Nike Cross Country Camp at Boise State University
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Camp Dates & Prices
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Jun. 15 - Jun. 19, 2025
2025 DATES & PRICES NOW AVAILABLE!
The Nike Cross Country Camp at Boise State University combines top notch distance running instruction with an incredible summer experience. Next Athletes, operator of the Nike Sports Camps at BSU, provides a perfect opportunity for campers to learn from amazing distance running coaches in a beautiful campus environment. The camp staff is comprised of dedicated college coaches, high school coaches, and collegiate athletes who are committed to helping campers improve their results and create memories that last a lifetime. The camp is open to boys and girls, ages 10-17.
Highlights Include
- Top tier collegiate coaches, high school coaches, and student athletes
- Daily morning and afternoon training sessions
- Low camper to staff ratio
- Sports psychology sessions and college recruitment education
- Every camper receives a Nike Cross Country Camp t-shirt
- Every camper is eligible to receive merit-based prizes during camp
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director Westy McQueen
Westy McQueen is the owner and camp director for Next Athletes, operator of Nike Sports Camps. Westy has over 10 years of experience operating youth programs and has designed the Next Athletes programs with the purpose of providing a truly memorable, athletic development experience for each child.
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Head Track & Field/Cross Country Coach, Mt. San Antonio College Daniel Ozan
Daniel Ozan (Coach O) is the head cross country coach at Mt. SAC and serves as a support staff member for Next Athletes and Nike Cross Country Camps.
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Cross Country Director Kyle Will
Kyle Will is the director of Bushnell University Track & Field. Coach Will serves as track & field director for Next Athletes and the Nike Track & Field Camps at Westminster University and Boise State University.
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Assistant Track & Field Coach, Cal Poly Brandon Lawrence
Brandon Lawrence is the assistant cross country and track & field coach at Cal Poly and serves as cross country director for Next Athletes and Nike XC Camps.
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Lead Assistant Track & Field Coach, Biola University Justin Johnson
Justin Johnson is the the Lead Assistant Track & Field Coach at Biola University and serves as a support staff member for Next Athletes and Nike Running Camps.
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Certified Athletic Trainer Lindsey Lunt
Lindsey is a Licensed and Certified Athletic Trainer and provides on-site support for Next Athletes and the Nike Sports Camps.
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Certified Athletic Trainer Kulsum Baig
Kulsum Baig is a certified athletic trainer and handles all athletic training needs for Next Athletes’ Nike Sports Camps. With a Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training from San Diego State University and a Graduate Certificate in Musculoskeletal Injury Management from the University of Kentucky, Kulsum has worked with athletes at the high school, collegiate, and clinical levels.
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Camp Details
2025 OVERVIEW
- Dates: June 15-19, 2025 (Sun-Thurs)
- Age Group: 10-17
- Gender: Co-ed
- Camp Type: Overnight, Day
- Meals:
- Overnight Campers: receive all meals on campus
- Day Campers: Meals are NOT provided. Please bring a packed lunch OR cash.
CAMP SCHEDULE
- First Day Check-In: Please use the linked campus map if you have any questions.
- Overnight Campers: 11:30am-12:00pm at the Caven-Williams Sports Complex
- Day Campers: 12:00-12:30pm for day campers at the Caven-Williams Sports Complex
- Orientation (All Campers): 12:30-12:45pm
- Last Day Check-Out: Following the closing ceremony at 12:30pm on Thursday at the Caven-Williams Sports Complex
- Apparel: All campers should arrive at check-in dressed in their athletic apparel and ready to train.
- Note: Following camp check-in, all overnight campers will have an opportunity to move into their room in the residence hall briefly but please come dressed in your athletic apparel for camp.
All Campers should arrive at camp, prepared to run on the 1st day of camp.
CAMP INFO:
The information below is based on previous years and is subject to change each year.
