Nike Football QB Skills Development Camp New Jersey
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Welcome to Nike Football QB Camp, where quarterbacks are born, and pure passers are made. The quarterback's job is simple: throw the ball on time, accurately, and to the open receiver. Our QB Session develops optimal mechanics to teach quarterbacks to be the most accurate passers in any offensive system, whether passing from the pocket or on the run. Each mechanic is taught, drilled, and choreographed to seamlessly show up on game day.
Offenses continue to adapt in this new era of football, and quarterbacks must also adapt to the demands of each offense. Quarterbacks must seize their opportunity to shine when their time comes, and we are here to help you.
All quarterbacks are welcome to this camp. Whether you are new to the game and want to build a solid foundation or a seasoned veteran looking for the winning edge, our expert coaches can and will diagnose any sub-optimal mechanic and install the remedy that will elevate your game.
Highlights Include
- Nike Football Camp T-Shirt, Cinch Sack, Wristband, Sticker, and potentially other prizes!
- Professional Instruction From Coaching Staff
- Grouping by Age and Ability
- Stationary Passing, Passing on the Run, and Drop Backs
- Daily Training to Develop Speed, Strength and Agility
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Camp Coaches
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Director Chris Dapolito
Chris Dapolito is the former Head Football Coach at Pace University and a former quarterback at Duke University. Over the past two decades, Chris has mentored hundreds of quarterbacks of all ages. He was mentored by Mario Verduzco and Terry Shea, both disciples of Bill Walsh. He currently sits on the Duke University Football Futures Initiative advisory board.
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Coach Aaron Brady
Coach Brady has developed some of the best quarterbacks in the country; Kevin Hogan (Stanford), Alex Hornibrook (Wisconsin/FSU), Connor Ennis (Washington State), Drew Gunther (Syracuse/Bowling Green), Nick Johns (UVA/Akron), Kevin Doyle (Michigan/Arizona), to name a few. As a head high school coach, he has earned 6 championships during his time at Bullis Prep, Gonzaga College, Malvern Prep, and St. Mary’s Ryken. His collegiate coaching stops include Clarion, Duke, and Georgetown.
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Coach Mike McMahon
A former Rutgers standout quarterback and NFL veteran. Mike has played at the highest levels for some of the greatest offensive minds in football; Andy Reid, Mike McDaniel, Steve Mariucci, Marty Mornhinweg, Marty Schottenheimer and Denny Green. He continues his journey of developing quarterbacks in the Pittsburgh area where he is originally from.
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Coach Justin Grandenetti
Justin Grandenetti most recently completed his 17th year coaching football, and currently serves as the Offensive Coordinator, Recruiting Coordinator, and Wide Receivers Coach at Jack Britt High School in Fayetteville, NC. The Long Island native has experience coaching at both the high school and collegiate level, with a previous stop at Pace University, where he assisted on the offensive side of the ball, before joining the Buccaneers.
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Coach Anthony Zambito
Anthony Zambito was a former high school assistant football coach and special education teacher. During his coaching tenure Anthony or “Z” as his friends know him, applied gambling theories (specific to poker and baccarat) he had studied to his coaching pedagogy and methods of preparation. He developed and executed a full data analytical system and breakdown of the offensive staff(s) he became a part of. He went on to be a keynote speaker at the Nike Coach of the Year Clinic.
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Camp Details
Instruction will develop fundamentals at the quarterback position.
Please note: The following information may be subject to change
2024 CAMP INFORMATION
- Dates: July 15-18, 2024
- Age Group: 12-18
- 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 Football Instruction
- Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours
- Nike Football Camp T-Shirt, Cinch Sack, Wristband, Sticker, and potentially other prizes!
INSTRUCTION & FACILITY
Ratio: 1:10 staff to camper ratio
Groupings: Campers are initially grouped by age and moved around accordingly based on skill level.
Facility: Outdoor Fields. Indoor facilities are available during inclement weather conditions.
Instruction will focus on the following -
- The 5 phases of passing stationary (from the pocket): Stance, Initiation of Motion, Acceleration, Release & Control, and Follow Through.
- Passing on the run: On the Run Direct, On the Run Inside Right, On the Run Inside Left, On the Run Hot
- Drop backs (Under center & gun): 3 Step and 5 Step
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.
This camp is NON-CONTACT
Small gym bag/backpack
Athletic clothing: t-shirt, shorts
Warm-up jacket
Cleats (NO metal-tip cleats) & sneakers
Gloves
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 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 group of 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.
COMPANY POLICIES
For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.
NIKE FOOTBALL CAMP FAQ
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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.