Nike Contact Football Camp University of New Haven - UPPERS ONLY
- Day
- Overnight
- Male
- Summer
Camp Dates & Prices
Save Your spot with a deposit! Flexible cancellation options available.
Jun. 29 - Jul. 2, 2025
Jul. 6 - Jul. 9, 2025

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Nike Football Skills Camps
Summer football camps at the University of New Haven are designed to offer athletes an elite training experience. Whether you're a first-time camper or a seasoned player, our football camps focus on performance, skill development, and fun, giving young athletes a leg up as they head into the next season.
Our camps are perfect for athletes eager to elevate their offensive or defensive skills. Each day begins with a dynamic stretching and warm-up session, ensuring players are ready for the day's drills. Participants will work on position-specific techniques to improve their agility and ball-handling-key elements to excelling in football. Our 1-on-1 drills and 7-on-7 competitions give campers the chance to put everything they’ve learned into action, with real-time feedback to fine-tune their approach.
Highlights Include
- Contact - Nike Football Camp T-Shirt, Reversible Pinnie, Cinch Sack, Wristband, Sticker, and potentially other prizes!
- Professional Instruction by Experienced Football Coaches
- Contact Football
- Daily Training to Develop Speed, Strength and Agility
- Players Grouped by Age and Ability
- Discussions on Proper Technique and Concussion Safety
- Low Camper to Coach Ratios
- Excellent Training Facilities
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director ROBERT BEST
Rob Best is the Co-Director of CT Pride Sports Inc. and a coach who thrives on pushing athletes to be their best—whether it’s their first time on the field or they’re chasing college dreams.
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Camp Details
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.
Nike Contact Football Camp University of New Haven- Uppers Only
- Dates: June 29-July 2, 2025 | July 6-9, 2025
- Age Group: 10-16 | Entering Grades 4 - 10 Fall 2025
- Gender: Boys
- Camp Types: Day | Extended Day | Overnight
- Schedule: Sunday-Wednesday
- Check-In: Sunday 1:00pm. Check out 6:30pm
- Schedule: Monday-Tuesday, 9:00am-5:30pm. Wednesday, 9am-12:30pm
- Meals: Sunday, dinner; Monday-Tuesday, lunch and dinner; Wednesday, Lunch
Extended Day Camper Schedule:
- Check-In: Sunday 1:00pm. Check out 6:30pm
- Schedule: Monday-Tuesday, 9:00am-7:00pm. Wednesday, 9am-12:30pm
- Meals: Sunday, dinner; Monday-Tuesday, lunch and dinner; Wednesday, lunch
- Check-In: 12:00pm-1:00pm on Sunday at Bergami Hall
- Schedule: Sunday-Wednesday
- Check-Out: 12:30pm-1:00pm on Wednesday
- Overnight Campers: Housing on campus and all meals are provided.
Campers must bring own equipment i.e Helmet, Shoulder Pads, Mouth Guard, Cleats. No Football Pants Needed.
HOUSING (TBD)
- Dorm: Bergami Hall
- 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
- Multiple lounges in dorms on each floor and then a main lounge on the first floor with pool table and TVs.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Daily Football Instruction
- Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours
- Contact - Nike Football Camp T-Shirt, Reversible Pinnie, Cinch Sack, Wristband, Sticker, and potentially other prizes!
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.
Small gym bag/backpack
Athletic clothing: t-shirt, shorts
Warm-up jacket
Cleats (NO metal-tip cleats) & sneakers
Sunscreen
Water bottle
Packed lunch and snacks
UPPERS ONLY: Campers must bring own equipment i.e Helmet, Shoulder Pads, Mouth Guard, Cleats. No Football Pants Needed
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.
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Day 1
- 1:00 PM Check In Day
- Camp Shirts Distribution
- Dorm Rooms
- 2:00 PM Training Session
- 9:00 PM Lights Out
Day 2
- 8:00 AM Wake-Up
- Breakfast
- 9:00 AM Weightroom-HS
- 10:00 AM Weightroom- Middle School
- 11:00 AM Weightroom-Elementary
- 12:00 PM Lunch
- 2:00 PM Speed & Agility
- Position Drills
- 1v1's
- 5:00 PM Dinner
- Activity
- 9:00 PM Light's Out
Day 3
- 8:00 AM Wake-Up
- Breakfast
- 9:00 AM Weightroom-HS
- 10:00 AM Weightroom- Middle School
- 11:00 AM Weightroom-Elementary
- 12:00 PM Lunch
- Speed & Agility
- Position Drills
- 1 v 1’s
- 7v7
- 5:00 PM Dinner
- Activities
- 9:00 PM Lights Out
Day 4
- Wake Up
- Breakfast
- Graduation ( Gifts / Trophies)
Ralph F. DellaCamera Stadium
Newly renovated with state-of-the-art blue and gold Sprinturf, Ralph F. DellaCamera Stadium hosted its’ first football game on Saturday, September 19, 2009. Sporting a large Charger logo in the center, the renovation was made possible by a gift from alumnus Ralph F. DellaCamera Jr., managing member and CIO of DellaCamera Capital Management LLC in Manhattan and a member of the university’s board of governors.