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Miami Dolphins sign 14 undrafted college free agents   Download PDF version

May 5, 2017

Miami Dolphins sign 14 undrafted college free agents

MIAMI – The Miami Dolphins today announced they have signed 14 undrafted college free agents: linebacker Chase Allen, punter Matt Haack, cornerback Larry Hope, wide receiver Malcolm Lewis, defensive end Cameron Malveaux, defensive end Praise Martin-Oguike, cornerback Torry McTyer, wide receiver Drew Morgan, wide receiver Francis Owusu, defensive end Joby Saint Fleur, running back De’Veon Smith, tackle Eric Smith, safety Maurice Smith and wide receiver Damore’ea Stringfellow.

Allen was a three-year starter at Southern Illinois (2014-16) and finished his career 12th in school history with 324 career tackles (157 solo). He played in 45 games with 30 starts over his four-year career (2013-16) and recorded 324 tackles (157 solo), six sacks, seven passes defensed, four forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries and four blocked kicks. Allen became the second player in SIU history to lead the team in tackles for three straight seasons. He earned second-team All-Missouri Valley Football Conference honors in 2015.

Haack was a four-year letterman at Arizona State (2013-16) where he played in 44 career games. He totaled 209 punts for 8,991 yards (43.0 avg.) and booted 73 punts inside the 20. His 43.0 yards per punt average was tied for fourth in school history. As a senior in 2016, Haack earned second-team All-Pac-12 honors and posted a net average of 44.4 yards per punt, which was sixth-best in the Football Bowl Subdivision.

Hope was a two-year letterman (2015-16) at Akron where he played in 22 games with 10 starts. He totaled 56 tackles (32 solo), 11 passes defensed and one interception. Hope transferred from the University of Miami following the 2013 season. A Miami native, he attended American Senior High School in Hialeah, Florida.

Lewis played in 50 games with 15 starts during his five-year career (2012-16) at the University of Miami. He totaled 62 receptions for 649 yards (10.5 avg.) and three touchdowns and also returned 21 kickoffs for 470 yards (22.4 avg.). Lewis is just the 11th player in school history to play in 50-plus career games. He started the final four games of his senior season and recorded 17 receptions for 211 yards (13.7 avg.) in 2016. Lewis was granted an additional year of eligibility following a season-ending injury in 2012. A native of nearby Miramar, Florida, he played high school football at Miramar High School.

Malveaux was a four-year letterman (2013-16) and two-year starter at Houston, where he totaled 52 career games played and 27 starts. He posted 81 tackles (44 solo), four sacks, five passes defensed and three fumble recoveries. As a senior, Malveaux served as a team captain and started all 13 games. He finished his final season with 7.5 tackles for loss and two fumble recoveries.

Martin-Oguike was a four-year letterman for Temple (2011, 2014-16) and played in 47 career games with 28 starts. He totaled 124 tackles (80 solo), 19 sacks, one interception, two passes defensed, 11 forced fumbles and four fumble recoveries. Martin-Oguike earned second-team All-American Athletic Conference honors in both 2014 and 2016. His 11 forced fumbles were second among all FBS active players at the time he finished his career. As a senior in 2016, Martin-Oguike played in 14 games with 11 starts and totaled 54 tackles (31 solo), 7.5 sacks, one pass defensed, three forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries.

McTyer played in 49 games with 22 starts over his four-year career (2013-16) at UNLV. He totaled 138 tackles (100 solo), four interceptions and 28 passes defensed. As a senior in 2016, he led the team with 15 passes defensed and three interceptions. His father, Tim McTyer, played three seasons in the NFL as a cornerback for Philadelphia (1997-98) and Cleveland (1999) after he was an undrafted college free agent in 1997.

Morgan was a four-year letterman (2013-16) and two-year starter at Arkansas. He finished his career with 138 receptions for 1,768 yards (12.8 avg.) and 14 touchdowns. The 138 receptions are seventh, the 1,763 receiving yards are 15th and the 14 receiving touchdowns are 13th in school history. As a senior in 2016, Morgan led the team with 65 receptions, which was third in single-season school history. Morgan earned second-team All-SEC honors as a junior in 2015 when he caught 63 passes for 843 yards (13.4 avg.) and 10 touchdowns. The 10 touchdowns were tied for second in the SEC and were third-most in school history.

Owusu played in 50 games with 14 starts in his four-year career (2013-16) at Stanford. He totaled 34 receptions for 482 yards (14.2 avg.) and three touchdowns. As a senior in 2016, he played in 11 games with seven starts and caught eight passes for 113 yards (14.1 avg.) and one touchdown. Owusu set career highs in reception (13) and receiving yards (175) as a junior in 2015. His brother, Chris Owusu, entered the NFL as an undrafted college free agent in 2012. He played wide receiver for Tampa Bay (2012-14) and the New York Jets (2014-15).

Saint Fleur was a four-year letterman (2013-16) and three-year starter at Northwestern Oklahoma State, where he played in all 43 career games and made 32 starts. He recorded 208 tackles (128 solo), 23 sacks, 10 passes defensed, six forced fumbles and three fumble recoveries. Saint Fleur led his team in sacks for three straight seasons. As a senior in 2016, he earned second-team All-Great American Conference honors as he totaled 41 tackles (26 solo), four sacks, two forced fumbles and one fumble recovery. He was named D2 All-American honorable mention and earned first-team All-Great American Conference honors as a junior in 2015 with 77 tackles (48 solo), 10.5 sacks and three forced fumbles.

