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Nutley HS Football Team Gets Virtual Visit From Super Bowl Champ
Former NY Giants lineman David Diehl spoke to the teens about staying healthy, keeping positive and taking accountability for one's actions.
NUTLEY, NJ — The Nutley High School football team recently got a virtual visit from a Super Bowl champion.
Former NY Giants offensive lineman David Diehl sat down to speak with Nutley High School Athletic Director Joe Piro, Head Football Coach Steve DiGregorio and 20 members of the Nutley football team.
Diehl serves as an ambassador for RWJBarnabas Health and speaks regularly to young athletes, parents, coaches and employees on topics such as leadership, sportsmanship, teamwork, concussion education and cardiac screenings.
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During the virtual session with Nutley’s football team, Diehl addressed the pandemic’s impact on society, the importance of taking accountability for one’s actions, and maintaining healthy habits and a positive mindset.
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