This biopic focuses on the relationship of Ernie Davis (1939-1963), a gifted African-American athlete, and his coach from 1958 to 1962 at Syracuse University, Ben Schwartzwalder (1909-1993).

As voted on by local coaches and media members, each year one football player from the Elmira area will have their name forever enshrined next to the “Elmira Express” Ernie Davis’ name.

The honors came early and often, from the time he started with organized sports. Ernie Davis succeeded at every venue, a three-sport standout in high school, a two-time All-American halfback at ...

The honors came early and often, from the time he started with organized sports. Ernie Davis succeeded at every venue, a three-sport standout in high school, a two-time All-American halfback at ...

A free movie screening will also take place showing “The Express” The Ernie Davis Story at The Clemens Center. The day was created by Elmira Notre Dame graduate Izzy Griffin who is now a ...

Celebrate Ernie Davis Day at Elmira's Clemens Center Friday ... Day with a short presentation and free film screening of "The Express: The Ernie Davis Story" on Friday, Dec. 6.