De’Veon Smith played in 49 games with 26 starts at running back in four seasons (2013-16) at Michigan. He recorded career totals of 495 carries for 2,235 yards (4.5 avg.) and 22 touchdowns. Smith started all 13 games as a senior in 2016, totaling 181 carries for 846 yards (4.7 avg.) and 10 touchdowns, earning All-Big Ten honorable mention. As a junior in 2015, Smith earned All-Big Ten honorable mention with 180 carries for 753 yards (4.2 avg.) and six touchdowns.

Eric Smith played in 45 career games over four seasons (2013-16) at Virginia and started 44 straight games to finish his career. He started all 12 games at right tackle in his sophomore (2014), junior (2015) and senior (2016) seasons. In 2015, Smith helped block for Taquan Mizzell, who set the ACC record for most receiving yards in a season by a running back (721). As a true freshman in 2013, Smith became just the fourth true freshman in school history to start at a tackle position and earned Freshman All-American honors.

Maurice Smith started one season (2016) at Georgia, where he played in all 13 games with 11 starts. He posted 50 tackles (32 solo), one sack, five passes defensed, two interceptions, two forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries. Smith also served as a team captain. He transferred from Alabama following the 2015 season and played in 40 games with two starts during his three seasons (2013-15) with the Crimson Tide. Smith totaled 38 tackles (19 solo) with 1.5 sacks, five passes defensed and one fumble recovery at Alabama and was part of the program’s national championship team in 2015.

Stringfellow played two seasons (2015-16) at Mississippi and appeared in 24 games with 17 starts. He totaled 82 receptions for 1,219 yards (14.8 avg.) and 11 touchdowns. His 11 career receiving touchdowns are tied for 11th in program history. As a junior in 2016, Stringfellow started all 12 games at wide receiver and recorded 46 receptions for 716 yards (15.6 avg.) and six touchdowns. He transferred from Washington following the 2013 season. Stringfellow played one season (2013) at Washington with 12 appearances and three starts. He caught 20 passes for 259 yards (13.0 avg.) and one touchdown.

Name Pos. Hgt. Wgt. Birthdate Exp. College Hometown Acq.
Chase Allen LB 6-4 241 8/29/93 R Southern Illinois ’17 Belleville, Ill. FA, ‘17
Matt Haack P 6-1 185 7/25/94 R Arizona State ’17 West Des Moines, Iowa FA, ‘17
Larry Hope CB 6-0 192 10/19/93 R Akron ’17 Miami, Fla. FA, ‘17
Malcolm Lewis WR 5-10 190 10/27/93 R Miami (Fla.) ’17 Miramar, Fla. FA, ‘17
Cameron Malveaux DE 6-6 270 8/22/94 R Houston ’17 Beaumont, Texas FA, ‘17
Praise Martin-Oguike DE 6-1 255 8/30/93 R Temple ’17 Woodbridge, N.J. FA, ‘17
Torry McTyer CB 6-0 195 4/10/95 R UNLV ’17 Los Angeles, Calif. FA, ‘17
Drew Morgan WR 6-0 193 12/2/94 R Arkansas ’17 Greenwood, Ark. FA, ‘17
Francis Owusu WR 6-3 210 12/27/94 R Stanford ’17 Oxnard, Calif. FA, ‘17
Joby Saint Fleur DE 6-5 245 11/11/92 R NW Oklahoma St. ’17 Winter Haven, Fla. FA, ‘17
De’Veon Smith RB 5-11 228 11/8/94 R Michigan ’17 Warren, Ohio FA, ‘17
Eric Smith T 6-5 300 9/2/95 R Virginia ’17 Decatur, Ga. FA, ‘17
Maurice Smith S 6-0 195 6/14/95 R Georgia ’17 Sugar Land, Texas FA, ‘17
Damore’ea Stringfellow WR 6-2 219 10/18/94 R Mississippi ’17 Perris, Calif. FA, ‘17
International Music Icon Marc Anthony to Headline International Champions Cup First Ever Halftime Show at El Clásico Miami   Download PDF version

May 3, 2017

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International Music Icon Marc Anthony to Headline International Champions Cup First Ever Halftime Show at El Clásico Miami

MIAMI – El Clásico Miami announced today that global music icon Marc Anthony is the performer and main music attraction for the halftime at the 2017 International Champions Cup presented by Heineken match of El Clásico Miami between Real Madrid C.F. and FC Barcelona. The match, set for July 29 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla., is presented by Relevant Sports, a division RSE Ventures.

The announcement was made at the Pérez Art Museum Miami. Marc Anthony was introduced by Related Group Miami CEO & Co-Founder Jorge Perez, who also serves as an Ambassador of El Clásico Miami. Anthony’s historic performance at the sold-out match will be the first to headline a halftime show at any International Champions Cup match and will give the fans in attendance a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to enjoy his music.

Marc Anthony is one of the most influential performing artists of his time, and an ambassador of Latin music and culture at a global level with social media platforms totaling more than 30 million followers. He is a five-time Grammy winner with 26 Billboard chart topping hits, holds the Guinness World Record for best-selling salsa artist and the most number-one albums on the Billboard Tropical Albums year-end charts. He also is a successful actor and philanthropist. Anthony’s foundation, Maestro Cares, addresses the housing, academic and health challenges orphaned children face each day in developing Latin American countries. In 2015, he founded MAGNUS Media, a company with operating divisions for artist management, music publishing, digital and video content creation, television production, a music label, talent agency, a sports division and an entertainment-centric brand marketing practice focused on leveraging the power of top Latino content creators and influencers worldwide.

