Nike Girls Lacrosse Camp at Salisbury University
- Extended
- Overnight
- Female
- Summer
Camp Dates & Prices
Save Your spot with a deposit! Flexible cancellation options available.
Jun. 16 - Jun. 18, 2026
Jun. 16 - Jun. 18, 2026
Jun. 16 - Jun. 18, 2026
2026 DATES ARE NOW LIVE!
Join us this summer at the Nike Girls Lacrosse Camp at Salisbury University! The camp is led by Coach Jim Nestor, who enters his 24th season in charge of the Salisbury University women's lacrosse team. Under his guidance, the team has clinched 4 NCAA Championships, reached the NCAA Finals 9 times, and made 20 appearances in the NCAA Tournament.
The Salisbury campus is located on Maryland’s beautiful eastern shore, 30 miles west of Ocean City and two hours from both Baltimore and Wilmington, DE. The university's great location, outstanding facilities and talented coaching staff make Salisbury University a popular destination for young athletes to improve their lacrosse skills each summer.
Highlights Include
- Camp Director is Jim Nestor, Head Coach of the three-time NCAA National Champions (2010, '13, '14, '21)
- Superior instruction from College Coaches and Players
- TEAM DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE!
- 10:1 camper to instructor on field ratio
- Daily emphasis on fundamental drills, position training, and scrimmages
- Special goalie programs and instruction
- Every player receives a reversible mesh Nike practice jersey
- Nike and STX Prizes for outstanding play, sportsmanship and improvement
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Camp Coaches
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Head Coach Jim Nestor
Jim Nestor enters his 24th season as head coach of the Salisbury women’s lacrosse team in 2025. Nestor has guided the Sea Gulls to four national championships, 19 conference championships and 20 NCAA Tournament appearances.
View Jim Nestor's Bio ⟩ -
Assistant Coach Liz Marr
Liz Marr is into her tenth season as part of the Salisbury University Sea Gulls coaching staff.
View Liz Marr's Bio ⟩ -
Assistant Coach Allie Hynson
Allie Hynson is into her fifth season as an assistant coach for the Sea Gulls.
View Allie Hynson's Bio ⟩ -
Assistant Coach Kellan McAleer
Kellan McAleer is an assistant coach on the Sea Gulls coaching staff.
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. At the Nike Girls Lacrosse Camp at Salisbury University, our goal is to provide campers the fundamental skills, position specific training and in-game tactical knowledge needed to enhance your game. Over the course of camp, your enthusiasm and self-confidence will grow along with your skills. This year Salisbury is offering one session of overnight with an extended day camp (9:00 AM to 9:00 PM) option.
2026 OVERVIEW
- Dates: June 16-18
- Age Group: 12-18
- Gender: Girls
- Camp Type: Overnight, Extended Day (commuter)
- Check-In: Check-in takes place on Tuesday at Nanticoke Hall. 12:00-1:30pm – Overnight campers; 1:00-1:30pm – Extended Day campers. No lunch on the first day – all campers should come dressed and ready to play lacrosse!
- Check-out: There will be a closing ceremony on Thursday at 11:30am at the field with departure following - Parents are invited to this!
- Extended Day Schedule: TUE 1:30PM-9PM, WED 9AM-9PM, THURS 9AM-NOON **Times subject to change
- Meals: All meals are provided for Overnight campers. Lunch and dinner are provided for all Extended Day (commuter) campers.
- Program: The Skills Camp is designed for youth, middle school and high school players, looking to sharpen their skills. All facets of the game will be covered ranging from stick skills, position play and team concepts. Campers will also be able to incorporate these skills into the daily game play.
CAMP ADDRESS
Salisbury University
Nanticoke Hall
1101 Camden Avenue
Salisbury, MD 21801
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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.
CAMP CHECK-IN
Tuesday, June 16th
Check-in takes place at Nanticoke Hall.
- 12:00-1:30pm – Overnight campers
- 1:00-1:30pm – Extended Day campers
- No lunch on the first day – all campers should come dressed and ready to play lacrosse!
CAMP CHECK-OUT
Thursday, June 18th
There will be a closing ceremony at 11:30am at the field with departure following - Parents are invited to this!
