NFL Coach Dan Reeves Featured Speaker at YMCA Prayer Luncheon

Chattanooga, TN (August 28, 2011)  – Former Atlanta Falcon Coach Dan Reeves will be the guest speaker at the fourth annual YMCA Community Prayer Luncheon to be held at 11:45 a.m. Tuesday, September 13, at the Chattanoogan.  Mr. Reeves has been named NFL Coach of the Year and AFC Coach of the year and is well known as a dedicated humanitarian and an outspoken Christian.

The program for the luncheon will also include a number of laypersons and clergy offering scripture and prayer.  Reservations for the event will be accepted through Tuesday, September 6.  To register, call 266-YMCA or e-mail info@ymcachattanooga.org.
 
“We are delighted that Dan Reeves could come to Chattanooga to speak,” said Randy Brown, president and CEO of the YMCA of Metropolitan Chattanooga.  “His contributions to the sport of football are phenomenal as anan intense competitor and an inspirational coach who continues to influence those around him with his own strength of character and positive outlook on life.”
 
Mr. Brown also thanked the luncheon co-sponsors. “We are very grateful to our media co-sponsors whose help with this event was tremendous.” (List here.)
 
A native of Americus, Georgia, Reeves began his pro career as a free agent running back for the Dallas Cowboys. He had been a quarterback during his collegiate career at South Carolina and has been inducted into South Carolina's Hall of Fame.
 
His coaching career began when he joined the Dallas coaching staff in 1970, first as a player/coach then later as offensive backfield coach and offensive coordinator.

He was the youngest head coach in the NFL when he assumed command of the Denver Broncos in 1981 as Vice President and Head Coach. A genuine leader, Reeves coached the Broncos to six post-season appearances, five divisional titles, three conference crowns and three Super Bowl appearances during his 12-year tenure.
 
Reeves coached the New York Giants for three years before taking over as head coach of the Atlanta Falcons whom he led to Super Bowl XXXIII.

Dan Reeves has spoken publicly aboutthe responsibility coaches have to mold young peopleAccording to Mr. Reeves, coaches fail in their duty when they fail to teach not only football, but also self-control and respect.
 
Established in Chattanooga in February, 1871, the YMCA of Metropolitan Chattanooga is a powerful association of men, women, and children of all ages and from all walks of life joined together by a shared passion: to strengthen the foundations of community.
 
As a nonprofit, cause-driven organization governed by community volunteers, the Y is committed to meeting the needs of families and individuals.  With a commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility, the Y ensures that every individual has access to the essentials needed to learn, grow and thrive.

Register today by calling 423.266.9622 or e-mail info@ymcachattanooga.org.  Corporate Tables of ten are $300, and individual reservations are $30.
 
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