Nike Elite Golf Camps, University of Maryland
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Nike Junior Golf Camps
Welcome to the Nike Elite Golf Camp in College Park, MD! Our elite junior golf camp at University of Maryland is geared towards players interested in playing college golf and aims to improve each campers game in a Division I golf environment. Elite golfers, ages 12 - 17 are welcome to join for an unforgettable camp experience!
TWO-DAY ELITE CAMP
This unique camp is focused on giving players the opportunity to work directly with the University of Maryland coaching staff on all aspects of their game and provide insights to help prepare them for college golf. This camp will include GC Quad launch monitor readouts, SAM Putt lab, introduction to the Aimpoint green reading system and the DECADE course management strategy.
Highlights Include
- Instruction from nationally recognized college coaches and players
- Small group instruction with low student/teacher ratio
- On-course play - Par 3 Course
- Camper amenity package including a Nike hat, drawstring bag, one dozen SRIXON golf balls, camp workbook and graduation certificate
- Supervised, evening activities on campus
- A healthy and positive learning environment designed to help every camper get better!
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Camp Coaches
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Head Women's Golf Coach, University of Maryland Kelly Hovland
Kelly Hovland is the head coach of the University of Maryland women’s golf team and serves as Camp Director for the Nike Junior Golf Camp.
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Camp Details
This program is designed for boys and girls between the ages of 12 and 17. This camp is an opportunity for aspiring college golfers to learn for themselves what a week of college golf is like. These camps offer training and real competition scenarios that develop every part of your game. During the program, this unique camp is focused on giving players the opportunity to work directly with the University of Maryland coaching staff on all aspects of their game and provide insights to help prepare them for college golf.
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2024 OVERVIEW
TWO-DAY ELITE CAMP
- Dates: June 9-10, August 4-5, 2024
- Age Group: 12-17
- Gender: Co-ed
- Camp Type: Day camp
- Schedule:
- Two-Day Elite: 9:00am - 4:00pm
- Check-In: Check-in occurs between 8:45am - 9:00am each day.
- Check-out: : Check-out occurs at 4:00pm each day.
- Meals: Lunch is provided for all campers.
- Program: The Advanced Camp program is specifically designed for the tournament golfer who wishes to play college golf and improve their tournament results. It is open to all skill levels of young men and women, ages 12-18, but the curriculum is geared towards players who are playing competitively. Specifically, the camp teaches the practice habits of championship golfers, fitness, mental strength, college preparation, time management, course management, academics and team camaraderie.
Please note: Camp schedules and details may be subject to change.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Instruction: Morning instruction and afternoon course play.
- Meals: Lunch is provided for all campers.
- Supervision: Campers are under staff supervision at all times as staff members live in adjacent rooms to overnight campers. Drugs, alcohol and tobacco are strictly prohibited, and constitute, along with general misconduct, grounds for dismissal from camp without a refund.
- Camper Amenity Package: Campers will receive an amenity package including a Nike hat, drawstring bag, SRIXON golf balls, camp workbook, and graduation certificate.
INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY
- Ratio: 1:8 staff-to-camper ratio.
- Groupings: Campers are grouped by age, ability, and experience.
- Equipment Needed: Players should supply their own golf clubs, glove, golf balls, and tees.
- Facilities: University of Maryland Golf Course
- 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.
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
US Sports Camps and University of Maryland are NOT responsible for lost or stolen articles or money. Below is a suggested list of clothes, equipment and personal items. We recommend that you do not send unnecessary items, which can get lost. Camper bags may be inspected upon check in or at any time during camp to ensure no drugs, alcohol or other improper substances are brought to camp.
- Golf clubs
- Golf Balls/tees/glove
- Golf shoes or tennis/athletic shoes
- Athletic clothing (t-shirts, shorts)
- Collared shirts (recommended)
- Golf appropriate shorts/pants
- Insect repellent
- Laundry bag
- Water bottle*
- Sunscreen**
- Hat/visor (Campers receive Nike hat with amenity package)
- Snacks (optional)
- COVID PPE (as required by state/local guidelines)
- Signed Health & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
TRANSPORTATION
Nike Junior Golf Camps does not provide ground transportation from airports, train stations or bus stations. Parents/guardians are fully responsible for getting campers to and from camp check-in/out. If you have a child flying to camp, please visit the Baltimore Washington International Airport website (www.bwiairport.com) for information on ground service to and from the camp location.
COMPANY POLICIES
For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.
NIKE JUNIOR GOLF CAMP FAQ
For general questions about our golf camps please see our FAQ page.
This camp is open to any and all entrants (limited only by number, age, grade level, and/or gender).
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3800 Golf Course Road, College Park, MD 20742
SAMPLE SCHEDULE
Please note: Camp schedules may be subject to change.
Sample Daily Schedule
- 8:45am Check-in
- 9:00am Instruction stations - campers rotate between putting, chipping, pitching, bunker play and full-swing practice
- Noon Lunch/relaxation
- 1:00pm Course play with staff (par 3 course) focusing on course management, strategy, shot selection, rules and etiquette
- 4:00pm Check-out
University of Maryland Golf Course
Campers practice and play at the University of Maryland Golf Course; an 18-hole semi-private championship golf course located on the north perimeter of the University of Maryland’s flagship campus. The UM Golf Course is the home of the Terrapins’ men’s and women’s golf teams. Open year-round, the 6,700-yard championship course features a newly constructed clubhouse which was completed in April 1999.
Nike Elite Golf Camps, University of Maryland
3800 Golf Course Road
College Park, Maryland 20742
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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.
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