Cal Boys Soccer Camp

All Reviews about Cal Boys Soccer Camp

• my son had the most fun this was an incredible camp.
• Their favorite experience was world Cup games, new friends.
• The part they couldn't stop talking about was winning achievement stickers.
• My camper's favorite part was scrimmages and daily recognitions.
• Good mix of drills and scrimmages.
• The highlight for my son was overnight stay; playing with the older kids.
• What they liked best was world Cup & frequent sunscreen application.
• Making personal connections with the coaches.
• They especially enjoyed playing at Edwards stadium (impeccable grass).
• my son had the most fun world cup & scrimmages, pod points, stickers,.
• Their favorite experience was interaction between participants and the coaches.
• My kid loved getting to play soccer on college campus
• Overall experience and kids playing with college players
• scrimmages, college talk, watching the Cal team game in the evening
• It was so organized and my son came home with great stories each day
• meeting the coaches and experiencing a high level of play at the camp
• My child came home with fun stories to share with me. This is not a frequent occurrence.
• Having the kids experience what college life looks like and the experience of working with amazing coaches
• Small group size resulting in strong interactions with staff. Rooming with players from out of state was positive.
• My son (11) was so excited to be on his own in the environment and I think it will be a formative experience for him.
• Opportunity to play with a motivated and skilled set of players in a competitive environment while getting D1 coach feedback
• Coaches were great - bonded with the kids. The activities were really fun. My son typically doesn’t love camp but he really enjoyed this one.
• My child loved learning from the coaches.
• My camper's favorite part was personal interaction and feedback from college coaches.
• AWESOME COLLEGE CAMP ID FOR POTENTIAL FUTURE RECRUITING
• The professionalism in which the camp is run and the number of qualified trainers/coaches at the event.
• I just wanted to say thank you for providing a positive, high quality camp for my son, during your July 11-14 camp. It was his first time to your camp and we came from Seattle really not knowing what to expect. Quality goalkeeping sessions are hard to come by in our area and I had to email and let you know what a positive impact your team of goalkeeping coaches had on my son. Your coaches not only gave him great technical training, but inspired him to come home and work hard on the new things he learned. I want to add that your speech about the importance of academics was priceless. My son really heard you and although he is a good student already, it helps to re-affirm everything he hears from me about how hard he has to work to achieve his goals. I now have an aspiring Cal Bear on my hands, which was is great! Please let your staff know what a great job they did and what an impact he is having on kids at such an important age. We will definitely be back next year! Thanks again to you and your team.
• He learned all around soccer skills and had his first taste of dormitory life! Along with the soccer piece, being on a big time college campus and getting to practice on great facilities. First time participant and my son will be back.
• I found this experience educational and challenging and would highly recommend to others. I am looking forward to attending next year and will also do overnight.
• Max said this was one of the best camps he has ever been to. From what he told me (in my words) it was the high level skill set of the campers attending, the quality and preparedness of the staff and the programming that kept him engaged and wanting to perform at a higher level. Also it sounded like there was some camaraderie amongst the players and he even met a few new friends, which doesn't always happen when he has gone to camps in the past. Next year he wants to sign up for more than just one week. Hopefully we can get back the longer days that you have offered in the past. Thank you for having camp this year!
• Felt challenged Really liked the coaching Everyone was positive and it was a fun environment
• Wonderful experience for Wyatt. He had a blast and really appreciate the coaching. Thanks so much for putting this together!
• working with Coach Alec in the small sided possession games and then using what we learned there in the 11v11 games. Playing in the games was fun.
• JJ loved the Cal experience. He's done other camps over the years and by far this one has been his favorite. He enjoyed the intensity, the coaching and meeting kids from other areas. (One from Hawaii and one from the East Coast.)
• I learned the importance of communication as a team and how to work better as a team by keeping possession of the ball in a game.The training and tactics sessions were my favorite.
• Positive Coaching staff, Great facilities & Technically very good. 100% Happy .