Please note: Camp is closed to spectators during daytime hours. Parents are highly encouraged to attend the orientation on the first day and closing ceremony on the final day!
SUMMER OVERNIGHT CAMP
The overnight program includes instruction, fun games and competitions for prizes, overnight accommodation, all meals, fun evening activities, and more. The camp staff resides in the dormitories in adjacent rooms to the campers and provides supervision throughout the camp. The camp utilizes Ann Morrison Park as its training facility.
- Check-in: On the first day of camp, check-in will be between 11:30am-12:00pm
- Check-in Location: The Caven-Williams Sports Complex.
- After overnight campers check in, parents and campers will receive their room and access cards and store their luggage in their assigned room.
- Campers should arrive at check-in dressed in their athletic apparel and ready to train.
- Check out: Following the closing ceremony at 12:30pm at the Caven-Williams Sports Complex
- Meals: Day 1: Dinner | Days 2-4: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Day 5: Breakfast
- Room Key Deposit: Please bring a $115 check made out to “Next Athletes, LLC”
- Closing Ceremony: The closing ceremony will take place at the Caven-Williams Sports Complex. Parents are invited to attend! Campers and parents will depart following the closing ceremony.
SUMMER DAY CAMP (9:00AM – 4:00PM)
The Nike Cross Country Camp at Boise State also offers a day camp program for campers who do not wish to stay overnight. This option includes instruction and daytime activities only. The schedule is modified on the first and last days of camp.
- Day Camper Drop-Off (Sunday): 12:00-12:30am at the Caven-Williams Sports Complex – see “Summer Camp Info” section for full details about Orientation
- Day Camper Drop-Off (Mon-Thurs): 8:45-9:00am at the DeChevrieux Field
- Day Camper Pick-Up (Sun-Wed): 4:00pm at the Caven-Williams Sports Complex
- Day Camper Pick-Up/Closing Ceremony Location (Thurs): 12:30pm at the Caven-Williams Sports Complex
- Parking: Parents can use the West Stadium Parking Lot for all drop-offs and pick-ups. Parking is free.
SUMMER DAY CAMP HOURS & MEALS
- Sunday: 12:00-4:00pm. Meals are not provided.
- Monday-Wednesday: 9:00am-4:00pm. Meals are not provided. Day campers must pack a lunch.
- Thursday: 9:00am-12:30pm. Check-out is following the 12:30pm closing ceremony. Meals are not provided.
- Closing Ceremony: Will take place at the Caven-Williams Sports Complex. Parents are invited to attend! Campers and parents will depart following the closing ceremony.
- Meals: Day campers are required to bring their own lunch daily.
PARENT/CAMPER SEMINARS
Both campers and parents are invited to join us from 7:30-8:30pm each night, the location is to be determined for evening seminars. Seminar topics will include college recruiting, expectations of a collegiate athlete, how to choose the right school, and important sports psychology topics. We also offer opportunities for Q&A with each panel of coaches.
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!
HOUSING
- Dorm: Chaffee Hall
- Campers Per Room: 2
- Roommates: Rooms are assigned by age & roommate requests. Roommate requests must be mutual. 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!
- Bathrooms: Shared
- Linens: Not included. Bring linens (Twin XL) or a sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase, and a towel.
- Air Conditioning: None. Campers are in their dorms for very limited hours during the daytime and nightly temperatures are typically mild. However, campers are welcome to bring a small fan.
- Key Deposit: $75 (check made out to "Next Athletes, LLC)
Staff members reside in campers’ quarters and participate in all activities.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEES:
- Instruction: Daytime training sessions
- Overnight campers: Dormitory housing on campus, evening activities and all meals
- Day campers: Instruction and daytime activities only. Lunch is not included
- Supervision: Staff members reside in adjacent rooms to the overnight campers and participate in all activities
- Camp T-shirt & Prizes: Campers at multi-day camps will receive a Nike Running Camp t-shirt and prizes
INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY
- Ratio: 1:10
- Grouped by: age, ability, and experience
- Equipment needed: Please bring your own running apparel, running shoes/event spikes, and hat/sunglasses. Please be sure to properly mark your equipment, so that it can be easily identified.
