Kirk Cousins to Host Youth Football Camp in Michigan Hometown

The veteran NFL quarterback will give back to the community that helped shape his career.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 10:07pm

Kirk Cousins, a former Pro Bowl quarterback who has played for three different NFL teams, is set to host his annual youth football camp in his hometown of Holland, Michigan this June. The camp is designed to help young players develop their football skills and character through team activities, drills, and scrimmages.

Why it matters

Cousins' return to his hometown to run this camp demonstrates his commitment to giving back to the community that supported him early in his career. As he faces uncertainty about his NFL future, this camp allows Cousins to stay connected to his roots and mentor the next generation of football players.

The details

Cousins, who was born in Illinois but grew up in Holland, Michigan, became a prep star at Holland Christian High School before going on to play at Michigan State University. He was then drafted by the Washington Redskins in the fourth round and emerged as a four-time Pro Bowler in the NFL. Cousins is now set to host his annual youth football camp on June 24-25 in Holland, where he will focus on helping young players grow in their understanding of the game, as well as in leadership, faith, and integrity.

  • Cousins recently announced the camp on his Instagram on March 26, 2026.
  • The youth football camp will take place on June 24-25, 2026.

The players

Kirk Cousins

A veteran NFL quarterback who has played for the Washington Redskins, Minnesota Vikings, and Atlanta Falcons. Cousins is hosting a youth football camp in his hometown of Holland, Michigan.

Mark Dantonio

The former head coach of the Michigan State Spartans, who offered Cousins a scholarship after missing on other quarterback targets.

Michael Penix Jr.

The quarterback who replaced Cousins as the starter for the Falcons in 2024 and 2025.

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What they’re saying

“Looking forward to fun few days of football back in Holland.”

— Kirk Cousins

“Our football camp is designed to help young men grow in their understanding of the game while helping them to grow in leadership, faith and integrity.”

— Kirk Cousins

“Through team activities, drills and scrimmages, we help the campers develop their skills and their character. And we make sure they have fun.”

— Kirk Cousins

What’s next

Cousins will host the youth football camp on June 24-25, 2026 in his hometown of Holland, Michigan.

The takeaway

Despite the uncertainty surrounding his NFL future, Kirk Cousins remains committed to giving back to the community that supported him early in his career. By hosting this annual youth football camp, Cousins is able to mentor the next generation of players and instill in them the values of leadership, faith, and integrity that have guided his own successful football journey.