DALLAS, Texas (KOSA) – For the thirteenth year in a row, the Dallas Cowboys are turning a spotlight on the people who keep our communities safe by celebrating first responders from across Texas at their annual appreciation game. <\/p>\n
The Cowboys hold this game every year honoring police, firefighters, military, and more. <\/p>\n
Before the game starts, those same first responders will share a feeling of gratitude, recognition and celebration with a flag presentation covering the entire field. <\/p>\n
Carlos Ortiz, First Responders Appreciation Organizer, said \u201cOne of the things that I remember that I was told specifically in 2012, Jerry\u2019s words were \u201cIf it goes well, we\u2019ll continue to do it year after year. If it doesn\u2019t go well this will be a one and done\u201d. We\u2019re still doing it thirteen years later, so obviously things went well.\u201d <\/p>\n
For everyone involved, the game has become a chance to give back, opening the door for more first responders. <\/p>\n
To name a few from the Permian Basin, there\u2019s Ector County Sheriffs Office, Ector County ISD, Kermit and Midland Police and Reeves County. <\/p>\n
Ortiz added, \u201cThe west Texans that I grew up with when I was a trooper here have not been able to benefit from this, so now that I\u2019m back I\u2019m trying to share the wealth and take more west Texans to this particular game.\u201d <\/p>\n
The Cowboys will host their first responders\u2019 game on Sunday, December 14th against the Minnesota Vikings.<\/p>\n
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