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All Reviews about Bill Pilat’s The Goalie School in Georgia For Boys

19 Reviews

  • Meeting new friends and the large number of coaches .
  • They especially enjoyed making new friends while improving goalkeeping skills.
  • My son had a great time at camp. He was a day camper and wished he had stayed overnight. He seemed to learn a lot and loved the hand eye drills especially.
  • The camp provided a great environment for learning. It was great to have goalie skills be the focus of a whole camp, not a worked in small part of other positions camps.
  • This was the best Goalie School! My son learned proper stance, communication and how to throw the ball correctly. This was our first time at a goalie school and it will not be our last! Such a great opportunity for young goalies.
  • The Goalie School was a good investment of time that helped my U13 son grow in his skills, his confidence, and his desire to be college lacrosse goalie. The friends he made and the fun he had off the field was equally valuable. I would recommend this camp to other parents considering it. I plan to send my son to future goalie camps to continue his development.
  • This camp has excellent structure, organization, safety, registration, and is great with communication. This camp is great for all levels of play and a perfect way to get serious about being a goalie. I am excited to bring some of the skills I learned to my high school and club team. Thanks again Bill Pilat!
  • My son loved his experience at The Goalie School, and is excited to practice at home and with his teams all of the new techniques he learned. He was able to make friends quickly, and spoke very highly of the coaches. I enjoyed watching the boys have fun scrimmaging against each other on the last day. Playing full-field/10v10, with goalie sticks at all positions, was equally as preposterous and hilarious as it was reinforcing of the idea that they should be well-rounded athletes and that an entire camp dedicated to this position is great for them. We'll be back next year!
  • This camp has excellent structure, organization, safety, registration, and is great with communication. This camp is great for all levels of play and a perfect way to get serious about being a goalie. I am excited to bring some of the skills I learned to my high school and club team. Thanks again Bill Pilat!
  • This was the best Goalie School! My son learned proper stance, communication and how to throw the ball correctly. This was our first time at a goalie school and it will not be our last! Such a great opportunity for young goalies.
  • The Goalie School was a good investment of time that helped my U13 son grow in his skills, his confidence, and his desire to be college lacrosse goalie. The friends he made and the fun he had off the field was equally valuable. I would recommend this camp to other parents considering it. I plan to send my son to future goalie camps to continue his development.
  • The camp provided a great environment for learning. It was great to have goalie skills be the focus of a whole camp, not a worked in small part of other positions camps.
  • My son had a great time at camp. He was a day camper and wished he had stayed overnight. He seemed to learn a lot and loved the hand eye drills especially.
  • My son loved his experience at The Goalie School, and is excited to practice at home and with his teams all of the new techniques he learned. He was able to make friends quickly, and spoke very highly of the coaches. I enjoyed watching the boys have fun scrimmaging against each other on the last day. Playing full-field/10v10, with goalie sticks at all positions, was equally as preposterous and hilarious as it was reinforcing of the idea that they should be well-rounded athletes and that an entire camp dedicated to this position is great for them. We'll be back next year!
  • My son said he learned a lot of drills and game experience knowledge.
  • 10 v 10 was a great experience and a nice change of pace. All the coaches were great. They taught in an encouraging and knowledgeable way. We’ll definitely be going back next year
  • My child felt as though he gained a lot of guided instruction that would allow him to grow as a player. The coaches did a great job at encouraging team work and offering useful ways to improve their game. My child asked to go back next year after the first day and as never done so with any other camp he has attended.
  • 10 v 10 was a great experience and a nice change of pace. All the coaches were great. They taught in an encouraging and knowledgeable way. We’ll definitely be going back next year
  • My child felt as though he gained a lot of guided instruction that would allow him to grow as a player. The coaches did a great job at encouraging team work and offering useful ways to improve their game. My child asked to go back next year after the first day and as never done so with any other camp he has attended.

Camp Overview

Registration is open for summer 2026!

