USATF Discus Thrower Rachel Longfors Gives Back to the Fargo Community on MLK Day

Fargo, ND- On MLK Day, Rachel Longfors-one of the USA’s top discus throwers and a track coach at North Dakota State University, visited the youth at the Boys and Girls Club of the Red River Valley. Rachel spent time getting to know the kids and telling them about her track and field experiences. Rachel and the youth then honored the memory of Martin Luther King Jr. by giving back to their community. Together, they made cards for soldiers serving in Iraq and Afghanistan and local recipients of meals from Meals on Wheels.

Rachel, a new AFH member, was one of thirty-five AFH athletes who gave their time on MLK Day. She really enjoyed her time spent with the youth at the Boys and Girls Club and looks forward to helping with more events in the near future.

More about the Boys and Girls Club of the Red River Valley- The Boys & Girls Club of the Red River Valley seeks to provide programs and services enabling all young people to achieve their full potential in a safe and caring environment. The Boys & Girls Club of the Red River Valley will help our youth develop the attitudes, skills, values and behaviors to succeed in life. Youth Development Strategies, based on basic principles, are designed to build self-esteem and allow children to grow into responsible and caring adults. These strategies are tools that will allow our youth to become responsible citizens and leaders, who are able to live successful lives.It has various programs for youth who have a variety of interests and needs. The programs engage young people in diverse activities such as Character & Leadership Development, Education & Career Development, Health & Life Skills, The Arts and Sports, Fitness & Recreation. To learn more visit their website.