Storm players, coaches give back with free clinic
Head coach Jim Glogowski and members of the Simpson football team made the short drive to Evelyn Davis Park in Des Moines on Thursday, June 30, where they held a free clinic for area youths.
Partnering with the Des Moines Parks and Recreation Department and the Des Moines Police Activities League, Storm players and coaches spent a day teaching basic football skills to more than 20 kids ranging from 3-15 years of age.
Fred Jones, Professor of Sociology and Criminal Justice at Simpson, came up with the idea to bring the three entities together in order to help foster a positive relationship between Simpson and the Des Moines Community.
"When Professor Jones came up with the idea of working together with Lieutenant Joe Gonzales of the Des Moines Police Department and the Des Moines Parks and Recreation Department, we felt it would be a great opportunity to give back to the community," Glogowski said.
The Simpson coaching staff and 12 current players took part in clinic, where they spent a few hours tossing around the pigskin.
"It was a lot of fun for us as well as the kids," Glogowski said. "We really enjoyed getting to know the campers and teaching them a little about the great game of football."
