Chris App Jr

Head Football Coach McKee SI Tech Seagulls #GoGulls

[Chris App Jr @ChrisAppJr5]

@OnSidelines @Yankees @MLB Now that PSAL posted the schedule you’ve shifted to the Yankees?

[Clint Hurdle @ClintHurdle13]

I kept this story in my pocket for a long time....

In Pittsburgh, September 15th is Roberto Clemente Day.

Every year the whole organization fans out across the city. It's like Christmas. Roberto's family is there, Vera and the boys.

My first year as manager was 2011. We celebrated. We shook hands and moved on.
We didn't win.

19 consecutive losing seasons.

2012 rolls around. Same day, same celebration. We had another losing season, our 20th consecutive.

After the ceremony, Roberto Jr. walked over.

"My mom wants to talk to you."

We went into the dugout. Me, Vera, and her three sons.

She spoke in Spanish. I played four years of winter ball so I understood enough. She wasn't angry, but she was passionate. And I kept hearing Roberto's number come up.

Roberto Jr. translated.

"My mother wants you to know that there cannot be a 21st losing season. That was Roberto's number. It would be a disgrace to his legacy."

She was staring right at me.

Before I could even think about what to say, words came out of my mouth:
"I promise you, Vera. That won't happen."

Roberto Jr. looked at me and said, "You made my mom a promise. I hope you can keep it."

I said, "I hope I can keep it too."

I didn't tell my coaches. I didn't tell the players. I told my wife. That was it.

The next year, 2013, we broke the consecutive seasons losing streak. Ended it at 20.

On Roberto Clemente Day that September, Vera came walking across that field.

And I probably got one of the most meaningful hugs I've ever received in my life.

The players did all the heavy lifting. I just got the hug.

Some promises are worth making before you know if you can keep them.

@Pirates

[SleeperMets @SleeperMets]

The atmosphere at Citi Field during Mets-Nationals on Sunday Night baseball back in 2015 was unmatched.

Legendary moment.

[Arnold Schwarzenegger @Schwarzenegger]

Just look at yourself Frankie! I am so proud. Keep pumping.

[Heidelberg Football @BergFootball]

When you forgot that you left the tight-shot ladder on the wrong side of the field.....

#GAProblems @CoachDrewMunger

[Alexander Pavia @alexanderp6O]

After a great conversation with @JakeGershberg I’m blessed to receive my 3rd offer to dean college

[Alexander Pavia @alexanderp6O]

I’m blessed to receive my second offer from Hilbert College. Thank you @CoachNoel716 for this opportunity to compete we had a great conversation.
@ChrisAppJr5

[Chris App Jr @ChrisAppJr5]

Proud to represent Mr Joseph Delaney, Mckee Si Tech Football and Staten Island for the Bread of Life Food Drive

@StatenIslandDA
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[Alexander Pavia @alexanderp6O]

Blessed to receive an offer from Buffalo state. Thank you @CoachMikeNeale and the entire staff for the opportunity. @ChrisAppJr5

[Alexander Pavia @alexanderp6O]

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[Kalshi Football @KalshiFB]

NFL Gameday 98 for PS1 intro 🔥

[Chris App Jr @ChrisAppJr5]

@NjTank99 @OnSidelines

[Jake Asman @JakeAsman]

Rex Ryan reacting to Adam Schefter report on his son Seth joining the Jets coaching staff was so awesome

[Chris App Jr @ChrisAppJr5]

Would like to congratulate @RalphRMcKeeCTE student-athlete Lymeek Moton on being the @giants @USAFootball Week 5 HEART OF A GIANT Award Winner and Season Finalist

Lymeek was honored at yesterday’s Giants game.

Mckee to @MetLifeStadium

Proud Coach

[Chris App Jr @ChrisAppJr5]

Going to miss this group of seniors

Very happy that all players were able to play and make an impact in the Fugazzi Game

[Official Ohio State DG @DylanEveryday]

They tried to tar and feather this man because 5 players traded trinkets for tattoos. Makes me sick.

A great man. A leader. A father. A husband and a hall of fame coach.

[Chris App Jr @ChrisAppJr5]

Any college football coaches looking to recruit the football players of Mckee Staten Island Tech- please DM me for contact information / schedule