Nike Field Hockey Camp at the University of Mary Washington
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Athletes of all abilities are invited to join us this summer at our college field hockey camp in Fredericksburg! Campers will have the opportunity to receive elite level instruction from the Head Field Hockey Coach at the University of Mary Washington, Jamie Tierney-Harris, and her staff.
Our All Skills camp is designed for girls, ages 10-18, that are looking to take their field hockey skills to the next level through position skill work and live game play. Campers from Virginia and beyond are encourage to join this field hockey camp to compete with athletes with the same love for the sport and prepare you for your upcoming field hockey season!
Highlights Include
- Partner Camp and sanctioned to make referrals to the US Field Hockey Nexus program
- Overnight and Extended Day (Commuter) options available
- Spirit days and yoga
- Morning, afternoon and evening training sessions
- 10:1 Camper to Staff ratio
- 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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Director Jamie Tierney-Harris
Jamie Tierney-Harris is the Head Field Hockey Coach at the University of Mary Washington.
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Camp Coach Hannah Fisher
Hannah Fisher is the DI Assistant Coach at Davison College
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Camp Coach Miranda Rigg
Miranda Rigg is a former Women's National Team player and DI Assistant Coach at Longwood University.
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Additional Coaches Camp Staff
Our Camp Director will be assisted by a talented staff which may include their assistant coach(es), current and former collegiate players, and other college and club coaches.
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.
2023 OVERVIEW
- Dates: June 25-28
- Age Group: 10-18
- Gender: Girls
- Camp Types: Overnight, Extended Day (commuter)
- Check-in: 12:00pm-1:30pm on Sunday
- Check-out: Graduation takes place at 11:30am on Wednesday. Parents are invited to attend. Check out will take place immediately after.
- Extended Day Schedule: Sunday: 12:00pm-9:00pm, Monday-Tuesday: 9:00am-9:00pm, Wednesday: 9:00am-12:00pm
- Meals: All meals are provided for Overnight campers. Lunch and dinner are provided for all Extended Day (commuter) campers.
- 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 offered as well. Upon arrival, all participants are evaluated by the staff and placed into groups based on age and ability level.
Please note: Camp schedules and details may be subject to change.
2023 HOUSING
The information below is subject to change each year.
- Dorm: Arrington Hall
- Number of Campers Per Room: 2 per room
- Roommates: Rooms are assigned by age & roommate requests. Roommate requests must be mutual and 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!
- Bathrooms: Shared with suitemates
- Linens: Not provided. Bring linens or sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase and a towel. Beds are Twin XL
- Air Conditioning: YES.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Instruction: Morning, afternoon and evening training sessions
- Overnight campers: Dormitory housing on campus and all meals are provided.
- Extended Day campers: Lunch and dinner are provided.
- Supervision: Staff members reside in campers’ quarters and participate in all activities.
- Camp Gear: All campers receive a Nike Field Hockey package (reversible jersey, ball, lanyard) and other fun prizes.
- Evening Activities: Spirit days, and yoga
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, court and turf shoes (goalies must bring full goalie protective equipment)
- Inclement Weather Plan: We will use an indoor facility or will be learning strategy and technique in a classroom on campus.
- 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.
ALL CAMPERS (OVERNIGHT & COMMUTERS):
- 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**
- Snacks
- Small gym bag/backpack
- Packed lunch (if required for commuters)
- 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)
OVERNIGHT CAMPERS ONLY:
- Athletic clothing mentioned above (1-2 pairs/day)
- Comfortable off-court clothing (pants/shorts, shirts, sweatshirts, 1 pair/day)
- Undergarments (1-2 pair/day)
- Pajamas
- Bathrobe
- Flip flops
- Laundry bag
- Toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, bodywash, facewash, hairbrush, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, etc.)
- Personal items & medications
- Eye mask, ear plugs (optional)
- Washcloth and bath towel
- Alarm clock
- Fan (optional)
- Bed sheets (if linens not provided)
- Comforter or sleeping bag (if linens not provided)
- Pillow and pillowcase (if linens not provided)
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 DISCOUNT
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 check out. *Discount amount varies by program. Please call for details.
SCHOLARSHIPS
We cannot offer scholarships due to NCAA regulations. Our affiliation with NCAA coaches and schools puts us in a position where any scholarship money can be seen as an inducement to a future collegiate athlete. This puts our coaches and our host universities in jeopardy of damaging their status with the NCAA and incurring penalties at the hands of their organizing body.
