2024 DATES AND PRICES NOW AVAILABLE!
Come join us this summer at the Cal Lacrosse Camp! Camp will be held on the beautiful UC Berkeley campus, located on the eastern side of the San Francisco Bay with the central campus resting on 178 acres in Berkeley, California.
Space is limited, so don't wait... register today!
All Cal Sports Camps are open to any and all entrants. For your safety and benefit, we recommend you choose a camp that fits your level of development. All events are subject to change based on NCAA and Covid-19 restrictions. Due to high demand and limited capacity, prices are subject to increase as camp exceeds 25%/50%/75% capacity.
Highlights Include
- Instruction by Cal Women's Lacrosse coaching staff and current players
- Stickwork, individual and defensive skills (shooting, dodging, footwork, etc)
- Team and defensive concepts
- Special goalie instruction
- Every camper receives a reversible Cal practice jersey
- STX Prizes for outstanding play, sportsmanship and improvement
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director Jennifer Wong
Jennifer Wong is in her first season as the Cal lacrosse head coach in 2022 after being named to the position on Aug. 30, 2022. Wong takes the reins at Cal after a long and successful coaching tenure on the staff at Temple, where she most recently served for seven seasons as the Owls' associate head coach from 2016-22. Wong spent 14 campaigns overall at Temple during two stints from 2008-09 and 2011-22.
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Assistant Coach Caroline Corzel
Caroline Corzel is in her third season as an assistant coach at Cal in 2023. Corzel, who broke into coaching as an assistant at Quinnipiac for one campaign in 2020, was a lacrosse student-athlete at Cal from 2016-19.
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Assistant Coach Bridget Ballard
Bridget Ballard is in her first season as an assistant coach with the Cal lacrosse program and her first campaign as a collegiate coach in 2023. Ballard previously worked as a club coach for Building Blocks Lacrosse and also served as an assistant coach for one season at Chatham High School, where she helped lead her alma mater to the 2017 New Jersey state finals after being a two-time US Lacrosse All-American as a prep.
View Bridget Ballard's Bio ⟩
Camp Details
SECURE YOUR SPOT!
You can expect a high demand on these first-come-first-serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early. This summer, Cal Lacrosse will be offering two sessions of the Cal Bears Skill Development Camp and one Advanced High School Prospect Camp.
2024 OVERVIEW
Skill Development Camp - Session 1
• Dates: Monday, June 10th & Tuesday, June 11th
• Ages: 12-18
• Hours: 9:00am-3:00pm
Program: The Skills program is designed to provide campers the fundamental skills, position specific training and in-game tactical knowledge needed to enhance your game. Our goal is to provide each camper with focused, intensive, position specific training sessions essential to improvement. We are committed to helping each camper become a better lacrosse player and we hope all participants leave camp having established new friendships and more passion for the game.
Skill Groups: We recommend that all campers have at least one year of competitive lacrosse playing experience. Groups are made based on registration information....Grad Year and Skill Level. Session 1 of camp will be skill stations and the coaching staff will be doing an evaluation of each group. If there are campers who need to be moved because of group level being too high or too low they will be notified before the next skill based session.
- Competitive Middle School Program for ages 12-13
- Advanced High School Program for ages 14-18
Skill Development Camp - Session 2
• Dates: Monday, July 8th - Thursday, July 11th
• Ages: 7-13
• Hours: 9:00am-3:00pm
Program: The Skills program is designed to provide campers the fundamental skills, position specific training and in-game tactical knowledge needed to enhance your game. Our goal is to provide each camper with focused, intensive, position specific training sessions essential to improvement. We are committed to helping each camper become a better lacrosse player and we hope all participants leave camp having established new friendships and more passion for the game.
Skill Groups: Begginers welcome! Groups are made based on registration information....Grad Year and Skill Level. Session 1 of camp will be skill stations and the coaching staff will be doing an evaluation of each group. If there are campers who need to be moved because of group level being too high or too low they will be notified before the next skill based session.
- Youth Skills Program for ages 7-10
- Middle School Skills Camp 11-13
Skill Development Camp - Session 3
• Dates: Monday, July 29th & Tuesday, July 30th
• Ages: 12-18
• Hours: 9:00am-3:00pm
Program: The Skills program is designed to provide campers the fundamental skills, position specific training and in-game tactical knowledge needed to enhance your game. Our goal is to provide each camper with focused, intensive, position specific training sessions essential to improvement. We are committed to helping each camper become a better lacrosse player and we hope all participants leave camp having established new friendships and more passion for the game.
Skill Groups: We recommend that all campers have at least one year of competitive lacrosse playing experience. Groups are made based on registration information....Grad Year and Skill Level. Session 3 of camp will be skill stations and the coaching staff will be doing an evaluation of each group. If there are campers who need to be moved because of group level being too high or too low they will be notified before the next skill based session.
- Competitive Middle School Program for ages 12-13
- Advanced High School Program for ages 14-18
CAMP ADDRESS
Maxwell Field - Click Here for Directions
2205 Piedmont Ave
Berkeley, CA 94704
SESSION 1 CAMP CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT
Monday, June 10th and Tuesday, June 11th
- Check in: 8:30am on Monday and Tuesday at Maxwell Field
- Check out: 3:00pm on Monday and Tuesday at Maxwell Field
SESSION 2 CAMP CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT
Monday, July 8th - Thursday, July 11th
- Check in: 8:30am on Monday at Maxwell Field
- Check out: 3:00pm on Thursday at Maxwell Field
SESSION 3 CAMP CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT
Monday, July 29th and Tuesday, July 30th
- Check in: 8:30am on Monday and Tuesday at Maxwell Field
- Check out: 3:00pm on Monday and Tuesday at Maxwell Field
MEALS
Lunch is NOT provided. Please bring healthy snacks each day.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Instruction: Morning and afternoon training sessions
- Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours.
