Xcelerate Nike Boys Lacrosse Camp at Baldwin Wallace University
- Extended
- Overnight
- Male
- Summer
Camp Dates & Prices
Save Your spot with a deposit! Flexible cancellation options available.
Jul. 20 - Jul. 23, 2026
Jul. 20 - Jul. 23, 2026
Jul. 20 - Jul. 23, 2026
2026 EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT CAMP PRICES ARE LIVE!
OUR 16TH YEAR IN CLEVELAND!
Spend a week at the Baldwin Wallace University where lacrosse and summer fun come together. Our camp gives players the chance to sharpen their skills, build confidence, and enjoy the game they love in a supportive, high-energy environment.
Our staff of experienced coaches and college players lead dynamic drills, small-sided games, and team challenges that help campers develop technique, practice strategy, and play creatively on the field. Off the field, campers relax in dorms, hang out with teammates, and take part in fun activities that make each day unforgettable.
From running new plays to making new friends, every day is about playing lacrosse, improving as a player, and having a blast both on and off the field.
Register today and join us at our Baldwin Wallace Summer Lacrosse Camp!
🎁 Bonus: The first 10 campers to register receive a FREE NIKE LACROSSE HEAD on Day 1!
Highlights Include
- TEAM DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE
- High School, Middle School, and Youth Skills Camp for Boys Ages 10-18
- Superior instruction
- 10:1 camper to instructor on field ratio
- Daily emphasis on fundamentals, skill-development, and scrimmages
- Position Training - Attack, Midfield, Defense, Goalie
- Every camper receives a reversible Xcelerate Nike practice jersey
- Nike Prizes awarded for outstanding play, sportsmanship, and improvement
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Camp Coaches
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Coaches Xcelerate Boys Coaching Staff
College Coaches, High School Coaches, and College Lacrosse Players.
Camp Details
At Xcelerate Lacrosse Camps, we bring out the best in every player. Our coaching philosophy centers on confidence, creativity, and fun. Using innovative drills, small-sided games, position-specific training, and team competition, players sharpen their skills and elevate their understanding of the game. By week’s end, campers head home with improved fundamentals, a higher lacrosse IQ, new friendships, and a lasting love of the sport.
SECURE YOUR SPOT!
You can expect high demand on these first-come-first-served camper spots, so please be sure to register early.
2026 OVERVIEW
- Dates: July 20-23
- Age Group: 10-18
- Gender: Boys
- Camp Type: Overnight, Extended Day (commuter)
- Check-In: Overnight Campers: Check-in Monday between 1:00-2:30pm at Findley Hall. Extended Day Campers: Check-in Monday between 2:00-2:30pm at Findley Hall.
- Check-out: Check-out Thursday between 11:00am-12:00pm at Findley Hall.
- Extended Day Schedule: MON 2:00PM-8:30PM, TUE-WED 9:00AM-8:30PM, THURS 9:00AM-11:30AM **Times subject to change
- Meals: All meals are provided for Overnight campers. Lunch and dinner are provided for all Extended Day (commuter) campers.
CAMP ADDRESS
Baldwin Wallace University
Findley Hall
265 Beech St
Berea, OH 44017
- Click Here for Directions
CAMP CHECK-IN
Monday, July 20th
- Overnight Campers: Check-in between 1:00-2:30pm at Findley Hall.
- Extended Day Campers: Check-in between 2:00-2:30pm at Findley Hall.
- Camp will begin with an orientation at 2:45pm, followed by our first field session and evening meal.
CAMP CHECK-OUT
Thursday, July 23rd
- Check-out between 11:00am-12:00pm at Findley Hall.
2026 HOUSING
- Dorm: Findley 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 a sleeping bag, a pillow, a pillowcase, and a towel.
- Air Conditioning: Yes | No fan needed - dorms air-conditioned
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 Xcelerate 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.
- Equipment Needed: Please bring your helmet, mouthpiece, cleats, lacrosse stick, gloves, and pads.
