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After losing a son to gun violence, The CEO, Veronica Howard and Head Football Coach, James Howard have dedicated their lives to assuring young men have the best tools needed in order to succeed. The Howard Huskies which was formerly the Cleveland Patriots, was founded in 2014 by Dennis Briggs. Veronica Howard stepped into the team’s first season at the midseason mark and has been an instrumental part of their football success. Since the tragic death of her son in 2011, she has taken the organization in a new direction which has become a platform for young men in the community to escape the violence that plagues their streets. This quality program has been successfully developed under the coaching and direction of her husband of 33 years.
The Howard Huskies Preparatory Post-Graduate Academy Organization will provide a support system that will continue for a lifetime. The objective of the organization is to promote, sponsor and advance amateur football competition among young men. Along with a quality coaching staff, the program will provide a partnership with a local community college for use of NCAA approved accredited courses and work-out facilities. Provides housing to those in need as well as emotional and mental support to all our athletes.
“…it is our mission to build good character while saving lives” -Veronica Howard
The Howard Huskies Preparatory Post-Graduate Academy Organization will provide a support system that will continue for a lifetime. The objective of the organization is to promote, sponsor and advance amateur football competition among young men. Along with a quality coaching staff, the program will provide a partnership with a local community college for use of NCAA approved accredited courses and work-out facilities. Provides housing to those in need as well as emotional and mental support to all our athletes.
“…it is our mission to build good character while saving lives” -Veronica Howard
With her unwavering dedication to gun violence prevention, Ronny Howard has become a leading advocate in Northeast Ohio and beyond. Her efforts, along with those of her husband James Howard, have been recognized with the prestigious Difference Maker award of the game from the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Their work, sparked by the tragic loss of their son to gun violence in 2011, has had a profound impact on the community, leading to the creation of the Howard Huskies Preparatory Post-Graduate Academy. The academy aims to foster academic success, character growth, and athletic achievements among young men while serving as a platform for gun violence prevention advocacy. Since the program's enactment, Ronny and James have mentored hundreds of young men in the community.
In addition to their work with the academy, Ronny and James have committed themselves to the fight against gun violence by joining forces and leading Brady Cleveland.
In addition to their work with the academy, Ronny and James have committed themselves to the fight against gun violence by joining forces and leading Brady Cleveland.
Ronny's tireless efforts have not gone unnoticed, as she received an invitation to the White House for the signing of the Safer Communities Act from the Ohio Democratic Party and Brady. Her passion for creating safer communities is evident in everything she does, and her leadership as the Cleveland Chapter lead for Brady has been instrumental in advancing the cause of gun violence prevention in Ohio and across the nation.
As we celebrate Ronny and James Howard's accomplishments, let us also take a moment to reflect on the importance of their work in the broader context of gun violence prevention. By standing up for change and advocating for safer communities, they serve as an inspiration to us all. Let us continue to support their efforts and work together toward a future free from the devastating impact of gun violence.
Also, as a side night, coach James Howard coached the Kelse brothers while they were in high school from 03-08.
Ronny is a true change-maker who never seeks recognition for her work. This award is well deserved, and it shows her dedication to ending the epidemic of gun violence in our state. Ronny is a change-maker, and we are so lucky to have her as an advocate on our team.
Please join me in congratulating Ronny on her amazing achievement.
Ronny is a true change-maker who never seeks recognition for her work. This award is well deserved, and it shows her dedication to ending the epidemic of gun violence in our state. Ronny is a change-maker, and we are so lucky to have her as an advocate on our team.
Please join me in congratulating Ronny on her amazing achievement.