Former NFL players hosting football clinic and camp in South Lake Tahoe

The High Performance Hockey and Football Camp will take place in South Lake Tahoe beginning on August 1 for all kids ages eight to 18.

Campers will participate in either hockey or football, or have the option of attending both camps. Former NFL players Byron Chamberlain, Mike Sherrard, and JoJO Townsell will join other coaches and players including hockey standout Michael Finderoff in giving kids a solid foundation in the fundamentals needed to excel in both sports.

Camp runs August 1 to 5, but Townsell will be hosting a free football FUNdamentals clinic for kids Saturday, August 1 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the South Tahoe Middle School. Townsell if a graduate of Reno's Hug High School and played six seasons with the New York Jets.

FUNdamentals incorporates a series of drills to teach 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, based on their cognitive and physical maturity.

Those interested should register for the one day clinic at www.usafootball.com/fun. Information on the week long camp can be found on the MEIFYI Foundation website.