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All Reviews about Xcelerate Nike Girls Lacrosse Camp at Pacific Lutheran University

15 Reviews

  • My daughter had fun, made new friends, and learned new skills. Her favorite thing about camp was having a coach that was as excited about coaching defense as she is about playing defense! She's frustrated that it's always the same passing, shooting and ground ball drills at every camp, but not at this one! They provided a diverse range of activities and drills, in a different way, keeping it interesting and challenging for all of the players.
  • LOVED Camp!

    Our daughter loved it. LOVED it! She believes her skills were greatly approved and we wish we had done this camp for her years ago. Thank you!
  • Great Experience!

    My daughter met some new friends & really felt like she improved her lacrosse skills!
  • LOVED Camp!

    Our daughter loved it. LOVED it! She believes her skills were greatly approved and we wish we had done this camp for her years ago. Thank you!
  • Great Experience!

    My daughter met some new friends & really felt like she improved her lacrosse skills!
  • My daughter had fun, made new friends, and learned new skills. Her favorite thing about camp was having a coach that was as excited about coaching defense as she is about playing defense! She's frustrated that it's always the same passing, shooting and ground ball drills at every camp, but not at this one! They provided a diverse range of activities and drills, in a different way, keeping it interesting and challenging for all of the players.
  • My camper returned from camp with a renewed confidence and self-driven desire to take her lacrosse play to the next level. The counselor/coaches were knowledgeable, encouraging and inspired her. The camp delivered and more.
  • Watching my girls comeback full of confidence and humble and positive self esteem.
  • Organized, learning new skills, scrimmaging
  • Learning new skills and meeting new friends
  • Friends made; increased stamina and skills
  • My daughter got alot of Goalie time
  • The quality of the coaches
  • Focused Goalie Training
  • This is a great camp!

Camp Overview

2026 EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT CAMP PRICES ARE LIVE!

OUR 18TH YEAR IN WASHINGTON!

Spend a week at Pacific Lutheran University where lacrosse and summer fun come together. Our camp gives players the chance to improve their skills, boost confidence, and enjoy the game they love in a supportive, high-energy environment.

Led by Pacific Lutheran Head Coach Melanie Rizzotti, our experienced coaches and college players guide campers through engaging drills, small-sided games, and team challenges that help them develop technique, practice strategy, and play creatively on the field. Off the field, campers connect with friends, take part in fun activities, and enjoy a safe, welcoming environment.

From learning new plays to making new friends, every day is about playing lacrosse, growing as a player, and making memories that last beyond camp.

Register today and join us at our Pacific Lutheran University Summer Lacrosse Camp!

🎁 Bonus: Be one of the first 10 campers to register and receive a FREE NIKE LACROSSE HEAD on Day 1 of camp!

Highlights Include

  • TEAM DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE
  • High School, Middle School, and Youth Skills Camp for Girls 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

Camp Coaches

  • Melanie Rizzotti

    Melanie Rizzotti

    Camp Director

    Directing camp this summer will be PLU Head Coach Melanie Rizzotti!

    Melanie Rizzotti

    Melanie Rizzotti

    Camp Director

    Melanie Rizzotti joined the Lute coaching staff in June of 2023 as the first ever head coach of the varsity women's lacrosse program.

    "We're excited to welcome Melanie into the Lute community as our first-ever varsity head coach. You couldn't ask for a better leader to navigate the women's lacrosse program's transition to a varsity sport and under her direction, I can't wait to see the team make their varsity debut in spring of 2025," said Athletic Director Mike Snyder.

    "Melanie checked all the boxes we were looking for in a head coach. She has previous head coaching experience and understands the Division III philosophy as a former student-athlete at Whittier. An added bonus is her familiarity with the Pacific Northwest, having grown up in western Washington."

    Rizzotti comes to Luteville after spending the previous two seasons at Division II University of Charleston. The Mukilteo, Washington native began her tenure with the Golden Eagles as a. graduate assistant in 2022 before being elevated to head coach for the 2023 season.

    Charleston tied a school record for wins in Rizzotti’s first season at the helm, winning eight games while setting a school record for conference wins after closing the Mountain East Conference slate with a 7-3 mark. Rizzotti’s Golden Eagles were edged in the MEC Tournament by eventual champion Notre Dame College.

    Prior to Charleston, Rizzotti served as head junior varsity coach at Seattle Preparatory School for three seasons.

    As a student-athlete, Rizzotti was named to the All-Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Sportsmanship Team while playing at Division III Whittier College. A midfielder for the Poets, Rizzotti played in 61 games over her four year career, scoring 23 goals with seven assists and 79 ground balls.

    Rizzotti graduated from Whittier College with a degree in sociology while earning a master’s in business administration from Charleston.

