For the Penn State Nittany Lions, the culture they are trying to build is one of focus and starting anew. With a whole new look to their squad, they are set to enter an era predicated on the foundations laid in their first season under Matt Campbell. However, sometimes, some of the greatest moments in a football team's seasons is in the small things they do off the field to better connect with the fans. And on the last day of Penn State's fall camp, Matt Campbell gave a very special group a beautiful moment that will last a lifetime.
For the first time ever, Penn State hosted their very own Victory Day, an opportunity for young children with disabilities to be able to spend some time with the players and get an opportunity to experience practice
alongside them. Campbell originally got the idea from a high school football camp and ever since, has used it as a perfect opportunity to give back to the community, especially the people who may not get many to attend games if at all.
“What a great night for our community, for our kids,” Matt Campbell said about Victory Day. “This world is about giving back and making a difference, and to be able to do that tonight, and be able to be with so many great families and young people that may never get the opportunity to play the game of football — it's a special opportunity for us.”
In order for the Nittany Lions to continue to build a positive team spirit, it is moments like these that will help emphasize the importance of fostering a relationship with every fan in the community and being able to give them something special. It may not seem like it could be something that could help the team's on the field success, but it certainly goes a long way towards building a sense of not just unity, but humanity. The young men playing for the Nittany Lions know they have a tough season ahead with massive expectations. A day like Victory Day gives them the time to forget about it all and just be human.
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