SPRING VALLEY, NY – Rockland native and New England Patriots Safety Devin McCourty spotted today at Ramapo High School summer football practices.
The McCourty twins who grew up in Nyack have not forgotten where they came from. From using their platform to be a role model and help mentor the next generation to providing students with crucial tools for receiving an education during a pandemic, they have always supported the county of Rockland.
Ramapo Assistant Football Coach J Cesar posted the following on Instagram:
I tell ppl all the time when they ask me my reason for coaching… and still all these years later its still same answer to give these kids the guidance and opportunities i didnt have growing up. So after another rough Day of weight room and field work I wanted them to see what the ultimate result of hard work, dedication and sacrifices of their summer days could be. So i called in a favor to my big bro DMac @mccourtytwins and I can’t thank him enough for this visit to my players @ramapogryphons_football We truly appreciate it!!!
In April of 2020 during the height of the pandemic and remote learning, the McCourty Twins, donated $90,000 worth of Chromebooks to students in the Nyack and East Ramapo Central School District who don’t have access to computers at home.
This issue hit home for Devin & Jason as they grew up in Rockland County, going to school in both districts. First attending Upper Nyack elementary school in Nyack and then later Chestnut Ridge middle school in East Ramapo.
This Thursday, Oct. 24, the New York Liberty will celebrate its first WNBA Championship in franchise history with a ticker tape parade through New York City. The parade will tip off at 10 a.m. from Battery Park and proceed north along Broadway to City Hall, through what is known as the “Canyon of Heroes.” Following the parade, there will be a ceremony at City Hall honoring the New York Liberty at noon.
Members from Jawonio in Rockland were recognized in an on-field ceremony prior to yesterday’s New York Yankees game
Founded in 1947 by a group of families that believed their children with disabilities had the potential to live full and productive lives, Jawonio, an indigenous word for “Independence,” has become an essential resource for families in Rockland and Westchester Counties, providing care for children and adults with special needs.
For more information about Jawonio and how you can donate, visit www.jawonio.org