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Chester High School went undefeated to win the second annual Fellowship of Christian Athletes 7-on-7 competition at Andrew Jackson High School on Thursday, July 14.
The Cyclones, en route to the victory, capped their unbeaten run with a win over Lancaster High School.
Chester along the way, also posted a one-point win over Buford High School, the 2021 camp host.
The camp, sponsored by Seth’s Giving Tree, featured host AJ along with Buford, Lancaster, Chester, Great Falls, Lewisville and North Central.
Seth’s Giving Tree is a foundation started in memory of Seth Muennich, a junior varsity football player who played at Buford High prior to his death 11 years ago when he was struck by a car returning to Buford High to prepare for a Junior Jackets football game.
The camp opened at 8:30 a.m. and wrapped up at 1 p.m.
“It was a good day and it was good to get all of the teams competing,” said AJ Vols coach Todd Shigley. “We had good participation and were able to get in some good work in preparation for the upcoming season.”
Buford High second-year coach Ed Susi said he liked having the linemen involved.
“The 7-on-7 competition, for the most part, features the backs and receivers, but having the lineman was a plus,” he said. “I like having the whole team out there together for team bonding.”
Buford High’s linemen made a statement, winning the annual tug-of-war competition for the second straight year at the camp.
“We take pride in that, and it was good to win,” Susi said. “It’s something they look forward to.”
“It gives those guys a chance to compete and be a part of the action,” said FCA representative Stuart Ramirez, who worked the camp. “They really get into it.”
During the 7-on-7 competition Thursday, the linemen also participated in various drills.
Cullen Ussery, an AJ senior defensive back-wide receiver, was presented the sportsmanship award.
The FCA provided each of the 200 players attending with lunch and a drink. The FCA also presented various items for the attendees, including a T-shirt, hat and a New Testament Bible.
Perry Tuttle, the former Clemson and NFL star, addressed the campers.
“He had a good message and the FCA does a good job with this event,” Shigley said. “We were glad to be a part of it.”
Ramirez noted between games the gospel was shared with the campers.
“The day went well with some good work and a lot of fun and fellowship,” he said.
Contact Robert Howey at 803-339-6870 or rhowey@thelancasternews.com.
Contact Robert Howey at 803-339-6870 or rhowey@thelancasternews.com.