- Facility: Boise State University Campus, Ann Morrison Park, Julia Davis Park
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.
DAY CAMPERS:
- Running or athletic shoes
- A new notepad or journal
- extra athletic clothing
- 1-2 pairs of broken in running shoes/event spikes
- non-running shoes
- Packed lunch/snacks
- water bottle
- sunblock
- small gym bag/backpack
- extra spending money ($50)
- and any other appropriate clothing for that day’s activities which will be described to you on the first day of camp
OVERNIGHT CAMPERS ONLY:
- Weather-appropriate clothing for 4 nights/5 days
- Running or athletic shoes
- 1-2 pairs of broken in running shoes/event spikes
- Non-running shoes
- Water bottle
- Sunblock
- Small gym bag/backpack
- Pajamas/Sleepwear
- Backpack
- Swimsuit and easily identifiable towel
- Flip flops
- Toiletries
- Bath towel
- Hat or Visor
- Sunglasses
- A new notepad or journal
- Pen and paper for guest speaker notes
- Spending Money ($50-100)
- Linens (twin sheets & blankets or sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase)
- 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 to/from camp. 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. If there is a need for additional facilities, we may conduct camp nearby at an off-campus location. In this case, overnight campers will be bussed to this location and day campers will be dropped off and picked up at the destination. Parents will be given notice if this is the case.
**All information on this page is subject to change. We will communicate any changes via email.
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.
CAMP TUITION PAYMENTS
Full payment of camp fees must be completed by the first day of the month before camp. For example:
- June Camps: final payment is due on May 1
- July Camps: final payment is due on June 1
- August Camps: final payment is due on July 1
Any camper with an unpaid balance 10 days before the start of their camp will forfeit all camp fees paid to date and be removed from the camp.
Your confirmation email shows your balance due and balance due date. Final payments can be made through the US Sports Camps Customer Portal or by phone at 1-800-645-3226.
COMPANY POLICIES
For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.
NIKE CROSS COUNTRY CAMP FAQ
For general questions about our Cross Country camps please see our FAQ page.
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Sample Daily Schedule
- 7:00 AM Wake up
- 7:30 AM Breakfast
- 8:45 AM Day Camper check-in
- 9:00 AM Warm-up/Activation Drills
- 9:30 AM Morning Session (track workout/run)
- 10:30 AM Stretch/post workout nutrition
- 11:00 AM Guest Speaker
- 12:00 PM Lunch
- 1:00 PM Free Time
- 1:30 PM Strength/Core
- 2:00 PM Afternoon Session (Cross Train/Run)
- 3:00 PM Wrap-Up Break Out
- 4:00 PM Day Camper Check-out, Overnight Camper free time
- 5:00 PM Dinner/Free Time
- 7:00 PM Team Building Activity
- 9:00 PM Bed Check
- 10:00 PM Lights Out
Boise State University and the surrounding parks are the perfect location for runners to improve their endurance and have fun!
Camp Questions & Answers
Does the Health & Release Form need to be signed by a doctor?
Our Health & Release Form does not require a doctor’s signature. This online form is required to be filled out accurately, signed by the parent (guardian), and completed before your first day of camp.
Can I come to camp alone or do I have to be a member of a team?
We welcome individual campers and teams. If you come to camp by yourself, we place you in a dorm room with another single camper, similar in age. It's a great place to meet new friends who share your enthusiasm for the sport and to have FUN!
Are the campers supervised throughout the camp?
Yes, campers are supervised by the coaches and staff. Staff members reside in the same dorms as the campers and provide supervision during instruction, dining times, evening activities, and in the dorm.
All staff members complete criminal and sex offender background checks before working the camp.