Nike Contact Football Camp at Lake Forest College - Uppers Only
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Camp Dates & Prices
Jul. 7 - Jul. 10, 2025
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Nike Contact Football Camps
The Nike Contact Football Camp at Lake Forest College is a camper favorite. With top-notch instruction, premier competition, and full-contact drills, campers leave camp ready to compete at the next level!
Coach Luke Butts has been leading instruction for the Contact Football Camps for the past several summers. Along with a reputable coaching career, Coach Butts demonstrates a high level of enthusiasm, passion, and energy.
Note: There is no rental equipment available. Each camper will need to bring their own equipment.
Highlights Include
- Nike Football Camp T-Shirt, Reversible Pinnie, Cinch Sack, Wristband, Sticker, and potentially other prizes!
- Professional Instruction from Coach Luke Butts and Staff
- Daily Training to Develop Speed, Strength and Agility
- Contact Drills and Scrimmages
- 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 Luke Butts
"The best part about Lake Forest College is the small town, family feel of the campus community. As a former student-athlete at the college, I know the benefits of growing in this setting. As a coach, Lake Forest offers opportunities to develop players athletically, personally, and academically. With an emphasis on excellence on the field as well as in the classroom, our players mature into well-rounded individuals.."
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Camp Details
SECURE YOUR SPOT!
Please Note: Last year, camp sessions SOLD OUT at this location. You can expect high demand on these first-come-first-serve camper sports, so please be sure to register early. Join our priority list to be notified when this program is available for registration.
Nike Contact Football Camps feature contact drills and scrimmages with a staff of major college coaches and players. At camp, "contact" is introduced in a slow, gradual progression before any actual "contact" is initiated. Campers are divided according to age, weight, and ability.
Please note: The following information may be subject to change.
Note: There is no rental equipment available. Each camper will need to bring their own equipment.
2025 SUMMER CAMP INFORMATION
- Dates: July 7-10, 2025
- Age Group: 8-14 (incoming 3rd grade – incoming 9th grade)
- Camp Type: Day Camp
- Schedule: 9:00am-4:30pm, Monday-Thursday
- Check-In: Begins 30 minutes prior to the camp start time.
- Meals: Lunch is provided.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Daily Football Instruction
- Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours
- Nike Football Camp T-Shirt, Reversible Pinnie, Cinch Sack, Wristband, Sticker, and potentially other prizes!
INSTRUCTION & FACILITY
Ratio: 1:10 staff to camper ratio
Groupings: Campers are grouped by ability, age, and experience, per the Director's discretion.
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, pants
Warm-up jacket
Two jerseys (one light/one dark)
Helmet
Shoulder pads
Football Cleats (NO metal-tip cleats) & sneakers
Athletic supporter
Cup
Mouth guard
Sunscreen
Water bottle
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.
Show Less See More Camp DetailsLOCAL ACCOMMODATIONS
For out-of-town campers, we recommend that you reserve family lodging with a flexible cancellation policy. Below is a list of some local hotel options you can consider.
- Residence Inn
- Address: 26325 N Riverwoods Boulevard Mettawa, Illinois 60045
- Phone: Contact Haley Moffat (847) 457-2962
- Cancellation Policy: Please inquire directly with the hotel to ensure a flexible cancellation policy.
- Hilton Garden Inn
- Address: 26225 North Riverwoods Boulevard Lake Forest, Illinois 60045
- Phone: Contact Haley Moffat (847) 457-2962
- Cancellation Policy: Please inquire directly with the hotel to ensure a flexible cancellation policy.
*Please be sure to carefully review all cancellation policies before booking. US Sports Camps is not liable for any costs incurred due to late cancellations.
Lake Forest Football Highlights
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Foresters finished the 2021 season 10-1. Making an appearance in the NCAA DIII Playoffs for the first time since 2002.
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Coach Cat named Coach of The Year for the Midwest Conference
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11 players named to All-Conference Teams
Sample Daily Schedule
- Day 1
- 8:30am Clinic Campers Check In
- 9:00am All Skills Camp Check In/Rules/Orientation
- 9:30am Practice #1, Offensive Emphasis
- 11:30am Lunch/Free Time
- 2:00pm Practice #2, Defensive Emphasis
- 4:30pm Campers Depart
Farwell Field
Thanks to a land donation from Senator Charles B. Farwell, who also funded the College’s gymnasium 13 years earlier, Farwell Field was opened in 1903 for Lake Forest’s football and baseball teams. It has been home to Forester football ever since and was renovated prior to the 2004 season. New bleachers and a state-of-the-art press box were constructed and artificial grass was installed on the field itself. It also became the permanent home of the College’s soccer teams at that time.
Features:
- Artificial turf installed in 2004 and resurfaced in summer 2017
- Regulation football and soccer field
- Press box with phone and data line accessibility
- Bleacher seating and standing room (total capacity 2000)
- Adjacent to Halas Hall, which includes locker rooms and meeting rooms
Camp Dates & Prices
Jul. 7 - Jul. 10, 2025
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Reviews
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June 18, 2023: Coaching was great!
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June 18, 2023: Energetic, skilled, friendly coaches.
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June 15, 2023: The coaches were amazing! They truly love the sport and helping the kids grow and learn
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June 18, 2023: I saw my child learn fundamentals of the game and compete in fun games that improved his play
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June 25, 2022: My son had a great experience and left feeling confident and excited for the upcoming football season
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June 16, 2023: Son had the opportunity to learn some new techniques, but more importantly meet new kids that play in his league
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June 15, 2023: My son really seemed to love the flexibility to try a new position. He also said the drills and overall experience was challenging, in a good way.
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My son just having fun and learning new skills!!
