Local Youth Invited to Train Like the Pros During NFL Draft Weekend Event

Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson hosts free football combine for students grades K-12

Apr. 14, 2026 at 4:56pm

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The Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson is hosting a free Youth Football Combine on Saturday, April 25th from 1-3PM at Gowans Stadium. Open to students grades K-12, the event will feature NFL player Mitchell Tinsley of the Cincinnati Bengals and give local youth the chance to train, compete and experience what it's like to participate in a real football combine.

Why it matters

This event provides a unique opportunity for local youth to get a taste of the excitement and energy of the NFL Draft right in their own community. By engaging with a professional athlete and experiencing a real football combine, the kids can build confidence, develop skills, and make connections that could inspire them to pursue their athletic dreams.

The details

The Youth Football Combine will be hosted by the Hutchinson Community College Head Football Coach Drew Dallas, along with HCC coaching staff and players, as well as the Boys & Girls Club of Hutchinson. Participants will rotate through a variety of combine drills and activities, including a timed 40-yard dash, agility and shuttle drills, position-specific skill work, and competition stations.

  • The event will take place on Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 1-3PM.
  • The 2026 NFL Draft will be held during the same weekend.

The players

Mitchell Tinsley

A player for the Cincinnati Bengals who will be on-site engaging with participants and sharing his journey as a professional athlete.

Drew Dallas

The Hutchinson Community College Head Football Coach who will be hosting the event along with his coaching staff and players.

Tabetha Gray

A longtime organizer from the Boys & Girls Club of Hutchinson who is coordinating the event.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson

A local organization that has operated in Hutchinson since 1990, serving hundreds of youth each year through programs focused on academic success, character & leadership, health & well-being, and life & workforce readiness.

Hutchinson Community College Blue Dragons Football

The college football program that is partnering with the Boys & Girls Clubs to host the Youth Football Combine.

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What they’re saying

“This is a unique opportunity for our kids to feel the energy of Draft Weekend right here in Hutchinson. We want our athletes to show up, compete and most importantly, have fun while building confidence, skills and connections.”

— Tabetha Gray, Longtime organizer, Boys & Girls Club of Hutchinson

What’s next

Prior registration is required for the Youth Football Combine via QR code or online link. Youth are encouraged to come ready to move and participate.

The takeaway

This free event hosted by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson gives local youth a chance to train like professional athletes, connect with a real NFL player, and experience the excitement of the NFL Draft right in their own community. By providing this unique opportunity, the organizers hope to inspire the next generation of athletes and leaders.