Camps are open to any and all entrants, limited only by number, age, grade level and/or gender.
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Sample Daily Schedule
- 7:30am Wake-up call
- 8:00am Breakfast at The University Center
- 9:00am Roll Call and proceed to fields
- 9:15am Stretch and Warm-up game
- 9:30am Fundamental skills work session
- 11:30am Cool down, stretch, pick up equipment
- 11:45am Proceed to The University Center for lunch
- 2:15pm Roll Call and proceed to the fields
- 2:30pm Stretch and Warm-up game
- 3:00pm Small Games
- 4:30pm Cool down, stretch, pick up equipment
- 5:00pm Proceed to The University Center for dinner
- 6:15pm Roll Call and proceed to fields
- 6:30pm Games with coaching and officiating
- 8:15pm Cool down, stretch, pick up equipment
- 8:20pm Proceed to dorms
- 9:00pm Extended Day Campers depart. Evening activity for Overnight Campers.
- 10:30pm Room Check - all campers in room at this time
- 11:00pm Lights Out
The turf stadium at UMW hosts the Eagle field hockey and lacrosse teams. The two-year old artificial turf surface has already served as host to the 2012 NCAA field hockey tournament. The facility was also the host site for the 1993 NCAA field hockey national championship.
Camp Reviews
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So much fun!
July 29, 2019: Qin stated she gained a lot in skill development at camp.
— Steven K. Parent
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Had a great time
July 19, 2019: She enjoyed making new friends and improving skills.
— Tammy D. Parent
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She enjoyed every moment!
July 19, 2019: She loved the food, learning a new sport and gaining confidence to be prepared for HS tryouts in August.
— Debbie T. Parent
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Awesome camp all around!
July 18, 2019: She had so much fun and this camp really helped increase her skill. She was able to play with people her age and skill level. She really enjoyed skit night during camp!!
— Kathrina U. Parent
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Great camp
July 18, 2019: She had fun meeting new people and learning more skills
— Maria C. Parent
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Lots of fun!
July 18, 2019: She liked her country coaches and learned new things.
— Julie P. Parent
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Made new friends
July 18, 2019: She had fun with friends. There was great one on one goal keeping coaching.
— Jennifer L. Parent
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Great facility, coaches, and training!
July 18, 2019: This camp helped her to become more confident in herself as a player, after having just started the sport one year ago. Very supportive coaches and staff. Helped her to grow physically and emotionally. She liked being in a single dorm room.
— Jocelyn S. Parent
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Everyone was very encouraging
July 18, 2019: She enjoyed being able to work with experienced coaches that were very encouraging. She also enjoyed skit night and had a lot of fun preparing her skit with her team.
— Todd F. Parent
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Fun times!
July 18, 2019: I had a great time learning and making new friends.
— Rebekah B. Camper
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Great time and great coaching!
July 18, 2019: She had a great time but felt that it could have challenged her more. She wished that there were more competitive players. Other than that, she had fun.
— Teresa S. Parent
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She had fun at camp!
July 18, 2019: She loves just playing, and drilling, and playing field hockey. She care much for and just endures the social aspects.
— Lawrence C. Parent
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Awesome coaching staff!
July 18, 2019: Nora loved the coaches and her favorite part was the evening scrimmages.
— Beth D. Parent
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She is ready for fall season!
July 18, 2019: The camp helped teach and improve skills for the upcoming field hockey season.
— Jim T. Parent
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Super fun!
July 18, 2019: The best parts were the camper v coaches games at night and the morning skill sessions and meeting great new friends.
— Melody D. Parent
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Supportive Coaches
July 30, 2018: My child learned a lot of new skills to use for the upcoming field hockey season. Her coaches for both the color team (teal) and country team (Germany) were very supportive, upbeat and gave her good feedback on what she needed to work on.
— Michele P. Parent
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She wants to come back next year
July 26, 2018: My daughter's highlights included meeting new friends, increasing her passion for the sport, learning new skills and techniques, and nice staff who were good teachers. She wants to com back next year!
— Melissa H. Parent
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Loved the dorms
July 26, 2018: The encouragement she got from the coaches was outstanding. She also loved the dorm experience.
— Michael R. Parent
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super fun!
July 26, 2018: The facility was outstanding and room accommodations were great. Food at cafeteria was very good in general. She felt she received excellent instruction and learned many new skills. She described it in brief to me as “super fun.” A very positive first sleepaway camp experience. She looks forward to returning next year.
— Todd F. Parent
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Thank you!