Join us this winter in Vero Beach, FL: Bill Pilat’s Winter The Goalie School in Florida For Boys

The Goalie School is thrilled to bring its elite training program back to Georgia this summer! Aspiring lacrosse goalies from across the Southeast can now sharpen their skills at the nation’s top goalie camp.

Set on the stunning campus of the Darlington School in Rome, Georgia, this camp provides an exceptional environment for intensive training and personal growth.

Led by Coach Bill Pilat, the program features groundbreaking teaching techniques, in-depth performance analysis, and detailed video feedback. From mastering advanced footwork to refining positioning and reaction time, participants will leave with the skills and confidence needed to dominate in the crease.

Highlights Include

  • TEAM DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE
  • Great instructional staff to work with all goalies
  • 4 to 1 Camper-to-Staff ratio; the best ratio in lacrosse camps
  • Programs with a strength and agility coach
  • Fun and exciting goalie games
  • Coaches talks and demonstrations

Camp Coaches

  • Curtis gilbert berry college mens lacrosse

    Curtis Gilbert

    Camp Director

    Curtis Gilbert was hired as Berry's head men's lacrosse coach in September 2013. Over his tenure, Gilbert has compiled a record of 64-39 (121-87 career record) and an SAA record of 29-11.

    Curtis gilbert berry college mens lacrosse

    Curtis Gilbert

    Camp Director

    Gilbert has coached 51 All-SAA selections, 62 SAA Academic Honor Roll honorees and two SAA Offensive Players of the Year. He also led the 2015 squad to a regular-season title.

    The 2017 season saw Berry College earn its first All-American with SAA Offensive Player of the Year, Quentin Johnson earning distinction. He was also named a Scholar All-American. Johnson followed Cory Hall and Jack Chase who both earned Scholar All-America honors under Gilbert's guidance in 2015.

    In 2018, Gilbert was named SAA Coach of the Year and was selected to coach the USILA/Nike North-South game.

    Gilbert arrived from New England College in Henniker, N.H. where he led the Pilgrims to a record of 10-7 and a runner-up finish in the North Atlantic Conference in 2013. In 2012, he led NEC to a berth into the NCAA DIII Men's Lacrosse Tournament after winning the program's first North Atlantic Conference (NAC) Championship.

    Over his six seasons at NEC Gilbert had an overall coaching record of 59-49 and a conference record of 37-19. Gilbert's teams played in four championship games over his six years at New England College and produced two All-Americans, the first in NEC's history. Prior to Gilberts arrival at NEC the team was coming off of a 1-13 season.

    At NEC, Coach Gilbert placed sixteen players on the All-Conference team, eight All-Academic athletes, four ECAC New England All-Stars, two All-Americans, two USILA North/South game participants, one Scholar-Athlete of the Year, one Offensive Player of the Year, and two others drafted into the NLL Professional league.

    Prior to New England College, Gilbert was an assistant lacrosse coach at Denison University in Granville, Ohio. While at Denison, Gilbert helped lead the Big Red to an impressive 20 wins, two NCAC Championships and two NCAA Tournament appearances.

    Before Denison, Gilbert had stints as an assistant lacrosse coach at Washington College and Whittier College. Over two seasons at Washington College Gilbert led the Shoremen to a record of 28-8, a school-record 15-game winning streak, and an NCAA semifinal appearance. At Whittier, over two years he helped the Poets to a record of 21-3 and two national tournament appearances, including one NCAA quarterfinal and one NCAA semifinal appearance.

    Gilbert is a graduate of Washington College, where he was a four-year member of the men's lacrosse team. While at WC, Gilbert was a member of the 1998 NCAA Division III national championship team and garnered All-Conference accolades.

    In addition to coaching lacrosse, Gilbert serves on various committees including the USILA Top 20 poll and All-American Committee. He graduated with a master's degree in management and strategic leadership from NEC.

