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.
Please note: The following information may be subject to change.
2026 SUMMER CAMP INFORMATION
- Dates: August 3-6, 2026
- Age Group: 8-13
- Camp Type: Day Camp
- Schedule: Monday-Thursday | 9:00am-2:00pm
- Check-In: Begins 30 minutes prior to the camp start time.
- Meals: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a snack/lunch to camp each day.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Daily Baseball Instruction
- Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours
- Nike Baseball Camp T-Shirt and potentially other prizes!
INSTRUCTION & FACILITY
Ratio: 1:10 staff to camper ratio
Groupings: Campers are grouped by ability, age, and experience, per the Director's discretion.
Facility: Outdoor Fields
Instruction will focus on the following -
- Hitting: Proper Mechanics (Positional Hitting- Foundations), Tee drills - Daily Work, Offensive approach, Bunting- Situational Awareness, BP objectives (Hard Middle Approach), Training methods (different bats, balls, front toss drills / Timing dills)
- Fielding: Ground Ball Mechanics (1 Shuffle / 2 Shuffle Approach), Proper glove angles (Forehand vs Backhand), Fly Ball Mechanics, Team Defense: Pop up priority/communication, Cutoffs/relays, Rundowns, Situational defense
- Pitching: Pitching fundamentals (Positional Pitching Review), Stretch vs windup (Balance & Rhythm), Active catch play- Pitching to spots, Arm Care Routine (Band Routine), Situational Pitching Reminders: Holding runners, mental approach/setting up hitters
- Baserunning: Fundamentals- 1st, 2nd, 3rd Situational Cues & Responsibilities, Reads on baseballs in play (Secondary Review), Home to first, Rounding Bases & Turns, Technique Development: Sprint Starts
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. Please note that US Sports Camps does NOT provide equipment and 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
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 team or group of 5 or more campers registering for the same camp, each camper may be eligible for a discount. To receive the group discount, please have someone email US Sports Camps at [email protected] with the following information: Camp name, list of camper names, and the number of campers. We will respond with a unique discount code for everyone in the group to use during online registration. *Note: Discount amounts vary by program, so please reach out for more 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.
Director's Note to Campers
"This camp is a great opportunity for young players to learn from high-level college coaches and DI student-athletes. We focus on developing skills in a competitive but fun environment. I love seeing the progress that our campers make in just one week. Our facilities combined with our staff will ensure that all of our campers maximize their experience. #ExpectMore!"
Camps are open to any and all entrants, limited only by number, age, grade level and/or gender.
SAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE (SUBJECT TO CHANGE)
8:45am
Day Campers Arrive
9:00am
Stretching, Warm Up, Throw
9:30am
Defensive Skills
10:15am
Offensive Skills
11:00am
Games
12:00pm
Lunch - (Please bring your own each day)
12:30pm
Defensive Skills
1:00pm
Offensive Skills
1:30pm
Games
2:00pm
Campers Depart
University of Hartford's Fiondella Field
The University of Hartford baseball program plays on the brand new on campus Fiondella Field. The Nike Baseball Campers will also get to train on this state of the art field. The field is located adjacent to Al-Marzook field (soccer and lacrosse) in the new outdoor athletic complex. The field is the first on campus since the 1985 season. The newly re-constructed field opened on March 29, 2006. The facility includes in-ground dugouts, batting cages, two bullpens and a state-of-the-art scoreboard. The outdoor athletics complex also features an all-purpose building, which houses restrooms and a concession stand.
