Dan Nankivell of Harrison High School in Harrison, NJ has been named this week’s Girls Flag High School Coach of the Week Game Changer presented by Visa. Coach Nankivell will receive a $2,000 donation to benefit the school’s flag football program. Along with the monetary award, Coach Nankivell will be invited to attend the New York Jets preseason game in August, where he will be honored on field at MetLife Stadium.
In its first year, the Jets Girls Flag High School Coach of the Week Game Changer presented by Visa award is given to a coach in the Tri-State area who serves the best interests of the game through the teaching of sound football fundamentals, the motivation of young players to achieve and the promotion of youth football by way of dedication to their community, their school and their student-athletes.
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The Blue Tide rolled to a 38-6 win over Garfield, advancing their season to 6-0. The Blue Tide- led by Nankivell have won their last four games by more than 20 points. He was the driving force in bringing Girls Flag to Harrison High School, saying he hopes it inspires more girls to play football. “For our team, this game isn’t just about finding success on the field, it is about making our school and our community a better place and being a locker room full of positive role models.” Nankivell grew up in Harrison, NJ and played quarterback for the Blue Tide. The team will look to continue their undefeated record in their next matchup against Secaucus.
Visa and the NFL have teamed up to help teach financial concepts with Financial Football, a fast-paced interactive game that engages students while teaching them money management skills. Students of all ages learn key concepts about saving and spending, budgeting, and the wise use of credit in preparation for game play. Check out the game here: https://www.financialfootball.com/
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