Address to Sea Gull Stadium: 1301 Wayne St, Salisbury, MD 21804 - Google Maps
2026 HOUSING
- Dorm: Nanticoke Hall
- 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 - Dorms have 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.
- Supervision: Staff members reside in campers’ quarters and participate in all activities.
- Reversible Jersey & Prizes: Campers at multi-day camps will receive a Nike 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 at the Director's discretion.
- Equipment Needed: Please bring your protective goggles, mouthpiece, cleats, and lacrosse stick.
- 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.
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
- Protective Goggles
- Mouthpiece
- Lacrosse Stick(s)
- Goalies Must Have Full Protective Equipment
- Comfortable Off-Field Clothes
- Toiletries & Personal Items
- Water Bottle
- Sunscreen
- Turf Shoes or Running Shoes for indoor activity
- Alarm Clock
- Extra Towels
- Non-Perishable Snack Foods
- Spending money (approx. $50)
- Pillow & Pillowcase
- Twin XL Sheets/Blanket or Sleeping Bag
- No Fan Needed - Dorms Are 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:
- Tuesday: Extended Day Campers should arrive 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 9:00pm. Dinner is provided.
- Wednesday: Extended Day Camper Hours – 9:00am-9:00pm. Lunch and dinner are provided.
- Thursday: Extended Day Camper Hours - 9:00am-11:30am. Check-out is immediately after the camp concludes at 12:00pm. Departure time may change depending on the event.
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 CAMP AMENITIES
• Lunch & dinner
• Reversible Nike practice jersey
• Camp hours: TUE 1:00PM-9:00PM, WED 9:00AM-9:00PM, THU 9:00AM-11:30AM **Times subject to change
Sample Daily Schedule
- 7:30 am Breakfast (Overnighters)
- 9:00 am Stretching and Conditioning
- 9:30 am Line Drills and Stations
- 10:30 am Position Work
- Noon Lunch and rest
- 1:30 pm 1v1, 2v2, and fastbreaks
- 3:00 pm Drill stations and scrimmaging
- 5:00 pm Dinner and supervised free time
- 6:30 pm Back to field for games
- 9:00 pm Extended Day Campers depart
- 10:00 pm Overnight Campers to rooms; Lights out!
Salisbury University
Salisbury University is located on a lovely 140-acre campus in the city of Salisbury in Wicomico County on Maryland's beautiful Eastern Shore, a part of the Delmarva Peninsula. SU is part of the University of Maryland System. The city of Salisbury lies 30 miles west of the resorts at Ocean City, Maryland, and the Assateague Island National Seashore. Salisbury is 115 miles southeast of Baltimore, Maryland, and Washington, DC. The city is 125 miles south of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and 125 miles north of Norfolk, Virginia. Salisbury is at the junction of east-west U.S. Route 50 and north-south U.S. Route 13. Salisbury University is positioned on U.S. Route 13 at the southern edge of the city of Salisbury.
Camp Dates & Prices
Save Your spot with a deposit! Flexible cancellation options available.
Jun. 16 - Jun. 18, 2026
Jun. 16 - Jun. 18, 2026
Jun. 16 - Jun. 18, 2026
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Reviews & Testimonials
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Great takeaways!
July 10, 2017: Scrimmages were fun because I got to play! The counselors were nice and sweet and knew a lot about lacrosse. I learned some new dodges and I learned when I scoop, I should put my hand at the top of my stick.
May 15, 2025 -
Jim Nestor is the best!
July 15, 2016: Camp is great, All my children have loved it. Jim Nestor is the best...we are fortunate to have him! Clean dorms and a great staff. Thank You!
May 15, 2025 -
Thank you!
July 18, 2015: The Nike Lacrosse Camp at Salisbury was a great way for my daughter to improve her game and increase her love of the sport. The campers’ energy and the coaches’ excitement for lacrosse made it a great atmosphere for her to learn in. She came home raving about the experience.
May 15, 2025
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Meeting new players
June 23, 2021: The highlights of the camp were got to meet new players with different skill sets. She said that she would have liked more of a challenge, as in playing against the older players... She also said that she felt the focus was more on the girls going into their senior year.
