News Summary

The 20th Annual All-American Football Camp is happening this weekend at Hilton Head High’s football stadium. Organized by coach BJ Payne, it welcomes young athletes from kindergarten to eighth grade, allowing them to learn from NFL players and college coaches. Registration is set for Friday and includes a camp T-shirt and water bottle for a fee of $160. Attendees can register online or on-site. This year features notable instructors like NFL player Poona Ford and former Pro Bowler Jakeem Grant, inspiring youth to pursue their sports aspirations.

Hilton Head Island Prepares for Annual All-American Football Camp

The 20th Annual All-American Football Camp is set to take place this weekend from Friday to Sunday at Hilton Head High’s football stadium. Organized by Hilton Head Island football coach BJ Payne, the camp welcomes young athletes from kindergarten through eighth grade, providing them with an invaluable opportunity to learn from current NFL players and college coaches.

The registration for the camp opens at 4 p.m. on Friday, and participants can enroll for a fee of $160, which includes a camp T-shirt and a water bottle. Interested attendees have the option to register online at www.islandreccenter.org or can also walk up to register on the day of the camp.

Featured Instructors

This year’s lineup of instructors is impressive, featuring notable professionals such as current NFL player Poona Ford, who recently signed a three-year contract with the Los Angeles Rams. Another highlight of the camp is former NFL Pro Bowler Jakeem Grant, who previously played for the Chicago Bears. In addition to these NFL stars, the camp will also feature college instructors such as:

• Jaylen Sneed (Notre Dame)
• Billy Schrauth (Notre Dame)
• Leonard Moore (Notre Dame)
• CJ Bailey (NC State)
• Riley Pettijohn (Ohio State)
• Payton Pierce (Ohio State)
• Brandon Cisse (South Carolina)
• Shaikh Thompson (ECU)
• Ty Chan (UConn)
• Jaiden Jones (Morehouse)
• Troy Timko (Wofford)
• Gaston Moore
• James Vollono (special teams coach with experience at Syracuse, Troy, Mississippi State, and FIU)

Benefits of Attendance

The All-American Football Camp is designed to inspire local youth by exposing them to the possibilities that arise from football through the guidance of experienced professionals. Participants benefit not only from athletic instruction but also from life lessons shared by mentors who have navigated their paths in sports successfully.

BJ Payne, the camp’s organizer, has a reputation for developing young talent. His mentorship has been influential in the careers of several athletes, including Jaylen Sneed. Sneed’s experience illustrates the positive impact that dedicated coaching can have on aspiring football players.

Contact Information

For further inquiries, interested parties can reach out to Coach BJ Payne via email at [email protected] or by phone at (843) 368-4618. Coach Beachkofsky is also available at [email protected] or (812) 605-1068 for additional details.

Looking Ahead

The Annual All-American Football Camp not only serves as a competitive and educational platform for young athletes but also as a community event that seeks to uplift and motivate the youth of Hilton Head Island. Through the mentorship and expertise provided by NFL players and collegiate coaches, participants are encouraged to realize their potential and pursue their sports aspirations earnestly.

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Additional Resources

• Island Packet: Annual All-American Football Camp
• Wikipedia: Football
• Island Packet: Local News
• Google Search: Football training camp
• Irish Sports Daily: Jaylen Sneed and BJ Payne

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