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Iowa State football players mentor youth at Des Moines clinic

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 3:50 PM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Iowa State football players mentor youth at Des Moines clinic

Summary

Iowa State football players led a football clinic at the Boys & Girls Club in Des Moines on June 18, focusing on mentorship and athletic development. The event, supported by T-Mobile, featured drills and skills training for local youth. Participants included several Iowa State transfers who engaged with approximately 60 young attendees. Redshirt junior defensive lineman Zaimir Hawk, a former Boys & Girls Club member, emphasized the importance of giving back to the community. The clinic aimed to strengthen the ties between the university and local youth through active involvement and support from local athletes.

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Key Details

•Iowa State players conducted drills for youth at the Boys & Girls Club.
•Over 60 local children participated in the clinic.
•Zaimir Hawk highlighted the impact of mentorship and community involvement.
•The event was part of Iowa State's outreach efforts during the summer.
•Several football transfers participated, engaging directly with the youth.

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DES MOINES – Carver Elementary School’s gymnasium was recently transformed into a field of mentorship and athletic development as Iowa State football players spent Monday afternoon leading drills and building relationships at the Boys & Girls Club. The event held at the Ellis I. Levitt Club, was supported by T-Mobile, aimed to provide local youth […]
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