NIKE Dan Duquette Sports Academy Hinsdale, Massachusetts

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Dan Duquette Sports Academy is a sports camp, tournament facility and lakeside retreat for boys and girls who are interested in learning baseball, softball, basketball, and soccer from distinguished high school, college and pro coaches.

Join the fun and get better at baseball this summer! 

Highlights Include

  • Professional instruction from former Pros, College Coaches and College-Aged Instructors
  • 10:1 camper/staff ratio
  • Multi-level ability grouping
  • Nike Camp T-shirt, Lanyard, Graduation Certificate and Nike Prizes

The Academy is located in Hinsdale, Massachusetts. Nestled in the Berkshire Hills, the Academy is approximately two hours by car from New York, Boston, and Cooperstown, and 1 hour from Springfield! The 22-acre campus is located on over 100 acres of land adjacent to Plunkett Reservoir.

For its inaugural season held in 2003, all new facilities were completed, including new dormitories, clubhouses, medical, technology and conference centers.

The Academy has one regulation size Major League field, one intermediate youth field and two youth league diamonds. For Basketball the Academy has four outdoor basketball courts and a nearby indoor basketball facility.

Meet your coaching staff
Camp Director

Dan Duquette

A seasoned baseball executive with over 20 years experience with the Milwaukee Brewers, Montreal Expos, Boston Red Sox, and recently named the Executive Vice President for Baseball Operations and General Manager of the Baltimore Orioles, Dan Duquette is respected internationally for his ability to assemble and lead a dynamic sports organization and to establish a world-class training program. He has been recognized as a key member of the top baseball organization six times and has been honored twice as the EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR. 

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While raising his family, Duquette identified the need to establish a sport focused camp and tournament environment that delivers additional value to student athletes and their families. Having spent the majority of his career working with Major League baseball players, Dan learned that it takes more than just physical "tools" and athletic skills to succeed. He knows the top athletes in all sports have a positive attitude, a healthy respect for the game, emotional control and advanced mental skills that enrich their game and life.

Camp Director

Todd Breighner

Todd Breighner, of Streamlined Sports Marketing, will be directing the Sports Academy for the 2013 Camping Season. Breighner began his career in the Ripken Baseball organization and helped develop the baseball complex in Aberdeen, MD, as well as the Ripken baseball experience in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Recently, he owned and operated the Worcester Tornadoes of the CanAm professional league.

Coach

Joe Greenleaf

Joe is a 5 year veteran of the Sports Academy. His has coached several local AAU, Babe Ruth and Little League baseball teams. He was also involved with the former Pittsfield Dukes NECBL college baseball team. Coach Joe emphasizes the fundamentals of baseball as a foundation for becoming a better player.

Coach

Mark Ketley

Coach Mark Ketley is the current assistant head coach and pitching coach for Wilton High School where has been coaching for 25 years. Coach Ketley is the former Head Coach for Wilton American Legion. Ketley who is a former pitcher for the University of Tampa and Central Connecticut State University, specializes in working with the outfielders at the Sports Academy. 

Coach

Pat Boulger

Coach Pat Boulger has been a member of the Sports Academy staff since our first year and is a favorite of all campers. He is currently a history / sociology teacher and coach at Drury High School in North Adams, MA. Coach Boulger has been apart of several Berkshire County and Western Massachusetts Championship teams with Drury during the past 6 years. He graduated from Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts and is currently working on his Masters Degree.

Coach

Bill Farrell

Coach Farrell has worked at the Sports Academy since 2004 as both an Umpire and Instructor specializing in pitching.  He played high school baseball in Lenox, MA and college baseball at North Adams State.  Bill has coached youth softball and baseball for 15 plus years including work at Taconic High School, St. Joseph High School and he is currently coaching at Lenox High School.  He also currently plays and coaches softball at the Berkshire County softball complex.

Coach

Tom Rizzo

Learn more about NIKE Dan Duquette Sports Academy
Camp Code: BAXRDD
The Dan Duquette Sports Academy will be hosting a Spring Training Camp in April. Get ready for your season by refining your skills during this one week camp! 
 
The Sports Academy's baseball programs are focused on players 8-18 years old. Players will be grouped according to age and skill level. Unique to the Sports Academy are fields sized for Major League, intermediate youth league and youth league.
 
Players will receive individual and group instruction on hitting, fielding, base running, and game strategies. Instruction will also be offered for those interested in pitching and catching. Players can also expect plenty of game action. Each player will receive an evaluation at the conclusion of the session which includes take home instructional points
 
First and Last Day of Camp
The first and last day of camp for Overnight Camps start mid-afternoon and end mid- afternoon. Check in usually takes place after 1 p.m. on Check-in day. Check-out takes place after lunch on the last day.
 
OVERNIGHT CAMPS
A full baseball and living experience. Immerse yourself in baseball and new friends off and on the field. Depending on the location choose from General All Skills Camp to High School programs. Live, eat, breathe and sleep baseball!
 
DAY CAMPERS
Full "day only" camps with daily hours typically but not always being 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Lunch is included with Dinner being included on the first day of camp).
 
