Brandywine Park in Wilmington in New Castle County, Delaware — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Abessinio Stadium
Abessinio Stadium was named in honor of Rocco A. Abessinio, Salesianum class of 1959, and his wife Mary Pratt Abessinio, for their generous contribution to the school which made the building of this stadium possible. Abessinio Stadium is the living legacy of lessons of teamwork, humility, and sacrifice that were forged in Rocco at Salesianum and on the field, playing for the legendary coach, Dim Montero '38.
The Abessinio Family has dedicated itself to building community and enhancing inclusion through philanthropy, both at Salesianum and across the country. The landmark gift of the Abessinio Family Foundation was given so that all might experience those same lessons through sport, competition and community.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Education • Sports. A significant historical year for this entry is 1959.
Location. 39° 45.622′ N, 75° 33.199′ W. Marker is in Wilmington, Delaware, in New Castle County. It is in Brandywine Park. Marker is on Stadium Drive west of West 18th Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1797 Stadium Dr, Wilmington DE 19802, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Armando Felix "Tantor" Hidalgo '63 (a few steps from this marker); Dominic "Dim" Montero '38 (a
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