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Camp Overview

INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED BY COLLEGE GOLF EXPERIENCE


College Golf Experience Camps are a perfect place for young golfers to take their game to the next level. These single-day camps allow for the highest level of training and college coaching for your camper to experience.

SUMMER FULL DAY CAMPS

This program is designed to improve tournament performance, develop competitive skills, and boost your junior golf ranking. These camps provide junior golfers with the opportunity to develop their skills, learn directly from college coaches, and gain valuable insight into the college golf experience. CGX camps are recommended for boys and girls between the ages 11-18 who are ready to advance their skills and understanding of college golf. Full Day Camps run from 8:00am - 4:00pm and are open to players of all abilities. Please note: Lunch is provided.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • College Golf Experience Seminar: Players and parents hear directly from College Coaches about academics, athletics, travel, team culture and life as a college golfer.
  • College Golf Recruiting Seminar: Learn how the recruiting process works, what College Coaches evaluate and how players can communicate, prepare and put their best foot forward.
  • College Golf Practice Session: Train through putting, short-game and full-swing stations with skill challenges and real-time feedback from College Coaches.
  • 18-Hole On-Course Coaching: Apply what you learn on the course while receiving guidance on strategy, course management, decision-making and tournament preparation.
  • Direct Coach Interaction & Feedback: Ask questions, receive honest feedback and interact with College Coaches through instruction, small groups, seminars and on-course play.
  • Player Lunch & Tee Gifts: Each player receives lunch, a yardage and green book, alignment sticks and access to the CGX Camp App for event information and updates.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

  • Players Looking to Elevate Their Game: Improve tournament performance, develop competitive skills, and boost your junior golf ranking.
  • Junior Golfers Competing in the Next Day's Tournament: Gain valuable pre-tournament insights and on-course experience to sharpen your game.
  • Parents & Junior Golfers Seeking College Golf Knowledge: Interact directly with College Coaches and gain firsthand insights into the college golf experience.
  • Recommended for Boys & Girls, Ages 11-18: Ideal for players ready to advance their skills and understanding of college golf.

This camp is open to any and all entrants limited only by number of participants, gender, and age.

Highlights Include

  • Coach Interaction All Day: introductions, practice, lunch, and on-course time.
  • College Golf Insight: see what college coaches prioritize
  • Clearer Next Step: leave with direction on training and communication.
  • Parent Receive Access through Camp: seminars and viewing on-course experiences.
  • Direct Q&A with College Coaches: recruiting process, fit, and expectations.

Camp Coaches

  • Kolton Lapa

    Kolton Lapa

    Men’s Golf Coach University of Southern California

    Kolton Lapa joined USC after serving as associate head coach at Mississippi State, where he helped the Bulldogs set program records, win three tournaments and capture the first NCAA Regional Championship in program history.

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    Kolton Lapa

    Men’s Golf Coach University of Southern California

    Mississippi State advanced to the 2023 NCAA Championships and reached a national ranking of No. 10. Lapa previously coached at Nebraska and Denver, played collegiately at Nebraska and Arizona, and competed professionally on PGA Tour Canada and in Korn Ferry Tour events.

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    Paul Smolinski

    UC Irvine Men's Golf Head Coach

    Paul Smolinski has led UC Irvine men’s golf since 1998. His Anteaters have won eight Big West championships, advanced to 11 NCAA Regionals and made two NCAA Division I Championship appearances.

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    Paul Smolinski

    UC Irvine Men's Golf Head Coach

    A league-record nine-time Big West Coach of the Year, Smolinski has coached 63 all-conference selections, six Big West Players of the Year, three Freshmen of the Year and four conference individual champions.

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    Alyssa Waite

    Head Women's Golf Coach, Long Beach State University

    Alyssa Waite has transformed Long Beach State women’s golf since becoming head coach in 2021. The Beach reached the 2024 NCAA Regional as a team and has maintained consistent NCAA postseason representation.

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    Alyssa Waite

    Head Women's Golf Coach, Long Beach State University

    Waite earned back-to-back Big West Coach of the Year honors in 2023 and 2024. She led Long Beach State to a conference championship by 23 strokes and a program-record three team titles in 2024. She also served as Team USA head coach at the 2024 Toyota World Cup.

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    Jason D’Amore

    Men’s Golf Coach Loyola Marymount University

    Jason D’Amore has led LMU men’s golf since 2016 after an accomplished playing career with the Lions. In 2024, he guided LMU to only its second team appearance in the NCAA Tournament following a record-setting regular season.

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    Jason D’Amore

    Men’s Golf Coach Loyola Marymount University

    An LMU Athletics Hall of Fame inductee, D’Amore was a four-time First Team All-WCC player and helped lead the Lions to the 2006 WCC Championship and NCAA Championships.

  • Riley Killip

    Riley Killip

    Assistant Coach, Long Beach State Men’s Golf

    Riley Killip joined the Long Beach State coaching staff in 2025. In his first season, all five regular lineup players earned First Team All-Big West honors as the Beach won a fourth consecutive conference championship and finished among the nation’s top 25.

    Riley Killip

    Riley Killip

    Assistant Coach, Long Beach State Men’s Golf

    Killip played Division I golf at Pacific after competing at Concordia-Portland and Sonoma State. He later earned a master’s degree in Sports Data Analytics from Ole Miss and worked in digital media at Stanford.

  • Fred Hanover UCSD

    Fred Hanover

    UC San Diego Men's Golf Head Coach

    Fred Hanover, Head Coach at UC San Diego, brings over 20 years of collegiate coaching and professional playing experience. A former CCAA Coach of the Year, he has led teams across multiple divisions and helps junior golfers understand college golf development and performance.

