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Fit Kids First - A Mega Sports Camp and More!

By: Carolyn Donaldson
Updated: August 31, 2011
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EVERETT, BEDFORD COUNTY - This summer's Vacation Bible School at the Everett Assembly of God Church in Bedford County, looked more like a sports camp - for a reason.

As Suzette Knox, Mega Sports Camp Coordinator says, "kids are into sports these days and it's popular with the kids and they come and they have a great time."

From flag football to soccer, volleyball and cheerleading to basketball, these kids learned how to "Go the Distance". Mega Sports participant Joshlynn Fouser says, "layups, rebounds and all kinds of stuff," are the components of the basketball program.

The kids say they learned the importance of being part of team and how to win games on the court and in life.
 
Megan Diehl, another participant says it's good to be outside. "If you don't, you won't get the exercise you need," she explains, "and it's more fun to be outside."

This Summer Vacation Bible School-Mega Sports Program is open to the entire community. You can find more information by clicking here.

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