Former Collingswood Football Coach Training Navy Veterans

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FORMER COLLINGSWOOD FOOTBALL COACH TRAINING NAVY VETERANS

Veterans prepare for arena football rivalry as part of The Philadelphia Soul’s Military Appreciation Night

PHILADELPHIA, June 20, 2013 – Former Collingswood High School football coach Bob Barikian has volunteered to train a squad of Navy Veterans that will compete against Army Veterans on Saturday, June 22 in the inaugural Army Veterans vs. Navy Veterans Arena Football Game.

The game is part of the Philadelphia Soul’s and Judge VIP (Veterans in Professional) Careers’ Military Appreciation Night that will include a veterans Speed Career Networking Event exclusively for transitioning military service members, wounded warriors, veterans and military spouses from 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. prior to the evening’s events.

Minority owner of the Philadelphia Soul and CEO of The Judge Group, Martin E. Judge, Jr., clearly defined the mission of the hiring event as finding employment for veterans.

Afterwards, the evening will celebrate our heroes through the American pastime of football – arena style.

Barikian, a retired special education teacher and former head coach for the Collingswood Football Team, will coach the defensive line for the  Navy Veterans team. “These players bring intensity to the game, as well as a high degree of character, which is why it is an honor to coach them,”  Barikian said.

The Navy Veterans team roster includes former Naval Academy standouts such as college football quarterback Lt. Ricky Dobbs; former Academy kicker Capt. Frank Schenk; former wide receiver Lt. j.g. Tyree Barnes; former defensive end Ensign Jabaree Tuani; and three of the six Person brothers, two of whom played football for Navy, including record holder Andy Person.

To learn more about all planned events for Military Appreciation Night, visit www.philadelphiasoul.com. For more information about The Judge Group and Judge VIP Careers, visit www.judge.com. Tickets for the Soul game are on sale now by calling 888-789-SOUL or clicking HERE. All active duty military and veterans can type the promo code “MILITARY” for $5 off the price of the ticket, or show their military ID at the box office on game day.

Employers interested in participating in the Speed Career Networking Event can register at www.judgevipcareers.com.

Veterans who want to attend the Speed Career Networking Event can submit their contact information and resume to vetnetworking@judge.com.

Bob Barikian with his son Michael at Collingswood High School before Michael’s second deployment to Iraq.

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About the Philadelphia Soul:

The Philadelphia Soul are presented by Parx Casino. They capped their seventh Arena Football League season by capturing the 2012 American Conference championship. For 2013 season tickets, contact the Soul sales department at (215) 253-4900 ext. 3, or request contact from a representative by filling out the form on www.philadelphiasoul.com.  Follow the Soul on Facebook at facebook.com/soul and Twitter attwitter.com/soulfootball.

About The Judge Group & Judge VIP Careers:

The Judge Group, established in 1970, is a global leader in professional services that provides technology consulting, staffing solutions, corporate training and human capital management. Our newest division, Judge VIP Careers, is focused on helping transitioning military service members, wounded warriors, veterans and military spouses find meaningful employment after honorably serving our country. We aim to create unique, cost-effective and innovative employment solutions, opening a pipeline of outstanding talent into corporate America. To learn more about The Judge Group and Judge VIP Careers visit www.judge.com and www.judgevipcareers.com.

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