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    Fred Hanover

    UC San Diego Men's Golf Head Coach

    A former CCAA Coach of the Year, he has led teams across multiple divisions and helps junior golfers understand college golf development and performance.

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    Nathalie da Silva

    UC Riverside Men's and Women's Director of Golf

    Nathalie da Silva was named UC Riverside Director of Golf in 2025 and oversees both the men’s and women’s programs. She previously led both teams at the University of La Verne and served as an assistant at her alma mater, California Baptist.

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    Nathalie da Silva

    UC Riverside Men's and Women's Director of Golf

    A two-time NAIA All-American, da Silva won the 2010 NAIA individual national championship and was part of CBU’s 2011 national championship team. She also represented Brazil internationally and won the 2012 Brazilian Amateur Open.

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    Kyle Emerson

    CSU San Bernardino Men's Golf Head Coach

    Kyle Emerson, a Cal State San Bernardino alumnus and former Coyotes golfer, returned to lead the program after serving as an assistant coach. Under his direction, Cody Hall became a two-time All-CCAA selection and advanced to consecutive NCAA West Regional Championships.

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    Kyle Emerson

    CSU San Bernardino Men's Golf Head Coach

    Emerson has also worked as an assistant golf professional at Victoria Club and Canyon Crest Country Club in Riverside, bringing experience from collegiate golf and the golf industry to player development at CSUSB.

Camp Details

College Golf Experience is dedicated to providing junior golfers with meaningful, one‑of‑a‑kind opportunities to connect with college coaches and gain a deeper understanding of the college golf recruiting process. Our camps are open to any and all entrants limited only by number of participants, gender, and age.

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SECURE YOUR SPOT!

You can expect high demand on these first-come-first-serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early.

2027 OVERVIEW

  • Date: January 9, 2027
  • Age Group: 11-18
  • Gender: Co-ed
  • Camp Type: Full Day Camp Available
  • Schedule:
    • Full Day: 8:00am-4:00pm
  • Check-In: 15 minutes prior to camp start time.
  • Lunch: Lunch is included.
  • Program: The All Abilities program is designed to improve the fundamental skills needed for golf including putting, chipping, bunker play, and full-swing. On the first day of camp, all participants will be evaluated by the instructors and placed into groups based on age and ability level in various individual, small group and full group settings.

Please note: Camp schedules and details may be subject to change.

INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY

  • Ratio: 1:8 staff-to-camper ratio.
  • Equipment Needed: Players should supply their own golf clubs, glove, golf balls, and tees.
  • Facility: Oak Valley Golf Club
  • Medical Protocol: Camp will have on-site staff to help with illness or injury. In case of an emergency, campers will be transported to the nearest hospital.

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.

  • Golf attire (collared shirt recommended)
  • Golf clubs
  • Golf balls/tees/glove
  • Golf shoes or tennis/athletic shoes

TRANSPORTATION

Transportation is not provided. Campers are responsible for getting to and from camp on their own.

Facility

Oak Valley Golf Club

Nestled in the scenic foothills of the San Gorgonio and San Bernardino Mountains, Oak Valley Golf Club offers an unforgettable golf experience that challenges players of all skill levels while showcasing the natural beauty of Southern California.

SAMPLE SCHEDULE

Please note: Camp schedules may be subject to change.

Sample Daily Schedule

8:00am Registration at Oak Valley Golf Club

8:30am Coach and Player Introductions / College Golf Seminar

9:30am College Golf Practice Session

12:00pm Player Lunch with Coaches / Recruiting Process Seminar

1:00pm 18-Hole Round with College Coaches

Camp concludes following the round.

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FAQS

  • Address: Oak Valley Golf Club, 1888 Golf Club Dr, Beaumont, California 92223. Led by camp director Kolton Lapa.

  • This camp is for athletes ages 11 to 18, coed. All skill levels welcome. Campers may be grouped by age, skill, or experience.

  • This camp currently has no active sessions. Join the priority list to be the first to know when new dates are released. Questions? Call 1-800-645-3226.

  • CGX hosts educational golf camps nationwide that connect junior golfers and their families with College Coaches from every division – DI, DII, DIII, NAIA, and JUCO. CGX camps focus on player development, coach education, and helping families understand the college golf pathway.

  • Yes. CGX camps operate in compliance with NCAA rules and regulations.

    The camps are educational experiences where players receive instruction from College Coaches and families can learn more about college golf programs and the college golf landscape.

  • CGX camps are open to any and all entrants, limited only by number of participants, gender, and age.

    CGX camps are designed for boys and girls ages 12–18 who are interested in improving their game and learning more about the college golf landscape.

  • Campers receive hands-on instruction from College Coaches, learn about the college golf landscape, and have the opportunity to build relationships with coaches from programs across all divisions. Each camp is structured around skill development and educational sessions.

  • CGX camps welcome players across a range of skill levels. There is no minimum handicap requirement for most camp types, though some specialized camps may be better suited for more competitive players. Check the specific camp listing for details, or contact us with questions.

  • Yes — parents are encouraged to attend. There will be plenty of opportunities throughout the day to ask questions directly to coaches. We ask that parents step to the side only during skill instruction sessions and on-course competition.

  • NCAA rules restrict direct communication between college coaches and recruits until June 15th of a recruit's junior year of high school. Attending a CGX camp before that date is one of the few opportunities younger players have to learn directly from and interact with College Coaches.

  • Campers should bring their clubs, golf shoes, appropriate attire for the weather, snacks and any personal items they need for the day.

  • Host hotel information near camp venues are listed on the individual camp pages at collegegolfx.com. CGX does not manage lodging.

  • This varies by venue. Details will be communicated in pre-camp materials.

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