- 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
- Personal Items
- Helmet and Mouthpiece
- Lacrosse Stick, Gloves, Pads
- Goalies Must Have Full Protective Equipment
- Water Bottle
- Sunscreen
- Extra Towels
- Pillow & Pillowcase
- Off-field clothes
- Spending money (we recommend $50 or so)
- No fan needed - dorms are air conditioned
- Twin XL Sheets/Blanket or Sleeping Bag
- 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:
- Monday: Check-in between 2:00pm-2:30pm at Findley Hall. Camp will begin with an orientation at 2:45pm, followed by our first field session and evening meal. First Day pick up time and location will be provided at check-in.
- Tuesday & Wednesday: Drop off and pick up locations for extended day campers will be provided on the first day of camp. Lunch and dinner provided.
- Thursday: Last day drop off and pick up locations for extended day campers will be provided on the first day of camp. No meals provided.
- Daily Schedule: MON 2:00PM-8:30PM, TUE-WED 9:00AM-8:30PM, THURS 9:00AM-11:30AM. **Times subject to change
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.
XCELERATE-NIKE LACROSSE CAMP FAQ
For general questions about our lacrosse camps please see our FAQ page.
Show Less See More Camp DetailsDAILY SCHEDULE
We have three sessions per day. A great deal of instruction takes place in the early part of the day, demonstrations and instruction mid-day, and games during the evening session. We also like to throw in a number of ‘fun’ activities like our fastest shot contest, freestyle/skills competition, agility training, and rec time. Below is a template and subject to change.
PLAYER DIVISIONS
We have 3 Divisions in our Overnight Camps. Each division will have coaches providing instruction to campers that correlates with that particular grade and level of play.
Grade based on 2026-2027 academic year:
- High School Division - Entering grades 9-12 in the Fall of 2026
- Middle School Division - Entering grades 7-8 in the Fall of 2026
- Youth Division - Entering grades 5-6 in the Fall of 2026
* At times we may have camps that are either smaller or larger in number which may lead us to adjust our divisions accordingly.
CAMP APPAREL
Campers have the opportunity to pre-order an Xcelerate Nike t-shirt in the camp registration process through May 1st. You will receive items purchased on the first day at camp check-in.
- Xcelerate Nike T-Shirt - Price: $35
- T-Shirt Sizes Available in Adult Small, Medium, Large and X-Large
DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE
**Campers are eligible for ONE Discount ONLY. Please note: Once the early bird discount date has passed, the full price will be listed**
Early Bird Discount: $50 EARLY BIRD discount available until February 28th. The early bird discount cannot be combined with any other discount.
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 at 800-645-3226 to receive a $25 refund per camper.
Sample Daily Schedule
- 7:30 AM Breakfast (Overnight Campers)
- 8:45 AM Extended Day Campers Arrive
- 9:00 AM Station Work, Drills, Position Work
- 11:30 AM Lunch
- 1:00 PM Demonstrations, Position Work
- 2:00 PM Small Group Scrimmages, Team Play
- 3:15 PM Rest Hour, Camp Store, Swimming
- 5:00 PM Dinner
- 6:00 PM Team Instruction, Games
- 8:45 PM Extended Day Campers depart
- 9:00 PM Free Time, Camp Store, Pizza
- 10:30 PM Lights Out!
Baldwin Wallace University
Baldwin Wallace University is located in Berea, Ohio just 20 minutes from Cleveland. The tree-lined campus is surrounded by a safe, residential neighborhood of picturesque homes. The centerpiece of athletic facilities at BW is the Lou Higgins Center, home to varsity athletics, sports and recreation programs, and the School of Health, Physical Education, and Sport Sciences. The Center includes Ursprung Gymnasium, the Harrison Dillard Track, Natatorium, extensive workout facilities, and state-of-the-art athletic training facilities.
Camp Dates & Prices
Save Your spot with a deposit! Flexible cancellation options available.
Jul. 20 - Jul. 23, 2026
Jul. 20 - Jul. 23, 2026
Jul. 20 - Jul. 23, 2026
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Reviews & Testimonials
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Coaching staff exceptional!
July 23, 2018: He had the best time at camp! The coaching staff was exceptional! He learned a lot of new techniques and is asking to come back next year!
May 15, 2025 -
So much fun!
July 22, 2017: Days before the camp my son kept asking if he could stay home and not go to camp. He said he was nervous about going to camp for the week. In addition, our trampoline arrived three days prior to the start of camp. I am sure he wanted to stay and use the new trampoline. The positive is he started out asking if he could get out of camp, but he came home saying he had so much fun.