May 15, 2025 -
Gained Confidence and New Skiils!
July 24, 2019: As a new player to lacrosse, we were looking to not only build my daughter's stick skills and concepts of the game but also her confidence as a player. The camp did not disappoint! The staff were wonderful and she walked away feeling better about herself as a player and much more confident in her skills!
May 15, 2025 -
Top notch camp!
July 14, 2016: The Salisbury University Nike lacrosse camp is a top notch camp run by Jim Nestor, the best coach in women's lacrosse. My daughter learned a lot and had fun doing it, she will definitely be back next year.
May 15, 2025 -
Great Time!
June 29, 2018: My daughter had great time at this camp. The focus on the fundamentals, improvement of all around lacrosse skills and team play will undoubtedly make her a better lacrosse player. I would like to thank the coach for taking the time to discuss with the high school aged girls the college athletic process. My daughter will definitely be back next year! Thank you.
May 15, 2025 -
it was awesome
June 23, 2021: In the words of a 14 year old, it was awesome. She was very excited to have learned to use her left hand. She also mentioned that as a goalie she was very happy to have gotten to learn and experience playing defense as well.
May 15, 2025 -
Friendly coaches!
July 7, 2017: When I got to camp the coaches were friendly and welcoming to campers and parents. The rooms are nice with AC, such a plus! The instructors were great with the campers and showed great leadership skills. The player to coach ration was also excellent!
May 15, 2025 -
Highlight of the summer!
July 19, 2015: Coach Nestor and his players run a excellent camp at a great facility! Our girls loved it!
May 15, 2025 -
Had a blast!
July 11, 2017: My daughter had a blast every year at this camp. Coach Nestor and his staff put on an excellent camp, it's my daughters favorite week out of the year!
May 15, 2025 -
Enthusiastic and Positive!
July 28, 2019: The coaches were very good at recognizing the campers abilities and moving them into different groups as needed. They also spent equal time with each group overseeing and individually offering instructions. The individual group counselors were enthusiastic and positive with encouragement and instruction as well.
May 15, 2025 -
Thank you!
July 14, 2017: This camp had great instruction and guidance in game situations. I want to thank all the staff, for all their help in getting our daughter settled in. She will be back!
May 15, 2025 -
Fantastic camp!
July 18, 2015: The instruction was fantastic. Jim Nestor and his staff was friendly, experienced and very skilled. I learned a lot and had a GREAT time!!
May 15, 2025 -
Already excited to return!
July 20, 2015: This was my daughter's second year and she enjoys it very much! She is already excited to return for the third time!
May 15, 2025 -
Thank you to the entire staff!
July 29, 2019: My daughter had a great time at camp! She made friends and learned skills and drills for the future. She enjoys the game much more and looks forward to continue practicing and learning for her future. Thank you to the entire staff!
May 15, 2025 -
Great experience!
July 16, 2015: This camp was one of the best experiences I have ever had. I learned so much and made so many new friends. This has been so great. Thank you to all the counselors and coaches!
May 15, 2025 -
This camp just keeps getting better!
July 17, 2016: Greatly improved this year. Parent communication, ceremony directions, schedule for parents, check-in process was all done very well and noticeably changed from the prior year. This camp just keeps getting better!
May 15, 2025 -
Improved skills
June 23, 2021: She was able to improve her skills and learn new skills. She learned a lot of things to help with her offensive play and loved being able to work with the head coach and their players.
May 15, 2025 -
Learn new skills.
July 15, 2015: I really enjoyed my experience at camp. I made friends and was able to demonstrate my skills at a competitive level. I learned better throwing and shooting techniques that will help me as an attacker. I want to thank Jim Nestor and the counselors at Salisbury University for their time and support.
May 15, 2025 -
Great Vibe!
July 15, 2015: Nike Lacrosse Camp at Salisbury University was great! There was a great vibe and energy amongst the players as well as the staff which made the camp more enjoyable! I would definitely recommend this camp to players looking to advance their play or even just for fun.
May 15, 2025 -
Enjoyable Camp!
July 14, 2017: My daughter loved playing with the older girls. She enjoyed all the instruction and couldn't get enough of the lacrosse. She said the dorms were amazing and she loved the talent show!
