“Shout out” to Steelers fans in New Jersey
The city of Hoboken, New Jersey continues to suffer greatly after the devastation of Hurricane Sandy. Water from Sandy’s surge is still waist-deep in some areas, power continues to be out for many, and food is in short supply.
Amidst it all, folks are still finding a bit of solace in cheering for their favorite sports teams – it’s a welcome respite on a Sunday afternoon from what they have been facing every day since Sandy came ashore.
Life-long Steelers fan, Rianna Bryceland, is one of those who is looking forward to the match-up between her team and the New York Giants tomorrow afternoon:
This morning I took a jog down the Hudson Riverbank with the intention of seeing with my own eyes the devastation Hurricane Sandy inflicted on Hoboken, NJ. Frankly, it’s worse than I imagined.
In case you didn’t know, Hoboken is heavily populated by citizens of Steeler Nation. (Eli Manning lives there too, but, hey.)
Anyway, since yinz’ll be playing the Giants here this Sunday, I thought it might be nice if a nod could be given to Hoboken’s staunch Steelers fans (shown in the photo sent by Rianna).
I am a lifelong Steeler fan who feels a great affinity for other uprooted fans from the ‘Burgh. All things considered, it might just give ’em a welcome lift.
Go Steelers! — Rianna Bryceland
Rianna, it’s our pleasure! God bless all that have been affected by Hurricane Sandy!
Both the NFL and the players pledged to donate $1 million dollars to the Red Cross for relief efforts.
You can donate to the Red Cross here.
Also Today:
Next Sunday, November 11th is Veterans Day!
If you are active military or a veteran and would like to submit your Steelers fan photos to us, we’ll add the photo(s) to Ben’s Salute to our Military album.
The album is growing with photos from our soldiers in Afghanistan and Iraq, those stationed in South Korea, and closer to home here in the U.S.! We’d like it to grow even more!
One photo will be selected to highlight our Veterans Day post here on the home page next weekend.
Send your photo(s) to
Foundation: Jersey City Police Department receives grant
Today, Ben announced the fifth grant of the 2012-13 season from The Ben Roethlisberger Foundation at The Giving Back Fund.
The Foundation will be distributing a grant to the Jersey City Police Department just outside of New York, NY as the Steelers prepare to play the Giants this Sunday, November 4th.
Today’s grant follows Hurricane Sandy’s destruction through New Jersey and much of the Northeast which left Jersey City crippled.
The Jersey City Police Department has been working in extreme overdrive since before Monday’s storm to help its citizens safely deal with the storm’s aftermath.
“This is why we do what we do. Providing dogs to first respondents so that they can respond in times like this is our main motivation. The citizens of Jersey City are fortunate to have such dedicated police and fire departments on hand and we are proud to assist in this small way.” –Ben
The Jersey City Police Department plans to use the funds to purchase much needed equipment for their K-9 unit service dogs including crates, ballistic vests, and combat harnesses among other gear for their 10 canines.
During the 2012-13 NFL season, The Ben Roethlisberger Foundation will be distributing grants to K-9 units of police and fire departments in the cities and surrounding communities of each regular season away game for the Steelers. The Foundation will also distribute several grants to the Pittsburgh area and will consider grants to any two non-NFL market cities in the United States if the Steelers make the playoffs.
You can learn more about Ben’s Foundation here.
Also Today:
Hurricane Donation Drive by Jergel’s Rhythm Grille:
“Rock-n-Roll for a Cause!”
We have been absolutely stunned and devastated to see all the pictures and stories of victims losing everything due to Hurricane Sandy. We have obtained a flatbed truck courtesy of P.I. and I. Motor Company– we are going to be doing a donation drive tomorrow November 2nd! The flatbed truck will be in our parking lot at 6 p.m.– we will be taking donations all night long!
If you bring a donation after 8pm, we will wave your cover charge. These victims need bottles of water, clothing, shoes, toiletries, non-perishable […]
Trick or Treat!
At the Roethlisberger house this evening:
Get the candy out! The gang’s all here!!
