At Sports International Football Camps, we know that feeling of pure excitement and purpose on the field, that moment when everything clicks and you know you’re doing what you were meant to do. As Kurt Warner once said, “Every time I picked up a football and got a chance to play, I felt alive. I felt like this was what I was supposed to do.” That same passion drives every camper who comes to train with the best, learning directly from NFL legends who have dedicated their time to mentoring the next generation. One of those mentors is Luke Kuechly.
We couldn’t be more excited to see Luke among the nominees for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026! Football fans know Kuechly as one of the 
most dominant and intelligent linebackers of his era; a seven-time Pro Bowler, five-time First-Team All-Pro, and the 2013 NFL Defensive Player of the Year. But here at our camps, we remember him for something even more special: the time he shared his knowledge, passion, and leadership with our campers in North Carolina as one of our headliners.
Luke is a perfect representation of Train With The Best, as he entered the field with the young athletes, guided them through drills, answered their questions, and gave them a day they would never forget about what it takes to play at the highest level. His energy, humility, and legitimate interest in the kids left a mark on everyone present.
Seeing him now, being recognized for his remarkable career, is a proud moment for all of us. It’s always rewarding to see players who’ve supported our camps go on to receive football’s highest honor-induction into the Hall of Fame.
In the years that have passed, we’ve had the privilege of helping young athletes train with the best, alongside many Hall of Famers and future Hall of Famers who have invested their time in our campers, including:
Luke Kuechly – North Carolina All Positions Camp
Curtis Martin – Massachusetts All Positions Camp
LaDainian Tomlinson – Texas All Positions Camp
Art Monk – Virginia All Positions Camp
Dermontti Dawson – Pittsburgh All Positions Camp
John Randle – Minnesota All Positions Camp
Jared Allen – Minnesota All Positions Camp
Jerome Bettis – Pittsburgh All Positions Camp
Michael Irvin – Texas All Positions Camp
Michael Strahan – New Jersey All Positions Camp
Marshawn Lynch – Seattle All Positions Camp
Luke Kuechly’s nomination is yet another reminder of the elite talent-and even better people-who have been part of the Sports International family. We are proud to give young athletes the opportunity to train with the best and learn from some of the greatest in football’s history.
Well done, Luke, and thanks for inspiring the next generation of athletes!