    Gilbert currently resides in Rome, GA with his wife, who also works at Berry, and his two daughters.

Camp Details

SECURE YOUR SPOT!

You can expect a high demand for these first-come-first-served camper spots, so please be sure to register early. This summer, The Goalie School is offering one session of overnight with commuter options available at the Darlington School. Come see why this goalie camp is filled before any other goalie camp in the country.

2026 OVERVIEW
  • Dates: June 10-12
  • Age Group: 8-18
  • Gender: Boys
  • Camp Type: Overnight, Extended Day (commuter), & Day (commuter)
  • Check-In: Check-in between 10:00am-11:00am at Thornwood and Regester House. You can park in the Trippeer Parking Lot, located beside the McCallie-Kennedy Library and The Quad.
  • Check-out: There will be a brief closing ceremony on Friday at 10:30am. Departure is 11:00am at Thornwood and Regester House.
  • Extended Day Schedule: WED 10AM-8PM, THURS 9AM-8PM, FRI 9AM-11AM **Times subject to change
  • Day Schedule: WED 10AM-3:30PM, THURS 9AM-3:30PM, FRI 9AM-11AM **Times subject to change
  • Meals: All meals are provided for Overnight campers. Lunch and dinner are provided for all Extended Day (commuter) campers. Lunch provided for all Day (commuter) campers.
  • Program: The Goalie School programs carefully selected staff offer 3 day programs of intense instruction and drills to improve performance of the goaltender. This Camp gives campers a chance to work individually with some of the best Goalie Coaches in the country for three intense days. This Goalie School program includes special one on one instruction and evaluation, programs with a strength and agility coach, fun and exciting goalie games, coaches talks and demonstrations and a great instructional staff to work with all goalies.
CAMP ADDRESS

Darlington School
Thornwood and Regester House
1014 Cave Spring Rd SW
Rome, GA 30161

Click Here for Directions & Campus Map

DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE
  • Team Discount: If five or more campers register together, each camper is eligible for a $25 discount. After all team members have successfully registered, contact us to receive a $25 refund per camper.
CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT

Wednesday, June 10th

  • Check-in: between 10:00am-11:00am at Thornwood and Regester House. You can park in the Trippeer Parking Lot, located beside the McCallie-Kennedy Library and The Quad.

Friday, June 12th

  • Check-out: There will be a brief closing ceremony on Friday at 10:30am. Departure is 11:00am at Thornwood and Regester House.
2026 HOUSING
  • Dorm: TBD
  • Number of Campers Per Room: 2 per room
  • Roommates: Rooms are assigned by age & roommate requests. Roommate requests must be mutual and received no later than 14 days before the start of camp. 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 or sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase, and a towel.
  • Air Conditioning: YES - Dorm has A/C

SUPERVISION
The staff reside in the dormitories with the campers and participate in all activities. Drugs, alcohol and tobacco are strictly prohibited, and constitute, along with general misconduct, grounds for dismissal from camp without a refund.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
  • Instruction: Morning, afternoon, and evening training sessions
  • Overnight campers: Dormitory housing on campus and all meals are provided.
  • Extended Day campers: Lunch and dinner are provided.
  • Day campers: Lunch is provided.
  • Supervision: Staff members reside in campers’ quarters and participate in all activities.
  • Reversible Jersey & Prizes: Campers at multi-day camps will receive a TGS Lacrosse Camps Reversible Jersey and prizes.
CAMP STORE

We will have a special "Goalie School Store" at camp. Official TGS clothing and hats along with stringing components and training devices will be available. Pizza will be available for purchase in the evening for a snack. Cash Only.

GOALIE GEAR

Check twice and don't forget any gear or pads! Please have the following with you at a camp:

  • Goalie chest protector
  • Cup
  • Throat guard – make sure it is attached to helmet
  • Helmet
  • Gloves
CELL PHONES

Campers NEED TO BRING their cell phone because we will film each camper using their own phone! This way, they have a video of themselves to bring home and keep to use right away! Make sure phone has enough storage for a 7 minute video to be added. If camper does not have a cell phone it is not a problem, our staff will film the goalies and email it to them.