Leading up to El Clásico Miami, fans will have a chance to participate in a variety of activities including concerts, team pep rallies, art and more. These festivities will be hosted in and around Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Beach, Wynwood and Bayfront Park as part of an immersive experience that will provide chances for fans to experience the culture of Miami.
About the International Champions Cup

The International Champions Cup is the world’s premier summer soccer tournament organized by Relevent Sports, featuring the best clubs from around the world. A staple property of Relevent Sports and RSE Ventures, the International Champions Cup works with leading sponsors such as Heineken, Nike, Orlando, and Ally, among others, to bring the best in soccer to iconic sports venues across North America, Europe and China.

The International Champions Cup has hosted some of the most iconic matchups in the world, including the two most attended soccer matches in U.S. history. First came when Real Madrid C.F. and Manchester United F.C. drew 109,318 fans to Michigan Stadium at the University of Michigan. Real Madrid C.F.  returned to the “Big House” to take on Chelsea F.C. in front of 105,826 fans, second all-time, as part of the 2016 tournament. The International Champions Cup also has hosted the most attended soccer matches in Minnesota (64,101 at U.S. Bank Stadium) and Ohio (86,641 at Ohio Stadium) state history. In its four-year history, Real Madrid C.F., Manchester United F.C., Juventus F.C. and Paris Saint-Germain F.C. have all won installments of the tournament.

About Relevent Sports

Relevent Sports provides an innovative approach to building a soccer presence in the United States and around the globe. Relevent Sports showcases the best match-ups and tournaments in soccer featuring the top clubs, international teams and players. Since 2013, Relevent Sports has organized the International Champions Cup; the premier preseason tournament featuring the top European clubs with matches in North America, Europe and Asia. Utilizing brand development, grassroots planning, corporate sponsors and international touring, Relevent Sports promotes and grows the love of soccer worldwide.

About the International Champions Cup

The International Champions Cup is the world’s premier summer soccer tournament organized by Relevent Sports, featuring the best clubs from around the world. A staple property of Relevent Sports and RSE Ventures, the International Champions Cup works with leading sponsors such as Heineken, Nike, Orlando, and Ally, among others, to bring the best in soccer to iconic sports venues across North America, Europe and China.

The International Champions Cup has hosted some of the most iconic matchups in the world, including the two most attended soccer matches in U.S. history. First came when Real Madrid C.F. and Manchester United F.C. drew 109,318 fans to Michigan Stadium at the University of Michigan. Real Madrid C.F.  returned to the “Big House” to take on Chelsea F.C. in front of 105,826 fans, second all-time, as part of the 2016 tournament. The International Champions Cup also has hosted the most attended soccer matches in Minnesota (64,101 at U.S. Bank Stadium) and Ohio (86,641 at Ohio Stadium) state history. In its four-year history, Real Madrid C.F., Manchester United F.C., Juventus F.C. and Paris Saint-Germain F.C. have all won installments of the tournament.

About RSE Ventures

Founded in 2012 by Stephen M. Ross and Matt Higgins, RSE Ventures is a multi-national sports and entertainment venture firm with a focus on new technologies. RSE builds, owns and operates companies in sports, media, entertainment and technology, including Catalyst Media Group, VaynerMedia, Vayner/RSE, Relevent Sports, Ascendent Sports Group and the International Champions Cup.

Miami Dolphins exercise fifth-year option on James   Download PDF version

MIAMI – The Miami Dolphins today announced they have exercised the fifth-year option on tackle Ja’Wuan James. He is now signed through the 2018 season.

James started all 16 games at right tackle in 2016 for the Dolphins and helped quarterback Ryan Tannehill set career highs in quarterback rating (93.5) and yards per attempt (7.70). He was part of an offensive line unit that blocked for running back Jay Ajayi’s 1,272-yard season, the third-most rushing yards in a single season in team history. James has started 39 games in his three-year career and originally entered the NFL as a first-round pick (19th overall) by the Dolphins in the 2014 NFL draft.

Miami Dolphins, AARP Foundation Host Fourth Annual Million Meal Pack   Download PDF version

April 30, 2017

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Miami Dolphins, AARP Foundation Host Fourth Annual Million Meal Pack

Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins and AARP Foundation teamed up for the 4th Annual Million Meal Pack at the Rick Case Arena at Nova Southeastern University. Participants packed 1,003,680 meals that will be delivered by U.S. Hunger to Feeding South Florida’s network of older adults in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. On hand to help pack meals was Miami Dolphins President & CEO Tom Garfinkel, Executive Vice President of Football Operations Mike Tannenbaum, Head Coach Adam Gase, coaches, staff and both current and former players.

“We’ve worked together with AARP Foundation, for the fourth consecutive year, to pack and deliver more than one million meals that will stay right here in our community,” Miami Dolphins Foundation Executive Director Jennifer Jehn said. “Once again volunteers energetically united and graciously gave their time to help our neighbors in need.”

“Today, with the help of dedicated local volunteers, the Miami Dolphins and AARP Foundation, came together to help alleviate the issue of hunger that affects more than 10 million older adults in the U.S. every day,” said Emily Allen, Senior Vice President of AARP Foundation. “Over the past few years our continued relationship with the Miami Dolphins demonstrates our commitment to helping low income older adults in South Florida.”

At the Million Meal Pack, more than 5,295 enthusiastic volunteers worked an assembly line to pack nutritious Jambalaya meals of red lentils, rice, dehydrated vegetables and pink Himalayan salt. Volunteers also were invited to take part in a Community Fair as a thank you for their service. The fair’s lively atmosphere featured live music, football activities, performances by the Miami Dolphins Cheerleaders and chances to win prizes. Participants were also able to learn about additional volunteer opportunities to serve their senior neighbors though interactive demonstrations, speakers and take-home materials.

