28 local students attend FCA camp

By Melinda L. Lucas

Twenty-eight Albany students participated in the Fellowship of Christian Athletes camp held at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene last week, according to local FCA respresentative Paul Johnston.

The event was Monday through Friday, June 17-21, with more than 400 from around the Big Country in attendance.

Johnston said that 60 of those were from his territory – Big Country East – which in addition to Albany, includes Moran, Lueders, and 22 other communities.

“There were a lot of decisions made during last week’s camp, and at least two of those were Albany kids,” said Johnston.

All of the local campers’ fees were paid by fundraisers held since last summer, including a Helmet Challenge and Pass the Helmet, hamburger supper, and tailgate party.

Johnston also said that two Albany students will be attending a five-day state FCA camp at Texas Tech University in Lubbock next week.

For information about how to support FCA and help send student-athletes to camp next summer, contact Johnston at 325-660-2347.