May 15, 2025 -
Fantastic experience!
July 31, 2016: This was my son's first sleep away camp, and he went in without knowing anyone. From the moment we arrived at checkin, I knew that this camp was something special. The staff is amazing and the setup is perfect (small, contained, safe feeling). By the end of the first night, I was getting a flurry of happy texts. My son got great coaching and instruction and a fantastic experience. I would honestly have paid the entire amount just for the talk the coaches gave at departure! The coaches, from the top down, knew each of the kids and said goodbye warmly at the end. The staff were good teachers and amazing role models. I've already told all the lacrosse moms in my area!
May 15, 2025
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high energy coaches!
August 3, 2014: This was one of my son's favorite camps. The high energy coaches and fun atmosphere made the drills and learning enjoyable. He would like to do the camp again.
May 15, 2025 -
Great Camp!
August 7, 2014: Great camp well organized and kept the boys busy and happy. Great leader in Coach Lally!! Will definitely be back next year and bring some teammates.
May 15, 2025 -
Awesome Camp...Awesome Coaches!
July 20, 2018: What an awesome camp with an awesome team of coaches. My son met new friends, learned a ton about lacrosse and being a good teammate and he had so much fun. He can’t wait for next year! Thanks Xcelerate for an amazing experience!
May 15, 2025 -
made me a better player!
August 5, 2015: This camp truly made me a better player. Every drill and talk had meaning behind it, which made camp that much more special. Working with these caoches was not only fun, but a chance to see what I need to do to improve and be serious about the sport. Going to this camp has made me value the off season that much more and shown me that I need to put in the work to get the results. Thank you for making me serious about the game!
May 15, 2025 -
A Great Experience!
August 2, 2015: My son has had the time of his life! He really likes his coaches and has mentioned several times how much he has learned. He has already said he wants to go back next year! So, I guess we will see you again next summer. Thanks for all you have done to make this a great experience for my son.
May 15, 2025 -
Excited to go back!
July 20, 2018: My son loved the stringing clinic and all of the coaches. I think you also challenged him. He is excited to go back again. He also said he could have stayed for 1-2 more days.
May 15, 2025 -
Attention given to each camper is invaluable!
July 20, 2017: My son thoroughly enjoyed the whole camp experience. The highlight is the evening games and being able to use what he learned during the day in the game at night. The smaller camp makes for more coach/player interaction which is crucial for better player development and greater enjoyment for the camper. The kids really get to know the coaches and the personal interaction/attention given to each camper is invaluable.
May 15, 2025 -
Had a blast!
August 6, 2017: My son had a blast and wants to go again next year. However, he mentioned that it was not very challenging due to a lack of campers there his age. I hope he has a better peer group next summer.
May 15, 2025 -
Fantastic team of coaches!
August 2, 2016: Such a phenomenal experience all the way around. From the staff who answered to phones for Nike, to the fantastic team of coaches at Baldwin Wallace, this was the best experience possible. I was so impressed! He asked to return next year before we'd even returned home!
May 15, 2025 -
Thank you!
August 2, 2015: My son said he had the best time I’ve ever had in my whole life at your camp----so thank you!!! We’ll definitely have him attend a couple of sessions next year. It was awesome for him in so many ways!!!
May 15, 2025 -
Loved the entire experience!
August 2, 2017: My son had fun and was so exhausted he hardly noticed that he was working out almost the entire day! My son loved the entire experience. But, he could NOT stop talking about the BW facilities in particular. He loved the grounds and the FOOD!
May 15, 2025 -
Awesome Coaching!
July 28, 2015: Your staff truly inspired an abiding love of the sport. Xcelerate really lit the fire. A great investment!
May 15, 2025 -
Loved meeting new friends and interacting with the counselors!
August 2, 2017: My son loved meeting new friends and interacting with the counselors. They made the camp educational and fun at the same time! My son loved the opportunity to swim mid day. It really gave him time to recharge and focus.
May 15, 2025 -
Coaches were awesome!
July 19, 2019: My son enjoyed being away and getting a feel for what college would be like in all aspects. He got to see kids that he met his first year at camp. He thought the coaches where awesome and he is looking forward to next year. Well worth the money!
