With minicamp coming to a close at the end of the week, it will officially be the offseason for Chargers players and coaches.
While these six weeks are normally time for the guys to unwind and relax before training camp begins, many of them have dedicated time to give back.
A number of Chargers players are holding youth football and even cheer camps over the summer, with many of them in their hometowns across the country. It's their way to connect with young kids who may not get a chance to experience what it's like to learn from a professional athlete.
Here's a full list of the players' camps:
Tuesday, June 26 – Tyrell Williams Offensive Skills Camp
WHERE: McArthur Field at Western Oregon University – Monmouth, Oregon
WHEN: 10:00am-2:00pm
GRADES: 7th-12th grades
NOTES: Free. Seeking QB, WR, RB, TE and OL positions for the camp. Athletes will get a Nike shirt, TWilliams_Gear/Strideline socks and a Chargers goodie bag.
REGISTER: Email TyrellWilliamsFoundation@gmail.com with camper's name, grade, position and shirt size.
Saturday, July 7 – Pouncey Twins Annual Youth Football & Cheer Camp
WHERE: Bryant Stadium – Lakeland, FL
WHEN: 5:00pm-8:00pm (Check in starts at 3:30pm)
AGES: 6-16 years (Boys and girls welcome)
NOTES: Free. Football camp will have drills and 7-on-7 competitions. Cheer camp will be run by Lakeland Police Athletic League cheer coaches. Camp participants will receive a school starter pack featuring various school supplies.
REGISTER: Via this link.
Saturday, July 7 – Cardale Jones Skills Camp
WHERE: Robert Bump Taylor Field – Cleveland, OH
WHEN: 10:00am-3:00pm (Check in starts at 9:30am)
GRADES: 4th-9th grades
NOTES: Free. Two-part camp. The first half focuses on lateral movements, quickness & agility. The second half focuses on attacking the ball, hand-eye coordination and catching. Camp shirts and lunch provided.
REGISTER: Via this link.
Saturday, July 14 – Adrian Phillips Youth Football Camp
WHERE: Homer B. Johnson Stadium – Garland, TX
WHEN: 10:00am-2:00pm
AGES: 6-18 years (Boys and girls welcome)
NOTES: Free. Certified clinicians use a series of drills to show passing, catching and running skills in a non-contact setting. All skills and drills selected are based on USA Football's Player Progression Development Model, ensuring children are learning in an age-appropriate manner and creating an ideal atmosphere for fun.
REGISTER: Via this link.
Saturday, July 14 – Hayes Pullard Football Camp
WHERE: Jackie Robinson Stadium at Rancho Cienega Park – Los Angeles, CA
WHEN: 9:00am-1:00pm (Check in starts at 8:00am)
AGES: 6-17 years
NOTES: Free. Learn fundamentals and techniques from both NFL and college stars.
REGISTER: Via this link.
Saturday, July 14 – Keenan Allen Youth Camp
WHERE: Northern Guilford High School – Greensboro, NC
AGES & TIMES: 7-13 years (9:00am-11:00am//Check in starts at 8:00am). 14-18 years (12:00pm-2:00pm//Check in starts at 11:00am).
NOTES: Free. Camp is designed to teach children the fundamentals of football and give them the basic skills to enjoy the game. Non-contact camp.
REGISTER: Via this link.
Sunday, July 15th – Keenan Allen Elite Skills Camp
WHERE: Proehlific Park – Greensboro, NC
WHEN: 10:00am-2:00pm (Check in starts at 9:00am)
GRADES: 9th-12th grades
NOTES: $125/participant. Advanced camp geared for high school QBs, WRs and DBs looking to elevate their game to new levels! Camp activities will include lectures, fundamental skill stations, and one on ones. Non-contact camp.
REGISTER: Via this link.