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!

OVERNIGHT CAMPERS

Below is a suggested list of clothes, equipment, and personal items. US Sports Camps is NOT responsible for lost or stolen articles or money.

Checklist of things to bring:

  • T-shirts
  • Shorts
  • Cleats
  • Athletic Socks
  • Off-field clothes
  • Personal Items
  • Backpack
  • Towels
  • Helmet and Mouthpiece
  • Lacrosse Stick, Gloves, Pads
  • Pillow & Pillowcase
  • Water bottle
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat or Visor
  • Sunglasses
  • Sandals/flip flops
  • Spending Money ($100)
  • Twin XL Sheets/Blanket or Sleeping Bag
  • No Fan Needed-Dorms air conditioned
  • Signed Health & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
EXTENDED DAY CAMPERS

Checklist of Things to Bring: We recommend that all Extended Day Campers bring a daily pack with the following items: Along with your lacrosse equipment, we recommend that you bring a day pack with the following items: water bottle, weather appropriate clothing, cleats, and walking shoes.

Camp Schedule & Meals:

  • Wednesday: On the first day of camp. Extended Day Campers should arrive at the listed check-in time dressed and ready to play. You will be assigned a counselor and given a complete schedule of all events during the week. Extended Day Campers stay until 8:00pm. Lunch and Dinner are provided.
  • Thursday: Extended Day Camper Hours – 9:00am-8:00pm. Lunch and dinner are provided.
  • Friday: Extended Day Camper Hours - 9:00am-11:00am. Check-out is immediately after the camp concludes.
DAY CAMPERS

Checklist of Things to Bring: We recommend that all Day Campers bring a daily pack with the following items: Along with your lacrosse equipment, we recommend that you bring a day pack with the following items: water bottle, weather appropriate clothing, cleats, and walking shoes.

Camp Schedule & Meals:

  • Wednesday: On the first day of camp. Day Campers should arrive at the listed check-in time dressed and ready to play. You will be assigned a counselor and given a complete schedule of all events during the week. Day Campers stay until 3:30pm. Lunch is provided.
  • Thursday: Day Camper Hours – 9:00am-3:30pm. Lunch is provided.
  • Friday: Day Camper Hours - 9:00am-11:00m. Check-out is immediately after the camp concludes.
TRANSPORTATION

Transportation is not provided. Campers are responsible for getting to and from camp on their own. There is no supervision before or after camp hours, so please make arrangements to pick up your child on time.

COMPANY POLICIES

For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.

NIKE LACROSSE CAMP FAQ

For general questions about our lacrosse camps, please see our FAQ page.

OVERNIGHT CAMP AMENITIES

• 2 nights lodging • All meals
• Reversible Nike practice jersey

EXTENDED DAY AMENITIES

• Lunch & dinner
• Reversible Nike practice jersey

DAY CAMP AMENITIES

• Lunch
• Reversible Nike practice jersey

LOCAL ACCOMODATIONS

Some local hotel options listed below:

  • Courtyard by Marriott Rome Riverwalk: 320 W 3rd St, Rome, GA 30165 - (706) 295-7006
  • Country Inn & Suites by Radisson: 15 Hobson Way, Rome, GA 30161 - (706) 232-3380

Camp Extras

COACH PILAT'S INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS:

Coach Pilat has produced two videos for goalies. Purchase Advanced Techniques (2015) and Basic Techniques (2001)!