• The level of instruction was phenomenal. For our 10 year old son, who was experiencing his first overnight camp the Nike Berkeley camp was perfect. He felt safe and secure. The dorms were safe and well supervised. As an advanced Club Soccer Player he was challenged by the coaches. In particular he loved the competitive and well organized scrimmages at the end of each training session. He is returning next year, with his 9 year old brother too!
• My son enhanced knowledge of when to play ball with right foot and when left. He loves this camp, the soccer, the mates, the game, the balance of play and drills, the food, the coaches the dorms. Already planning for next year!
• Nike Soccer Camp was a great experience for our son. He was really motivated to learn and to improve, even after his week at camp. He was exposed to a great ambiance, with participants coming from all over the country. Some campers even traveled here from outside of the US. The camp also provided a safe atmosphere for the participants to learn, and the college/dorm experience was a plus because it gave our teenager something more to strive for in the years to come. Being coached by a collegiate staff and players gave the boys something to emulate for their upcoming college years. All in all the experience was exceptional, even the food was great!
• Our kids have attended Soccer Camps in Southern California. The location of the camp at CSUCI was a perfect location with perfect weather. The college during the Summer is empty and the only group of people were the soccer camp kids. Parking was ample for parents. Our kids were very, very happy with the food! They now want to go and play at the college level because soccer is fun and the food in the cafeteria is great! The coaches provide positive feedback and the group of coaches are well rounded individuals with rich and unique soccer personal experiences at the many different levels.
• The Nike Soccer Camp at Berkeley is outstanding. We have our son playing at the Gold Level in club and we feel this camp offers outstanding coaching and overall training. The location is unparalleled and the housing fantastic. This is the second year our oldest son has attended and our younger so will be attending next year as well. The boys are well supervised but also expected to manage their time properly, get to the cafeteria on time, be prepared in a timely manner for the group departure to the fields, and very importantly, how to be accountable for their kit and gear at all times. My son has made friends from New York, Los Angeles, Australia and the Philippines while attending. I enthusiastically recommend this camp.
• Great skill training, the camp participants were of a very high level as were the coaches. It was serious but he still had fun. And he was extremely tired by the end of the four days!
• My son loved Nike Soccer Camp at Cal. He enjoyed everything from the challenging skills development to staying in the dorms. Watching the World Cup on the big screen at the Cal stadium during practice was an added bonus!
• Jan 6, 2020: Jackson had a great time with a high level of competition. This is my son's dream school and the third time at the camp. He has enjoyed it every time.
• June 19. 2021: Great opportunity to scrimmage against players from outside his club. He had a blast with the different games and exercises. Had fun with the coaches.
• I would highly recommend this camp to others of any skill level. After spending the week with this organization I feel more confident in my skills and abilities. This camp allowed me to grow and test my skills against older kids in the advanced session versus the beginner due to my age.
• I loved the value offered by this camp. It offered full immersion in a soccer experience with excellent coaching and lots of intensity.
• Jan 6, 2020: Jackson had a great time with a high level of competition. This is my son's dream school and the third time at the camp. He has enjoyed it every time.
• June 19. 2021: Great opportunity to scrimmage against players from outside his club. He had a blast with the different games and exercises. Had fun with the coaches.
• I would highly recommend this camp to others of any skill level. After spending the week with this organization I feel more confident in my skills and abilities. This camp allowed me to grow and test my skills against older kids in the advanced session versus the beginner due to my age.
• I loved the value offered by this camp. It offered full immersion in a soccer experience with excellent coaching and lots of intensity.
• The Nike Soccer Camp at Berkeley is outstanding. We have our son playing at the Gold Level in club and we feel this camp offers outstanding coaching and overall training. The location is unparalleled and the housing fantastic. This is the second year our oldest son has attended and our younger so will be attending next year as well. The boys are well supervised but also expected to manage their time properly, get to the cafeteria on time, be prepared in a timely manner for the group departure to the fields, and very importantly, how to be accountable for their kit and gear at all times. My son has made friends from New York, Los Angeles, Australia and the Philippines while attending. I enthusiastically recommend this camp.
