Local High School Star Lands Back Home with Generous Donation for Youth Football League
For Landen Williams-Callis, his journey began in the small town of Richmond, Texas, where he played football at the local youth league known as the Richmond Oilers. The talented running back went on to become one of the top-ranked players in the country, breaking records and garnering national attention.
Now, as a nationally-ranked prospect for over 60 colleges, Williams-Callis is giving back to his roots by donating $1,000 to the same youth football league where he first started playing. The generous gift was made possible through the Gatorade Player of the Year award, which Williams-Callis received last year.
For Williams-Callis, returning to George Park, where he grew up playing football with current and former Oilers, is a way for him to pay it forward. "It means a lot... It's some of the same coaches are out here when I was here," he said during the presentation. The donation will be used to purchase new equipment and improve the league's field, which is often damaged by wild hogs and gophers.
The Richmond Oilers President, Matt Jackson, praised Williams-Callis for his generosity, saying, "There will probably never be another Landen." The team's coach noted that every one of the kids wants to live up to Williams-Callis's example. For Williams-Callis, giving back to the community and supporting the next generation of athletes is a way for him to make a positive impact.
The donation marks an important step forward for the Richmond Oilers, which are working hard to get the team back to state competition after several years of success. With players like Williams-Callis leading the charge, it's clear that the league's future is bright.
For Landen Williams-Callis, his journey began in the small town of Richmond, Texas, where he played football at the local youth league known as the Richmond Oilers. The talented running back went on to become one of the top-ranked players in the country, breaking records and garnering national attention.
Now, as a nationally-ranked prospect for over 60 colleges, Williams-Callis is giving back to his roots by donating $1,000 to the same youth football league where he first started playing. The generous gift was made possible through the Gatorade Player of the Year award, which Williams-Callis received last year.
For Williams-Callis, returning to George Park, where he grew up playing football with current and former Oilers, is a way for him to pay it forward. "It means a lot... It's some of the same coaches are out here when I was here," he said during the presentation. The donation will be used to purchase new equipment and improve the league's field, which is often damaged by wild hogs and gophers.
The Richmond Oilers President, Matt Jackson, praised Williams-Callis for his generosity, saying, "There will probably never be another Landen." The team's coach noted that every one of the kids wants to live up to Williams-Callis's example. For Williams-Callis, giving back to the community and supporting the next generation of athletes is a way for him to make a positive impact.
The donation marks an important step forward for the Richmond Oilers, which are working hard to get the team back to state competition after several years of success. With players like Williams-Callis leading the charge, it's clear that the league's future is bright.
. He could've easily used his fame and fortune to forget where he came from, but instead, he's choosing to give back to the community that supported him in his youth 
. It's amazing how his generosity will help upgrade the equipment and field for the Richmond Oilers youth football league. That's what I call a true role model! The coaches are already saying that every kid wants to follow in his footsteps, which is awesome 
. Now, I'm sure the kids will be working harder than ever to make their parents proud 
. Kudos to Landen for showing us all what it means to pay it forward 
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He's literally come full circle and now he's payin back to the community that raised him 
He donated a legit $1,000 to his old youth football league which is just wow 
And can we talk about how humble he is? 
His coaches at the Richmond Oilers are literally so grateful 2 have him represent their team again 
, now that's what I call a touchdown! 
. Landen's donation is not just about giving back to his community, but also setting an example for the next gen of athletes who look up to him as a role model 
! as someone who's always been passionate about tech and innovation, but also believes in the power of community, I think this is an amazing example of how successful individuals can use their platforms to make a positive impact 
! now, if we could just see more people using their success to fund innovative projects and initiatives in their communities... 
. I'm sure it'll make a huge difference, especially with those pesky wild hogs and gophers ruining the field 
. But seriously though, it's great to see someone who came from nothing (or at least, small-town Texas) make it big and now giving back to his community 
, but now he's giving back to his community by donating $1k to the same youth league where he first started playing? That's some next-level kindness right there! 