THE BALL STOPS HERE COMBO PACKAGE: Players of all ages can learn from over 90 minutes (combined) of concentrated instruction on both videos and Coach Pilat recommends both videos to any goalie. Order yours today! Price $55

BASIC TECHNIQUES - THE BALL STOPS HERE I: Was produced in 2001 and is still a valuable resource to learn the basics of goaltending as well as a few new tricks. Content Includes - Basic Proper Goalie Warmup, Basics of Stance, Stopping Screened Shots, Stick Skills and Basic Clearing, Stopping One-On-One Shots, Basic Proper Technique for stopping all shots, Unique drills, Goalie Arc Play, Pipe Play, Field Communication.

ADVANCED TECHNIQUES - THE BALL STOPS HERE II: Advanced Techniques is designed for goalies and coaches who are ready to move to the next level. Content Includes - TGS Method (Advanced Goalie Routine), Advanced Warmup, Advanced Drills, Mental Strategies, Scouting Opponents (watching film), Advanced Clearing Concepts, Weight Training for Goalies, Stick Repair and Stringing.

CAMP APPAREL:

Campers have the opportunity to pre-order an TGS Nike t-shirt or hat in the camp registration process through June 1. You will receive items purchased on the first day at camp check-in.

  • TGS Nike T-Shirt - Price $35
  • T-Shirt Sizes Available in Adult Small, Medium, Large and X-Large
  • TGS Embroidered Nike Baseball Cap - Price $35
  • TGS Embroidered Bucket Hat - Price $35

Note: DVD's and apparel will be HANDED out at camp check in.

PRIVATE COACHING:

PRIVATE COACHING: A 30 minute instructional session with Coach Pilat or with a TGS Senior Coach that can add that little extra specific technique work your Goalie is looking for. Each coach will work with two goalies only during this training session (2 Goalies - 1 Coach). Goalies will get to be evaluated by the coach and also have a "goalies choice" segment where your goalie can ask the coach to observe any aspect of their play that needs attention. The session will take place outside of the regular camp instructional sessions. Training time will be given to camper at check in. There are limited sessions available at each camp and they sell out quickly! Price: $75

VIDEO REVIEW:

VIDEO REVIEW: The camper will meet 1 on 1 with a Goalie coach to go over their play that is recorded at the camp on their cell phones. The coach will have a written sheet and together the camper and goalie coach will write down both strong areas and areas for improvement in the goaltenders form and technique. The goalie will have sufficient time to ask questions about what they see on the video and how they can improve their performance in the goal. Each session will last approximately 20 minutes. The video review sessions will take place off the field, during some of the down time at camp. Price: $50

Sample Daily Schedule

7:30 AM Wake Up (overnight campers)

8:00 AM Breakfast in Dining Hall (overnight campers)

9:00 AM Goalies filmed in cage, Coaches Talk, Station work

Noon Lunch in Dining Hall

1:30 PM Remaining Goalies filmed in cage, Rapid Fire, Agility work

2:30 PM Clearing stations, Small group Coaches Talk

4:00 PM Day campers depart

5:00 PM Dinner in Dining Hall

6:30 PM Goalie 10 on 10 Games!

8:30 PM Back to dorms

9:00 PM Rest time, Camp store opened, pizza orders

10:45 PM Lights Out!

Darlington school rome ga campus facility

Darlington School

Stretching for 500 acres, Darlington School’s campus is nestled around a small lake in the foothills of the Lookout Mountain Range in Rome, Ga., a medical center and college town located approximately one hour northwest of Atlanta and southwest of Chattanooga, Tenn. Named after the Italian city, Rome, Ga., was built on seven hills with three rivers running between them.

