Nike Baseball Camp Westmont College
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Come join the fun at the Westmont College Nike Baseball Camp! Gorgeous weather, superb instruction, and great competition makes this a wonderful baseball camp experience for athletes of all abilities.
Directing the camp is Tom Myers who serves as the Professional Area Scout for the Los Angeles Dodgers, covering from San Luis Obispo to Long Beach CA. Our goal is for every camper to take their game to the next level, create lasting friendships, and have a good time.
Highlights Include
- Nike Sports Camp T-Shirt, Wristband, Sticker, and Potentially Other Prizes!
- Professional Instruction from Coach Myers and College-Aged Instructors
- Daily Emphasis on Fundamental Development, Team Play and More
- College Level Workouts for High School Players
- Discussion Topics: Preparing for College Baseball and Personal Goal Setting
- Excellent Residential, Dining and Training Facilities
- Players Grouped by: Age and Ability
- Low Camper to Instructor Ratios
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director Tom Myers
MLB scout and veteran Nike Camp Director Tom Myers is a seasoned pro at running camps and clinics throughout the country. He spent 5 years playing professionally in the MiLB and 13 years as a Division I assistant coach and pitching coach.
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Coach Nate Trosky
Coach Nate Trosky is employed by the Milwaukee Brewers and is a consultant for the German National Team, Team USA (NTIS), and for numerous West-Coast College and Universities (i.e., Stanford, USC, .....
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Co-Director Steven Hardesty
Coach Hardesty currently works for Baseball Factory as their College Recruiting Coordinator/Director of Players Promotions. Where he evaluates and guides athletes in the college recruiting process while serving as an evaluator of athletes attending Baseball Factory events all over the country to provide scouting reports and coverage of their baseball abilities.
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Camp Details
SECURE YOUR SPOT!
Please Note: Last year, this camp SOLD OUT at this location. You can expect high demand on these first-come-first-serve camper sports, so please be sure to register early. Join our priority list to be notified when this program is available for registration.
Development of physical and mental game fundamentals from professional instructors who will teach the game inside and out. Groups will be designated as High School (age 13-16) or General Skills (ages 9-12) and is intended to give the player all the skills necessary to improve and take their game to the next level.
High School players will experience College Level workouts and received an entire college level training experience. In addition, pitchers will have the opportunity to work with pitching instructors. Instruction will focus primarily on hitting, fielding, base-running, and game situations. You can expect high demand for these first come first serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early.
2024 CAMP INFORMATION
- Dates: July 21-24, 2024
- Age Group: 9-16
- Gender: Boys
- Camp Type: Overnight Camp | Day Camp 9:00am-3:00pm
- Meals: All meals are provided for overnight campers. Dinner is provided on Day 1 for Day Campers, and lunch will be provided on Days 2 & 3.
CAMP TIMES
- Check-in: Sunday at 3:00pm
- Check-out: Wednesday at 12:30pm
- Day Camp Schedule: Sunday 3:00pm-8:00pm, Monday-Tuesday 9:00am-3:00pm, Wednesday 9:00am-12:30pm
Please note: Camp schedules and details may be subject to change.
HOUSING (TBD)
Dorm: Page Hall
Campers Per Room: 3 per room
Roommates: Rooms are assigned by age & roommate requests. Roommate requests must be received no later than 14 days before the start of camp. If you don't have a roommate request, you will be placed in a room with someone near your age. It will be a great opportunity to meet someone new!
Linens: Not included. Bring linens (Twin) or sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase, and a towel.
Air Conditioning: No AC. We recommend bringing a fan.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Daily Baseball Instruction
- Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours
- Nike Sports Camp T-Shirt, Wristband, Sticker, and Potentially Other Prizes!
INSTRUCTION & FACILITY
Ratio: 1:10 staff to camper ratio
Groupings: Campers are initially grouped by age and moved around accordingly based on skill level.
Facility: Outdoor Fields. Indoor facilities are available during inclement weather conditions.