Whichever program you do decide on, each Nike Baseball Camp staff member is ready to work with you and provide the best possible baseball experience while you train and strive to be a better baseball player.
 
WEEKEND STAYOVERS
Weekend Stayovers are offered between sessions for a price of $129 per weekend.  Not offered before the first session of the summer or last session of the summer.

Sample Daily Schedule

  • Day 1
  • 12:00 p.m. Camp Check In
  • Day 2-5
  • 7:30 a.m. Wake Up/Breakfast
  • 9:00 a.m. Roll Call/Announcements/Warm Ups - Stretching
  • 9:30 a.m. Skill Stations - Hitting (Batting Cage), Batting Practice (On Field), Pitching & Catching), Infield Drills, Outfield Drills, Base Running
  • 11:00 a.m. Play game with group
  • 12:30 p.m. Lunch
  • 1:30 p.m. Specialty Instruction - Pitching, Catching, Middle Infield, Corner Infield, Outfield
  • 2:15 p.m. Team Defense - Cut Offs & Relays
  • 3:00 p.m. Play game with group or Lakefront Activities
  • 5:30 p.m. Dinner (Overnight Campers)
  • 6:30 p.m. Camp Activities - Basketball, Whiffle Ball, Soccer, Capture the Flag, lake Activities, etc.
  • 8:00 p.m. Showers - Feature Movie or Campfire at the Lakefront
  • 9:30 p.m. Bunkhouse Meeting
  • 10:00 p.m. Lights Out
CHECK IN:
Sunday -  1:30-2:30 P.M.

• Camp begins at 3:00 P.M.
 
CHECK OUT:
Friday, There will be a Graduation Ceremony on the last day of camp at 11:30 a.m.
 
APRIL SPRING TRAINING:
Campers can also choose the option of attending 3 days during this spring training week, for a low price of $270. Please call 1(800) 645-3226 to enroll.
Read camper reviews

Day Camper

  • 5/5.
NIKE Baseball Camp is Awesome!

"I really loved this camp. It was awesome. I made friends, had lots of fun, and learned so much. My high school coach tells me that my game has improved tremendously. Thank you all so much."

Parent

  • 5/5.
We Have Three Boys and Will Definitely Be Returning

"My child was one of the younger kids and we were SO impressed with the way the instructors encouraged them and also encouraged the older kids to show good sportsmanship toward the younger ones. The camp was WONDERFUL. We are locals but I can't imagine sending my son to any other big campus camp that would measure up to this one! We have three young boys and will definitely be returning customers!!!"

Overnight Camper

  • 5/5.
Genuine, Knowledgeable Coaches

"My coach surpassed my expectations as a coach and as a person. He is very genuine and knowledgeable about the sport of baseball.

Parent

  • 5/5.
Better Appreciation for the Game

"They helped my son to appreciate the game of baseball on and off the field. I would highly recommend this camp to other ball players. I look forward to my son attending the camp next year with his little brother."

Overnight Camper

  • 5/5.
NIKE Baseball Camp is Awesome

"I really loved this camp. It was awesome. I made friends, had lots of fun, and learned so much. My high school coach tells me that my game has improved tremendously. Thank you all so much."

NIKE Dan Duquette Sports Academy

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(415) 479-6060
1 (800) NIKE Camp (645-3226)

NIKE Dan Duquette Sports Academy
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Camp Schedule & Fees

Dan Duquette Sports Academy   Jun. 23 - Jun. 28, 2013 Register

Programs: General Skills

Age Group: 8 - 15 Gender: Boys

 Day: $425.00 Availability: Open
Overnight: $695.00 Availability: Open
Dan Duquette Sports Academy   Jul. 7 - Jul. 12, 2013 Register

Programs: General Skills

Age Group: 8 - 15 Gender: Boys

 Day: $425.00 Availability: Open
Overnight: $695.00 Availability: Open
Dan Duquette Sports Academy   Jul. 14 - Jul. 19, 2013 Register

Programs: General Skills

Age Group: 8 - 15 Gender: Boys

 Day: $425.00 Availability: Open
Overnight: $695.00 Availability: Open
Dan Duquette Sports Academy   Jul. 21 - Jul. 26, 2013 Register

Programs: General Skills

Age Group: 8 - 15 Gender: Boys

 Day: $425.00 Availability: Open
Overnight: $695.00 Availability: Open
Dan Duquette Sports Academy   Jul. 28 - Aug. 2, 2013 Register

Programs: General Skills

Age Group: 8 - 12 Gender: Boys

 Day: $425.00 Availability: Open
Overnight: $695.00 Availability: Open
Dan Duquette Sports Academy   Jul. 28 - Aug. 2, 2013 Register

Programs: General Skills

Age Group: 13 - 18 Gender: Boys

 Day: $425.00 Availability: Open
Overnight: $695.00 Availability: Open
Dan Duquette Sports Academy   Aug. 4 - Aug. 9, 2013 Register

Programs: General Skills

Age Group: 8 - 15 Gender: Boys

 Day: $425.00 Availability: Open
Overnight: $695.00 Availability: Open

For additional camp information and dates call us at 1-800-NIKE-CAMP we would be happy to help you.

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