More than 200 campers and volunteers recently participated in God Over All Things (G.O.A.T) Camp April 1-3 at the Brookhaven Exchange Club Park’s small ballfield at 250 Hartman St.

On the first night of camp, campers played kickball, had crafts with the American Legion Auxiliary Wesson’s Post #79, and guest speaker was Copiah-Lincoln Community College’s Running Back Kenyon Armstrong of Brandon.

On the second night of camp, campers played football hosted by Brookhaven High Football Team members, and baseball hosted by former Major Leaguer John Lindsey of Hattiesburg. Guest speakers were three members of Co-Lin Wolfpack Team — Quarterback Jaylen Pettway of Jacksonville, Florida; Wide Receiver Kannon Cato of Lawrence County; and Running Back Dezmond Ray of Itta Bena.

On the final night of the three-day camp, campers played kickball, had fun with Co-Lin Cheerleaders, arts and crafts with Miss Teen USA and Lawrence County’s own Addie Carver. Guest speaker was Bryce Johnson of Crystal Springs and Co-Lin Baptist Student Union.

Dinner was provided each night by Guy and Kristi Orr of Brookhaven. 

“The countless community volunteers that gave of their time and resources made camp possible. Without needed volunteers, free community and gospel-centered camps would not be possible,” said camp co-founder Jessica Breazeale, of Wesson.

G.O.A.T Camps were started by Breazeale and her husband Ricky who saw a huge need in that particular area to offer positive, free activities to kids and teens. The response has been tremendous since the camp’s inception nearly four years ago.

The next G.O.A.T camp is scheduled for Oct. 7-9. More information can be obtained at the camp’s Facebook page “GOAT CAMPS.” Individual or community group volunteers are needed for the next camp.