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Camp Overview

IMPROVE YOUR GAME AND HAVE SERIOUS FUN AT NIKE FOOTBALL CAMPS

Nike Contact Football Camps is excited to return to Cal Poly San Luis Obispo in 2026! Register today and enjoy elite-level training while making memories to last a lifetime. The camp offers a unique opportunity to train under the direction of dedicated coaches and current and former collegiate athletes who serve as counselors. The camp is open to athletes ages 13-17.

Overnight Camp

Our overnight camp at Cal Poly offers an immersive, on-campus experience where campers reside in the dormitories in adjacent rooms to the camp staff while training during the daytime hours. The tuition includes all training, housing, meals, fun evening activities, as well as college recruiting seminars on Tuesday evening (parents are encouraged to attend the seminars!).

Day Camp (9:00am – 4:00pm)

Nike Contact Football Camps also offers a summer day camp program for athletes who do not wish to stay overnight. This program runs 9:00am-4:00pm each day and includes daytime training only. Campers can bring their own lunch or purchase on campus.

Nike Sports Camp Experience

At Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, Nike Sports Camps offers a unique experience with many sports (Cross Country, Football, Softball, Soccer, Swim, Tennis, and Track & Field) operating simultaneously. During the day, the athletes receive sport-specific coaching within their sport focus. In the evening, overnight campers across all sports come together for a special camp-wide experience which includes fun field games, educational seminars, and more.

The Nike Football Camp at Cal Poly SLO is open to any and all entrants and limited only by number, age and gender. Athletic facilities and coaches are subject to change. The camp is not owned, sponsored, controlled or endorsed by Cal Poly SLO.

Highlights Include

  • Instruction from passionate coaches and current and former student athletes
  • Low camper to coach ratio
  • Morning and afternoon training sessions each day
  • Fun field games and other evening activities (overnight program only)
  • Panel-style evening seminars covering important topics within collegiate athletics
  • All campers receive a Nike Camp T-shirt and have an opportunity to win prizes (based on merit)

Camp Coaches

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    Jericho Silvernail

    Assistant Football Coach, Long Beach City College

    Coach Silvernail is the special teams coordinator and tight ends coach for Long Beach City College Football and serves as football director for Next Athletes and Nike Football Camps.

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    Jericho Silvernail

    Assistant Football Coach, Long Beach City College

    Coach Jericho Silvernail is entering his 4th season at Long Beach City College. Prior to coaching for the Vikings, coach Silvernail was the varsity line coach, special teams coordinator, and lower-level defensive coordinator for Cerritos High School in 2017. In 2015 Coach Silvernail served as the Varsity Offensive line coach and JV head coach for Peninsula High School in Rolling Hills Estates. He had the opportunity to coach in the 2014 Orange County Lions All-Star game with the Huntington Beach High School staff as a Defensive line assistant. Coach Silvernail started his coaching career as the freshman Offensive Coordinator and Assistant Head Coach for Santiago High School of Garden Grove in 2013. Coach Silvernail is a current member of the American Football Coaches Association and has spoken at coaching clinics in Southern California. Coach Silvernail and his wife Marchetta, are the proud parents of a beautiful daughter named Ada (2).

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    John Austin

    Defensive Backs Coach, Cal Lutheran

    John Austin is the defensive backs coach for California Lutheran University and serves as a support staff member for Next Athletes and Nike Football Camps.

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    Lou Davis

    Lead Coach

    Lou Davis is the wide receivers coach for East Los Angeles College and serves as a lead coach for Next Athletes’ Nike Football Camps.

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    Lou Davis

    Lead Coach

    Born and raised in College Park, Georgia, Coach Davis built his football foundation at Westlake High School in Atlanta, where he was a four-year letterman and two-year starter at cornerback, graduating in 2006. He went on to walk on at Fort Valley State University as a freshman before closing out his playing career the following year. In 2017, Davis began his career in sports performance training, working to develop athletes both on and off the field. His coaching journey started at Bernstein High School in Hollywood, CA, in 2018 as the Wide Receivers/Defensive Backs Coach. By 2020, he was promoted to Defensive Coordinator, where he helped elevate the program’s competitiveness. In 2023, Davis joined East Los Angeles College as the Wide Receivers Coach, bringing his passion for player development, technical skill building, and mentorship to the Huskies program.

  • Kayla Neff

    Kayla Neff

    Site Director

    Kayla Neff serves as site director for Next Athletes (operators of Nike Sports Camps) and is currently an assistant coach for Biola University Softball. Kayla is the main point of contact for parents across all sports at camp.

