Living the backyard life has a unique way of teaching lessons that’ll stick with you for life. Responsibility, determination, and a drive to put in the work long before anyone’s watching. And, sometimes, it brings a surprise you never forget. In this Backyard Life video, pro football player Cam Jurgens teams up with Exmark to make a young fan’s day even brighter—and, give him a freshly cut lawn, to boot!
Mowing Lines to Goal Lines
Before the big surprise, Cam got to work on cutting the young fan’s yard (and knocking one item off this chore list) with a brand-new Exmark Lazer Z.
Then, what Theo expected to be a routine mail delivery turned into a moment he’ll remember forever. Once introductions were made, the conversation naturally turned to football. Cam saw a lot of himself in Theo: someone who works hard, plays hard, and isn’t afraid to put in the time and effort to do things right.
Before leaving, Theo received some one-on-one lessons on refining his game in the trenches. Cam talked football, shared technique, and broke down the fundamentals and mindset of playing center. It was the same mindset that shaped Cam growing up, whether he was training, playing, or putting in hours on the farm.
For Theo, the whole experience helped reinforce dreams of playing at Nebraska—and eventually going pro, just like Cam did. And for Cam, it was a reminder of where those dreams begin.