Nike Youth Football Camp Wake Forest University
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The Wake Forest Youth Football Camp is for youngsters who aspire to not only be great football players, but great leaders. Wake Forest players and staff will work closely with campers daily. Instruction will focus on football fundamentals, the importance of teamwork, and good sportsmanship during this three and a half-day camp. Campers will have fun as they learn the basics of football and what it means to be a true Demon Deacon!
This Nike Youth Football Camp at Wake Forest University is a non-contact skill development camp focusing on offensive and defensive football positions. Campers will be grouped by age initially, and coaches will adjust groups by skill level if needed. REGISTER HERE!
Highlights Include
- Nike Sports Camp T-Shirt, 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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Instructors Wake Forest Staff and Players
Each day, a select group of Wake Forest players and staff will be on the field coaching and serving as a mentor and role model to your young athlete.
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Associate Athletic Director and Chief of Staff Jordan Jarry
Jordan Jarry is in his 11th season with the Wake Forest football program and his fourth as Associate Athletic Director and Chief of Staff. Prior to 2021, he spent four seasons as an Assistant Athletic Director for Football Operations after three seasons as Director of Football Operations at Wake Forest. He is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the football program as well as coordinating all team travel.
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Administrative Camp Director Chris Osgood
Chris Osgood has been promoted to Director of Football Operations ahead of the 2023 season and is in his second year in that role in 2024. Entering his eighth season as a member of the Wake Forest football staff, Osgood spent two years (2021-22) as the Deacs’ Assistant Director of Football Operations. Prior to 2021, Osgood spent four seasons as student assistant in operations. He graduated from Wake Forest in December 2020 with a bachelor's degree in economics with a minor in entrepreneurship.
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Assistant Director of Football Video/Operations Dylan Stevens
Dylan Stevens joined the Wake Forest football staff in 2017 as a football operations intern before being promoted to Assistant Director of Football Video/Operations in 2019. His duties include assisting with all football operations/video activities and producing all creative video needs for the Demon Deacons.
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Director of Player Development Wendell Dunn
Wendell Dunn, a former standout Demon Deacon defensive lineman, returned to the Wake Forest Football program as the first ever Director of Player Development in March 2021. He is set to enter his third year on the staff in 2023.
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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: July 15-18, 2024
- Age Group: K-8th Grade (Fall of 2024)
- Gender: Co-ed
- Camp Options: Half Day (K-2nd grade) | Full Day Camp (K-8th Grade)
- Half Day Camp Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 9:00am-12:00pm
- Day Camp Schedule: Monday-Wednesday 9:00am-3:00pm, Thursday 9:00am-12:00pm
- 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 Sports Camp T-Shirt, 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 facility. Indoor available during 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
This camp will 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.
Open to any and all entrants, limited only by number, age, grade level, and/or gender.
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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.