Lauren's First and Goal Camp returns to Lafayette on June 1

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FROM KEITH GROLLER

Even though John Loose has moved on from Lafayette to become the linebackers coach at Army, the widely successful Lauren's First and Goal Camp will continue at Lafayette on Sunday, June 1.

This will be the 11th edition of Lauren's First and Goal which brings together kids entering grades 9th thru 12th with over 300 college coaches. The event is named in honor of John's daughter, Lauren.

As of Saturday, Loose was still working on a keynote speaker. In the past, the keynote speakers have included the likes of Phil Simms and Ravens coach John Harbaugh.

Here are the particulars on this year's camp: 

The 11th annual Lauren's First and Goal football camp will be held Sunday June 1 from 9AM to 3PM (registration 7:30-8:30) at the Lafayette College Metzgar Field complex in Easton, Pa. 

This is a non-contact camp for players entering 9th through 12th grade in the fall of 2014.  For a minimum donation of $40 ($45 after May 15) players are coached all day by college coaches who come from far and near and donate their time and travel to help make this event a success.  The event raises money for the research into the cause and potential cures for pediatric brain tumors and for cancer services which help cancer stricken families.  The all volunteer organization is named for Lauren Loose of Easton, Pa. who is a 17 year old survivor of inoperable brain tumors.   Since 2004 this organization has raised over 1.5 million dollars for the causes they support.  Walk ups on camp day are permitted.   Camp day registration is $50, cash only. To register, check out www.lfgf.org or call John or Marianne Loose at 610-250-6981 .