What started as a vision to give back has now become a movement reaching across state lines. On June 21, Tech Sergeant Anthony Mitchell — a Kokomo native and proud graduate of West Marion High School — brought his 10th Annual Youth Football Camp to life, in Tupelo, inspiring over 60 campers and 40 onlookers during a full day of drills, mentorship and motivation.
Mitchell, currently serving in the U.S. Air Force, wears many hats. Between his military duties and his nonprofit work, free time is scarce — but his mission remains clear: to see kids from Marion County and beyond chase greatness and realize their full potential.
“I want to see Marion County kids on the map, doing big things all across the world,” Mitchell said. “It’s personal for me — because I was one of those kids.”
Mitchell credits much of his foundation to his upbringing and early influences.
“My springboard to success was ingrained from lessons I learned at home and were further provided through my involvement with SkillsUSA at the Carl Loftin Career and Technical Center,” he shared.
Joining Mitchell for the special day were former Green Bay Packers wide receiver Eric Matthews, who hosted two camps in Columbia during the COVID pandemic, Mississippi State offensive lineman Robert Hicks and several other professional athletic alumni who shared their time and experience with local youth.
Through his nonprofit, The Endzone Club, Mitchell leads a year-round effort to pour into young people through sports camps, mentorship sessions, community outreach and seasonal events across the Southeast. Though headquartered in Mississippi, the impact of the Endzone Club spans far beyond state lines.
Even with the demands of military service, Mitchell continues to find ways to show up — not just as a coach, but as a consistent example of what leadership, faith and follow-through can look like.
To learn more or support the mission, visit www.the-endzone-club.com.