May 15, 2025 -
Loved Camp!
July 30, 2018: My son enjoyed meeting new people. He liked the fact that the camp was broken up to positional skills and he definitely learned new skills in setting up picks and rolling off picks, 5 & 5 and shooting from a question mark. As a parent, I appreciated the app and how organized drop off registration was and pick up. All of the staff were very kind and welcoming.
May 15, 2025 -
Top-Notch Instruction!
July 29, 2015: The instruction and on-field time was outstanding! We are definitely going to do it again next year!
May 15, 2025 -
Thanks for a great camp!
July 27, 2015: My son learned many new skills during the Xcelerate Nike lacrosse camp, and he had a great time while doing so. He is already looking forward to next year's camp, and we've been telling all of our lacrosse friends about it. Thanks for a great camp!
May 15, 2025 -
Great experience!
July 31, 2016: My son had never played Lacrosse before this camp. He was able to learn some very solid basic skills. He feels confident that he will be able to play with his school team this coming year. It was a great experience for him and he is happy he found a new sport to play!
May 15, 2025 -
Coaching staff exceptional!
July 23, 2018: He had the best time at camp! The coaching staff was exceptional! He learned a lot of new techniques and is asking to come back next year!
April 22, 2025 -
So much fun!
July 22, 2017: Days before the camp my son kept asking if he could stay home and not go to camp. He said he was nervous about going to camp for the week. In addition, our trampoline arrived three days prior to the start of camp. I am sure he wanted to stay and use the new trampoline. The positive is he started out asking if he could get out of camp, but he came home saying he had so much fun.
April 22, 2025 -
Fantastic experience!
July 31, 2016: This was my son's first sleep away camp, and he went in without knowing anyone. From the moment we arrived at checkin, I knew that this camp was something special. The staff is amazing and the setup is perfect (small, contained, safe feeling). By the end of the first night, I was getting a flurry of happy texts. My son got great coaching and instruction and a fantastic experience. I would honestly have paid the entire amount just for the talk the coaches gave at departure! The coaches, from the top down, knew each of the kids and said goodbye warmly at the end. The staff were good teachers and amazing role models. I've already told all the lacrosse moms in my area!
April 22, 2025 -
high energy coaches!
August 3, 2014: This was one of my son's favorite camps. The high energy coaches and fun atmosphere made the drills and learning enjoyable. He would like to do the camp again.
April 22, 2025 -
Great Camp!
August 7, 2014: Great camp well organized and kept the boys busy and happy. Great leader in Coach Lally!! Will definitely be back next year and bring some teammates.
April 22, 2025 -
Awesome Camp...Awesome Coaches!
July 20, 2018: What an awesome camp with an awesome team of coaches. My son met new friends, learned a ton about lacrosse and being a good teammate and he had so much fun. He can’t wait for next year! Thanks Xcelerate for an amazing experience!
April 22, 2025 -
made me a better player!
August 5, 2015: This camp truly made me a better player. Every drill and talk had meaning behind it, which made camp that much more special. Working with these caoches was not only fun, but a chance to see what I need to do to improve and be serious about the sport. Going to this camp has made me value the off season that much more and shown me that I need to put in the work to get the results. Thank you for making me serious about the game!
April 22, 2025 -
A Great Experience!
August 2, 2015: My son has had the time of his life! He really likes his coaches and has mentioned several times how much he has learned. He has already said he wants to go back next year! So, I guess we will see you again next summer. Thanks for all you have done to make this a great experience for my son.
April 22, 2025 -
Excited to go back!
July 20, 2018: My son loved the stringing clinic and all of the coaches. I think you also challenged him. He is excited to go back again. He also said he could have stayed for 1-2 more days.
April 22, 2025 -
Attention given to each camper is invaluable!
July 20, 2017: My son thoroughly enjoyed the whole camp experience. The highlight is the evening games and being able to use what he learned during the day in the game at night. The smaller camp makes for more coach/player interaction which is crucial for better player development and greater enjoyment for the camper. The kids really get to know the coaches and the personal interaction/attention given to each camper is invaluable.
April 22, 2025 -
Had a blast!
