NFL Play Football unveils second Madden youth championship
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WEST VALLEY VIEW NEWS | NOVEMBER 25, 2021
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outh are invited to represent their favorite NFL teams in the Play Football Madden NFL 22 Youth Club Championship via EA Sports Madden NFL 22. Formerly branded as the NFL FLAG Youth Club Championship, the rebrand under NFL Play Football aims to attract a broader group of youth players. “Last year we saw tremendous success with our NFL FLAG Youth Club Championship, which brought together youth from all over the country to compete in a one-of-akind Madden tournament,” said Roman Oben, vice president, football development, at the NFL. “Rebranded under Play Foot-
Essay...continued from page 26 Air Force for 20 years, so he’s really worked hard at his job and no matter how high he ranks, he still does his job to the utmost extent.” Wilson is a member of the Desert Edge marching band and choir. She also volunteers with the Civil Air Patrol. “My high school life consists of the Marching Scorpions,” she said. “I play the alto saxophone in that. I do choir, too. So, I do a lot of music stuff there. Outside of school, I race cars. That’s one of my favorite sports. It’s really fun.” With a passion for helping oth-
ball, we hope to recreate that same excitement with RCX Sports and reach a wider group of new, enthusiastic youth players who will represent their favorite NFL teams and put their skills to the test for a chance to compete during one of the NFL’s largest weekends.” The virtual tournament allows players to play from a remote location. During registration, players will select their favorite team to represent and their preferred platform, PS4 or Xbox One. To level the playing field, two age brackets are offered, one for the younger than 13 and the other for the younger than 17. Registered players will compete in one of 32 individual NFL Club tournaments on Dec. 11 with
the goal to reign supreme as Club Champion and advance to the final round of 32 from Jan. 29 to Jan. 30. Custom team created prize packets will be awarded to the Club Champions. “We’re excited to work with NFL Play Football to bring back the Madden NFL 22 Youth Club Championship this year,” said RCX Sports CEO Izell Reese. “This event is a great way for young football fans from across the country to connect and feed their competitive drive online.” Registration is free and spaces are limited. To learn more about the Play Football Madden NFL 22 Youth Club Championship and to register, visit https://rallycry.gg/ playfootballycc/
ers, Wilson hopes to become a pediatrician. “My whole life I’ve known that I really wanted to help people,” Wilson said. “And I’ve always loved kids, I’ve always loved hanging around them and just being friends with them and just kind of really taking care and being with them. And so, I thought that well if I love hanging around kids and helping them and I love helping people, this would pretty much be the perfect job and I am also really interested in the medical sciences.” The high schooler’s mother, Tiffany, said she’s proud of her
daughter and her bright future. “She really is a very driven young lady, and I am so blessed to have her,” Tiffany said. “She has been planning her life career for several years, wants to be proficient on an instrument from every category, brass, woodwind, string, percussion, and has been competing in academics for years. She’s the president of her choir and is in the varsity choir. I could go on forever about her accomplishments and how outstanding she is.” To read the full texts of the winning essay submissions, visit honoringamericasveterans.org/veterans-day-parade-phoenix.
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OBITUARIES Javier Vela
Mr. Javier Vela, 59, of Buckeye, Arizona died November 13, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. He was born August 18, 1962 to Constantino Vela and Petra Vela in Rio Grande, Texas. A visitation followed by a funeral service was held at 9:30am on November 22, 2021 at St. Henry's Catholic Church in Buckeye, Arizona. To read the full obituary and leave the family condolences, please visit www.thompson funeralchapel.com/obituary/Javier-Vela
Gabriel Ybarra
Gabriel "Gabby" Ybarra 51, of Tolleson, Arizona passed away on November 7th, 2021 in Glendale, Arizona. He was born December 29th, 1969. Gabriel is preceded in death by his father, Francisco Ybarra. He is survived by his mother, Carolina Ybarra; brother, Frank Ybarra; sister: Michelle Dominguez; children: Derrick Ybarra and Diandra Alonzo, son-in-law and daughter-in-law: Jonathan Alonzo and Veronica Ybarra, ex-wife: Marlena Macri; grandchildren, Sienna and Emma Ybarra. As well as, aunts and uncles, cousins and several nieces and nephews. Gabriel was a beloved son, brother, father, grandfather, nephew and cousin. Gabby was known for having a big heart and loving soul. He always loved unconditionally. He was always there for anyone if they needed anything and never turn his back. He especially loved spending time with his two granddaughters Sienna and Emma and was always so proud to be their "Tata". Gabby loved his family and was always calling making sure everyone was doing okay. You could always count on Gabby to have a big smile on his face and a laugh you were not able to forget. Everyone knew his love of sports and always cheered on his favorite teams, The Raiders, Cleveland Indians and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. He was a great man and will be remembered for his big heart and kindness. We will all love and miss him dearly! Services for Gabriel will be held at Advantage Crystal Rose Funeral Home in Tolleson, Arizona on Friday November 19th at 1:30pm-4:30pm
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