the upcoming season. The team has hired Dowell Loggains as offensive coordinator and Jeremiah Washburn as offensive line coach. Additionally, the following staff members have changed titles: Shawn Jefferson will be assistant head coach/offense, Ben Johnson will now serve as wide receivers coach and Clyde Christensen will be director of football and player development. The team will not retain defensive backs coach Lou Anarumo, running backs coach Danny Barrett and defensive line coach Terrell Williams.
Loggains (last name is pronounced LOG-gins) comes to Miami with three years of experience as an NFL offensive coordinator, including the last two (2016-17) as Chicago’s play-caller. He has coached a 1,000-yard rusher in all three seasons he has been an offensive coordinator and has worked with several successful offensive minds during his time in the NFL, including Sean Payton, Norm Chow, Mike Heimerdinger, Chris Palmer, Kyle Shanahan and current Dolphins Head Coach Adam Gase.
DOWELL LOGGAINS’ FOOTBALL CAREER
| 2018- |
Miami Dolphins |
Offensive Coordinator |
| 2015-17 |
Chicago Bears |
Quarterbacks (2015)
Offensive Coordinator (2016-17) |
| 2014 |
Cleveland Browns |
Quarterbacks |
| 2006-13 |
Tennessee Titans |
Coaching Administrative Assistant (2006-07)
Quality Control (2008-09)
Quarterbacks/Passing Game Coordinator (2010-12)
Offensive Coordinator (2012-13) |
| 2005 |
Dallas Cowboys |
Scouting Assistant |
Washburn returns to Miami after a one-year hiatus where he spent the 2017 season as Chicago’s offensive line coach. He was the Dolphins assistant offensive line coach in 2016, where he helped the Dolphins to their most successful season in eight years, winning 10 games and advancing to the playoffs for the first time since 2008. The Dolphins won nine of its final 11 contests and during those 11 games, the team ranked No. 3 in the NFL with 132.9 rushing yards per game and tied for third with just 13 sacks allowed. Running back Jay Ajayi rushed for 1,272 yards, the third-most in a single season in Dolphins history. He joined wide receiver Jarvis Landry as the second Dolphins duo to top 1,000 yards rushing and receiving in the same season and both earned Pro Bowl selections.
JEREMIAH WASHBURN’S FOOTBALL CAREER
| 2018- |
Miami Dolphins |
Offensive Line |
| 2017 |
Chicago Bears |
Offensive Line |
| 2016 |
Miami Dolphins |
Assistant Offensive Line |
| 2009-15 |
Detroit Lions |
Assistant Offensive Line (2009-12)
Offensive Line (2013-15) |
| 2003-08 |
Baltimore Ravens |
Player Personnel Assistant (2003-04)
Area Scout (2005-08) |
| 2002 |
Carolina Panthers |
Football Operations Assistant |
| 2000-01 |
Arkansas |
Graduate Assistant |
Dade Takes Win Over Broward in Miami Dolphins Junior Dolphins Dade vs. Broward All-Star Game Presented by Broward College
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Dade Takes Win Over Broward in Miami Dolphins Junior Dolphins Dade vs. Broward All-Star Game Presented by Broward College
Davie, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins Junior Dolphins, in partnership with the Greater Miami Athletic Conference (GMAC) and the Broward County Athletic Association (BCAA), continued a seven-year tradition in hosting the Dade vs. Broward All-Star Game presented by Broward College.
Dade took home the victory over Broward with a score of 17-8. Quarterback Terrence Craig from Miami Jackson Senior High School was named as the Offensive MVP and defensive back Kershawn Paul also from Miami Jackson Senior High School was named as the Defensive MVP.
Stand-out high school seniors from Miami-Dade and Broward County were selected to participate in the event on Friday evening at Western High School. Coral Gables High School Head Football Coach Tim Neal coached the Dade squad and Western High School Head Football Coach Adam Ratkevich led the Broward team.