Together, AARP Foundation and the Miami Dolphins have built a volunteer community committed to serving low-income older adults in South Florida. As the presenting sponsor of the Miami Dolphins Special Teams program – the largest volunteer program in the National Football League – AARP Foundation has helped execute numerous service events in South Florida and has positively impacted the region in an effort to help older adults facing challenges with hunger, isolation, income and housing needs through targeted and customized events to address these issues.

Miami Dolphins Celebrate Youth Football in South Florida with Announcement of Day 3 Draft Picks from the Baptist Health Training Facility at Nova Southeastern University   Download PDF version

April 29, 2017

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MIAMI DOLPHINS CELEBRATE YOUTH FOOTBALL IN SOUTH FLORIDA WITH ANNOUNCEMENT OF DAY 3 DRAFT PICKS FROM THE BAPTIST HEALTH TRAINING FACILITY AT NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY

Davie, Fla. — The Miami Dolphins announced their Day 3 picks during Rounds 5 and 6 of the NFL Draft from the Baptist Health Training Facility at Nova Southeastern University. The team’s Day 3 selections – which began on Saturday, April 29 at 12 p.m. ET – celebrated youth football in South Florida with several special guests on hand. The announcements were made by Jaden Piner from the Academy Award-winning film Moonlight, Miami Dolphins Alum and American Heritage High School Head Football Coach Patrick Surtain and Miami Dolphins Alum Troy Drayton.

Moonlight cast member Jaden Piner announced the selection of fifth-round pick (164th overall) guard Isaac Asiata from Utah. Piner, 13, co-starred in the movie Moonlight that won the Academy Award for Best Picture. He played the young version of Chiron’s friend Kevin and had the opportunity to walk the red carpet and attend the Oscars. Piner is a student at Norland Middle School in Miami Gardens and was joined by his cast members and drama teacher, Tanisha Cidel.

Accompanying Surtain for the announcement of fifth-round pick (178th overall) defensive tackle Davon Godchaux from LSU was Miami Carol City Senior High School running back and Dolphins High School Player of the Year Nayquan Wright as well as Dolphins Team Mom of the Year Marisella Readon from the Boca Braves of the Gold Coast Pop Warner League. These three announcers were recognized throughout the 2016 NFL season by the Miami Dolphins and the Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality (RISE) for their commitment to being leaders both on and off the field.

Surtain was a second-round pick by the Dolphins in the 1998 NFL draft and played seven seasons for the team (1998-2004). He was selected to three straight Pro Bowls (2002-04) and named All-Pro in 2002 and 2003. Surtain played in 108 games for the Dolphins and had 29 interceptions and 86 passes defensed. As a coach, he helped American Heritage win the FHSAA Class 5A state championship in 2016, defeating Ponte Verde 35-33. Surtain also received the Week 14 High School Coach of the Week award and was named by the Dolphins as the Broward County High School Coach of the Year.

Wright is a running back from Miami Carol City Senior High School and a member of the Chiefs’ 2016 Class 2A State Championship team. He received recognition as the Week 5 High School Player of the Week. Only a sophomore, Wright already has scholarship offers from Alabama, Miami (Fla.), Notre Dame, Florida State and Georgia.

Readon who was the Week 10 Team Mom of the Week award recipient. Readon has overcome tremendous adversity as she lost her son in early 2016, who would have been on the Tiny Mite team (7U), yet she still finds the time and energy to support her older son’s team. She is always there when you need her and the first to take the initiative and volunteer her time. Readon never misses a practice or game and is there, not only for her son, but for all the boys on the team. This year, her Jr. Pee Wee team had an influx of new players which meant new moms to the organization. She welcomed everyone with open arms and has made them feel like family. Recently, Readon was appointed to the Braves’ board as scholastic coordinator because of her commitment to the scholastic performance of her players.

Drayton, who currently serves as the Dolphins Youth Programs Manager announced sixth-round pick (194th overall) defensive tackle Vincent Taylor from Oklahoma State. Drayton was joined by the youth flag football team that represented the franchise at this year’s NFL Pro Bowl in Orlando The team is comprised of players who participated in the Dolphins Academy Summer Camps.

Drayton played tight end for the Dolphins from 1996-99 and appeared in 55 games with 53 starts. He caught 127 passes for 1,511 yards (11.9 avg.) and eight touchdowns. He was a second-round pick in the 1993 NFL draft by the Los Angeles Rams and played eight NFL seasons with three different teams.

El Clásico Miami Announces Board of Ambassadors   Download PDF version

April 25, 2017

El Clásico Miami Announces Board of Ambassadors

Famed Clubs to Meet on July 29, 2017 for the First-Ever El Clásico in the United States

MIAMI (April 25, 2017) Relevent Sports announced the creation of a Board of Ambassadors as part of El Clásico Miami, the first-ever match between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid C.F. to take place in North America. This influential group, chaired by Stephen M. Ross, will promote and advocate the interactive events centered on the art, culture and athletics of this historic celebration of world class soccer. The two rivals will meet on July 29, 2017 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla., as part of the 2017 International Champions Cup (ICC) presented by Heineken and broadcast on ESPN and ESPN Deportes at 7:30PM ET.

Board members include world renown entertainers Flo Rida, Marc Future (DJ), athletes Serena Williams, Ray Allen, Chris Bosh, Pau Gasol, art, entertainment and cultural leaders Jorge Perez, Jeffrey Soffer, Phil Goldfarb, Jessica Goldman, Brian Goldmeier, Dave Grutman, Rene Kamm, Jesse Manzano Plaza, business executives Maverick Carter, Ronnie Fieg, Desmond Howard, Ferran Prieto and Paul Rivera, RSE Ventures co-founder Matt Higgins and executive Daniel Sillman, and members of the Miami Dolphins including President & CEO Tom Garfinkel and Pro Football Hall of Famer Dan Marino.

