Miami Dolphins Host FOOTBALL UNITES™ Holiday Gift Event for South Florida Families
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December 18, 2019
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Miami Dolphins Host FOOTBALL UNITES™ Holiday Gift Event for South Florida Families
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – Miami Dolphins players Trevor Davis, Mike Gesicki, Davon Godchaux, Mack Hollins, Andy Jones, Reshad Jones, Durval Queiroz Neto, Eric Rowe, Linden Stephens, Keaton Sutherland, De’Lance Turner, J’Marcus Webb, Albert Wilson and Jomal Wiltz, T.D., the Miami Dolphins Women’s Organization (MDWO) along with Dolphins’ executives and staff hosted their FOOTBALL UNITES™ annual holiday gift event for 200 members of deserving South Florida families at Hard Rock Stadium on Tuesday, Dec. 17.
“It’s a great experience being out here with all these families to spread holiday cheer,” Dolphins tight end Mike Gesicki said. “I just remember when I was a little kid waking up on Christmas to gifts is a feeling I’ll never forget. So, to help out and be the reason that these kids can experience that and have gifts is great. Being here in Miami and using our platform in the right way to impact these families, not only at this time but all year long, that the Dolphins give us the opportunity to do speaks volumes to the kind of guys we have on the team and the organization we are a part of.”
Pre-selected by Miami Dolphins’ FOOTBALL UNITES™ partnering programs, the invited families had the opportunity to interact with players, take photos with Santa and participate together in holiday games and activities. The event included a festive dinner and was followed by a gift announcement to reveal and distribute the player-purchased holiday gifts to the participants. Over the years, the Miami Dolphins’ holiday gift event has impacted more than 1,000 youth from Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties.
“It’s important for us to share the opportunities that we have with others who are not as privileged. We are proud to partner with the Dolphins to share the kindness, generosity and friendship they show,” North Miami Police Department Chief of Police Larry Juriga said. “It’s the Dolphins putting diverse groups and people of all different backgrounds together and then each individual group gets to become friends with each other and the multitude of people coming together especially during the holidays is fantastic.”
Participating FOOTBALL UNITES™ programs included the Anti-Defamation League, Be Strong International, Breakthrough Miami, Circle of Brotherhood, City Of Miami Police, Consulate General of Columbia, Coral Springs Police, Flite Center, Jewish Community Center, Fort Lauderdale Police Department, Mavuno Project, Miami-Dade County Asian American Advisory Board, Miami-Dade County Police Department, Miami Gardens Police Department, Mission Continues, National Christian Foundation, NOBLE, North Miami Beach Police Athletic League, North Miami Police Athletic League, Pridelines, Sant La, Special Olympics Florida, Trayvon Martin Foundation, United Way Broward, United Way Miami, Urban League of Broward, Urban League of Palm Beach, YWCA and 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project.
These efforts and initiatives align with the organization’s goal to level the playing field through the power of teamwork to inspire a healthier, more educated and united South Florida community. Dolphins Chairman of the Board & Managing General Partner Stephen Ross and Dolphins players created the FOOTBALL UNITES™ program as a way to bring positive social change. The Miami Dolphins organization believes it is important to be inclusive of the diversity and aware of the intersections that make up South Florida, uniting groups of different races, genders, sexual orientations, identities, abilities and faiths around the power of football.
These programs connect to the NFL’s Inspire Change platform, showcasing the collaborative efforts of players, owners and the league to create positive change in communities across the country and work with RISE – the Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality – to eliminate racial discrimination, champion social justice and improve race relations. Information on the FOOTBALL UNITES™ program can be found here. To learn more about RISE, visit here. Fans can join the conversation with the NFL’S Inspire Change program by clicking here
These events are part of an ongoing series of the #DolphinsHuddlefor100 service projects as part of the NFL’s 100th celebration. The NFL has invited fans, players, clubs and employees to join Huddle for 100, an effort to inspire 1 million people to volunteer 100 minutes of their time to make meaningful contributions to their communities. For more information on the NFL Huddle and to see volunteer opportunities with the Dolphins, visit https://www.miamidolphins.com/community/specialteams.
Miami Dolphins FOOTBALL UNITESTM in Collaboration with SunTrust Now Truist and Operation HOPE Host Banking on Our Future Youth Financial Literacy Kickoff Event
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December 17, 2019
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Miami Dolphins FOOTBALL UNITESTM in Collaboration with SunTrust Now Truist and Operation HOPE Host Banking on Our Future Youth Financial Literacy Kickoff Event
HIALEAH, Fla. – As part of the Miami Dolphins FOOTBALL UNITES™ program, Dolphins cornerback Bobby McCain, alumnus Twan Russell, Senior Vice President of Communications & Community Affairs Jason Jenkins and cheerleaders in collaboration with Truist and Operation HOPE hosted the Banking On Our Future financial literacy kickoff event for the 300 students of Jose Marti MAST 6-12 Academy (JMMA 6-12) to educate them on the importance of financial responsibility on Tuesday, Dec. 17.
