Community

Raiders First & Goal Kids Program Hosts Local Students at Home Games

Published

11 years ago

November 1, 2013

In an ongoing commitment to the community, the Oakland Raiders have developed another innovative program to benefit local students. The program, named First & Goal Kids, kicked off with the 2013 home opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars on September 15^th at O.co Coliseum. This program provides local youth and their chaperones the opportunity to attend a game at no cost during the 2013 regular season.

Cytosport, Bibby’s Chocolates, New Era and THE GLAD Products Company have partnered with the Raiders as sponsors to assist in making this endeavor come to fruition.

For last Sunday’s game against the Pittsburgh Steelers and for each subsequent regular season game, including this Sunday’s contest versus the Philadelphia Eagles at O.co Coliseum, the Raiders are providing students in the Oakland Unified School District with 800 game tickets, transportation and meals.

Acc0rding to a statement released by the Raiders, “The Raiders have a proud history of giving back to the Oakland community. This program is another example of our commitment to the cities and towns where we live and play our games. Beyond simply keeping students in school, our goal is to motivate students to thrive and succeed in their education. We want to make a difference in the lives of the students who live and attend school in our community.”

The students’ day begins with a bus ride to O.co Coliseum, courtesy of the Raiders. Upon arriving at the Coliseum, they hear a chalk talk by a Raider Legend and get a visit from Raider Rusher, the latest addition to the Silver and Black’s community relations roster.

Raider Legend Lincoln Kennedy speaks to Oakland Unified School District students before Raiders game as part of FIRST & GOAL KIDS PROGRAM, where the team provides 800 tickets along with transportation and lunch to each regular season home game.

Last Sunday, Lincoln Kennedy, a Raider Legend and sideline reporter for Raiders Radio on 95.7 THE GAME, addressed the group about safety on and off the field and the importance of maintaining proper health. Among the Raider Legends who have addressed groups during the chalk talks are Pro Football Hall of Famer Willie Brown, East Bay native Sam Williams, Santa Rosa’s Jerry Robinson, and Vance Mueller.

The students are provided with lunch and escorted by Raiders personnel to their seats, located in sections 303 and 331 at O.co Coliseum. Sections 303 and 331 have been branded as the First & Goal Kids zones. The areas surrounding these sections also will have kids play areas and kid themed concessions.

“Strong relationships with local partners like the Oakland Raiders form the cornerstone of our effort to build America’s first Full-Service Community School District, where every school provides not only quality instruction, but also a range of social services that create the conditions necessary for high academic achievement and student growth,” said Troy Flint of the Oakland Unified School District.

The Raiders guests for last Sunday’s contest against the Steelers were Oakland’s Coliseum College Preparatory Academy, Dewey Academy, Barack Obama Academy and Community Day School. The district chose these schools, “to support the academic, social-emotional, attendance and health goals of the Oakland Unified School District.”

Last year, for a two-month period, the Raiders donated 10 percent of new, paid in full gross ticket purchases to the Oakland Unified School District, inviting fans to assist Oakland public schools while enjoying a full season with the Silver and Black. .

Please visit the community section on the Raiders official website, http://www.raiders.com/community/index.html, for additional information on the Raiders’ ongoing commitment to the community.

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The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of April 24 – 30, 2024

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DA Pamela Price Stands by Mom Who Lost Son to Gun Violence in Oakland

Last week, The Post published a photo showing Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price with Carol Jones, whose son, Patrick DeMarco Scott, was gunned down by an unknown assailant in 2018.

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April 22, 2024

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District Attorney Pamela Price with Carol Jones

Publisher’s note: Last week, The Post published a photo showing Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price with Carol Jones, whose son, Patrick DeMarco Scott, was gunned down by an unknown assailant in 2018. The photo was too small for readers to see where the women were and what they were doing. Here we show Price and Jones as they complete a walk in memory of Scott. For more information and to contribute, please contact Carol Jones at 510-978-5517 at morefoundation.help@gmail.com. Courtesy photo.

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Vallejo Welcomes Interim City Manager Beverli Marshall

At Tuesday night’s Council meeting, the Vallejo City Council appointed Beverli Marshall as the interim city manager. Her tenure in the City Manager’s Office began today, Wednesday, April 10. Mayor Robert McConnell praised Marshall’s extensive background, noting her “wide breadth of experience in many areas that will assist the City and its citizens in understanding the complexity of the many issues that must be solved” in Vallejo.

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April 22, 2024

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Beverli Marshall began her first day with the City on April 10. ICMA image.

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At Tuesday night’s Council meeting, the Vallejo City Council appointed Beverli Marshall as the interim city manager. Her tenure in the City Manager’s Office began today, Wednesday, April 10.

Mayor Robert McConnell praised Marshall’s extensive background, noting her “wide breadth of experience in many areas that will assist the City and its citizens in understanding the complexity of the many issues that must be solved” in Vallejo.

Current City Manager Michael Malone, whose official departure is slated for April 18, expressed his well wishes. “I wish the City of Vallejo and Interim City Manager Marshall all the best in moving forward on the progress we’ve made to improve service to residents.” Malone expressed his hope that the staff and Council will work closely with ICM Marshall to “ensure success and prosperity for the City.”

According to the Vallejo Sun, Malone stepped into the role of interim city manager in 2021 and became permanent in 2022. Previously, Malone served as the city’s water director and decided to retire from city service e at the end of his contract which is April 18.

“I hope the excellent work of City staff will continue for years to come in Vallejo,” he said. “However, recent developments have led me to this decision to announce my retirement.”

When Malone was appointed, Vallejo was awash in scandals involving the housing division and the police department. A third of the city’s jobs went unfilled during most of his tenure, making for a rocky road for getting things done, the Vallejo Sun reported.

At last night’s council meeting, McConnell explained the selection process, highlighting the council’s confidence in achieving positive outcomes through a collaborative effort, and said this afternoon, “The Council is confident that by working closely together, positive results will be obtained.”

While the search for a permanent city manager is ongoing, an announcement is expected in the coming months.

On behalf of the City Council, Mayor McConnell extended gratitude to the staff, citizen groups, and recruitment firm.

“The Council wishes to thank the staff, the citizens’ group, and the recruitment firm for their diligent work and careful consideration for the selection of what is possibly the most important decision a Council can make on behalf of the betterment of our City,” McConnell said.

The Vallejo Sun contributed to this report.