- Camp T-shirt & Prizes: Campers will receive a Cal Camp T-Shirt and prizes.
INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY
- Ratio: 1:10 staff-to-camper ratio
- Groupings: Campers are grouped by age, ability, and experience.
- Equipment Needed: Please bring your cleats, protective goggles & mouthpiece, lacrosse stick(s), helmet and pads (Goalies)
- Facility: Goldman Field - Edwards Stadium & Underhill Field
- Medical Protocol: Most camps have an athletic trainer on-site to help with illness or injury. In case of an emergency, campers will be transported to the nearest hospital.
PREPARE FOR CAMP: COMPLETE YOUR PRE-CAMP CHECKLIST
To view your customer account, complete your mandatory forms, pay balance dues, and review important camp information, visit Pre-Camp Checklist. All necessary camp information is on this page. If there are any imperative changes prior to camp start, registered campers will be notified via email and this webpage will be updated!
CHECKLIST OF THINGS TO BRING
Below is a suggested list of clothes, equipment, and personal items. US Sports Camps is NOT responsible for lost or stolen articles or money.
Items:
- Cleats
- Protective Goggles
- Mouthpiece
- Lacrosse Stick(s)
- Healthy Lunch & Snacks - Full Day/Healthy Snacks - Half-Day
- Water Bottle
- Sunscreen
- Signed Heath & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation is not provided. Campers are responsible for getting to and from camp on their own. There is no supervision before or after camp hours so please make arrangements to pick up your child on time.
COMPANY POLICIES
For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.
NIKE LACROSSE CAMP FAQ
For general questions about our lacrosse camps please see our FAQ page.
Skill Development Camp
This summer, Cal Lacrosse will be offering the Cal Bears Skill Development Camp. Our goal has always been to engage and inspire each player at camp and to instill positive character traits such as confidence, self-motivation, and a passion for the sport.
TRANSPORTATION
The camp is not allowed to offer any transportation to and from camps. The airport closest to the Berkeley campus is Oakland International Airport; San Francisco International Airport is also within a reasonable distance. Campers are responsible for their own transportation to and from camp.
CAMP LODGING - NO HOUSING PROVIDED
RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT BERKELEY
2121 Center St
Berkeley, CA 94704
Website: marriott.com/hotels/travel/oakrr-residence-inn-berkeley/
Main: 510-982-2100
THE CLAREMONT HOTEL
41 Tunnel Rd
Berkeley, CA 94705
Website: claremontresort.com/1-800-257-7544
Main: 510-843-3000
HOTEL DURANT
2600 Durant Ave
Berkeley, CA 94704
Website: hoteldurantberkeley.com/1-800-238-7268
Hotel Main: 510-845-8981
DOUBLE TREE BY HILTON HOTEL BERKELEY MARINA
200 Marina Boulevard
Berkeley, CA 94710
Website: doubletree3.hilton.com/1-855-845-6550
Hotel Main: 510-548-7920
Maxwell Field
Campers will train each day Maxwell Field. The field is located next to Memorial Stadium.
Camp Reviews
Overall Average Rating
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July 22, 2023: Getting to work with the Cal coaching staff and players
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July 2, 2023: Specific goalie training
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July 1, 2023: Playing small sided games.
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July 21, 2023: Little scrimmage at the end
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July 20, 2023: Awesome intro to the sport!
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July 1, 2023: Meeting coaches and players at Cal
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July 1, 2023: The improvements in my child skills
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July 20, 2023: Great coaches made it a fun experience
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July 6, 2023: Making friends and gaining more experience
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July 22, 2023: Lots of opportunities to be shot on as a goalie
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July 22, 2023: The 6v6 scrimmages as well as stickwork competitions.
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July 15, 2023: Meeting everyone and learning a lot from the coaches.
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July 3, 2023: Having my 2027 daughter practice with 2024s and 2025s
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July 1, 2023: playing with high level athletes and learning new skills
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July 23, 2023: Getting to work with the coaching staff and meeting other players
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July 4, 2023: Working with and getting instruction from the Cal coaches and players
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July 1, 2023: Learning techniques from a Cal LAX players who might play in the Olympic
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July 20, 2023: My child had fun and learned a few new skills and loved the prizes at the end.
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July 1, 2023: I loved the Coaches and Student Coaches at Cal - playing with them was amazing.
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July 1, 2023: Interacting with Cal players and receiving one on one feedback from the coaches
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July 2, 2023: I met current Cal players and got to meet more players my age and create connections.
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July 1, 2023: My daughter enjoyed the drills based focus of the camp and the interaction with coaches.
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July 1, 2023: I really enjoyed the high intensity box drill and getting coached by current players and coaches at Cal
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July 24, 2023: As an incoming 9th grader, she knows she isn't being recruited and wouldn't want to take attention away from any of the older girls but she appreciated that all of the coaches made there way around to all of the age groups for at least a few minutes. Thank you for making her first impression of Cal a good one.
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This is Jackson's favorite camp
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SECURE YOUR SPOT – CAMPS SELL OUT!
Last year over 650 Sports Camps sold out, leaving 7,000+ campers on the waitlist. Due to high demand, early registration for our first-come-first-serve camps is strongly recommended.