El Clásico Miami will be held at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla., the first soccer event to take place since the stadium’s latest renovations. Hard Rock Stadium returns as a venue for the ICC after hosting the championship match in each of the first two years of the tournament.

The International Champions Cup was launched by Stephen M. Ross and Matt Higgins in 2013 with the creation of Relevent Sports, led by Charlie Stillitano and Jon Sheiman. El Clásico Miami will mark the first-ever match between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid C.F. to take place in North America. Hailed as one of sport’s all-time greatest rivalries, the current rosters for each club feature some of the best players in the world. Real Madrid C.F. is anchored by recently crowned FIFA Men’s Player of the Year and Ballon D’Or winner, Cristiano Ronaldo, alongside Welsh superstar Gareth Bale, while perennial world-class Argentinean national, Lionel Messi, and famed Brazilian Neymar lead FC Barcelona.

As part of this momentous event, the ICC and El Clásico Miami management teams have developed exciting events leading up to the match including concerts, brand activations, team pep rallies, art activations and more which will be hosted in and around Hard Rock Stadium as part of an immersive experience site that will be available to fans from Tuesday to Sunday. Additionally, El Clásico Miami week will provide an opportunity for fans to experience the culture of Miami by creating events around Miami Beach, Wynwood and Bayfront Park. The week will be filled with concerts, beach parties and art activations that create a spectacle of events around the match.

For further information, please visit: http://elclasico.internationalchampionscup.com/el-clasico-miami-board-of-ambassadors/

About Relevent Sports

Relevent Sports provides an innovative approach to building a soccer presence in the United States and around the globe. Relevent Sports showcases the best matchups and tournaments in soccer featuring the top clubs, international teams and players. In addition to hosting the International Champions Cup annually every summer, Relevent Sports works closely with national teams including Brazil, Argentina and Portugal to host exhibition matches in major sports venues throughout the year. Utilizing brand development, grassroots planning, corporate sponsors, international touring and philanthropic initiatives, Relevent Sports promotes and grows the love of soccer worldwide.

About the International Champions Cup Presented by Heineken

The International Champions Cup is the world’s premier summer soccer tournament organized by Relevent Sports, featuring the best clubs from around the world. A staple property of Relevent Sports and RSE Ventures, the International Champions Cup works with leading sponsors such as Heineken, Nike, Visit Orlando, and Ally, among others, to bring the best in soccer to iconic sports venues across North America, Europe and China.

The International Champions Cup has hosted some of the most iconic matchups in the world, including the two most attended soccer matches in U.S. history. The first came when 109,318 fans saw Real Madrid and Manchester United play in Michigan Stadium at the University of Michigan. Real Madrid returned to the “Big House” to take on Chelsea in front of 105,826 fans, second all-time, as part of the 2016 tournament. The International Champions Cup also has hosted the most attended soccer matches in Minnesota (64,101 at U.S. Bank Stadium) and Ohio (86,641 at Ohio Stadium) state history. In its four-year history, Real Madrid, Manchester United, Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain have all won installments of the tournament.

Dolphins Cancer Challenge Hosts Second Annual Celebrity Golf Tournament   Download PDF version

April 21, 2017

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Dolphins Cancer Challenge Hosts Second Annual Celebrity Golf Tournament

Aventura, FL – The Dolphins Cancer Challenge (DCC) today hosted the second annual DCC Celebrity Golf Tournament at Turnberry Isle Miami’s two 18-hole championship courses with partners BBVA Compass, BMW South Florida and CapsCanada. The tournament offered cancer fighters a chance to golf and interact with athletes and other celebrity guests. Funds raised from the golf tournament will benefit Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami. More than 190 golfers participated in the sold-out event.

“Today is a great day to be a cancer fighter. Today we came together in the name of fighting a disease that has touched us all in some way,” DCC Chair & Vice Chairman of Rialto Capital Management Eric Feder said. “This event caps what has been a successful year of raising critical funds for innovative cancer research that will have a direct impact on the South Florida community.”

The participants teed off for a round of scramble-golf on the world-famous Soffer and Miller Courses with Miami Dolphins Head Coach Adam Gase and Dolphins alumni and players, including Walt Aikens, Dick Anderson, Jermon Bushrod, Kim Bokamper, Bob Brudzinski, Winston Chapman, John Denney, Brandon Doughty, Troy Drayton, Brian Fleury, Andrew Franks, Bob Griese, Lorenzo Hampton, Thomas Henderson, Reshad Jones, Ted Larsen, Dan Marino, Matt Moore, Nat Moore, John Offerdahl, Trevor Reilly, Dwight Stephenson, Lawrence Timmons and Sam Young.

They were joined by Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos A. Gimenez as well as former and current pro athletes Charles Johnson (Miami Marlins), Alex Petrovic (Florida Panthers), Derek Mackenzie (Florida Panthers), Rony Seikaly (Miami Heat) and Jonathan Vilma (NFL). Former UM alumni Jon Beason, Brett Romberg, Gino Torretta and DJ Williams also were in attendance.

Golfers were treated to exceptional food and beverage at Bourbon Steak and finished the day with a VIP reception at Corsair.

2017 DCC Celebrity Golf Tournament Winners

Scramble (Miller Course) – Dan Marino, Roberto Muoz, Brick Huffman and Robert Lundgren

Scramble (Soffer Course) – Troy Drayton, Michael Mandich, Tre Leoni and Joe Leoni.

