TORRINGTON – Future Goshen County football players participated in the Football 101 Youth Camp hosted by the Torrington High School (THS) Blazers at the Old Wiseman Field from July 1-2.
Sixty-five young athletes enrolled in the program to learn football fundamentals in a “fun and safe environment,” said camp organizer Kendra Stienmetz.
Coaching staff and team members on the THS football team taught a variety of offensive and defensive skills over two days. The camp culminated with a punt-pass-kick (PKK)competition and a game of flag football.
“We love having our THS football team come and teach the kids and give back to the community,” Stienmetz said.
Individual awards
Ages 5-7
• Blazer of the week: Zakai Lukalu
• Mr. Effort: Otto Werning
• Most improved: Zander Hatley
• PKK competition: Otto Werning first, Blake Bruch second and Zakai Lukalu third
Eight-year olds
• Blazer of the week: Sebastian Vargas
• Mr. Effort: Brody Williams
• Most improved: Max Daily
• PKK competition: Sebastian Vargas first, Max Daily second and Dax Yorges third
Nine-year-olds
• Blazer of the week: Keaton Wilkie
• Mr. Effort: Colton Knuppe
• Most improved: Abel Estes
• PKK competition: Jaedin Duthie first, Reed Curry second and Macoy Baker third
