Hematites head to New York for Sports Illustrated award
Source: UpperMichigansSource.com
The Ishpeming Hematites football team is in New York this week to receive a somewhat different award than their recent state championship title.
Excerpt: The entire Ishpeming Hematite football team is leaving for New York City on Monday to celebrate Eric Dompierre’s win in the Sports Illustrated Underdog contest. It’s all thanks to thousands of dollars in donations.
“These kids have been through a lot and they deserve it, and trust me, they will pay this forward to the community. They’re very appreciative of it,” said “Team Mom,” Connie Bertucci.
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Source: UpperMichigansSource.com
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