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Former Alabama star Da’Ron Payne to host first elite HS OL/DL camp

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A former University of Alabama star on the defensive line is looking to help the next wave of linemen.

Da’Ron Payne, a two-time College Football Playoff National Champion, is having his first elite high school offensive line/defensive line camp on June 17 at Shades Valley High School in Irondale, Ala. Payne attended Shades Valley and became a five-star prospect in the 2015 recruiting cycle. He chose the Crimson Tide and went on to become a first-round selection in the 2018 NFL Draft. Payne recorded a career-high 11.5 sacks and 18 tackles for loss in 2022 for the Washington Commanders.

He signed a four-year contract extension worth $90 million.

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Coach T. Swift of the Winning Edge will help Payne with his camp. The cost is $100 per athlete and is open to the classes of 2024 through 2027. Payne’s camp will focus on agility drills, position work, and one-on-one competition.

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Stephen M. Smith is the managing editor and senior writer for Touchdown Alabama Magazine.  You can “like” him on Facebook or “follow” him on Twitter, via @CoachingMSmith.

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Stephen Smith is a 2015 graduate of the University of Alabama. He is a senior writer and reporter for Touchdown Alabama Magazine. He has covered Alabama football for 10+ years and his knowledge and coverage of the Crimson Tide's program have made him among the most respected journalist in his field. Smith has been featured on ESPN and several other marquee outlets as an analyst.

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