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What's in a name? Many Section 2 football fields are named after prominent local figures.

Last week, Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk became the latest Section 2 football program to name its field in honor of a prominent local community member.

What's in a name? Many Section 2 football fields are named after prominent local figures.

Section 2 football fields across the region are often named in honor of prominent local figures who have made significant contributions to their communities. The Arthur E. Walker Athletic Field in Shaker High School was recently named after Gary VanDerzee, who coached the varsity football team for 41 years and secured numerous victories, titles, and championships during his tenure. This field joins a growing list of others in the area that bear the names of notable alumni and community leaders.

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