“I think saving money is something important to learn at an early age that can and will set you up for the future,” McCain said. “The Miami Dolphins and the FOOTBALL UNITES™ program do a great job of educating and teaching the youth about all aspects of life and finances is just one part of it.”
The event kicked off with a student pep rally in the auditorium of JMMA 6-12 followed by classroom financial literacy sessions led by SunTrust now Truist volunteers to educate the students on budgeting and banking services using the award-winning Banking On Our Future youth financial literacy curriculum developed by nonprofit Operation HOPE. To date, over one million students across the country have been empowered with financial education through the program. The Miami Dolphins also visited each participating classroom to share financial experiences, interact and take photos with the students.
“A significant problem in today’s generation and the economy is the lack of financial literacy,” Operation HOPE Senior Executive Vice President Lance Triggs said. “Many Americans were not taught financial literacy in school. The Operation HOPE Banking On Our Future event at Jose Marti Academy, in partnership with SunTrust Now Truist and the Miami Dolphins, taught a new generation of over 500 students the importance of financial literacy and the language of money to break the cycle of financial illiteracy.”
“We’re honored to work alongside great organizations like Operation HOPE and the Miami Dolphins that help provide access to resources that members of our communities need in order to achieve financial confidence,” SunTrust now Truist Alabama and Florida Retail Market Executive Kimberly Dorsett said.”
These efforts and initiatives align with the Miami Dolphins’ goal to level the playing field through the power of teamwork to inspire a healthier, more educated and united South Florida community. Dolphins Chairman of the Board & Managing General Partner Stephen Ross and Dolphins players created the FOOTBALL UNITES™ program as a way to bring positive social change. The Miami Dolphins organization believes it is important to be inclusive of the diversity and aware of the intersections that make up South Florida, uniting groups of different races, genders, sexual orientations, identities, abilities and faiths around the power of football. Information on the FOOTBALL UNITES™ program can be found here. To learn more about RISE, visit here.
These events are part of an ongoing series of the #DolphinsHuddlefor100 service projects as part of the NFL’s 100th celebration. The NFL has invited fans, players, clubs and employees to join Huddle for 100, an effort to inspire 1 million people to volunteer 100 minutes of their time to make meaningful contributions to their communities. These activities are in connection with the Miami Dolphins’ initiative to level the playing field through the power of teamwork to inspire a healthier, more educated and united South Florida community. For more information on the NFL Huddle and to see volunteer opportunities with the Dolphins, visit https://www.miamidolphins.com/community/specialteams.
Miami Dolphins sign Munson
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December 17, 2019
Miami Dolphins sign Munson
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins today announced they have signed linebacker Calvin Munson off New England’s practice squad and placed linebacker Raekwon McMillan on injured reserve.
Munson has spent the entire season on New England’s practice squad. He also had a lengthy stint on New England’s practice squad in 2018 after spending the offseason and training camp with the N.Y. Giants. Munson played 14 games with five starts for the Giants in 2017, totaling 55 tackles (35 solo), two sacks and one forced fumble. He originally entered the NFL as an undrafted college free agent with the Giants on May 12, 2017.
McMillan played in 13 games with 12 starts for the Dolphins this year, totaling 72 tackles (35 solo) and one pass defensed. In 2018, McMillan became the first Dolphins player since at least 2000 to total 100-plus tackles despite not appearing in an NFL game prior to that season. He originally entered the NFL as a second-round pick (54th overall) by Miami in the 2017 NFL draft.
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| Calvin Munson |
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San Diego State ’17 |
St. Charles, Mo. |
FA, ‘19 |
Miami Dolphins Spread Holiday Cheer at Baptist Children’s Hospital
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December 16, 2019
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Miami Dolphins Spread Holiday Cheer at Baptist Children’s Hospital
MIAMI – Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard, T.D. and staff spent the day visiting patients, distributing gifts and spreading holiday cheer at Baptist Children’s Hospital, part of Baptist Health South Florida, on Monday, Dec. 16.
“Putting a smile on their faces and being able to motivate them, it motivates us to keep pushing and not take things for granted,” Howard said. “I’m in my fourth year here and I love these opportunities that the Dolphins give me, especially with the platform I have to experience priceless moments that I am able to cherish outside of my family.”
The children had the opportunity to interact with Howard and T.D., get autographs and take photos as they received gifts from the Dolphins including stockings and board games in an effort to brighten their day during the holiday season.
“I saw the players and I was really excited and surprised because I really like the team and they gave me a tablet so I am definitely ready for Christmas,” Baptist Children’s Hospital patient Rachel Curbelo said.
“We are grateful to the Miami Dolphins for taking the time from their busy schedules to visit our pediatric patients during the holidays,” Baptist Children’s Hospital Director of Patient Care Lourdes Castaneda, R.N., said. “Their company and gifts help lifts the kids’ and even their families’ spirits at a time that is especially difficult.”
