Bill Pilat’s The Goalie School in Georgia For Girls
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Camp Dates & Prices
Save Your spot with a deposit! Flexible cancellation options available.
Jun. 11 - Jun. 13, 2025
Your Lacrosse Camp Experience Awaits – Sign Up Today!
Finally, the Biggest and Best Goalie Camp in the country comes to the Southeast! The Georgia session of The Goalie School is held on the beautiful campus of the Darlington School located in Rome, Georgia. Campers from Georgia, Florida, Alabama, and the Carolina's can now attend one of the best lacrosse camps in the country.
Coach Pilat will be teaming up with Mary Schwartz, current head women’s lacrosse coach at Roanoke College. Coach Schwartz is a former Division I goalkeeper at the University of Maryland who knows what it takes to be successful in the women’s game.
Highlights Include
- 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
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director Mary Schwartz
Directing camp is Mary Schwartz. Coach Schwartz retired in 2022 from Roanoke College after guiding the women's lacrosse program to the 2007 and the 2009 NCAA Tournaments and the 2009 Old Dominion Athletic Conference Championship.
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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.
2025 OVERVIEW
- Dates: June 11-13
- Age Group: 10-18
- Gender: Girls
- 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: TThere 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 11th
- 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 13th
- Check-out: There will be a brief closing ceremony on Friday at 10:30am. Departure is 11:00am at Thornwood and Regester House.
2025 HOUSING
- Dorm: Thornwood and Regester House
- 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
- Throat guard – make sure it is attached to helmet
- Helmet
- Gloves
CELL PHONES
Campers NEED TO BRING their cell phones 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-11:00am. 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
- TGS Nike Long Sleeve T-Shirt - Price $45
- 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
Sample Daily Schedule
- 7:30 AM Overnight campers wake-up
- 8:00 AM Overnight campers breakfast
- 9:00 AM Coaches talk, goalies filmed in cage, station work
- Noon Lunch
- 1:30 PM Finish filming goalies in cage, agility work, rapid fire
- 2:30 PM Small group coaches talk, clearing stations
- 3:30 PM Rest time, swim, camp store
- 4:00 PM Day campers depart
- 5:00 PM Dinner
- 6:30 PM Goalie 10 on 10 games
- 8:30 PM Overnight campers in dorms
- 9:00 PM Rest time, camp store, pizza orders
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.
Camp Questions & Answers
What is the cancellation policy for The Goalie School?
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.
Camp Dates & Prices
Save Your spot with a deposit! Flexible cancellation options available.
Jun. 11 - Jun. 13, 2025
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Reviews & Testimonials
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made learning fun
June 13, 2021: My daughter enjoyed meeting all the coaches and making new friends. She especially enjoyed the one-on-one instruction that she received. The environment was encouraging and made learning fun. We will be back next year.
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Awesome Camp!
July 23, 2019: I had a lot of fun getting to know the different girls and the coaching staff that was at the camp. Everyone was so encouraging and had positive attitudes the whole camp. The goalie wars game was AWESOME and I had fun learning new things and improving on the skills I already have.
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a well organized camp that incorporated fun and learning
June 15, 2021: She loved goalie wars and having the 4 minutes of straight shooting on video to highlight strengths and weaknesses in the goal. She enjoyed that the drills were made fun while still learning. All of the coaches were very encouraging and helpful. She liked that the college coaches used drills they use at their schools regularly with their athletes. This was a well organized camp that incorporated fun and learning.
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she learned a great deal
June 12, 2021: Our daughter felt she learned a great deal. She enjoyed interacting with other goalies from all over. The third practice on the second day was hard on the girls. However, as a parent I think it's good for them to push through and keep playing
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Thank you!
July 29, 2017: Hi Coach Schwartz! I just wanted to reach out again thanking you and the rest of the staff for being so good with all the girls at camp. Chianna had a blast and left there with many memories she will cherish for a lifetime!!!
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LOVED this camp! Thank you!
June 24, 2018: My daughter has been to a couple other well respected general lacrosse camps at renowned universities in California that say they have goalie section. She was always disappointed. She LOVED this camp. She says she got a lot out of it and is really looking forward to coming again next year. Thank you!
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June 13, 2021: My daughter enjoyed meeting all the coaches and making new friends. She especially enjoyed the one-on-one instruction that she received. The environment was encouraging and made learning fun. We will be back next year.
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July 23, 2019: I had a lot of fun getting to know the different girls and the coaching staff that was at the camp. Everyone was so encouraging and had positive attitudes the whole camp. The goalie wars game was AWESOME and I had fun learning new things and improving on the skills I already have.
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June 15, 2021: She loved goalie wars and having the 4 minutes of straight shooting on video to highlight strengths and weaknesses in the goal. She enjoyed that the drills were made fun while still learning. All of the coaches were very encouraging and helpful. She liked that the college coaches used drills they use at their schools regularly with their athletes. This was a well organized camp that incorporated fun and learning.
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June 12, 2021: Our daughter felt she learned a great deal. She enjoyed interacting with other goalies from all over. The third practice on the second day was hard on the girls. However, as a parent I think it's good for them to push through and keep playing
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July 29, 2017: Hi Coach Schwartz! I just wanted to reach out again thanking you and the rest of the staff for being so good with all the girls at camp. Chianna had a blast and left there with many memories she will cherish for a lifetime!!!
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June 24, 2018: My daughter has been to a couple other well respected general lacrosse camps at renowned universities in California that say they have goalie section. She was always disappointed. She LOVED this camp. She says she got a lot out of it and is really looking forward to coming again next year. Thank you!