May 15, 2025 -
See you next summer!
July 8, 2017: My 10 year old daughter loved this lacrosse camp! From the moment we checked her in, she was excited to meet new friends and connect with some of her rec team lacrosse friends. The camp helped her improve in areas that are crucial for next-level play. All aspects.... Stretching, conditioning, stick stills, footwork, dodging, shooting, and general team building. She can't wait to return in 2018!
May 15, 2025 -
Best Camp!
July 9, 2017: Our daughter improved her game and confidence. She had a great time and the staff work very had. Great job on all points! Thank you so much for such a great week. Well worth every penny!!
May 15, 2025 -
Great takeaways!
July 10, 2017: Scrimmages were fun because I got to play! The counselors were nice and sweet and knew a lot about lacrosse. I learned some new dodges and I learned when I scoop, I should put my hand at the top of my stick.
April 22, 2025 -
Jim Nestor is the best!
July 15, 2016: Camp is great, All my children have loved it. Jim Nestor is the best...we are fortunate to have him! Clean dorms and a great staff. Thank You!
April 22, 2025 -
Thank you!
July 18, 2015: The Nike Lacrosse Camp at Salisbury was a great way for my daughter to improve her game and increase her love of the sport. The campers’ energy and the coaches’ excitement for lacrosse made it a great atmosphere for her to learn in. She came home raving about the experience.
April 22, 2025 -
Meeting new players
June 23, 2021: The highlights of the camp were got to meet new players with different skill sets. She said that she would have liked more of a challenge, as in playing against the older players... She also said that she felt the focus was more on the girls going into their senior year.
April 22, 2025 -
Gained Confidence and New Skiils!
July 24, 2019: As a new player to lacrosse, we were looking to not only build my daughter's stick skills and concepts of the game but also her confidence as a player. The camp did not disappoint! The staff were wonderful and she walked away feeling better about herself as a player and much more confident in her skills!
April 22, 2025 -
Top notch camp!
July 14, 2016: The Salisbury University Nike lacrosse camp is a top notch camp run by Jim Nestor, the best coach in women's lacrosse. My daughter learned a lot and had fun doing it, she will definitely be back next year.
April 22, 2025 -
Great Time!
June 29, 2018: My daughter had great time at this camp. The focus on the fundamentals, improvement of all around lacrosse skills and team play will undoubtedly make her a better lacrosse player. I would like to thank the coach for taking the time to discuss with the high school aged girls the college athletic process. My daughter will definitely be back next year! Thank you.
April 22, 2025 -
it was awesome
June 23, 2021: In the words of a 14 year old, it was awesome. She was very excited to have learned to use her left hand. She also mentioned that as a goalie she was very happy to have gotten to learn and experience playing defense as well.
April 22, 2025 -
Friendly coaches!
July 7, 2017: When I got to camp the coaches were friendly and welcoming to campers and parents. The rooms are nice with AC, such a plus! The instructors were great with the campers and showed great leadership skills. The player to coach ration was also excellent!
April 22, 2025 -
Highlight of the summer!
July 19, 2015: Coach Nestor and his players run a excellent camp at a great facility! Our girls loved it!
April 22, 2025 -
Had a blast!
July 11, 2017: My daughter had a blast every year at this camp. Coach Nestor and his staff put on an excellent camp, it's my daughters favorite week out of the year!
April 22, 2025 -
Enthusiastic and Positive!
July 28, 2019: The coaches were very good at recognizing the campers abilities and moving them into different groups as needed. They also spent equal time with each group overseeing and individually offering instructions. The individual group counselors were enthusiastic and positive with encouragement and instruction as well.
April 22, 2025 -
Thank you!
July 14, 2017: This camp had great instruction and guidance in game situations. I want to thank all the staff, for all their help in getting our daughter settled in. She will be back!
April 22, 2025 -
Fantastic camp!
July 18, 2015: The instruction was fantastic. Jim Nestor and his staff was friendly, experienced and very skilled. I learned a lot and had a GREAT time!!
April 22, 2025 -
Already excited to return!
