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Bill Pilat’s The Goalie School in Pennsylvania For Girls

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The Best Goalie Camp in the country!

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The Goalie School is coming to Pennsylvania! Goalies from all over the Mid-Atlantic can now easily attend the biggest and best Goalie camp in the country! Eastern University's beautiful main campus, will be the home of The Goalie School this summer, which sits on 114 acres just west of Philadelphia, in St. Davids, PA.

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. Turf and grass fields await our campers in Pennsylvania. Campers can easily drive to the PA camp from Philadelphia, Baltimore, New Jersey, and many other Mid-Atlantic locations.

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 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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A four-year letter winner at the goalie position at the University of Maryland, Schwartz helped the Terps to three NCAA Division I championship games (1982, 1984, 1985) and was named to both the ACC’s All-Tournament team and the North/South Senior All-Star game in 1985. As a goalie with Maryland’s field hockey team, Schwartz also was a four-year letter recipient and still remains fourth on the Terps’ all-time goals against average list.

Schwartz began her coaching career in 1989 as an assistant field hockey coach at North Alleghany High School (Pa.). After three years at North Alleghany, Schwartz moved on to Mt. Lebanon High School (Pa.) where she served as the head coach of the girls’ lacrosse team for two years. While in Pennsylvania, Schwartz founded the Pittsburgh Women’s Lacrosse Club in 1991. After that, Schwartz coached at Shady Side Academy (Pa.), where she coached the school’s first four high school All-Americans and earned the Midwest School Girl’s Lacrosse Association Coach of the Year Award (1994).

Schwartz’s accomplishments garnered her a coaching career at the college level. In 1996, she became the head women’s lacrosse coach of Davidson College (N.C.). Schwartz joined Roanoke College’s women’s lacrosse team in the 2005 season as the program’s eighth head coach since the program began in 1978.

Schwartz has served on several NCAA Women’s Lacrosse Committees, including a stint as the chairperson of the NCAA Division I South Region selection committee. She has also served as a Second Vice President of US Lacrosse and as an Executive Board member with the organization. As of 2016, she is currently serving her second year as a NCAA Division III At Large Representative for the IWLCA Board of Directors. Schwartz also serves as the Athletic Department’s Senior Women’s Administrator and supervises the Student-Athletic Advisory Committee.

SECURE YOUR SPOT!

You can expect a high demand on these first-come-first-serve 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 Eastern University. Come see why this goalie camp is filled before any other goalie camp in the country.

2024 OVERVIEW

Dates: July 24-26
Age Group: 10-18
Gender: Girls
Camp Type: Day Camp
Schedule: Wednesday 10:00am-3:30pm, Thursday 9:00am-3:30pm & Friday 9:00am-3:30pm
Check-in: Check-in Wednesday between 10:00am-11:00am at TBA.
Lunch: Lunch is provided each day. All campers should bring a filled water bottle each day.
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

Eastern University
1300 Eagle Rd
St. Davids, PA 19087

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CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT

Wednesday, July 24th

Check-in: between 10:00am-11:00am at TBA.

Friday, July 26th

Check-out: There will be a brief closing ceremony on Friday at 3:30pm. Departure is 3:40pm.

MEALS

Lunch is provided each day. All campers should bring a filled water bottle each day.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?

Instruction: Morning and afternoon training sessions
Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours.
Reversible Jersey & Prizes: Campers at multi-day camps will receive a TGS Lacrosse Camps Reversible Jersey and prizes.

INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY

Ratio: 1:10 staff-to-camper ratio
Groupings: Campers are grouped by age, ability, and experience.
Equipment Needed: Please bring your cleats, protective goggles & mouthpiece, lacrosse stick(s), helmet and pads (Goalies)
Facility: Athletic fields
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.

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!

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.

Items:

Cleats
Athletic Socks
Helmet and Mouthpiece
Lacrosse Stick, Gloves, Pads
Water bottle
Sunscreen
Hat or Visor
Signed Heath & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)

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.

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DAY CAMP AMENITIES

• Lunch
• Reversible Nike practice jersey

LOCAL ACCOMODATIONS

Some local hotel options listed below:

Best Western: King of Prussia: 127 S Gulph RD, King of Prussia, PA 19406 - (610) 265-4500
Courtyard Marriott: Valley Forge: 1100 Drummers Ln, Wayne, PA 19087 - (610) 687-6700

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 July 1, 2021. 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

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!

Eastern University Aerial View

Eastern University

The main campus is 114 acres just west of Philadelphia, in St. Davids, PA.

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.

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Overall Average Rating 5.00 / 5 Stars

- 5/5.
August 4, 2022: My daughter's connection with other goalies within a similar age group at the camp

— Anonymous
- 5/5.
July 16, 2022: having a good time with friends and getting good goalie coaching

— Anonymous
- 5/5.
July 20, 2023: Everyone was friendly and I enjoyed my roommate

— Anonymous

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- 5/5.
Charlie loved his coaches

— Anonymous

SECURE YOUR SPOT – CAMPS SELL OUT!

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.

Programs: Goalie School

Age Group: 10 - 18

Gender: Girls

Note: Note: Camp runs Wednesday, Thursday & Friday.

Day 9:00AM-3:30PM $755.00 USD

Availability: Yes

* Pricing is subject to change based on availability. Enroll today to secure current rates.

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