Closest to the Pin – Chris Burr (Miller Course) and Mike Perrault (Soffer Course)

Longest Drive – Sam Young, (Miller Course), Luke Freeman (Soffer Course), Bree Rodriguez (Miller Course) and Alexandra Salanic (Soffer Course)

About Dolphins Cancer Challenge

The Dolphins Cancer Challenge (DCC) was founded in 2010 by the Miami Dolphins organization as the signature initiative of the Foundation’s health pillar. The DCC’s mission is to improve people’s lives through financial support for innovative cancer research at South Florida’s only academic-based cancer center – Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami. Since its inception, the DCC has raised more than $16 million, donating 100 percent of participant-raised funds to Sylvester. For additional information, call (305) 943-6799 or visit www. DolphinsCancerChallenge.com. DCC can be found on Facebook at facebook.com/RideDCC and on Twitter at @TackleCancer.

Miami Dolphins announce 2017 schedule   Download PDF version

MIAMI – The Miami Dolphins today announced their 2017 schedule. The team will kick off the 2017 season at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 10 at 1 p.m. against Tampa Bay. It is just the second time since 2011 the Dolphins have opened the season at home.

The Dolphins are scheduled to have four primetime games, the most since the 2004 season, including three in a row from Weeks 8-10. It is the first time in franchise history the team will play three straight primetime games. Miami will first appear in primetime on Thursday Night Football in Week 8 (Oct. 26) at Baltimore. In Week 9 (Nov. 5), the Dolphins will host Oakland on Sunday Night Football. The following week will feature Miami at Carolina on Monday Night Football on Nov. 13. The Dolphins will also play on Monday Night Football in Week 14 (Dec. 11) when they host New England.

Miami’s home schedule features an impressive slate of opponents, including the past two Super Bowl champions – Denver and New England. The seven teams the Dolphins will host at Hard Rock Stadium were a collective 65-47 last year and all but two of them had winning records in 2016.

As a whole, the Dolphins will play the AFC and NFC champions from each of the past two seasons – Denver, New England, Carolina and Atlanta. Of Miami’s 16 games, three will come against teams that played in Super Bowl LI, five will be against 2016 playoff teams and eight will take place against teams with a winning record last season.

Miami will travel to London for a regular-season game for the fourth time in team history and kick off at 9:30 a.m. Eastern time on Oct. 1 vs. New Orleans. Miami won a 2014 meeting with Oakland at Wembley Stadium but fell short in a 2007 meeting with the New York Giants and a 2015 showdown against the New York Jets.

The Dolphins will also play two road games in new NFL venues. In Week 2 (Sept. 17), the Dolphins will play the Chargers at StubHub Center in the Chargers’ first regular season home game since returning to Los Angeles. In Week 6 (Oct. 15), Miami will play in Atlanta’s brand new venue, Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

The Dolphins also announced dates and times for their four preseason games. The first game vs. Atlanta will be played on Aug. 10 at 7 p.m. In Week 2, the Dolphins will host Baltimore on Aug. 17 at 7 p.m. The team will play at Philadelphia in Week 3 on Aug. 24 at 7 p.m. before wrapping up the preseason at Minnesota in Week 4 on Aug. 31 at 8 p.m.

All games can be heard on Miami’s Sports Radio 560 WQAM, the official flagship radio partner of the franchise, and simulcast on KISS 99.9 FM. The four preseason games can be seen locally in the Miami-Ft. Lauderdale market on WFOR-TV CBS4, the official local television broadcast partner of the Miami Dolphins.

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MIAMI DOLPHINS 2017 PRESEASON SCHEDULE

DATE OPPONENT STADIUM NETWORK TIME (ET)
Thurs., Aug. 10 ATLANTA FALCONS Hard Rock Stadium WFOR CBS4 7 p.m.
Thurs., Aug. 17 BALTIMORE RAVENS Hard Rock Stadium WFOR CBS4 7 p.m.
Thurs., Aug. 24 at Philadelphia Eagles Lincoln Financial Field WFOR CBS4 7 p.m.
Thurs., Aug. 31 at Minnesota Vikings U.S. Bank Stadium WFOR CBS4 8 p.m.

MIAMI DOLPHINS 2017 REGULAR SEASON SCHEDULE

DATE OPPONENT STADIUM NETWORK TIME (ET)
Sun., Sept. 10 TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS Hard Rock Stadium FOX 1 p.m.
Sun., Sept. 17 at Los Angeles Chargers StubHub Center CBS 4:05 p.m.
Sun., Sept. 24 at New York Jets MetLife Stadium CBS 1 p.m.
Sun., Oct. 1 NEW ORLEANS SAINTS Wembley Stadium (London) FOX 9:30 a.m.
Sun., Oct. 8 TENNESSEE TITANS Hard Rock Stadium CBS 1 p.m.*
Sun., Oct. 15 at Atlanta Falcons Mercedes-Benz Stadium CBS 1 p.m.*
Sun., Oct. 22 NEW YORK JETS Hard Rock Stadium FOX 1 p.m.*
Thurs., Oct. 26 at Baltimore Ravens M&T Bank Stadium CBS/NFLN/Amazon 8:25 p.m.
Sun., Nov. 5 OAKLAND RAIDERS Hard Rock Stadium NBC 8:30 p.m.*
Mon., Nov. 13 at Carolina Panthers Bank of America Stadium ESPN 8:30 p.m.
Sun., Nov. 19 BYE WEEK
Sun., Nov. 26 at New England Patriots Gillette Stadium CBS 1 p.m.*
Sun., Dec. 3 DENVER BRONCOS Hard Rock Stadium CBS 1 p.m.*
Mon., Dec. 11 NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS Hard Rock Stadium ESPN 8:30 p.m.
Sun., Dec. 17 at Buffalo Bills New Era Field CBS 1 p.m.*
Sun., Dec. 24 at Kansas City Chiefs Arrowhead Stadium CBS 1 p.m.*
Sun., Dec. 31 BUFFALO BILLS Hard Rock Stadium CBS 1 p.m.*