The Dade team was awarded with a trophy following the game, and players from both teams kept their custom game jerseys and were given a 2018 Dade vs. Broward All-Star t-shirt to commemorate their efforts. As a new element for this year’s event, Miami Dolphins Youth Programs Ambassador Twan Russell and Broward College representatives led a character development and future education planning talk with the student-athletes on field prior to the game.
“The one thing I got to say is coming back for the second year with a win with these guys and coaching for Miami-Dade County has been awesome,” said Dade Head Coach Tim Neal. “The kids that I’ve coached over the past week were just as good as last year, and I’m so excited that the Miami Dolphins have given this opportunity to these kids.”
“It was a tremendous opportunity for these young men to come out and represent their school, their neighborhood and Broward County one last time. There were some tremendous athletes on this field and they did a great job,” said Broward Head Coach Adam Ratkevich. “I really appreciate the Dolphins, BCAA, Broward College and everybody that helped put this together. It was a great opportunity for these young men, and I think they’ll cherish it for the rest of their lives.”
“We know character and sportsmanship, combined with education and mentorship, are paramount to success in the workforce and in life,” said Broward College Executive Director of Marketing and Strategic Initiatives Don Cook. “We hope all of today’s participating athletes use the same winning drive to succeed in the classroom.”
Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard, safety T.J. McDonald, tackle Eric Smith and wide receiver Kenny Stills, cheerleaders, mascot T.D. and Fins Force were on hand for the action. Prior to the game, fans also were given the opportunity to enjoy Miami Dolphins tailgate activates. Ephesus Lighting, Gatorade and Wendy’s were supporting partners of the event.
About Miami Dolphins Junior Dolphins
The Junior Dolphins program encourages youth players and coaches to learn, teach 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.
Dade vs. Broward All-Star Game Results
| Year |
Winning Team |
| 2011 |
Dade |
| 2012 |
Dade |
| 2013 |
Dade |
| 2014 |
Dade |
| 2015 |
Dade |
| 2016 |
Broward |
| 2017 |
Dade |
| 2018 |
Dade |
Landry named to AFC Pro Bowl roster
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Landry named to AFC Pro Bowl roster
MIAMI – The National Football League today announced that Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jarvis Landry has been named to the AFC roster for the 2018 Pro Bowl.
The selection marks the third straight year that Landry will finish his season in the Pro Bowl. He also participated in the Pro Bowl following the 2015 and 2016 seasons. Landry is one of eight Dolphins wide receivers to be named to the Pro Bowl and just the fourth to earn the honor three times. He joins Mark Clayton (1984-86) as the only Dolphins receivers to be elected to three consecutive Pro Bowls. Other Dolphins wide receivers to earn Pro Bowl selections include Paul Warfield (1970-74), Nat Moore (1977), Mark Duper (1983-84, 1986), Clayton (1984-86, 1988, 1991), Irving Fryar (1993-94), Chris Chambers (2005) and Brandon Marshall (2011).
Landry totaled 112 receptions in 2017, which led the NFL and broke his own single-season franchise record of 110 that he set in 2015. He became just the fourth player (fifth time overall) in NFL history to record at least five receptions in all 16 games, joining Jimmy Smith (2001), Pierre Garcon (2013) and Antonio Brown (2013 and 2014). Landry has caught at least two passes in 63 consecutive games – all but his first contest as an NFL player. His 400 career receptions are the most in the NFL through the first four seasons of a player’s career and rank sixth in Dolphins history.
Landry will replace Houston Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins, who is unable to participate due to injury.
The 2018 Pro Bowl, which kicks off at a new start time of 3 p.m. ET, will take place on Sunday, January 28, and be televised live from Camping World Stadium in Orlando on ESPN and ESPN Deportes and simulcast on ABC. Fans may visit NFL.com/ProBowlOnSale to purchase game tickets.