Hitting Fundamentals: The Foundation from the Ground Up; Feet, Hips, Hands; Walking away from hands; Proper Hand load; On-Deck Timing; Be Ready to Hit the FB; Eyes on the middle of the field
Proper Bunting Fundamentals: Set up in batter’s box; Split the bat into 3rds; Create your angle; Drag; Sacrifice; Squeeze; Safety Squeeze
Situational Hitting: Lead off hitter; Get him over, Get him In; Hit/Run; 2K Adjust; R3B < 2 Outs
Fundamental Fielding: Work underneath the baseball; Two Knee Drills; Short hop (Front, glove-side, back-hand); Long hop; Angles; Drop step; Slow rollers; Angle throws; DP pivots; Tag plays; Working through the ball; Pop-up communication; Tennis ball fly-balls; Find the fence; Diving plays; Angle catches; Spin throws
Pitching: Dynamic Warm-up; Catch-Play; Delivery Drills; Flat-Ground; WU/Stretch Hat Drill; 90 feet CH; Long Toss; Land the CB; Defend the Steal; PFP’s; Seam Orientation; Game Planning
Baserunning: Hard 90 out of the box; Find the baseball; Turns; Leads 1b, 2b, 3b; Ball in Dirt Tag up; Getting Signs; Find the OF’s; Jumps off LHP/RHP
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.
Small gym bag/backpack
Athletic clothing: t-shirt, shorts, baseball pants (recommended)
Warm-up jacket
Hat
Cleats & sneakers
Baseball glove
Baseball bat
Helmet
Catchers gear (if applicable)
Sunscreen
Water bottle
Packed lunch and snacks
OVERNIGHT CAMPERS ONLY:
Athletic clothing mentioned above
Comfortable off-field clothing: pants, shorts, shirts, sweatshirts
Undergarments
Pajamas
Flip flops
Toiletries
Personal items & medications
Washcloth and bath towel
Pillow, pillowcase, bed sheets, comforter or sleeping bag
Fan (optional)
Additional snacks/drink
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.
TRAVEL
Nike Baseball Camps does not provide transportation from airports, train stations or bus depots. If you have a child flying to camp, please arrange a shuttle or taxi service.
TEAM/GROUP DISCOUNT
If you have a group of campers registering for the same camp, each camper is eligible for a discount. Please have someone contact the US Sports Camps office at 1-800-645-3226 with the names of each camper in the group and we will create a unique discount code for your group. Campers may then register individually through the website at their convenience and apply the offer code during checkout. *Discount amount varies by program. Please call for details.
COMPANY POLICIES
For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.
NIKE BASEBALL CAMP FAQ
For general questions about our baseball camps please see our FAQ page.
Directors Note to Campers
"Our coaching staff each year is extremely motivated to work with the youth and HS players at our camps. Campers will receive professional-level instruction from coaches that have played and taught at the college and professional levels. We stress the importance of team building, individual mental and physical development in our structured drills and competitive games. Our goal is to provide mental/physical cues the players can take back with them when they complete camp. Our camp base is the future of the game of baseball. They will complete camp with an understanding of the basic baseball fundamentals, what it takes to play at the next level, and grasp the importance of playing the game with energy and passion in a team environment."
Camps are open to any and all entrants, limited only by number, age, grade level and/or gender.
Day 1 Sample Schedule
- 3:00pm Check-In
- 3:50pm Roll call/Coach introductions
- 3:55pm Dynamic Group Stretch - 8 Groups
- 4:05pm Catch-Play
- 4:15pm Group Skill Testing
- Team 1 - 60/40 yard dash
- Team 2 - Shuttle run
- Team 3 - Fly balls
- Team 4 - Ground balls/Throws
- Team 5 - Tee station
- Team 6 - Exit velocity
- 5:30pm Return to dorms
- 6:30pm Dinner
- 7:15pm Rules and Regulations
- 8:00pm Day campers pick-up (dorms)
- 9:00pm Back to rooms
- 10:00pm Lights out
Day 2 Sample Schedule
- 7:15am Roll call/Breakfast (Cafeteria)
- 8:45pm Head to baseball field
- 9:00am Dynamic stretch
- 9:15am Catch-play talk
- 9:25am Catch-play - Competition
- 9:40am Defensive talk
- "The Magic Three" - Field/Secure/Throw
