Nike Field Hockey Camp at Maples Crossing
Improve your game and have serious fun
at Nike Field Hockey Camps
Get ready for our field hockey camp in Amesbury, Massachusetts! This camp is made for athletes of all abilities! Train with Nike Camp Director Meagan Hildebrand and her dedicated coaching team.
Girls and boys will improve their techniques through different drills and live gameplay. Join our 2024 summer field hockey camp and get better with other athletes who share the same love for the game as you do!
Highlights Include
- Partner Camp of USA Field Hockey; sanctioned to make referrals to USAFH Futures program
- "Sticks for Starters" program available for kids just learning the sport
- Instruction from prominent college and high school coaches and collegiate athletes
- Morning and afternoon training sessions
- Special goalkeeping instruction
- All attendee receive a Nike Field Hockey Camps package (reversible jersey, ball, lanyard) and other fun prizes.
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Camp Coaches
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Co-Director Meagan Hildebrand
Meagan Hildebrand is the former varsity field hockey coach at Georgetown High School where she was named CAL Coach of the Year in 2020 and 2022.
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Camp Director Laura Galopim
Laura Galopim is the Head Field Hockey Coach at Lexington High School.
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staff Camp Staff
Our Camp Director will be assisted by a talented staff which may include their assistant coach(es).
Camp Details
SECURE YOUR SPOT!
You can expect high demand on these first-come-first-serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early.
2025 OVERVIEW
- Date: 2025 Camp Dates Coming Soon, Join Priority List!
- Age Group: 6-18
- Gender: Girls & Boys
- Programs: Sticks for Starters (ages 6-10) & All Skills (ages 10-18)
- Camp Types: Half Day Camp & Full Day Camp
- Lunch: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a sack lunch each day.
2024 CAMP OPTIONS
Please note: Camp schedules and details may be subject to change. Upon arrival, all participants are evaluated by the staff and placed into groups based on age and ability level.
STICKS FOR STARTERS (CANCELLED)
- Dates: July 8-10
- Gender/Ages: Girls & Boys, Ages 6-10
- Skill: Beginner
- Daily Hours: Monday-Wednesday, 9:00am-12:00pm
- Check-in: 8:30am on Monday
- Program: This Sticks for Starters program is designed for players who are just starting out or are new to the sport of field hockey. Campers can get a jump-start on their stick work, learn fundamental concepts, and build a solid foundation from highly skilled staff in a fun and encouraging environment.
ALL SKILLS CAMPS (CANCELLED)
- Dates: July 8-10
- Gender/Ages: Girls & Boys, Ages 10-18
- Skill: All skill levels
- Daily Hours: Monday-Wednesday, 9:00am-3:00pm
- Check-in: 8:30am on Monday
- Program: This All Skills program is geared towards players of all abilities. The camp program includes stick work instruction & skills, technical & tactical training, offensive & defensive skills, and positioning work. Goalie-specific training is available as well.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Instruction: Morning and afternoon training sessions
- Lunch: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a lunch each day.
- Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours.
- Camp Gear: All campers receive a Nike Field Hockey Camps package (reversible jersey, ball, lanyard) and other fun prizes.
INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY
- Ratio: 1:10 staff-to-camper ratio
- Groupings: Campers are grouped by ability, age, and experience.
- Equipment Needed: Hockey stick, water bottle, mouth guard, shin guards, turf shoes (goalies must bring full goalie protective equipment)
- Inclement Weather Plan: In the case of a cancelled day due to rain, Friday will be used as a make-up day.
- 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.
- Athletic, on-field clothing (t-shirts, shorts)
- Turf shoes or sneakers
- Reversible jersey
- Socks
- Hockey Stick(s)
- Mouth guard
- Shin guards
- Goggles (not required, but recommended)
- Court shoes for indoor play in case of rain
- Goalies must bring their own full protective equipment
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- Small gym bag/backpack
- Packed snacks
- Spending money
- COVID PPE (as required by state/local guidelines)
- Signed Health & 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 FIELD HOCKEY CAMP FAQ
For general questions about our field hockey camps please see our FAQ page.
TEAM/GROUP DISCOUNTS
If you have a group of eight or more 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.
Camps are open to any and all entrants, limited only by number, age, grade level and/or gender.
Parents have the right to review camp procedures on background checks, health care, discipline policies, and grievance procedures upon request.
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This camp must comply with the regulations of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and be licensed by the local board of health.
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SAMPLE SCHEDULE
- 9:00am Campers arrive
- 9:00am-12:00pm Training Session I
- 12:00pm Sticks for Starters Campers depart
- 12:00pm-1:00pm Lunch
- 1:00pm-3:00pm Training Session II
- 3:00pm Campers depart
Mapes Crossing is located in Amesbury, Massachusetts. Campers from the surrounding area are encouraged to compete at our field hockey camp.
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.
Camp Dates & Prices
New Camp Dates Coming Soon!
Please join the Priority List to be notified when this program opens for 2024 registrations.