    Kayla Neff

    Kayla Neff

    Site Director

    Kayla Neff is entering her fourth year as the assistant coach for Biola University Softball where she was a standout athlete. During her time at Biola, Kayla helped Biola Softball reach the NCAA Division II National Championship and was named to the NCAA Division II All-Tournament Team. Kayla was also acknowledged for the awards below:

    • Earned All-Pacific West First Team recognition
    • Nominated by Biola University for the NCAA Woman of the Year Award
    • Earned Biola's prestigious Dr. Dave Holmquist Career Achievement Award
    • Named CoSIDA Academic All-District
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    Payton Brown

    Assistant Site Director

    Payton Brown serves as an assistant site director for Next Athletes and Nike Sports Camps. Payton is currently a Division II baseball coach at Adams State University and is currently pursuing his Masters of Business Administration. Payton supports all sports and serves as an additional contact for camp families.

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    Payton Brown

    Assistant Site Director

    Payton Brown formerly pitched for Adams State Baseball and is now an assistant coach for the program. Payton also earned the academic honors below as an athlete:

    • RMAC All-Academic Honor Roll 2024
    • RMAC All-Academic Honor Roll 2023
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    Westy McQueen

    Camp Administrator

    Westy McQueen is the owner and camp director for Next Athletes, operator of the Nike Sports Camps at Boise State University and Westminster University. Westy has over 10 years of experience operating youth programs and has designed the Next Athletes programs with the purpose of providing a truly memorable, sport development experience for each child. Westy is a Positive Coaching Alliance certified coach, Level II U.S. Kids Golf Certified Coach, and specializes in a variety of sports including tennis, volleyball, soccer, golf, and football.

Camp Details

The information below is based on previous years and is subject to change each year.

CAMP INFORMATION:

  • Last Day Check-Out: 4:00pm on Thursday at Cal Poly Track & Field Complex
  • Meals: Meals are provided for overnight campers only. Day campers are required to bring their own lunch each day.
  • Apparel: All campers should arrive at check-in dressed in their athletic apparel and ready to train.

OVERNIGHT CAMP

The overnight program includes instruction, fun games and competitions for prizes, overnight accommodation, all meals, fun evening activities, and more. The camp staff resides in the dormitories in adjacent rooms to the campers and provides supervision throughout the camp.

  • Check-in: On the first day of camp, check-in will be between 7:30-8:00am.
  • Check-in Location: Cal Poly Track & Field Complex
  • Check out: On the last day of camp, check-out is at 4:00pm at Cal Poly Track & Field Complex
  • Meals: Day 1: Lunch, Dinner | Days 2-3: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Day 4: Breakfast, Lunch

Housing Information: The information below is based on previous years and is subject to change.

  • Dorm: Tenaya Hall (Tentative)
  • Roommates: Rooms are assigned by age & roommate requests. Roommate requests must be mutual. 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!
  • Bathrooms: Shared
  • Linens: Not included. Bring linens (Twin XL) or a sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase, and a towel.
  • Air Conditioning: TBD
  • Room Key Deposit: $100

DAY CAMP (9:00AM – 4:00PM)

This camp offers a day camp program for campers who do not wish to stay overnight. This option includes instruction and daytime activities only.

PARENT/CAMPER SEMINARS

Both campers and parents are invited to join us for educational seminars on Tuesday evening. The location and schedule will be announced prior to camp. Seminar topics will include college recruiting, expectations of a collegiate athlete, how to choose the right school, and more. We also offer opportunities for Q&A with each panel of coaches.

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, pants
  • Warm-up jacket
  • Two jerseys (one light/one dark)
  • Helmet
  • Shoulder pads
  • Football pants and thigh pads
  • Football Cleats (NO metal-tip cleats) & sneakers
  • Athletic supporter
  • Cup
  • Mouth guard
  • Sunscreen
  • Water bottle
  • Packed lunch and snacks

OVERNIGHT CAMPERS ONLY:

  • Athletic clothing mentioned above
  • Comfortable off-field clothing: pants, shorts, shirts, sweatshirts
  • Running or Athletic Shoes
  • Undergarments
  • Pajamas
  • Flip flops
  • Toiletries
  • Personal items & medications
  • Washcloth and bath towel
  • Swimsuit and easily identifiable towel
  • Pillow, pillowcase, linens (twin XL), comforter or sleeping bag
  • Fan (optional)
  • Additional snacks/drink
  • Room Key Deposit of $100 (please bring a check made out to “Next Athletes, LLC” on the first day of camp).

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 Sports 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.

CANCELLATION DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER

In the event a camp day is cancelled or camp hours are adjusted due to inclement weather, we will make every effort to provide make-up time. If make-up time is not possible, no refund will be issued for the first cancelled day or any shortened hours. If additional full days are cancelled and cannot be rescheduled, a pro-rated camp credit voucher will be issued for each cancelled day beyond the first.

NIKE FOOTBALL CAMP FAQ

For general questions about our football camps please see our FAQ page.

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