Nike Football Skills Development Camp Concordia College Moorhead
Improve your game and have serious fun
at Nike Football Skills Camps
Learn how to play the game the right way at our Nike Football Skills Development Camp! Nike Football Camps will provide campers with some of the best training in the area and ensure your camper has a blast developing their football skills. Director Derek Bakken and the Concordia College Moorhead coaching staff will teach fundamental football skills, proper football techniques and the importance of self-discipline and teamwork in a fun and safe environment. Campers will work on speed, agility, strength and position-specific skills that help them reach their full potential.
Highlights Include
- Nike Football Camp T-Shirt, Cinch Sack, Wristband, Sticker, and potentially other prizes!
- Professional Instruction from Coaching Staff
- 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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Director Derek Bakken
Derek Bakken joined Cobber Football in the Spring of 2022 to coach the Defensive Line. While at Concordia College the last 2 seasons (2022/2023), Bakken has mentored 3 First time (5 Total) 1st Team All MIAC Football Selections. (Chase Dockter Fall 2022 & 2023, Collin Thompson Fall 2022 & 2023, Preston Johnson Fall 2022)
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Head Coach Rick Courtright
Rick Courtright was hired as an assistant coach for the Cobbers in the summer of 2022. He brings a terrific resume to the position that includes stops in the NFL, and NCAA Division I as well as his current position as Defensive Line Coach with the Pittsburgh Maulers in the USFL.
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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: The following information may be subject to change.
2024 CAMP INFORMATION
- Dates: June 3-6, 2024
- Age Group: 8-14
- Camp Type: Day Camp
- Schedule: Monday-Thursday | 9:00am-3:00pm
- Check-In: Begins 30 minutes prior to camp start time
- Lunch: Lunch will not be 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
- Offensive Skills: Specific Position Skill Work, Hand-Eye Coordination, Ball Handling and Position, Passing Drills, Catching Drills, Proper Grip and Throwing, Running Routes
- Defensive Skills: Specific Position Skill Work, Explanation of Defenses (Zone/Man-to-Man), Footwork, Gameplay and Competitions
Ratio: 1:10 staff to camper ratio
Groupings: Campers are initially grouped by age and moved around accordingly based on skill level.
Facility: Outdoor Grass Fields + Indoor Facilities (Concordia College Olson Forum) will be available for inclement weather
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
For general questions about our football camps please see our FAQ page.
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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.