July 26, 2018: We love everything about the camp. A huge Thank you to Lexi Dixson who supported us with a problem at the beginning of the camp. Another thank you to the head coach for making sure my girls were in the same room. This made a huge difference to my girls. Thank you! Have a wonderful season!!
— Nia M. Parent
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Always excited to be there!
July 30, 2017: Melissa was so happy and excited about this camp! She loved playing games against another team as they had not done this in school. Enjoyed the other campers, was always excited about being there, wished the camp had been longer and has already asked to return next year. Really improved her skills! Thank you so much!
— Cara C. Parent
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Amazing!
July 29, 2017: The highlight of my experience was playing in the night sessions. I highly enjoyed playing in team USA and our coach (Cori) was amazing.
— Laurie N. Parent
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Loved the tournament style games!
July 27, 2017: The biggest highlight was learning different drills and incorporating other fun activities that also helped build on skills. Additionally, she really enjoyed the tournament style games.
— Heather W. Parent
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Helpful!
July 27, 2017: She loved the whole experience for her second year. The coaches were a lot of fun and helpful.
— Charlie S. Parent
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Thank you!
July 27, 2017: When I picked her up and we made our way back to Richmond, Paige talked the whole way about her time at UMW. She loved the coaches and felt very encouraged by Jesse in particular. As a GK it is sometimes difficult to find a camp that really serves their needs, but I feel like you all did a great job in working specifically with them and their particular needs. Among other highlights, we heard all about the skits, freeze pops and the exciting championship shoot out, and I know she has a positive experience. Lastly, I thought it was a great idea to have the GK room together, as it gave them some bonding time with someone else that understands their position. I also think the camp was a good length - not too long, and not too short! Really and truly, thank you all for your organization, your hard work, and your support of the girls!
— Liz B. Parent
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Ecstatic we found this camp!
July 26, 2017: My daughter absolutely loved this camp! The coaches are so extremely generous and supportive of the campers. They managed to pick up my daughters name so quickly. Also, my daughter had been playing for less than a year, but with the feedback and training she received from the coaches she is so much more stronger and passionate about field hockey. I am beyond ecstatic that we found this camp, and we will definitely be coming back next year!
— Roza H. Parent
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Loved it!
July 26, 2017: Bryce had a great time and has already asked to go back next year.
— Lorrie M. Parent
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Coming back next year!
July 26, 2017: The camp was extremely fun and I learned a lot of skills. I really improved my defensive skills and am extremely glad that I came to this camp! I'm definitely coming back next year!
— Seirra M. Camper
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Improved so much!
July 26, 2017: It was definitely worth the money. My daughter's skills have improved so much and she will be coming back to this camp next summer for sure.
— Edward M. Parent
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Hard work paid off
July 30, 2016: It was so much fun! We were given lots of water breaks throughout each session. The food was great. The camp was very intense and you definitely had to work hard but it payed off because I could see improvement after just a few days!
— Isabel S. Camper
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Fun Drills
July 25, 2016: Really fun camp , the drills were very fun and helped me develop new skills this was my second time at this camp and I will be going next year too
— Naja M. Camper
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Favorite camp
July 19, 2015: Coach Lindsey Elliott and her staff were awesome. I've been to three team camps and I believe this one helped me the most to improve my field hockey skills. The combination of fundamentals, individual evaluations, strategies and team play helped me learn the most. This was the best value of cost to benefit of the camps I've attended.
— Chelsea M. Camper
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We will be back
July 20, 2015: The Nike Field Hockey Camp experience at the University of Mary Washington is one your daughter will never regret attending. Fantastic coaches, excellent instruction and an inclusive atmosphere located on a beautiful campus - what's not to like? We will be back again next summer.
— Juliann M. Parent
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Positive and fun
This camp had great interaction with the "campers"; friendly, inclusive atmosphere; excellent instruction; a very fun and positive experience.
— Parent '15
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Perfect for all levels
This camp really taught me everything I should know. It helped me review things i already knew. The coaches and staff were really nice. I enjoyed the camp a lot! I would definitely go to the University of Mary Washington camp again next year. If your child wants to learn how to play or already knows sign them up because this camp is perfect for all levels.
— Camper '14
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Learned valuable skills
You'll have a lot of fun from in your dorm, to out on the field, to the talent show at the end of camp. I learned some valuable skills that I can definitely use in the field hockey season!
