Roosevelt High School Varsity Football Team Makes History this Season

The Roosevelt High School Varsity Football team faced a new challenge this season as they moved up to Conference 2, representing their highest conference in program history. The Rough Riders rose to the occasion by finishing their regular season with four wins, in addition to earning the Nassau County Coaches Association’s Community Service Award.

“For the first time in Roosevelt history, the Rough Riders competed in Conference 2 and held their own in each game,” said Athletic Director Eamonn Flood. “We commend every student on the team for their efforts and successes this season. We also congratulate them on earning the Community Service Award for their passionate services and philanthropic events this fall.”

This fall, the Roosevelt Varsity Football team contributed to the United Cerebral Palsy Center, participated in the Breast Cancer Walk and held a District-wide blood drive. They were recognized for their efforts by the Nassau County Coaches Association, which presented them with this year’s Community Service Award.

The Rough Riders finished their regular season with four wins and four loses before reaching the playoffs against Carey High School. Despite putting up a tough battle, Carey High School ultimately took the title.

Kenyen Brown finished this season as an All-County award winner and Tyler Giles earned an All-County Honorable Mention. Jeremiah Spears finished the season as an All-Conference award winner. Lastly, Luciano Norman was recognized with this year’s Unsung Hero award.

The Roosevelt Varsity Football team includes Tyrese Williams, Jeremiah Spears, Luciano Norman, Qamar McNeil, Tyreik McClenic, Malachi Knight, Ryan Jones, Tyler Giles and Kenyen Brown.

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