Vidalia’s Jamar Lyons waits to lead a group of players through a drill during the action. (Emmalee Molay | The Natchez Democrat)

A group of young athletes test their speed during a drill. (Emmalee Molay | The Natchez Democrat)

Vidalia High School hosted a youth football camp this past week on Wednesday and Thursday in which nearly 60 children participated. The camp led youth players such as Sophia Clem, 8, through skill training and exercises with the help of Viking coaches and players like Bryce Knapik, left. (Emmalee Molay | The Natchez Democrat)

Vidalia football coach Dee Faircloth gives direction during camp this past Wednesday at the high school. (Emmalee Molay | The Natchez Democrat)