2019 New Castle Community YMCA Salute to Ralph Blundo скачать в хорошем качестве

2019 New Castle Community YMCA Salute to Ralph Blundo

Jack & Nancy Flannery exemplified servant leadership, commitment to our community, and the YMCA’s core values. For those reasons, and more, the Y is pleased to honor their legacies with an annual award. This award is presented to a person who embodies the spirit of the YMCA’s core values which are defined as “honesty; be truthful in what you say and do. Respect; follow the Golden Rule. Responsibility; be accountable for your promises and actions. Caring; show a sincere concern for others.” “The committee and the YMCA are pleased to honor Ralph for his strong character and uncompromising commitment to his players and students,” said Maria McKee, CEO. "He embodies the core values of the YMCA and instills these values into not only his players but all his students.” About the Recipient Ralph Blundo is the current assistant principal at New Castle Senior High School and has been the head varsity boys’ basketball coach since 2010. Blundo has led the Red Hurricanes to six WPIAL championships, becoming the first coach in WPIAL history to win three consecutive titles, two different times. Additionally, Blundo led the team to an undefeated season in 2014 that culminated with a State Championship. More impressive than Blundo’s accomplishments on the court is the impact that he has had on the thousands of kids he has encountered. Blundo has dedicated himself to the young men and women of the District, encouraging and assisting them to reach their full potential, regardless of their background or circumstances. When Blundo learned that he was the recipient, he stated, “When I look at the list of people who have received this honor, and why each received it, it’s difficult for me to place myself in their category. The challenges that each of them have met, head on, are beyond comparison. That said, I am beyond honored and humbled to be chosen.” It is worth noting that in 1993 Ralph Blundo’s grandfather George Joseph received the Salute to Courage award. Mr. Joseph was the second honoree of a now 17 year and counting tradition.