These events are part of an ongoing series of the #DolphinsHuddlefor100 service projects as part of the NFL’s 100th celebration. The NFL has invited fans, players, clubs and employees to join Huddle for 100, an effort to inspire 1 million people to volunteer 100 minutes of their time to make meaningful contributions to their communities. These activities are in connection with the Miami Dolphins’ initiative to level the playing field through the power of teamwork to inspire a healthier, more educated and united South Florida community. For more information on the NFL Huddle and to see volunteer opportunities with the Dolphins, visit https://www.miamidolphins.com/community/specialteams.
Miami Dolphins promote Hartage
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December 14, 2019
Miami Dolphins promote Hartage
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins today announced they have promoted safety Montre Hartage to the active roster and waived cornerback Marcus Sherels.
Hartage played in one game with the Dolphins and has spent multiple stints on the Miami practice squad this season. He made one solo tackle in his NFL debut in Week 13 vs. Philadelphia. Hartage originally entered the NFL as an undrafted college free agent with Miami on May 9, 2019. He was a four-year letterman (2015-18) and three-year starter at Northwestern, where he earned first-team All-Big Ten honors as a senior in 2018.
Sherels played in five games with the Dolphins and played primarily on special teams. He had six punt returns for 23 yards (3.8 avg.) and three kickoff returns for 57 yards (19.0 avg.). Sherels played 10 seasons (2010-19) in Minnesota and has totaled 128 games played in his NFL career. He originally entered the league as an undrafted college free agent with the Vikings on May 5, 2010.
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FA, ‘19 |
Miami Dolphins awarded Hayes off waivers
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December 13, 2019
Miami Dolphins awarded Hayes off waivers
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins today announced they have been awarded cornerback Tae Hayes off waivers from Jacksonville and placed defensive tackle Gerald Willis on injured reserve.
Hayes played in one game for Jacksonville prior to being waived on Dec. 12, 2019. He originally entered the NFL as an undrafted college free agent with Jacksonville on April 28, 2019 and spent eight games on the team’s practice squad before he was promoted to the active roster on Oct. 29, 2019. Hayes was a four-year letterman (2015-18) at Appalachian State, where he was a second-team All-Sun Belt selection as a senior in 2018.
Willis played in two games for the Dolphins this season and totaled two assisted tackles. He spent 10 games on Miami’s practice squad earlier this season after he was signed to the practice squad on Sept. 2, 2019. Willis originally entered the NFL as an undrafted college free agent with Baltimore on May 3, 2019. He earned second-team All-ACC honors as a senior in 2018 at the University of Miami.
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Appalachian St. ’19 |
Decatur, Ala. |
Wai., ’19 (Jax.) |
Miami Dolphins sign Parker to contract extension
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Miami Dolphins sign Parker to contract extension
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins today announced they have signed wide receiver DeVante Parker to a contract extension through the 2023 season.
Parker has played in 13 games with 11 starts this season and totaled a career high 882 receiving yards, which ranks ninth in the AFC. His six receiving touchdowns this season are also a career high. Parker ranks 15th in Dolphins history in career receiving yards (3,099) and 16th in career receptions (218). He originally entered the NFL as a first-round pick (14th overall) by the Dolphins in the 2015 NFL draft.
Miami Dolphins and Cigna Pack Holiday Care Packages for Overseas Troops at #DolphinsHuddlefor100 Event
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December 13, 2019
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Miami Dolphins and Cigna Pack Holiday Care Packages for Overseas Troops at #DolphinsHuddlefor100 Event
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – Miami Dolphins alumnus Pat Surtain along with Dolphins mascot TD joined forces with the South Florida Cigna team to pack holiday care packages for overseas troops as part of the #DolphinsHuddlefor100 at Hard Rock Stadium on Friday, Dec. 13.
“Cigna is proud to partner with the Miami Dolphins to bring holiday cheer to the men and women who serve our country,” Cigna Market President for South Florida Scott Evelyn said. “Our company is a strong supporter of the military, from sponsoring the Marine Corps Marathon to launching a free Support Line for all veterans and their families. Through today’s #DolphinsHuddlefor100 we’re sending a little piece of home to those serving overseas.”
Throughout the morning, the group including 100 Cigna employees packed 4,500 holiday care packages. Packages will be distributed to all branches of the military that have requested these packages via Anysolider.com
These events are part of an ongoing series of the #DolphinsHuddlefor100 service projects as part of the NFL’s 100th celebration. The NFL has invited fans, players, clubs and employees to join Huddle for 100, an effort to inspire 1 million people to volunteer 100 minutes of their time to make meaningful contributions to their communities. These activities are in connection with the Miami Dolphins’ initiative to level the playing field through the power of teamwork to inspire a healthier, more educated and united South Florida community. For more information on the NFL Huddle and to see volunteer opportunities with the Dolphins, visit https://www.miamidolphins.com/community/specialteams.