  • Xcelerate Girls Coach

    Xcelerate Girls Coaching Staff

    Coaches

    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 is built on confidence, creativity, and fun. Through innovative drills, small-sided games, position-specific training, and team-based competition, players sharpen their skills and elevate their understanding of the game. By week’s end, campers leave with a higher lacrosse IQ, improved fundamentals, new friends and mentors, and a renewed passion for the sport.

SECURE YOUR SPOT!

You can expect high demand for these first-come-first-served camper spots, so please be sure to register early.

2026 OVERVIEW
  • Dates: July 26-30
  • Age Group: 10-18
  • Gender: Girls
  • Camp Type: Overnight, Extended Day (commuter)
  • Check-In: Overnight Campers: Check-in Sunday between 1:00-2:30pm at Tingelstad Hall. Extended Day Campers: Check-in Sunday between 2:00-2:30pm at Tingelstad Hall.
    • Late check-in available to campers on Sunday due to possible tournament play
  • Check-out: Check-out between 11:00am-12:00pm at Tingelstad Hall.
  • Extended Day Schedule: SUN 2:00PM-8:45PM, MON-WED 9:00AM-8:45PM, 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

Pacific Lutheran University
Tingelstad Hall
609 125th St S
Tacoma, WA 98447

  • Click Here for Directions - Parking available near dorm.
CHECK-IN

Sunday, July 26th

  • Overnight Campers: Check-in between 1:00-2:30pm at Tingelstad Hall.
  • Extended Day Campers: Check-in between 2:00-2:30pm at Tingelstad Hall.
  • Camp will begin with an orientation at 2:45pm, followed by our first field session and evening meal.
  • LATE CHECK-IN available for those campers arriving after lacrosse tournaments. Simply let us know a week before camp starts and we'll have someone ready to help you check-in when you arrive on campus.
CHECK-OUT

Thursday, July 30th

  • Check-out between 11:00am-12:00pm at Tingelstad Hall.
2026 HOUSING
  • Dorm: Tingelstad 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: No air-conditioning - please BRING A FAN

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 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
  • Personal Items
  • Protective Goggles
  • Mouthpiece
  • Lacrosse Stick
  • Goalies Must Have Full Protective Equipment
  • Water Bottle
  • Sunscreen
  • Extra Towels
  • Pillow & Pillowcase
  • Off-field clothes
  • Spending money (we recommend $50 or so)
  • Fan needed - dorms are not 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:

  • Sunday Check-in between 2:00pm-2:30pm at Tingelstad Hall. Camp will begin with an orientation at 2:45pm, followed by our first field session and evening meal. First day pick up is 9:00pm at Tingelstad Hall.
  • Monday, 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: SUN 2:00PM-8:45PM, MON-WED 9:00AM-8:45PM, 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.

DAILY 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 is 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

5:00 PM Dinner

6:15 PM Team Instruction, Games

8:45 PM Extended Day Campers Depart

9:00 PM Free Time, Camp Store

10:30 PM Lights Out!

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Pacific Lutheran University

Located in the Parkland neighborhood of Tacoma, Washington, PLU is set in a region that offers vast opportunities for outdoor recreation, culture and sports.

WHAT FAMILIES SAY ABOUT Xcelerate Nike Girls Lacrosse Camp at Pacific Lutheran University

15 Reviews

  • My daughter had fun, made new friends, and learned new skills. Her favorite thing about camp was having a coach that was as excited about coaching defense as she is about playing defense! She's frustrated that it's always the same passing, shooting and ground ball drills at every camp, but not at this one! They provided a diverse range of activities and drills, in a different way, keeping it interesting and challenging for all of the players.
  • LOVED Camp!

    Our daughter loved it. LOVED it! She believes her skills were greatly approved and we wish we had done this camp for her years ago. Thank you!
  • Great Experience!

    My daughter met some new friends & really felt like she improved her lacrosse skills!
  • LOVED Camp!

    Our daughter loved it. LOVED it! She believes her skills were greatly approved and we wish we had done this camp for her years ago. Thank you!
  • Great Experience!

    My daughter met some new friends & really felt like she improved her lacrosse skills!
  • My daughter had fun, made new friends, and learned new skills. Her favorite thing about camp was having a coach that was as excited about coaching defense as she is about playing defense! She's frustrated that it's always the same passing, shooting and ground ball drills at every camp, but not at this one! They provided a diverse range of activities and drills, in a different way, keeping it interesting and challenging for all of the players.
  • My camper returned from camp with a renewed confidence and self-driven desire to take her lacrosse play to the next level. The counselor/coaches were knowledgeable, encouraging and inspired her. The camp delivered and more.
  • Watching my girls comeback full of confidence and humble and positive self esteem.
  • Organized, learning new skills, scrimmaging
  • Learning new skills and meeting new friends
  • Friends made; increased stamina and skills
  • My daughter got alot of Goalie time
  • The quality of the coaches
  • Focused Goalie Training
  • This is a great camp!

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