Instruction will develop fundamentals and advanced skills, focusing on footwork, offensive and defensive skills, team play, 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: Camp schedules and details may be subject to change.
2027 SUMMER CAMP INFORMATION
- Dates: June 27-30, 2027 | July 18-21, 2027
- Age Group: 10-16 | Entering Grades 5 - 10, Fall 2027
- Gender: Boys
- Camp Types: Day | Overnight
- Schedule: Sunday-Wednesday; Wednesday we will be hosting a NIKE 7-on-7 tournament from 2:00-4:30 PM (parents invited); camp ends and pickup at 5:30 PM for everyone
- Meals: Overnight campers get all meals | Day campers receive: Sunday dinner, Mon-Tue lunch and dinner, Wednesday lunch
Day Camper Schedule:
- Check-In: Sunday 1:00-1:30 PM. Check out 5:30pm
- Schedule: Monday-Wednesday, 9:00am-5:30pm
- Meals: Sunday, dinner; Monday-Tuesday, lunch and dinner; Wednesday, Lunch
Overnight Camper Schedule:
- Check-In: Sunday, 12:00-1:00 PM
- Schedule: Sunday-Wednesday
- Check-Out: 5:30pm on Wednesday
- Overnight Campers: Housing on campus and all meals are provided.
HOUSING
- Dorm: TBD
- Campers Per Room: 3
- 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 or a sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase, and a towel.
- Air Conditioning: Yes
Please note: Housing information is subject to change
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Daily Football Instruction
- Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours
- Nike Football Camp T-Shirt and potentially other prizes!
POSITION TRAINING OVERVIEW
Quarterback Development: Quarterbacks work on throwing mechanics, footwork, balance, accuracy, and timing. Drills emphasize setting the feet, delivering the ball with control, and connecting with receivers on a variety of routes. As training progresses, quarterbacks practice recognizing coverage, working through passing options, and making decisions against a live defense.
Receiver, Tight End & Running Back Development: Players develop stance and starts, releases, route running, change of direction, and catching technique. Coaches emphasize creating separation, maintaining proper spacing, and timing routes with the quarterback. Tight ends work on finding space within coverage, while running backs practice receiving responsibilities out of the backfield.
Defensive Back & Linebacker Development: Defenders practice stance, backpedal, hip transitions, change of direction, and breaking on the football. Instruction introduces man-to-man and zone coverage responsibilities, route recognition, and communication. Players learn to maintain positioning, react to the quarterback and receivers, and challenge catches within the non-contact rules.
Non-Contact Football Fundamentals: Campers also work on blocking and tackling fundamentals through non-contact technique drills. Instruction focuses on stance, footwork, body positioning, balance, and controlled movement. Players rehearse the mechanics of blocking and tackling without contact, alongside other fundamental football skills.
TRAINING INTO COMPETITION
One-on-One & Small-Group Training: One-on-one drills give receivers opportunities to practice getting open while defenders work on coverage and reacting to the ball. Small-group passing periods combine multiple routes and defensive assignments, helping players understand spacing, timing, and how their individual responsibilities fit into each play. Coaches provide feedback between repetitions so campers can make adjustments.
Team Concepts & Football IQ: Campers learn how formations, route combinations, coverage, and communication influence a play. Offensive players practice lining up correctly, recognizing space, and executing assignments together. Defenders work on identifying formations, communicating responsibilities, and responding as a unit. Coaches reinforce decision-making, teamwork, and understanding why a play succeeds.
Applying Skills in Competitive Play: The training progression brings individual drills and small-group work together in 7v7 passing competition. Quarterbacks apply their reads and timing, receivers execute routes against coverage, and defenders practice positioning and communication in live situations. Coaches use these repetitions to reinforce fundamentals and help campers translate instruction into game experience.
Camp Tournament & Player Development: Campers participate in competitive activities and game situations throughout the week. On the final day, a camp tournament brings the experience together and gives athletes an opportunity to put their training into
action. The focus remains on skill execution, teamwork, sportsmanship, and learning from each possession as players demonstrate their progress and finish camp together.
Training Focus: Passing accuracy and timing • Route running and catching • Coverage and ball skills • Footwork and agility • Communication and teamwork • Football awareness and decision-making.
INSTRUCTION & FACILITY
Ratio: 1:10 staff to camper ratio
Contact Groupings: Campers grouped 5/6, 7/8 9/10
Facility: Outdoor Fields. Indoor facilities are available during inclement weather conditions
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.
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 Football 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 FOOTBALL CAMP FAQ
For general questions about our football camps please see our FAQ page.
This camp complies with the regulations of the MDPH and is licensed by the Local Board of Health.
