Anti-violence football clinic makes big plays for Philadelphia youth

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania (WPVI) — It was game day for local kids who were taught life lessons through football.

The values of anti-violence were passed on to them from “Open Door Abuse Awareness Prevention.”

“We are taking 9 to 11 year olds, bringing…some fun but some heavy truths and sober conversations about better choices that they need to make,” said “Executive Director of Open Door Abuse Awareness Prevention,” Valencia Peterson.

A Philadelphia Eagles champion even came by to encourage the kids.

“I’m excited to reach these kids and…just lead the way and help them out any way I can,” said Jordan Davis of the Philadelphia Eagles.

“I’m grateful for football…saved my life, and it helped me be in a position to help others,” he continued.

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