ECU Football Players Partner With ECU Health And Maynard Children's Hospital To Sponsor Families For Home Games
July 26, 2024 | Football
GREENVILLE, N.C. – East Carolina football players in Rahjai Harris, D'Anta Johnson, Elijah Morris, Shavon Revel Jr., Chase Sowell and Suirad Ware have announced a combined initiative with ECU Health and the Maynard Children's Hospital the group announced Friday afternoon. These players have come together to purchase season tickets, ensuring that local families can experience the thrilling atmosphere of Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium.
The players involved are committed to making a difference both on and off the field. Throughout the year, they will be visiting the Maynard Children's Hospital, bringing joy and inspiration to young patients. This initiative reflects their deep appreciation for the community's unwavering support and their desire to give back to the fans who have cheered them on through every high and low.
"We are excited to announce our partnership with ECU Health and Maynard Children's Hospital" said the players in a joint statement. "Together, six of us have purchased season tickets to sponsor families to attend each of our home games and will be visiting the Maynard Children's Hospital throughout the year. The electric environment at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium is incredibly impactful, both for us as players and in the recruiting process.
"We want to share this experience with children and families in our community. We aim to show our deep appreciation for the unwavering love and support ECU fans have shown us. This initiative is our way of giving back to the community that has given us so much."
Harris, Johnson, Morris and Ware began their journey at ECU together in 2020 and have been integral parts of the team for five seasons. Over these years, they have achieved remarkable success on the field, and have felt the unwavering support of the ECU community.
Revel and Sowell, who both transferred to ECU, have quickly felt the profound impact of Pirate Nation. The immediate embrace by the fans and community have made their transition to a new school smoother and have influenced their success on the field.
The six players leading this initiative are a mix of seasoned veterans and newer members of the ECU Football team. Some have been a part of the ECU family for several years, witnessing firsthand the incredible support from the community. Others, inspired by this very support, have chosen to stay at ECU, recognizing the unique bond between the team and the community.
The players involved are committed to making a difference both on and off the field. Throughout the year, they will be visiting the Maynard Children's Hospital, bringing joy and inspiration to young patients. This initiative reflects their deep appreciation for the community's unwavering support and their desire to give back to the fans who have cheered them on through every high and low.
"We are excited to announce our partnership with ECU Health and Maynard Children's Hospital" said the players in a joint statement. "Together, six of us have purchased season tickets to sponsor families to attend each of our home games and will be visiting the Maynard Children's Hospital throughout the year. The electric environment at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium is incredibly impactful, both for us as players and in the recruiting process.
"We want to share this experience with children and families in our community. We aim to show our deep appreciation for the unwavering love and support ECU fans have shown us. This initiative is our way of giving back to the community that has given us so much."
Harris, Johnson, Morris and Ware began their journey at ECU together in 2020 and have been integral parts of the team for five seasons. Over these years, they have achieved remarkable success on the field, and have felt the unwavering support of the ECU community.
Revel and Sowell, who both transferred to ECU, have quickly felt the profound impact of Pirate Nation. The immediate embrace by the fans and community have made their transition to a new school smoother and have influenced their success on the field.
The six players leading this initiative are a mix of seasoned veterans and newer members of the ECU Football team. Some have been a part of the ECU family for several years, witnessing firsthand the incredible support from the community. Others, inspired by this very support, have chosen to stay at ECU, recognizing the unique bond between the team and the community.
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