Mayor Richard Thomas Rallies Mayors to Congratulate Coach Bob Cimmino on 500 Career Wins as Head Coach of MV Knights!

In response to Mount Vernon legend Bob Cimmino’s historic 500th victory as Mount Vernon’s Varsity Basketball Coach, extending his record of success on and off the Court, Mayor Rich Thomas rallied Mayors from around America to congratulate the Coach Cimmino for his latest achievement.

The following leaders extended congratulations:

Mayor Richard Thomas, Mount Vernon, NY

Hon. Clarence Anthony, President National League Of Cities

Mayor Mark Stodola, Little Rock, AK

Mayor Svante Myrick, Ithaca, NY

Mayor Karen Freeman-Wilson, Gary Indiana

Mayor Andy Berke (not in video)

Mayor Thomas said, “Bob Cimmino’s 500th win is another historic Mount Vernon moment! Generations, past and present, are celebrating our local legend, drawing a stronger sense of City pride and community identity as champions. Cimmino’s winning system is rooted in values of hard work, sportsmanship, discipline and perseverance. He teaches integrity and inspires all ages to pursue the practice of perfection. The greatest thing about Cimmino’s 500 wins is that it’s secondary to his success in motivating his athletes to win at life, ensuring they continue and complete their college education to become productive members of society.

As a former player who grew up in his system, I say ‘Thank you Coach Cimmino for being more than a Coach but a father figure full of tough love, dedicated to a higher purpose in molding us into well rounded men. This was decades in the making — enjoy this time and CONGRATS on 500! ”

See the link to a video of the Mayors around America below for more commentary: