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Meet a Team Week Organization: Rye Town Youth Football & Cheerleading

jason — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 16:02:26 +0000

Organization Name: Rye Town Youth Football & Cheerleading

Hometown: Port Chester, New York 10580

Sport: Flag & Tackle Football / Cheerleading

Organization Colors: Blue and Gray

Organization Motto:

The mission of RTYFC is to introduce boys and girls of diverse backgrounds and abilities to the sports of football and cheerleading, and in so doing to expose them to the unique bonds these sports forge and the life lessons they teach; we pledge to instill in our youth participants a strong sense of self-confidence by encouraging them to aim high and to begin to understand how dreams can come true with team work, good sportsmanship, perseverance and dedication; and finally we will strive to provide all of this in a safe, fun, and educational environment that will leave the boys and girls, as well as parents and coaches with a positive and memorable experience.

Years with Modell’s: Three years

Favorite Modell’s store to shop at & why: Port Chester, New York 10580. Great selection of Football equipment and great service.

Our favorite athletic brand: What ever is on sale, LOL

Our most meMO’rable achievement: Over the past two seasons, the funds generated through Team Weeks has enabled us to switch from the old style girdle and pants (7 pad set that you constantly need to remove and put back between washing) to the one piece fully intergrated Football pants for the whole league. This has been a huge improvement in comfort, style, and convenience.

Why we team up with Modell’s: Modell’s is our #1 supporter. Their loyal support has allowed our league to grow and introduce the sports of Football & Cheerleading to many boys and girls of our community. Their financial support enables RTYF&C members to wear safer equipment and play on better fields.

Website: www.ryetownyouthfootball.com

Meet Modell’s Associate: Derek Drelles

jason — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 20:46:56 +0000

Years at Modell’s: 8 Months

Department: Marketing

Job Title: Community Ambassador

What do you do in 30 words or less: I execute the grassroots marketing responsibilities in Brooklyn and Staten Island. This includes sponsorships, in-store promotions, cross-promotions, and Modell’s Team Weeks Program.

Favorite Part of Working for Modell’s: Working with a great group of people, and staying involved in sports.

If I had a $100 Modell’s gift card right now I’d buy: I’d use it towards a new pair of Nike Air Max’s+.

Hometown: Traverse City, MI
Favorite Pro Team: Detroit Lions

Favorite Pro Player and why: Jared Veldheer O-Line for the Oakland Raiders: He was a college teammate. Plus offensive lineman never get any love.

Growing up my sports role model was: Barry Sanders

Sports I played growing up: Basketball, Boxing, Baseball, Hockey, Track, and Football

Highest level of sports played: College Football at Hillsdale College

I still play: Basketball, Golf

My Modell’s Defining Athletic Moment: Our basketball team at Hillsdale College was playing Grand Valley State University, and I was chosen at halftime along with three others to shoot a half court shot. Long story short, I went first and made it. I then got all my text books for free that semester.

Congratulations Marcus Browne on Making the US Olympic Boxing Team!

jason — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 17:51:36 +0000

Come to the South Shore Commons on Thursday, August 18th from 3-5pm to congratulate Staten Island’s very own, Marcus Browne on earning a spot on the 2012 US Olympic Boxing Team. Marcus will be signing autographs from 3-4pm. After the autograph session there will be a press conference and rally to show support for his great accomplishment. Make sure you are apart of this great event!

South Shore Commons:

2965W. Veterans Rd.

Staten Island,NY

718-356-7770

*Passes will be distributed to the first 150 fans in line. Only those with a pass are guaranteed an autograph. Athlete, date and time subject to change.

Winners of the Onfield Clinic at Yankee Stadium

katherinek — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 21:20:42 +0000

Thanks for participating in the Onfield Clinic at Yankee Stadium Raffle. If you have one of the below raffle ticket numbers, you have won the following:

A private onfield clinic at Yankee Stadium for participants ages 7 to 14 – run by Yankee Coaches and Alumni

Tour of Monument Park

Tour of Yankees Museum

Meet and Greet with a Yankee Alumni

One (1) game ticket for the participant, as well as two (2) game tickets for the guardians of the participant, to the August 23rd NY Yankees vs Oakland Athletics game.

1.) 0534

2.) 0535

3.) 0542

4.) 0547

5.) 0581

6.) 0586

7.) 0603

8.) 0609

9.) 0655

10.) 0781

Please contact Derek Drelles at (646) 715-3039 or DerekD@msgmail.com if you have one of the winning tickets. Winners will be called on July 19 with further details.

The Official DJ3K Band In Stores NOW!

katherinek — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 22:45:58 +0000

Get ready!

Join the road to 3K and celebrate Derek Jeter’s 3,000th hit with the official DJ3K band!

The band is in stores NOW. Bands are available in select NY, NJ & CT stores. Contact your local Modell’s Sporting Goods for product availability.

Proceeds will directly benefit the “2011 Jeter’s Leaders Leadership Conference” which empowers high school student leaders from across the country by providing valuable tools to accomplish social change.

To find a Modell’s near you, check out our Store Locator.