— Camper '14
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Helped build new skills
Nike field hockey camp was very helpful in helping me build new skills and fixing things that I was doing wrong. I found the camp very fun, as well as informational.
— Camper '14
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Skills improved
I would go back to Mary Washington's Nike Field Hockey Camp because I noticed my skills improved and I understood the game of Field Hockey better than I did before.
— Camper '14
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Excellent Organization
The organization by the staff was excellent from the minute you arrived for check-in. I was really impressed how organized the entire camp was. I intend to send my granddaughter next year. The only other thing I will do differently is to have her stay overnight for the three days. Keep up the good work and keep hiring the exceptional coaches and staff.
— Camper '14
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Gives players confidence
My daughter is relatively new to the sport and the camp has given her a tremendous amount of confidence. She had a wonderful time and can't wait to go back next year.
— Parent '13
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So much fun
Nike camp is so much fun! The coaches work to make field hockey fun while still improving your play! Don't miss out!
— Camper '13
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Best camp
This was the BEST field hockey camp I ever went to. I didn't want to leave and I can't wait to go back!
— Camper '13
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All around good
The Unversity of Mary Washington Nike Field Hockey Camp is a wonderful camp for all levels. Location is good, housing and meals are good, playing field is good. They provide great coaches and instruction, and everyone appears to love the sport of field hockey. If looking for a safe, overnight camp with exellent instruction, this is a great choice. My daughter has been to this camp for 3 years in a row now, and just loves it.
— Parent
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Well balanced
The camp instruction was excellent and the schedule permited a strong balance of individual instruction with group instruction.
— Parent
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Loved the intensity
My daughter came home from camping looking for the next camp. She absolutely loved the intesity of the camp, Coach Woodie, and the interaction with her teammates. Nike must do everything well!
— Parent
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Great coaches
Organized, patient and thorough coaches. All the staff seemed to have a plan and executed things efficiently. I had a good time and learned alot. Thank You!
— Camper
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Very pleased
My daughter has an extremely high passion for this sport. She loves playing and learning to be a better player. This camp had wonderful coaches with much knowledge they have gained in national and international playing levels. We were very lucky to have the coaches we had this year. Very pleased with the entire program and we are looking forward to attending this same camp again next year.
— Parent
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Goalie program was amazing
I had a great time. The goalie program was amazing and I loved how you had each goalie play with a different team every game! It was great and helped us learn how to work differently with different teams.
— Camper
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Covered all Aspects
“The Nike field hockey camp does a good job of making sure that girls are instructed in all areas of game play and making sure that they play often enough to enforce new things that are taught.”
— Parent
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Excellent
“The level of instruction is excellent. I felt like I was challenged everyday.”
— Camper
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Great Instruction
“Instruction and drills are demonstrated very well, and described with the upmost clarity.”
— Camper
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Learned a Ton
“I loved camp! The coaches were great, and not only did we spend more time actually playing than others I have been to, I also learned a ton! I look forward to coming again.”
— Camper
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Looking Forward to Next Year
“We thought the overall camp was very organized and well run with the safety of the girls in mind. My daughter enjoyed the camp and is looking forward to next year where she thinks she will learn a lot more.”
— Parent
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Passionate coaches
The coaches were highly experienced field hockey players, who seemed very passionate about the sport. They helped with whatever questions I asked and told me the skills I needed to work on. The sessions were good lengths, not too long but gave you enough time to work on the skill. The food was wonderful and the dorms as well. Great experience, learned lots. I expect to be back next year!
— Camper
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Highly recommended
For two years in a row, my daughter has come home excited about what she learned and the fun she had! Highly recommend this camp!
— Parent
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Great first camp experience
This was my first field hockey camp and i didn't know what to expect. It offered a lot of learning opportunities about skills and what to expect at college level (college night). I really enjoyed this camp along with my team. This camp helped build my self esteem about my playing abilities and about myself as a person. The coaches were very informative and motivational. The overall atmosphere of the camp was comfortable and not stressed. Any camper should have fun if they really like field hockey.
— Camper
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Gained confidence
My daughter was fairly new to the sport with minimal experience but after attending the camp she gained more confidence and skills. I saw a great improvement. The camp motivated her to continue to work hard which resulted in her making the high school JV team.
— Parent
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Prepared me for high school
Nike FH Camp at UMW prepared me to compete and earn a spot on my HS JV team. I definitely feel my skills were greatly enhanced and gave me an edge over others.
— Camper
Nike Field Hockey Camp at the University of Mary Washington
Fredericksburg, Virginia 22401
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