* Game subject to flexible scheduling in Weeks 5-17
All times EASTERN

For the fourth straight year, a select number of games will be “cross-flexed,” moving between CBS and FOX to bring potentially under-distributed games to wider audiences. Some of those contests were announced today while the remainder of “cross-flexed” games will be decided during the season.

“Flexible scheduling” will be used in Weeks 5-17. Additionally, in Weeks 5-10, flexible scheduling may be used in no more than two weeks. In Weeks 5-16, the schedule lists the games tentatively set for Sunday Night Football on NBC. Only Sunday afternoon games are eligible to be moved to Sunday night, in which case the tentatively scheduled Sunday night game would be moved to an afternoon start time. Flexible scheduling will not be applied to games airing on Thursday, Saturday or Monday nights. A flexible scheduling move will be announced at least 12 days before the game. For Week 17, the Sunday night game will be announced no later than six days prior to Dec. 31. The schedule does not list a Sunday night game in Week 17, but an afternoon game with playoff implications will be moved to that time slot. Flexible scheduling ensures quality matchups in all Sunday time slots in those weeks and gives “surprise” teams a chance to play their way into primetime.

2017 Schedule Notes

Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Sunday, Sept. 10 at 1 p.m. at Miami)

  • The Last Time (HOME): Miami 25, Tampa Bay 23; Nov. 15, 2009
  • The Last Time (OVERALL): Tampa Bay 22, Miami 19; Nov. 11, 2013
  • The Series: Tied at 5-5
  • Miami is 3-1 all-time in home games vs. Tampa Bay.
  • Three of the past four meetings have been decided by three points or less.
  • Despite being the closest NFL team to the Dolphins (only 271 driving miles from Raymond James Stadium to Hard Rock Stadium), the two teams have met just five times in the past 25 years.

Los Angeles Chargers (Sunday, Sept. 17 at 4:05 p.m. at L.A. Chargers)

  • The Last Time (AWAY/OVERALL): Miami 31, San Diego 24; Nov. 13, 2016
  • The Last Time (IN LOS ANGELES): First meeting
  • The Series: Miami leads 17-15 (includes four playoff games)
  • The Dolphins are 10-3 in their last 13 games against the Chargers dating back to 1995.
  • Miami is 7-11 all-time in games played at the Chargers (includes win on Oct. 27, 2003 in game moved to Tempe, Ariz. due to wildfires).
  • Miami is 6-2 all-time in games played in the Los Angeles area (includes games at Rams, Raiders, Super Bowl VII and Super Bowl XVII).
  • The two teams have met in four consecutive seasons (2013-16) with the Dolphins taking three of the four meetings.
  • This will be the first of two stadiums the Dolphins will play in for the first time this season as the Chargers are playing in the StubHub Center (Carson, Calif.) for the 2017 and 2018 seasons.

New York Jets (Sunday, Sept. 24 at 1 p.m. at N.Y. Jets | Sunday, Oct. 22 at 1 p.m. at Miami)

  • The Last Time (HOME): Miami 27, N.Y. Jets 23; Nov. 6, 2016
  • The Last Time (AWAY): Miami 34, N.Y. Jets 13; Dec. 17, 2016
  • The Series:Y. Jets lead 53-49-1 (includes one playoff game)
  • The Dolphins are 26-25-1 all-time at home against the N.Y. Jets.
  • The Dolphins are 23-28 all-time in road games at the N.Y. Jets.
  • Miami has won four of its past five (and seven of its past nine) road meetings at the N.Y. Jets.

New Orleans Saints (Sunday, Oct. 1 at 9:30 a.m. at London)

  • The Last Time (HOME): New Orleans 46, Miami 34; Oct. 25, 2009
  • The Last Time (OVERALL): New Orleans 38, Miami 17; Sept. 30, 2013 (at New Orleans)
  • The Last Time (IN LONDON): N.Y. Jets, 27, Miami 14; Oct. 4, 2015
  • The Series: Miami leads 6-5
  • Miami is 3-1 all-time in home games vs. the Saints.
  • This is the Dolphins’ fourth trip to London with all four games coming at Wembley Stadium.
  • Miami is 1-2 all-time in London with a win against Oakland in 2014 and losses vs. N.Y. Giants in 2007 and vs. N.Y. Jets in 2015.
  • Running back Jay Ajayi was born in London, lived there until he was seven years old and is a British citizen.

Tennessee Titans (Sunday, Oct. 8 at 1 p.m. at Miami)

  • The Last Time (HOME/OVERALL): Tennessee 30, Miami 17; Oct. 9, 2016
  • The Series: Miami leads 19-17 (includes one playoff game)
  • Miami is 11-9 all-time vs. the Titans/Oilers at home.
  • The Dolphins have won three of their past five and six of their past nine home games against the Titans.
  • Miami is 9-5 in its past 13 games against Tennessee.