• He loved all of it!
• Great skill training, the camp participants were of a very high level as were the coaches. It was serious but he still had fun. And he was extremely tired by the end of the four days!
• Setting, climate, friendly staff, well-organized, fun.
• My son loved Nike Soccer Camp at Cal. He enjoyed everything from the challenging skills development to staying in the dorms. Watching the World Cup on the big screen at the Cal stadium during practice was an added bonus!
• Wonderful experience for Wyatt. He had a blast and really appreciate the coaching. Thanks so much for putting this together!
• JJ loved the Cal experience. He's done other camps over the years and by far this one has been his favorite. He enjoyed the intensity, the coaching and meeting kids from other areas. (One from Hawaii and one from the East Coast.)
• I learned the importance of communication as a team and how to work better as a team by keeping possession of the ball in a game.The training and tactics sessions were my favorite.
• Positive Coaching staff, Great facilities & Technically very good. 100% Happy .
• The level of instruction was phenomenal. For our 10 year old son, who was experiencing his first overnight camp the Nike Berkeley camp was perfect. He felt safe and secure. The dorms were safe and well supervised. As an advanced Club Soccer Player he was challenged by the coaches. In particular he loved the competitive and well organized scrimmages at the end of each training session. He is returning next year, with his 9 year old brother too!
• My son enhanced knowledge of when to play ball with right foot and when left. He loves this camp, the soccer, the mates, the game, the balance of play and drills, the food, the coaches the dorms. Already planning for next year!
• Nike Soccer Camp was a great experience for our son. He was really motivated to learn and to improve, even after his week at camp. He was exposed to a great ambiance, with participants coming from all over the country. Some campers even traveled here from outside of the US. The camp also provided a safe atmosphere for the participants to learn, and the college/dorm experience was a plus because it gave our teenager something more to strive for in the years to come. Being coached by a collegiate staff and players gave the boys something to emulate for their upcoming college years. All in all the experience was exceptional, even the food was great!
• Our kids have attended Soccer Camps in Southern California. The location of the camp at CSUCI was a perfect location with perfect weather. The college during the Summer is empty and the only group of people were the soccer camp kids. Parking was ample for parents. Our kids were very, very happy with the food! They now want to go and play at the college level because soccer is fun and the food in the cafeteria is great! The coaches provide positive feedback and the group of coaches are well rounded individuals with rich and unique soccer personal experiences at the many different levels.
• Felt challenged Really liked the coaching Everyone was positive and it was a fun environment
• He enjoys all of the training and playing time he gets while there. He also forms friendships with kids his age (especially since the rooms are usually grouped by age for the overnight campers) and they keep in touch after as well. Also, this was my son’s 4th year attending and the coaches recognize him and can tell if he’s made progress since the previous year. That means a lot to him because there’s a personal connection these coaches make and that’s so valuable to him. He loves it when he sees one of them at other clinics and they recognize him and take the time to chat with him.
• The culture of Cal Camp is always positive and supportive. My camper was able to increase his confidence and try new skills, even when it took many attempts to master a new trick. This camp gives youth a chance to build resilience and practice persistence in a supportive, fun community. The counselors are wonderful, and always model enjoying the process and putting safety first. Valuable life lessons that apply far beyond the soccer camp
• This is a very intense 4 day camp for elite players or those wanting to bring their game to the next level. You son will enjoy the personal attention they receive.
• He loves training in the morning and playing games in the afternoon and receiving coaching from the coaches.
• My son is 11 years old and this was his first sleep away camp. He didn't know anyone else going to camp that week, but made so many new friends by the time he left. He is a very picky eater, and so we were worried about that, but he ended up really liking the food and it wasn't an issue at all. He had so much fun and learned a lot. His coach for the week was one of the keepers on the UC Berkeley team and he was so amazed by that and really admired him. I would highly recommend this camp to others, and I will certainly send my son again next year. It was a great experience for him in both improving his soccer skills and in boosting his confidence. He can't wait to go again next summer.