WHAT FAMILIES SAY ABOUT Bill Pilat’s The Goalie School in Georgia For Boys

19 Reviews

  • Meeting new friends and the large number of coaches .
  • They especially enjoyed making new friends while improving goalkeeping skills.
  • My son had a great time at camp. He was a day camper and wished he had stayed overnight. He seemed to learn a lot and loved the hand eye drills especially.
  • The camp provided a great environment for learning. It was great to have goalie skills be the focus of a whole camp, not a worked in small part of other positions camps.
  • This was the best Goalie School! My son learned proper stance, communication and how to throw the ball correctly. This was our first time at a goalie school and it will not be our last! Such a great opportunity for young goalies.
  • The Goalie School was a good investment of time that helped my U13 son grow in his skills, his confidence, and his desire to be college lacrosse goalie. The friends he made and the fun he had off the field was equally valuable. I would recommend this camp to other parents considering it. I plan to send my son to future goalie camps to continue his development.
  • This camp has excellent structure, organization, safety, registration, and is great with communication. This camp is great for all levels of play and a perfect way to get serious about being a goalie. I am excited to bring some of the skills I learned to my high school and club team. Thanks again Bill Pilat!
  • My son loved his experience at The Goalie School, and is excited to practice at home and with his teams all of the new techniques he learned. He was able to make friends quickly, and spoke very highly of the coaches. I enjoyed watching the boys have fun scrimmaging against each other on the last day. Playing full-field/10v10, with goalie sticks at all positions, was equally as preposterous and hilarious as it was reinforcing of the idea that they should be well-rounded athletes and that an entire camp dedicated to this position is great for them. We'll be back next year!
  • This camp has excellent structure, organization, safety, registration, and is great with communication. This camp is great for all levels of play and a perfect way to get serious about being a goalie. I am excited to bring some of the skills I learned to my high school and club team. Thanks again Bill Pilat!
  • This was the best Goalie School! My son learned proper stance, communication and how to throw the ball correctly. This was our first time at a goalie school and it will not be our last! Such a great opportunity for young goalies.
  • The Goalie School was a good investment of time that helped my U13 son grow in his skills, his confidence, and his desire to be college lacrosse goalie. The friends he made and the fun he had off the field was equally valuable. I would recommend this camp to other parents considering it. I plan to send my son to future goalie camps to continue his development.
  • The camp provided a great environment for learning. It was great to have goalie skills be the focus of a whole camp, not a worked in small part of other positions camps.
  • My son had a great time at camp. He was a day camper and wished he had stayed overnight. He seemed to learn a lot and loved the hand eye drills especially.
  • My son loved his experience at The Goalie School, and is excited to practice at home and with his teams all of the new techniques he learned. He was able to make friends quickly, and spoke very highly of the coaches. I enjoyed watching the boys have fun scrimmaging against each other on the last day. Playing full-field/10v10, with goalie sticks at all positions, was equally as preposterous and hilarious as it was reinforcing of the idea that they should be well-rounded athletes and that an entire camp dedicated to this position is great for them. We'll be back next year!
  • My son said he learned a lot of drills and game experience knowledge.
  • 10 v 10 was a great experience and a nice change of pace. All the coaches were great. They taught in an encouraging and knowledgeable way. We’ll definitely be going back next year
  • My child felt as though he gained a lot of guided instruction that would allow him to grow as a player. The coaches did a great job at encouraging team work and offering useful ways to improve their game. My child asked to go back next year after the first day and as never done so with any other camp he has attended.
  • 10 v 10 was a great experience and a nice change of pace. All the coaches were great. They taught in an encouraging and knowledgeable way. We’ll definitely be going back next year
  • My child felt as though he gained a lot of guided instruction that would allow him to grow as a player. The coaches did a great job at encouraging team work and offering useful ways to improve their game. My child asked to go back next year after the first day and as never done so with any other camp he has attended.

FAQ

  • Cancellations, for any reason, received at least five (5) days before camp start date, will result in a camp VOUCHER for all tuition fees paid, valid through the following calendar year. Your VOUCHER is transferable to any family member and may be used in the sport in which you initially registered. Cash refunds will be given only with the purchase of Cancellation Protection (see terms under the Peace of Mind Policy). Individuals who DO NOT attend their registered session (no-shows) or cancel their camp session within five (5) days of the camp start date will receive a camp VOUCHER for all tuition fees paid less a $150 cancellation fee.

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