July 20, 2015: This was my daughter's second year and she enjoys it very much! She is already excited to return for the third time!
April 22, 2025 -
Thank you to the entire staff!
July 29, 2019: My daughter had a great time at camp! She made friends and learned skills and drills for the future. She enjoys the game much more and looks forward to continue practicing and learning for her future. Thank you to the entire staff!
April 22, 2025 -
Great experience!
July 16, 2015: This camp was one of the best experiences I have ever had. I learned so much and made so many new friends. This has been so great. Thank you to all the counselors and coaches!
April 22, 2025 -
This camp just keeps getting better!
July 17, 2016: Greatly improved this year. Parent communication, ceremony directions, schedule for parents, check-in process was all done very well and noticeably changed from the prior year. This camp just keeps getting better!
April 22, 2025 -
Improved skills
June 23, 2021: She was able to improve her skills and learn new skills. She learned a lot of things to help with her offensive play and loved being able to work with the head coach and their players.
April 22, 2025 -
Learn new skills.
July 15, 2015: I really enjoyed my experience at camp. I made friends and was able to demonstrate my skills at a competitive level. I learned better throwing and shooting techniques that will help me as an attacker. I want to thank Jim Nestor and the counselors at Salisbury University for their time and support.
April 22, 2025 -
Great Vibe!
July 15, 2015: Nike Lacrosse Camp at Salisbury University was great! There was a great vibe and energy amongst the players as well as the staff which made the camp more enjoyable! I would definitely recommend this camp to players looking to advance their play or even just for fun.
April 22, 2025 -
Enjoyable Camp!
July 14, 2017: My daughter loved playing with the older girls. She enjoyed all the instruction and couldn't get enough of the lacrosse. She said the dorms were amazing and she loved the talent show!
April 22, 2025 -
See you next summer!
July 8, 2017: My 10 year old daughter loved this lacrosse camp! From the moment we checked her in, she was excited to meet new friends and connect with some of her rec team lacrosse friends. The camp helped her improve in areas that are crucial for next-level play. All aspects.... Stretching, conditioning, stick stills, footwork, dodging, shooting, and general team building. She can't wait to return in 2018!
April 22, 2025 -
Best Camp!
July 9, 2017: Our daughter improved her game and confidence. She had a great time and the staff work very had. Great job on all points! Thank you so much for such a great week. Well worth every penny!!
April 22, 2025 -
July 4, 2023: friends attended also
November 20, 2023 -
June 24, 2023: Staying with friends in the dorm
November 20, 2023 -
June 24, 2023: The talent show, coaches, and food
November 20, 2023 -
June 24, 2023: My daughter got to improve her dodges
November 20, 2023 -
June 24, 2023: Improvement of skills, new skills learned
November 20, 2023 -
June 24, 2023: Being able to make new friends and meet all sorts of people
November 20, 2023 -
June 24, 2023: Repeating drills, learning new skills, playing with new players
November 20, 2023 -
June 24, 2023: Being able to learn and play lacrosse along with people my own age
November 20, 2023 -
June 25, 2022: Being immersed in campus life and being able to play on the stadium field.
November 20, 2023 -
June 25, 2023: My daughter came with several teammates- they learned a lot and had a fun experience staying in the dorms
November 20, 2023 -
June 26, 2023: I am glad that my daughter was able to room with a teammate and that the staff took great care of the girls!
November 20, 2023 -
June 25, 2022: Real life expertise of coaching staff that was passed down to players / being able to do camp on a college campus was encouraging for future
November 20, 2023 -
July 2, 2022: My daughter loved Coach Nestor and being able to play in the stadium. Sleeping in the dorms was also a bonus. Because of COVID they couldn't stay overnight last year.
November 20, 2023 -
June 24, 2023: Scrimmaging with the other teams and age groups. It helped me learn what I was good at and what needed to be worked on. Coach Nestor also took time to stop and give advice during the scrimmages.
November 20, 2023 -
June 26, 2022: My daughter loved the counselors! They were so nice! She also learned a lot and came out of camp saying she felt more confident. She also enjoyed the dorms and down time and the food was excellent!
November 20, 2023 -
Friendly Coaches
November 20, 2023