Miami Dolphins sign Owusu to futures contract
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January 4, 2018
Miami Dolphins sign Owusu to futures contract
MIAMI – The Miami Dolphins today announced they have signed wide receiver Francis Owusu to a reserve/futures contract.
Owusu spent the 2017 offseason and training camp with Miami before being waived with an injury settlement on Aug. 18. He originally entered the NFL as an undrafted college free agent with the Dolphins on May 5, 2017. Owusu was a four-year letterman (2013-16) and one-year starter at Stanford, where he played in 50 career games with 14 starts. He recorded career totals of 34 receptions for 482 yards (14.2 avg.) and three touchdowns.
| Name |
Pos. |
Hgt. |
Wgt. |
Birthdate |
Exp. |
College |
Hometown |
Acq. |
| Francis Owusu |
WR |
6-3 |
210 |
12/27/94 |
R |
Stanford ’17 |
Oxnard, Calif. |
FA, ‘17 |
Hard Rock Stadium to Host Peru and Croatia in World Cup Preparation Match on Friday, March 23, 2018
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Hard Rock Stadium to Host Peru and Croatia in World Cup Preparation Match on Friday, March 23, 2018
Miami – Hard Rock Stadium will host an important World Cup preparation match between Peru and Croatia on Friday, March 23, 2018 at 8 p.m. Both teams have qualified for the 2018 World Cup to be held in Russia. This will be Peru’s first trip to the World Cup in 36 years. The FIFA World Rankings have Peru ranked 11th in the world and Croatia 17th.
Fans interested in buying tickets may register in advance during the pre-registration period from January 3 – 8 at HardRockStadium.com. By preregistering, fans will be granted access to buy tickets during a presale on January 9. The general public ticket on sale will take place on January 10. Tickets will be available via Ticketmaster.com with prices starting at $40.
Peru qualified for the World Cup for the first time since 1982 by going undefeated in their last eight World Cup Qualifying matches and then defeated New Zealand 2-0 on aggregate in an intercontinental playoff on November 15. Peru will compete in Group C alongside France, Australia and Denmark. Peru is a young squad led by Jefferson Farfán, Christian Cueva, Pedro Gallese and Carlos Lobatón.
Peru Coach Ricardo Gareca stated, “Croatia is a very competitive team full of skilled players. Our team worked very hard to qualify for the World Cup. I am sure our fans will travel from Peru and across the United States to support us in Miami during one of the few preparation matches that remain before our trip to Russia for the World Cup. It will be exciting to play on a big stage at Hard Rock Stadium.”
Croatia advanced to the World Cup after defeating Greece 4-1 on aggregate across the two legs of their qualifying play-off in November. This is the fifth time Croatia has qualified for the World Cup, previously qualifying in 1998, 2002, 2006 and 2014, with a bronze medal finish in 1998. Croatia will compete in Group D along with Argentina, Iceland and Nigeria. Croatia has a very talented team with a star-studded roster including Luka Modrić (Real Madrid), Ivan Rakitić (Barcelona) and Mario Mandžukić (Juventus). In October, the Croatian Football Federation named Zlatko Dalić the National Team coach.
Dalić commented, “This is an exciting opportunity to play Peru in Miami. The Peru style of play will be a strong test as we prepare to compete in the World Cup against opponents including Argentina. We have heard about Hard Rock Stadium and expect the atmosphere to be very exciting. This will be a very competitive match.” Croatia will compete in Group D along with Argentina, Iceland and Nigeria.
Hard Rock Stadium is a global entertainment destination that serves as home to the Miami Dolphins, University of Miami football team, Orange Bowl, Super Bowl LIV and the 100th anniversary of the NFL, College Football Playoffs 2021 Final, major concerts and a host of world class events and international soccer, including El Clasico Real Madrid vs. Barcelona in July 2017. The facility has completed a $500 million, multi-year renovation privately funded by Owner Stephen Ross.
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