GALLERY – Young athletes from across the area participated in the 3rd Annual Roy & Marie Hilton Youth Football Camp at St. Andrew’s Episcopal School in Ridgeland

On Jun. 7th, young athletes from across the area participated in the 3rd Annual Roy & Marie Hilton Youth Football Camp at St. Andrew’s Episcopal School in Ridgeland. Hosted by 10 year NFL veteran Brandon Copeland and Mississippi State Senator Bradford Blackmon through Beyond the Basics, the free camp provided youth ages 11 to 17 with football instruction, skill development and mentorship opportunities. Participants spent the morning learning fundamentals of the game while engaging with coaches, community leaders, and fellow athletes. The annual camp continues to honor the legacy of Roy and Marie Hilton by creating opportunities for young people to grow both on and off the field. (Advocate Photos: Joshua Martin)