- 9:50am Defensive stations (12 minute stations)
- Station 1- Infield
- Station 2 - Infield
- Station 3 - Agility
- Station 4 - Outfield
- Station 5 - Outfield
- Station 6 - Catching
- Station 7 - Pitching
- 11:25am Base-Running talk/Stations
- 11:30am Base-Running
- Station 1 - Hard 90's (Taking a turn/find the ball)
- Station 2 - Lead and Jumps 1B
- Station 3 - Leads and Jumps 2B (Tagging up/Quick Tag)
- Station 4 - Leads and Jumps 3B (Tagging up/Quick Tag)
- Station 5 - Ball in Dirt Reads 1B
- Station 6 - Ball in Dirt Reads 2B
- 12:00pm Lunch
- 1:30pm Offensive Talk - Proper Mechanics
- "The Magic Three" - Balance/Rhythm/Timing
- 1:40pm Offensive stations
- Station 1 - Soft toss
- Station 2 - Flips
- Station 3 - Tee work
- Station 4 - Bunting
- Station 5 - Wiffles
- Station 6 - BP
- Station 7 - Shag
- 3:00pm Day campers pick-up
- 3:15pm Team I vs. Team II
- Team III vs. Team IV
- Youth Teams - Lovick Field
- 5:00pm Head back to dorms
- 6:00pm Dinner
- 7:30pm Next Level Talk
- 9:30pm Lights Out
Day 3 Sample Schedule
- 7:15am Roll call/Breakfast
- 8:30am Head to Russ Carr Field
- 9:00am Dynamic Stretch
- 9:10am Catch-Play talk
- 9:15am Catch-Play - Competition
- 9:30am Defensive Talk
- 9:35am Defensive Stations (12 minute stations)
- Station I - Infield - "The Magic 3" - Field/Secure/Throw
- Station 2 - Infield
- Station 3 - Agility Work
- Station 4 - Outfield
- Station 5 - Outfield
- Station 6 - Catching
- Station 7 - Pitching
- 11:25am Base-Running Talk/ Stations
- 11:30am Base-Running
- Station 1 - Hard 90s - Taking a turn/Find the ball
- Station 2 - Leads and Jumps 1B
- Station 3 - Lead and Jumps 2B - Tagging Up/Quick Tag
- Station 4 - Leads and Jumps 3B - Tagging Up/Quick Tag
- Station 5 - Ball in the Dirt Reads 1B
- Station 6 - Ball in the Dirt Reads 2B
- 12:00pm Lunch
- 1:15pm Offensive Talk - Bunting/ Situational hitting
- 1:20pm Station 1 - Soft toss
- Station 2 - Flips
- Station 3 - Tee Work
- Station 4 - Bunting
- Station 5 - Wiffles
- Station 6 - BP
- Station 7 - Shag
- 3:00pm Day camper pick-up
- 3:00pm Team I vs. Team II
- Team III vs. Team IV
- 4:00pm Youth Teams (9-12) - Swimming Pool
- 5:15pm Head back to dorms
- 6:00pm Dinner
- 7:30pm Baseball Trivia
- 9:30pm Lights Out
Day 4 Sample Schedule
- 7:15am Brekafast
- 8:30am Head to Russ Carr Field
- 9:00am Dynamic Stretch
- 9:15am Catch-play
- 9:30am Defensive stations (4 stations)
- Offensive stations (4 stations)
- 10:30am Controlled Scrimmages
- Team I-IV - Russ Carr Field
- Team I-V (Youth) - Lovick Field
- 11:45am Closing Ceremonies at field
- 12:30pm Check-out
RUSSELL CARR FIELD
Nike Baseball Campers will train at the home to Westmont Baseball, Russell Carr Field. The award-winning, natural grass field sits atop a state-of-the-art drainage system. The new facility includes two large dugouts, two batting cages, two bull pens, a 35-foot batter’s eye, a scoreboard and foul poles. Russ Carr Field commands majestic views of the Santa Ynez Mountains and offers a peek at the Pacific Ocean.
Camp Reviews
Overall Average Rating Stars
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August 3, 2023: The college experience. My son staying in the dorms and now he knows what opportunities for his future will look like.
— Anonymous
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August 2, 2023: My son getting to talk to college baseball players and learning from experts in the field.
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August 2, 2023: My son [had an] elated attitude and positive experience [that he] shared after camp.
— Anonymous
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July 27, 2022: Being able to play competitive games at the end of the day with friends.
— Anonymous
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August 3, 2022: Josh enjoyed the free time activities, the food, and the scrimmages.
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Enjoyed participating
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Nike Baseball Camp Westmont College
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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.
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