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EJ Henderson joins Youth Football Day in Anoka

By Harold Harris, 06/15/15, 2:45PM CDT

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Anoka High School Football and ARAA hosted the 1st annual Youth Football Day in Anoka on Saturday, June 13th at Goodrich Field

The Anoka High School football coaching staff along with ARAA hosted Youth Football Day in Anoka. Former Viking and current Vikings Youth Football Manager, EJ Henderson was a guest speaker at the event.

The Youth Football Day in Anoka Agenda included:

-An overview of Anoka High School Football Program by Head Coach Buerkle

-Messages about ARAA’s the implementation of USA Heads of Football and the benefits to player safety

-A discussion by EJ Henderson on the importance of sports, education and perseverance.

-A free mini camp for all kids run by the Anoka High school Varsity staff.

-An official local NFL Punt Pass and Kick competition. The 1st thru 3rd place finishers of the NFL PPK competition are listed here.  The winner from each group has qualified to compete in a sectional event with the chance to compete before a Vikings game.

Sixty five boys and girls came out to join in the fun and educational event. The event culminated with free hot dogs, chips and drinks for all those who participated.