A Syracuse University football legend is now immortalized in his hometown.

A ribbon was cut to unveil a new mural of Ernie Davis in downtown Elmira, painted by about a dozen students.

The project got underway in early May and wrapped up last week.

“I think it's important for our children that are growing up in Elmira to understand that they just like Ernie Davis have every bit of potential just like Ernie had to grow up and thrive and be recognized for their talents and strengths and I think it was a good pairing," said Ernie Davis Academy Teacher Emily Solometo.

With the success of this mural, there could be a similar next year.