COOPER CITY – Patrick Surtain II successfully pulled off his first annual football camp.
Powered through Hard Count Athletics, Surtain II gave the kids a day to remember on this past Sunday (July 16).
First time: @PatSurtainll with young campers in individual drills & 1-on-1’s at his inaugural camp today – Broward County
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More action: @PatSurtainll with young campers in individual drills & 1-on-1’s at his inaugural camp today – Broward County
— New Era Prep (@EraPrep) July 16, 2023
🎥: @EraPrepLady @DaphnieAuguste @tysoncampbell_ pic.twitter.com/CadN5YLkdi
Patrick Surtain II Youth football camp taught me so much yesterday, Compliments from Tua and Jaylen Waddle on route running and ability to create space! This is only the beginning! @Tua @PatSurtainll @D1__JW @EraPrep pic.twitter.com/BBVJHTCpbz
— Jordan Johnson (@JordanJ_26) July 17, 2023
Surtain’s camp consisted of many drills and skills by notable coaches and players. Held at Flamingo West Park, over 100 kids fled the field.
The American Heritage-Plantation alum brought many friends and former teammates to help make the kids’ day, including his former high school teammate and now Jaguars cornerback Tyson Campbell.
Interview: @tysoncampbell_ spoke on the inaugural camp today that was hosted by @PatSurtainll
— New Era Prep (@EraPrep) July 16, 2023
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“Pat always wanted to do something like this, we both did,” Campbell stated. “We were in these kid’s shoes at one point of our life.”
Surtain II also had a guest appearance from the home team Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and wide receiver Jaylen Waddle. He also had guest appearances from Denver Broncos teammates Ja’Quan McMillan, Aaron Patrick, Jordan Battle, and many more.
Photo credits: Casandra Clayton
Surtain II concluded his camp with the fastest camper, where each age group raced for first place. The winners were awarded with autograph golden footballs.
The kids were all smiles after finishing their personal autographs and pictures with Surtain II.
Interview: @PatSurtainll host his
— New Era Prep (@EraPrep) July 16, 2023
First annual football camp 🏈
Surtain speaks on his mission for his camp and how important it is to give back to his community.
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“These are the next gen and new wave of kids,” Surtain II said. “Making sure they learn and leave better than when they came.”
COVER PHOTO CREDITS: Benjamin Johnson