• My 10 year-old son has been going to Nike California Soccer Academy at UC Berkeley for the last three years and he looks forward to returning each year. It's a great mix of fun, athletic intensity, soccer skills and friends. The coaches are great and the UC Berkeley venue is a plus! Highly recommended.
• Overall this camp was a positive experience for our son. He enjoyed the coaches and the kids and the food! He came home pumped up and really excited about soccer. He liked the camp because he was able to work on basic skills and therefore improved on his first touch and ball control.
• My son John had an AMAZING experience. We traveled from Chicago to attend this camp. It was everything expected and more. My son LOVED war, having the chance to play with the older kids, and learn new skills. He’s looking forward to showing his new moves on the field. By Gods grace we will be back next year. Special thanks to Goose, Dragon, and Coach Jake.
• I had a lot of fun especially playing the in games and competing against each other. I improved my passing skills by doing possession drills and I also improved my defending skills and how to tactically think.
• It's my son's third year attending the camp. It doesn't get any better than this camp. My son is a gold player and every year he gets better after attending camp but more importantly he meets new kids and has a blast! The coaches are top-notch!
• William loved it. He told me daily about what he learned and how fun the coaches were. He also enjoyed meeting new kids. He is looking forward to camp in July. Thank you for making this a fun experience for him!
• My 10 year old had a great time at camp! The drills were fun, he learned new soccer tricks for field play, and he got helpful tips on his kicking technique! The coaches were enthusiastic, supportive and encouraging!
• Amir has participated in many different soccer camps over the past 5 years and your camp was in his top 2!!!! We will definitely be back next year! Thank you!
• I enjoyed playing with the seniors and playing well against them. It was great having the coaches watch me play. The drills and small sided scrimmages were fun. I also went to check out the soccer field and the campus. I definitely want to go to college at Cal!
• He learned all around soccer skills and had his first taste of dormitory life! Along with the soccer piece, being on a big time college campus and getting to practice on great facilities. First time participant and my son will be back.
• I found this experience educational and challenging and would highly recommend to others. I am looking forward to attending next year and will also do overnight.
• Max said this was one of the best camps he has ever been to. From what he told me (in my words) it was the high level skill set of the campers attending, the quality and preparedness of the staff and the programming that kept him engaged and wanting to perform at a higher level. Also it sounded like there was some camaraderie amongst the players and he even met a few new friends, which doesn't always happen when he has gone to camps in the past. Next year he wants to sign up for more than just one week. Hopefully we can get back the longer days that you have offered in the past. Thank you for having camp this year!
• I just wanted to say thank you for providing a positive, high quality camp for my son, during your July 11-14 camp. It was his first time to your camp and we came from Seattle really not knowing what to expect. Quality goalkeeping sessions are hard to come by in our area and I had to email and let you know what a positive impact your team of goalkeeping coaches had on my son. Your coaches not only gave him great technical training, but inspired him to come home and work hard on the new things he learned. I want to add that your speech about the importance of academics was priceless. My son really heard you and although he is a good student already, it helps to re-affirm everything he hears from me about how hard he has to work to achieve his goals. I now have an aspiring Cal Bear on my hands, which was is great! Please let your staff know what a great job they did and what an impact he is having on kids at such an important age. We will definitely be back next year! Thanks again to you and your team.
• Will continues to have fun and learn from the coaches. He also continues to make new friends from different clubs and areas of the country. His favorite part of the camps have been working with members of the Men's Soccer team. As a parent of someone who is just getting started, it's really wonderful to know that these young men remember their journey as well. Thank you!
• Being able to meet new people. Realizing that we travel 4 hrs by car and people are willing to book a flight to attend the camp. I noticed that being able to attend the camp was appreciated by our camper.