You can see more from Ben tonight in his album!
Now remember, if you had a Big Ben go out Trick or Treating, or maybe it was a little Troy, or a big bearded defensive lineman, or a…well, you get the idea…snap a photo and send ’em in! We’ll post ’em! Email us at: BigBen7website@gmail.com
Lose a bet…
and you get put on my website!
Ryan Scarpino, one of our PR guys who went to Ohio University, lost a bet last week when my Redhawks beat his Bobcats! So his punishment?
Wear my college jersey and sing the Miami fight song, here it is!
Thanks Redhawks and congrats on a great win! — Ben
Wednesday’s chat with the media
Ben spoke to the media this afternoon about the Steelers upcoming game with the New York Giants, Max Starks, Heath Miller, and Eli.
On those affected by Hurricane Sandy –
Your heart goes out for all the families, the people, everybody up there that is going through a really tough time right now. It’s just a crazy thing that’s going on right now. Like I said, our thoughts and prayers are with everybody.
On Max Starks –
I couldn’t be more proud of him. He’s a new dad. It’s awesome to have him out there because I’ve got so much confidence in him having my blind side. I just always know that he’s going to be a guy you can trust and count on. He’s been there for this organization and for me for a long time.
On whether he is looking more toward TE Heath Miller this season, particularly in the red zone?
Yeah, I mean he is who he is. He’s a great player. I just have comfort in him. It’s not necessarily because we call more plays for him. It’s just the way it is. He’s getting open and we are calling some more things for him.
On whether he thinks he or Eli Manning is the better quarterback from the 2004 Draft?
Eli. He’s got the most recent championship and he’s a good player. I’m happy to be here and he’s happy to be there I’m sure.
You can watch the video of his interview here.
You can read his full interview here.
And:
Ben was a call-in guest on ESPN’s Mike & Mike this Halloween morning!
If you missed it, you can listen to the full interview here.
Ben on the Cover!
Ben will be featured on the Cover of the November, 2012 issue of Nightwire magazine, and in an article entitled, “Football – A Family Tradition” by Stacy Kauffman.
You can check it out here.
Tuesday is Fan Photos Day!
We have lots of Lil’ Fans, a few Lil’ Teammates, with a lot of love for #43, some big Steelers fans and families (including a special tribute to one fan), and even another Steelers pet added to the photo gallery today!
Little #7 fans:
That’s Tenalee Schumacher on the left, and Kenzie Roskovich on the right! Oh, and that’s “Snoop” in the middle getting some love!
“Tenalee was born during the Season Opener 2 years ago, and Kenzie was born during the Browns game (on 1/3) of the same season! Cousins who were literally born Steelers fans!” — Chad Roskovich
Big #7 fans, all in a row:
“Left to right in the photo is my fiancee, Kristin Nugent, followed by Mike Durcho, Jason Keim, and me…and of course our dog Daisy. This photo was taken the opening game of the season against Denver. We were doin’ a little pre-gaming when we all noticed we had ‘Ben’ jerseys on, and each one was different. We had Ben’s Away, Throwback, Real Tree, and his college jersey. Of course we’re all life-long Steeler fans from Johnstown, PA and we’re all huge Ben fans.
“For myself, I’ve been waiting what seems like my whole life for a quarterback as good as Big Ben. His toughness, leadership, and all around ability to lead the Steelers to victory is what makes Ben an easy favorite. Everyone in this photo says the same thing, when Ben is at the helm, it seem like we can’t lose. We know as long as he’s in the game, the Steelers got a shot to win. We are all proud members of Steeler nation, and proud fans of Ben Roethlisberger. “— Chris Voytko
You can check out the latest Lil’ Fans here. The Lil’ Teammates here. The Big fans here….
And that one new Steelers pet here.
Also Today:
A Shout Out to this lovely lady, Ruth Harrell.
Ruth has just learned she has breast cancer.
Her daughter, Shineque Moore says, “My mom is my best friend she has worked all her life, and took care of her parents for over 20 years until they both […]