Why Randy Moss Is Going to Turks and Caicos

By: - June 27th, 2016
Randy Moss

Turks and Caicos’ Grace Bay Club is offering guests an exclusive opportunity to mingle with retired NFL legend Randy Moss, and current NFL players Aqib Talib and Vince Wilfork.

In conjunction with the Turks and Caicos Islands American Football Academy, the resort is hosting a four-day American football camp July 13-16 for young guests and local youth.

Randy Moss

Randy Moss

Participants will have direct interactions with the famous athletes as they coach them through drills on blocking, tackling and receiving.

Grace Bay Club is running the camp as part of a comprehensive effort to support the local community by providing a unique outlet for teaching children discipline and focus and exposing them to the working world.

The “American Football Academy Camp Package” includes oceanfront suite accommodations July 12 to 18, featuring daily complimentary breakfast and non-motorized water sports; four tickets to the NFL Players Reception; participation for one child in the football camp hosted by NFL stars; package at $6,960 for six nights.

— Dana Niland

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