• This is Will's third summer doing Cal Soccer Camp and he enjoys working with the coaches and the team. He also enjoys meeting new friends and exchanging experiences.
• My son met new friends, some of which will be going to his new middle school. He also loved the World Cup tournament at the end of camp.
• My 13 year old son flying solo and making new friends, engaged coaches, and expanding his world view beyond middle school and local club.
• My son Michael really enjoyed the camp and was able to try different positions, and play 11 side games on the last day.
• My son really enjoyed this camp. He always talked about the scrimmages, the joke game and capture the flag.
• Attentive coaching. My son came away feeling recognized by all the coaches, even ones who he did not play for.
• The coaching staff was fantastic and very knowledgeable. Each day, the coaches were buzzing at camp!
• My boys meeting other peers in competing clubs. My boys excited to return all week for more.
• My child really connected with his coaches. They inspired him to keep playing soccer.
• The first day he came home and said "I loved it!". - this was true the entire week
• Kids had a really fun time. The daily character trait focus was amazing.
• Showing your best skills to scouts from different states of the country.
• My son stuck with it and enjoyed the game on the last day.
• games, team work, chemistry, penalties and world cup
• Luke loved the themes: dye hair, face paint, etc
• The Cal players and young coaches whom my son loved
• Staff was very friendly and receptive to my son.
• Kids had good things to say when they came home
• Playing with other players I haven't met before
• The scrimmages were really fun for my child.
• play with players from the different clubs
• Interacting with the Cal coaches
• Allen, the coach from Guatemala
• Seeing my sons confidence
• the focus on technical skills
• learning how to do the marodona
• level of support and knowledge
• Talking with coaches
• It was a great experience with helpful drills and advises how to improve and get better as a soccer player. I always wanted to play soccer for Cal Berkeley since the first time I visited the campus and watched a game. I hope that one day I will be scouted by Cal Berkeley coaches and invited to the team in order my dream comes true. Thank you for teaching me a good and smart soccer!
• The Nike Cal Soccer Camp was a great all around experience. I felt really accepted, even though I did not do the overnight. The staff there was great, and the facilities were amazing as well. The intensity was great, and the coaches made sure to push all the players to their bests.
• Nike Cal camp gives players an intense soccer experience on a college campus. It a great way to inspire players and get a great soccer experience.
• Justin had a lot of fun at the camps and got a chance to work with Cal coaches.
• Awesome camp that helped me focus on the goalkeeping techniques I needed to improve on and so cool to train with CAL Bear players and coaches! Go Bears!
• Justin had a lot of fun at the camps and got a chance to work with Cal coaches.
• Robin loved playing the four goal game and learning new moves.
• Awesome camp that helped me focus on the goalkeeping techniques I needed to improve on and so cool to train with CAL Bear players and coaches! Go Bears!
• Nike Cal camp gives players an intense soccer experience on a college campus. It a great way to inspire players and get a great soccer experience.
• Overall outstanding camp. Great coaching and great off field accommodations including dorms, food, etc. He learned new some new skills such as explosive high dives, knowing when to catch the ball or tip it over the crossbar and knowing which hand to do it with. Great experience from start to finish. Well run, organized, a great experience for a young athlete!
• The coaches handled the campers in a professional way as opposed to just recreational. It gives the recreational player a real view of what is required to play in a professional league. The campers learn independence within safety guidelines. The program promotes team building. It is just an overall great opportunity and program for children of various ages.
• The Nike Cal Soccer Camp was a great all around experience. I felt really accepted, even though I did not do the overnight. The staff there was great, and the facilities were amazing as well. The intensity was great, and the coaches made sure to push all the players to their bests.
• It was a great experience with helpful drills and advises how to improve and get better as a soccer player. I always wanted to play soccer for Cal Berkeley since the first time I visited the campus and watched a game. I hope that one day I will be scouted by Cal Berkeley coaches and invited to the team in order my dream comes true. Thank you for teaching me a good and smart soccer!