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Miami Dolphins and Goya Host Thanksgiving Dinner for South Florida Families at Hard Rock Stadium
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (FNN SPORTS) – The Miami Dolphins, in partnership with Goya, brought Thanksgiving joy to nearly 200 people from the South Florida community during a special dinner at the Hard Rock Stadium’s Paddock Club on Tuesday, November 19.
Event Highlights
- Participants: Over 30 Miami Dolphins players, nearly 50 Dolphins staff, and cheerleaders hosted families from local organizations, including Football UNITES™ partners, City of Miami Gardens partners, and local faith groups.
- Attendees: Close to 200 individuals enjoyed a warm Thanksgiving meal.
- Menu: A traditional feast featuring ham, turkey, mac and cheese, yams, green beans, cornbread (provided by Troy’s Barbeque), and desserts (courtesy of Food Junkies), both part of the Dolphins’ Community Restaurant Program presented by Amazon.
- Activities: Players and families bonded over Thanksgiving-themed crafts, a 360° photo booth, and personal interactions during the meal.
- Gifts: Dolphins players distributed Goya nonperishable food items and $100 Publix gift cards to help families prepare for their Thanksgiving celebrations.
Source: Miami Dolphins
Kim Miller, Dolphins VP of Community Affairs:
“Bringing people together around the holidays has been a long-held tradition here at the Miami Dolphins. We are proud to continue supporting those who may be experiencing food insecurity or financial strain in the South Florida community.
We believe every family should have the opportunity to gather over a great meal, especially on Thanksgiving. Thanks to our partners at Goya, families not only had dinner alongside their favorite Dolphins players but were also provided items to take home and celebrate Thanksgiving with their loved ones.”
Goya and Miami Dolphins Partnership
- The event showcased the Miami Dolphins’ ongoing partnership with Goya, emphasizing their shared commitment to addressing food insecurity and supporting local families.
- Goya’s contributions, alongside the Dolphins’ Football UNITES™ initiative, highlight a year-round effort to unite and uplift the South Florida community.
Source: Miami Dolphins
Impact on the Community
The Thanksgiving Dinner is part of the Miami Dolphins’ broader effort to provide essential resources, foster unity, and ensure families can enjoy the holiday season with dignity and joy.
This heartwarming event underscores the Dolphins’ dedication to making a meaningful impact in South Florida, proving that the spirit of Thanksgiving extends far beyond the football field.
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J Willie David, III
Florida National News and FNN News Network
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NEW YORK CITY, NY (FNN SPORTS) – LIV Golf plans to begin winding down operations Monday, Nov. 9, following five years and more than $5 billion in spending.
Attorney Matthew Williams outlined the league’s plans during a bankruptcy court hearing Thursday, Nov. 5, in New Jersey. The process includes selling its remaining assets.
“We believe the wind down path is the best path,” Williams told the court.
LIV Golf confirmed the decision after a proposed restructuring deal fell through. The league said it will continue considering alternatives during the shutdown process.
TAMPA, Fla. (FNN SPORTS) — On Monday November 2, at the Yuengling Center, the South Florida women’s basketball team opened with a successful debut undernew head coach Kristy Curry.
The Bulls established control early with a 9–0 opening run, taking a 27–12 lead after the first quarter. Furman narrowed the margin before halftime, but South Florida maintained a 46–32 advantage heading into the break.
A dominant third quarter proved decisive, as USF outscored Furman 23–9 to extend its lead to 69–41 entering the fourth.
Balanced Scoring Leads the Bulls
Stefanie Ingram led South Florida with 15 points, followed by Hannah Kohn with 13 and Kendall Puryear with 12 points and nine rebounds.
The Bulls placed six players in double figures, shot 51.6 percent from the field and controlled the boards with a 48–25 rebounding advantage.
A Winning Debut for Kristy Curry
The victory marked Curry’s first win leading South Florida after arriving from Alabama.
Ahead of the season opener, Curry expressed confidence in the program’s potential:
“I’m so excited to be here. I truly think the sky’s the limit at USF.”
— Kristy Curry, USF Head Coach, in pregame remarks published by USF Athletics.
South Florida (1–0) will face Belmont on Friday, November 6, in Nashville, Tennessee.
– Nisey Spruill is a reporter and photojournalist for Florida National News (FNN), covering major news, sports and special events across Florida and nationwide. Contact sports@FloridaNationalNews.com
Bulls overcome early deficit behind defensive touchdowns and a record-tying performance from C.J. Hicks.
TAMPA, Fla. (FNN SPORTS) — The University of South Florida (USF) secured its sixth victory of the season Saturday, October 31, defeating the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) 30–10 at Raymond James Stadium. The victory improved the Bulls’ record to 6–2 overall and 2–2 in American Conference play, making the program bowl-eligible for the fourth consecutive season.
Defense Turns the Game Around
UAB opened the game with a 10–0 first-quarter lead, but South Florida responded with 30 unanswered points, highlighted by two defensive touchdowns.
Defensive end C.J. Hicks delivered one of the game’s most significant performances, recording four sacks to tie the USF single-game record. Two of those sacks forced fumbles that resulted in touchdowns.
Late in the second quarter, Hicks forced a fumble by UAB quarterback Ryder Burton, allowing USF defender Asani Redwood to recover the football and return it six yards for a touchdown. The play gave South Florida a 17–10 halftime lead.
Asani Redwood and UAB #71 UAB defensive lineman #71 attempts to tackle USF’s Asani Redwood during the October 31, 2026, matchup at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa. Photo by Nisey Spruill / Florida National News
Hicks created another scoring opportunity in the fourth quarter, forcing a second fumble that linebacker Grayson Howard recovered and returned 13 yards for a touchdown, extending USF’s lead to 27–10.
South Florida’s defense finished with six sacks and 11 tackles for loss, limiting UAB to just 177 total offensive yards, including 17 rushing yards.
Offensive Adjustments Provide Momentum
Following an injury to starting quarterback Michael Van Buren Jr., sophomore Luke Kromenhoek entered the game and helped shift momentum in South Florida’s favor.
Luke Kromenhoek (#17) USF quarterback Luke Kromenhoek (#17) carries the football while facing pressure from a UAB defender during the Bulls’ 30–10 victory at Raymond James Stadium on October 31, 2026. Photo by Nisey Spruill / Florida National News
Kromenhoek finished with a career-high 92 rushing yards, including a 42-yard run that helped establish the Bulls’ offensive rhythm.
Running back Jason Collins Jr. added a six-yard rushing touchdown late in the second quarter to tie the game at 10–10.
Kicker Nico Gramatica contributed three field goals, connecting from 31, 30 and 33 yards to help secure the victory.
Bowl Eligibility Marks Another Program Milestone
With its sixth win, South Florida secured bowl eligibility for the fourth consecutive season, matching the second-longest such streak in program history.
The accomplishment allows USF to qualify for postseason bowl consideration, although an official bowl invitation and destination have yet to be determined.
The victory also kept the Bulls competitive in the American Conference standings, with four regular-season games remaining following the UAB matchup.
Looking Ahead
USF will return to conference competition Friday, November 6, traveling to face East Carolina as the Bulls continue their pursuit of a stronger conference finish and a postseason bowl invitation.
Final Score: USF 30, UAB 10
– Nisey Spruill is a reporter and photojournalist for Florida National News (FNN), covering major news, sports and special events across Florida and nationwide. Contact sports@FloridaNationalNews.com
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