Atlanta Falcons (Sunday, Oct. 15 at 1 p.m. at Atlanta)

  • The Last Time (AWAY): Atlanta 19, Miami 7; Sept. 13, 2009
  • The Last Time (OVERALL): Miami 27, Atlanta 23; Sept. 22, 2013
  • The Series: Miami leads 8-4
  • Miami is 2-2 all-time against Atlanta in road games.
  • This will be the second of two stadiums the Dolphins will play in for the first time this season as Mercedes-Benz Stadium opens in downtown Atlanta for the 2017 season.
  • Miami’s last road win against the Falcons came on Sept. 21, 1980 in a 20-17 victory at Atlanta Fulton County Stadium.

Baltimore Ravens (Thursday, Oct. 26 at 8:25 p.m. at Baltimore)

  • The Last Time (AWAY/OVERALL): Baltimore 38, Miami 6; Dec. 4, 2016
  • The Last Time (PRIMETIME): Miami 19, Baltimore 6; Sept. 17, 2000 (at Miami)
  • The Series: Baltimore leads 8-6 (includes two playoff games)
  • Miami is 1-3 all-time in games played at the Baltimore Ravens.
  • The Dolphins are 9-8 all-time in games played in Baltimore (includes games against the Ravens and Colts).
  • The two teams have met in the past four straight seasons (2013-16) with Baltimore taking three of the four meetings.
  • Miami is 2-2 in its past four games on Thursdays.

Oakland Raiders (Sunday, Nov. 5 at 8:30 p.m. at Miami)

  • The Last Time (HOME): Miami 35, Oakland 13; Sept. 16, 2012
  • The Last Time (OVERALL): Miami 38, Oakland 14; Sept. 28, 2014 (at London)
  • The Last Time (PRIMETIME):A. Raiders 13, Miami 10; Nov. 19, 1990 (at Miami)
  • The Series: Oakland leads 19-17-1 (includes four playoff games)
  • Miami is 10-8-1 all-time at home against Oakland.
  • The Dolphins have won seven of their past eight home games against the Raiders, dating back to 1992 (lone loss was Sept. 30, 2007).
  • Miami has won five straight and 11 of the past 13 contests against the Raiders (last loss was Sept. 30, 2007).
  • This will be the Dolphins’ first appearance on Sunday Night Football since Sept. 26, 2010 vs. the New York Jets

Carolina Panthers (Monday, Nov. 13 at 8:30 p.m. at Carolina)

  • The Last Time (AWAY): Miami 24, Carolina 17; Nov. 19, 2009
  • The Last Time (OVERALL): Carolina 20, Miami 16; Nov. 24, 2013 (at Miami)
  • The Last Time (PRIMETIME): First meeting
  • The Series: Miami leads 4-1
  • Miami is 2-0 all-time at Carolina.
  • This is just the third time the Dolphins have played at Carolina and only the second time since 1998.
  • The Dolphins won each of their first four meetings vs. the Panthers (1998-2009) before falling in their last meeting on Nov. 24, 2013.

New England Patriots (Sunday, Nov. 26 at 1 p.m. at New England | Monday, Dec. 11 at 8:30 p.m. at Miami)

  • The Last Time (HOME): New England 35, Miami 14; Jan. 1, 2017
  • The Last Time (AWAY): New England 31, Miami 24; Sept. 18, 2016
  • The Last Time (PRIMETIME): New England 36, Miami 7; Oct. 29, 2015 (at New England)
  • The Series: Miami leads 53-50 (includes three playoff games)
  • Miami is 36-16 all-time at home against New England.
  • Miami is 17-34 all-time in games played at New England.
  • The Dolphins have won three (2013-15) of their past four home games vs. the Patriots.

Denver Broncos (Sunday, Dec. 3 at 1 p.m. at Miami)

  • The Last Time (HOME): Denver 18, Miami 15; Oct. 23, 2011
  • The Last Time (OVERALL): Denver 39, Miami 36; Nov. 23, 2014 (at Denver)
  • The Series: Miami leads 11-6-1 (includes one playoff game)
  • Miami is 7-1 all-time in home games vs. the Broncos with their only loss coming in the most recent meeting on Oct. 23, 2011.
  • The Dolphins have won five of its past eight games against the Broncos, dating back to 1999.
  • Head Coach Adam Gase spent six seasons on the Broncos’ coaching staff and was offensive coordinator from 2013-14, helping the Broncos win the AFC Championship in 2013.

Buffalo Bills (Sunday, Dec. 17 at 1 p.m. at Buffalo | Sunday, Dec. 31 at 1 p.m. at Miami)

  • The Last Time (HOME): Miami 28, Buffalo 25; Oct. 23, 2016
  • The Last Time (AWAY): Miami 34, Buffalo 31 (OT); Dec. 24, 2016
  • The Series: Miami leads 60-45-1 (includes four playoff games)
  • Miami is 34-18-1 all-time vs. Buffalo at home.
  • Miami is 26-25 all-time in games played at Buffalo (includes win on Dec. 7, 2008 in Toronto).
  • The Dolphins swept the season series with Buffalo last year for the first time since 2011.

Kansas City Chiefs (Sunday, Dec. 24 at 1 p.m. at Kansas City)

  • The Last Time (AWAY): Miami 31, Kansas City 3; Nov. 6, 2011
  • The Last Time (OVERALL): Kansas City 34, Miami 15; Sept. 21, 2014 (at Miami)
  • The Series: Miami leads 16-13 (includes three playoff games)
  • Miami is 5-6 all-time at Kansas City, including an AFC Divisional round double-overtime win on Dec. 25, 1971.
  • The Dolphins have won their past two games in Kansas City, posting wins in 2008 and 2011.
  • This will be just Miami’s third trip to Arrowhead Stadium since 1991.

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