Rich Paul, the founder and chief executive of Klutch Sports Group, returned to his hometown of Cleveland to run a youth football and flag football clinic at Case Western’s DiSanto Field. The event, staged under the banner of his Klutch Athletics campaign “The Best Comes From Anywhere,” drew roughly 50 children eager to learn both sport fundamentals and life lessons.
Community Impact
The clinic featured a lineup of seasoned coaches, including former NFL cornerback Mike Edwards and Columbus Aviators manager Ted Ginn Jr., who guided the participants through drills and tactical sessions. During a lively Q&A, Paul joined Super Bowl champion Coby Bryant — a Cleveland native — to discuss the habits, support networks and career pathways that have shaped their own journeys in sports.
Beyond the on‑field work, the youngsters received new Klutch Athletics apparel — shirts, shorts and shoes — supplied through a partnership with the athletic brand. The distribution of gear underscored the campaign’s broader message: success can be cultivated from any community, especially when mentors share their experience.
The initiative also coincided with a high‑profile moment in the basketball world, as LeBron James announced his move to the Philadelphia 76ers, reminding the campers that the city’s influence extends to the global stage. By bringing together athletes, coaches and industry partners, the clinic illustrated how local leadership can inspire the next generation to dream bigger.