Nike Track & Field Camp SUNY Cortland Cortland, New York
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SUNY Cortland is one of 64 campuses in the State University of New York system. The State University of New York is a quality public university that combines world-renowned faculty, dedicated staff, and a truly diverse body of talented students.
The goal of this camp is to introduce some of the latest training techniques, drills, and information regarding each athlete’s event area(s). Emphasis will be placed on the technical aspects of each event, utilizing dynamic warm-ups, as well as the importance of strength and flexibility. Demonstrations and instructions by our high-caliber, nationally recognized staff will provide campers with hands on learning opportunities. Positive feedback and encouragement will always be implemented. We aim to make the campers experience filled with opportunities to become stronger students of the sport, coupled with lots of opportunities to have fun and meet new friends. It is our hope campers will leave with the knowledge and skills enabling them to improve.
Highlights Include
- Nike Running Camp T-Shirt
- Camp Completion Certificate
- Lunch is included for Day Campers
The SUNY Cortland campus has grass fields and a small trail system that is great for short runs and workouts. The campus is also very closely located to Lime Hollow Nature Center which has approximately 15 miles of trails to run on. In addition to the trails near campus, Cortland has a variety of trail systems within a short driving distance, which makes Cortland a great area to train over the summer.
Meet your coaching staff
Camp Director
Marques Dexter
Entering his third season as an assistant coach at SUNY Cortland in 2011-12, Marques Dexter has helped develop one of the top horizontal jumps groups at the conference, regional and national levels. A two-time nominee for the USTFCCCA Atlantic Region Assistant Coach of the Year, Dexter serves as an instructor for the physical education department, and an adjunct instructor in the sport management department.
Read Full BioDexter holds a USA Track and Field Level II certification in jumps, sprints, hurdles and relays, as well as being a certified Level I instructor for USA Track and Field. He also serves as the recruiting coordinator for the men’s and women’s track and field teams and was a Central Region coach at the 2010 Empire State Games held in Buffalo.
In the 2010-11 season, Dexter coached a total of six NCAA qualifiers, 10 ECAC qualifiers, four ECAC scorers, three SUNYAC champions, and 11 SUNYAC scorers in the horizontal jumps. At the NCAA Outdoor Championships, Dexter had three athletes qualify and compete in the long jump. Of the trio, Tim Scheftic finished his freshman campaign as the top freshman long jumper at the championship meet and in the nation.
Camp code: RNXRSN
Overnight Campers: features several instructional sessions per day, swimming, three hot meals , and lodging in University residence halls. An evening recreation program is also included.
Extended Day Campers (8:00am-8:00pm): Local campers have the option to commute to camp. This option offers the same features as the resident camp minus lodging. The commuter dropoff pick-up times as well as locations will be indicated in the camp itinerary.
Events Offered: Pole Vault, High Jump, Long Jump, Triple Jump, Sprints, Hurdles and Throws.
***Campers need to bring their own poles for Pole Vault
Video Analysis: During camp, our staff will schedule specific times to capture videos of each camper doing their specific skill. Our staff will put together personal media books and each camper will receive a zip file with their photos and anaylsis at the end of camp. Cost is included in the price. More information will be provided upon registration.
Sample Daily Schedule
- 7:00am-8:00am Breakfast
- 8:30-10:30am Session 1
- 11:00-12:00pm Lunch
- 12:30-1:30pm Free Time
- 2:00-4:00pm Pool/Activity
- 4:30-5:30pm Dinner
- 6:00-8:00pm Session 2
SESSION INFORMATION
Check-in: Sunday, July 14th between 12:00-2:00 p.m. at 15 Neubig Rd. Cortland, NY 13045.
Check-out: Wednesday, July 17th between 3:00-4:00 p.m. from the dorms. The graduation ceremony will occur after check‐out in the Park Center.
24-hour supervision is an important feature of every NIKE Running Camp. Staff members reside in campers’ quarters and participate in all activities.
INSTRUCTION
Ratio: 1:10
Players Grouped by: age, ability and event
Evaluation: by coaching staff
Facility: the SUNY Cortland Stadium Complex
HOUSING
Dorm: Either Randall or Hayes Hall
Campers Per Room: 2
Roommates: guaranteed if requested 14 days prior to camp and within limits of room.
Bathrooms: on every floor
Linens: Not provided
Air Conditioning: no, fan recommended
Key Deposit: bring a $75 check made out to USSC
Spending Money: $40- please do NOT bring a pre-written check
Medical Facility: an athletic trainer is on-site and a doctor is on-call for emergencies
TRAVEL
Closest Airport: Syracuse International (36 miles away)
Transportation: Not provided.
Nutritional tips
They were able to give me new tips on my nutrition, and how to better myself for my season, and the coaches listened to my questions and gave me solid feedback
Individualized attention
The counselors really got to know the runners as individuals and were very helpful when asked questions, they really encouraged the runners in the right direction.
Safe environment
Provides a save environment to meet other runners your age, collegiate level, and professional. Motivates the campers to want to obtain a healthy lifestyle in order to compete in top shape throughout high school and with the possibility in college and beyond.
Enjoyable
As a parent, my child was attending her first camp, and enjoyed herself beyond all expectations.
Fun and hard work
SUNY Cortland Running Camp allowed me to have fun pretty much all day long as well as receive excellent instruction in my event. I couldn't have asked for a better camp experience!
Amazing instruction
I arrived at camp nervous of what was to come, but was pleasantly surprised. The counselors were fun, and the camp provided amazing instruction that helped me improve in my event. I would recommend this camp to anyone who wants to become a better runner or just have fun.
Improve skills and have fun
This camp was so much fun, I met so many great people, and from the instructors to the campers themselves everyone was really cool. I would recommend this camp for anyone in track and field at any experience level, I guarantee you will learn knew things and improve.
Fun and Educational
"It's fun and educational too. The kids learned a lot of skills. And the campers also made friends with the kids who love track. My daughter said she finally met people who love running and jumping."
Become a Better Runner
"The Nike Running Camp was a great experience. I learned a lot a I left with great tools to become a better runner."
SUNY Cortland Camper
Provided more training options
This camp is great if you are looking for a fun way to get into your summer training. It allows you to explore different means of improving athletics and really opened up my mind to other training options, such as biking and swimming. It has definitely helped me improve my own training!