Columbus, GA — NFL defensive end Mykel Williams is giving back to the community that raised him, returning to his hometown to host his second annual Youth Football Camp, according to WTVM.

Williams, who hails from Columbus, made the trip back to offer local young athletes a chance to learn from a professional player in a supportive, hometown setting. The camp marks the second consecutive year Williams has organized the event, underscoring his ongoing commitment to Columbus youth.

While StoryCorps also made a stop in Columbus this week — setting up at the historic Liberty Theatre to record community stories and memories — it was Williams’ camp that brought the energy of professional football right to the doorstep of the next generation of Columbus athletes.

Events like these reflect the strong community spirit alive in Columbus, where local success stories continue to invest in the city’s young people and its future.

Sources: WTVM.com, Columbus Ledger-Enquirer