On October, 8, 2010, head coach Tim Cluess and the Iona men's basketball team could think of no better way to kick off their first official day of practice than journeying down North Avenue to lend a hand at Hope Community Center. With Brother Kevin Devlin in tow, the Gaels served hot food to the 125 that gathered at the center.

Proud to be a part of the New Rochelle community, the Maroon & Gold enjoyed the chance to volunteer. Shortly before departing Hope Community Center for the first practice of the 2010-2011 season, Coach Cluess gathered the team to talk about the importance of giving back to the community and the selflessness embodied in such acts.