August 6, 2017: My son had a blast and wants to go again next year. However, he mentioned that it was not very challenging due to a lack of campers there his age. I hope he has a better peer group next summer.
April 22, 2025 -
Fantastic team of coaches!
August 2, 2016: Such a phenomenal experience all the way around. From the staff who answered to phones for Nike, to the fantastic team of coaches at Baldwin Wallace, this was the best experience possible. I was so impressed! He asked to return next year before we'd even returned home!
April 22, 2025 -
Thank you!
August 2, 2015: My son said he had the best time I’ve ever had in my whole life at your camp----so thank you!!! We’ll definitely have him attend a couple of sessions next year. It was awesome for him in so many ways!!!
April 22, 2025 -
Loved the entire experience!
August 2, 2017: My son had fun and was so exhausted he hardly noticed that he was working out almost the entire day! My son loved the entire experience. But, he could NOT stop talking about the BW facilities in particular. He loved the grounds and the FOOD!
April 22, 2025 -
Awesome Coaching!
July 28, 2015: Your staff truly inspired an abiding love of the sport. Xcelerate really lit the fire. A great investment!
April 22, 2025 -
Loved meeting new friends and interacting with the counselors!
August 2, 2017: My son loved meeting new friends and interacting with the counselors. They made the camp educational and fun at the same time! My son loved the opportunity to swim mid day. It really gave him time to recharge and focus.
April 22, 2025 -
Coaches were awesome!
July 19, 2019: My son enjoyed being away and getting a feel for what college would be like in all aspects. He got to see kids that he met his first year at camp. He thought the coaches where awesome and he is looking forward to next year. Well worth the money!
April 22, 2025 -
Loved Camp!
July 30, 2018: My son enjoyed meeting new people. He liked the fact that the camp was broken up to positional skills and he definitely learned new skills in setting up picks and rolling off picks, 5 & 5 and shooting from a question mark. As a parent, I appreciated the app and how organized drop off registration was and pick up. All of the staff were very kind and welcoming.
April 22, 2025 -
Top-Notch Instruction!
July 29, 2015: The instruction and on-field time was outstanding! We are definitely going to do it again next year!
April 22, 2025 -
Thanks for a great camp!
July 27, 2015: My son learned many new skills during the Xcelerate Nike lacrosse camp, and he had a great time while doing so. He is already looking forward to next year's camp, and we've been telling all of our lacrosse friends about it. Thanks for a great camp!
April 22, 2025 -
Great experience!
July 31, 2016: My son had never played Lacrosse before this camp. He was able to learn some very solid basic skills. He feels confident that he will be able to play with his school team this coming year. It was a great experience for him and he is happy he found a new sport to play!
April 22, 2025 -
July 18, 2023: My son liked the competition and awards
November 20, 2023 -
July 16, 2023: My son built confidence and won a stick.
November 20, 2023 -
July 16, 2023: Practicing and growing as a lacrosse player
November 20, 2023 -
July 22, 2022: The instructors were great and he loved the overall experience
November 20, 2023 -
July 17, 2023: Playing with new friends in the games and learning new skills to improve
November 20, 2023 -
July 22, 2022: There wasn't one specific thing that he pointed out as the highlight, he enjoyed every aspect!
November 20, 2023 -
July 16, 2023: My son won a skills competition for the most accurate shot- really gave his confidence a much needed boost
November 20, 2023 -
July 16, 2023: Overall positive experience. Love that pros come in. Communication and updates throughout the days on SportsYou are great.
November 20, 2023 -
July 16, 2023: My son has played Lacrosse for one season, he gained knowledge and skills from this camp. It was a great experience for him.
November 20, 2023 -
July 16, 2023: My son said the "camp"ionship was the highlight because it combined everything they learned and it was really fun to run around and just play.
November 20, 2023 -
July 19, 2023: The individual instruction my son was able to get throughout the camp. Lots of campers and lots of coaches...yet he still got numerous 1-1 instruction
November 20, 2023 -
July 16, 2023: It was Darren first camp experience for anything and he absolutely loved it, he went from being afraid to go and not really knowing anyone to being upset that the camp didn't go longer, he keeps saying he wishes that there were more camps throughout the year.
November 20, 2023 -
We are doing this next year for sure
November 20, 2023