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WATCH: DHS JV Football Team Takes Ice Bucket Challenge, Calls Out Rival Team at Dougherty Valley High

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Brrrrr! The coach of the JV football team at Dublin High School was recently called out (twice) to take the popular ALS Ice Bucket Challenge.

Coach Michael D’Ambrosio eagerly accepted the challenge, as did his players. In return, the team called out the Gael’s rival football team at Dougherty Valley High in San Ramon.


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Dublin High Principal Carol Shimizu is not one to shy away from a little (or maybe a lot) of icy water.

Shimizu told Patch, “Dublin High School coaches, administration, and students are taking on the Ice Bucket Challenge. We’re excited to participate and eager to extend our support for research on ALS.”

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The JV football team will be collecting loose change to donate to the cause during the first game on Friday.

The football staff at Dougherty Valley High has not yet been reached for comment on whether or not they accept the chilly challenge.

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