June 2, 2008

Fayetteville, NC - Fayetteville State University Broncos Football Program is proud to give back to its community by partnering with the National Football League (NFL) and the Carolina Panthers in hosting the NFL Junior Player Development Camp on July 19, 21-26, 2008.

JPD integrates on-field skills development with life skills and character development. As youngsters plan for future high school interscholastic activities, participants receive instruction from NFL-selected high school coaches, as well as counseling that focuses around a variety of life skills, such as responsibility, goal-setting, sportsmanship, self-control, smart moves, and teamwork. Each life skill addressed through the context of football allows coaches to make the connection between life skills as they are applied on the field, in school, at home and in the community.

In addition, through a youth coach's development program that provides hours of practical training, coaches learn how to properly teach all position fundamentals as well as how to creatively and effectively apply life skill messages.

The Broncos partnered with the NFL and the Carolina Panthers to host the NFL High School Player Development Program (HSPD) which took place on May 17, 20-24, 2008 at Luther "Nick" Jeralds Stadium.

The HSPD provides incoming high school sophomores through seniors a program that focuses on character development and specific football skill training by position. Through the program, each participant will gain full awareness of what is necessary to become a successful collegiate student-athlete.

For more information, please contact the athletic department at (910) 672-1314.