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Camp Overview

IMPROVE YOUR GAME AND HAVE SERIOUS FUN

Join us for an incredible week at Nike Girls Soccer Camp at Howard University, in Washington D.C. Team up with Howard University Women's soccer coaching staff and players for an exceptional soccer training experience! Our curriculum blends traditional and modern coaching methods, ensuring that every camper has the opportunity to progress to a higher level of soccer play. This camp, designed for aspiring soccer players aged 6-14, promises to be a summer highlight. It offers a unique and engaging environment where campers can have fun while learning new skills, perfecting techniques, increasing game knowledge, making new friends, and enjoying the game of soccer!

Highlights Include

  • Unique and structured curriculum
  • Elite technical training & game knowledge development
  • Competitive and Fun Scrimmages
  • Low camper to coach ratio
  • Campers grouped by age and ability level
  • Nike Camp T-shirt

Camp Coaches

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    Erika Yohn

    Assistant Women's Soccer Coach - Howard University

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    Brent Leiba

    Head Women's Soccer Coach - Howard University

    In 2009, Howard University named Brent Leiba as its women's soccer head coach where he has guided the program to multiple conference titles and tournament appearances.

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    Brent Leiba

    Head Women's Soccer Coach - Howard University

    During the 2019 campaign, Howard won a program-best 14 matches en route to a share of the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) Regular Season Title. Leiba also won the league's coach of the year award. Along the way, the Bison earned numerous postseason accolades: Thalia Boucher (SWAC Co-Player of the Year; All-SWAC First Team); Kendall Macauly (SWAC Defensive Player of the Year; All-SWAC First Team); Victoria Thornton (All-SWAC Second Team); Alayah Hightower (SWAC Goalkeeper of the Year; All-SWAC First Team).

    Leiba's squad won the 2018 SWAC Tournament title with 13-7-1 mark (8-1-1 SWAC) and an appearance in the NCAA Tournament. Five Bison received postseason recognition: Makela Davidson (All-SWAC Second Team); Alayah Hightower (All-SWAC Second Team); Kendall Hamilton (All-SWAC Second Team); Kendall Macauly (All-SWAC Second Team); and Jordan Taylor (SWAC Rookie of the Year; All-SWAC First Team).

    In 2017, Leiba's group reached the SWAC Semifinals where Kela Gray and Aleeya Sawyer earned All-Tournament honors. After the regular season, Gray (All-SWAC First Team), Gabrielle Emilien (All-SWAC Second Team), Kendall Hamilton (All-SWAC Second Team), and Noelle McCullom (All-SWAC First Team) took home postseason accolades.

    In 2016, Leiba won his third consecutive coach of the year honors after leading Howard to a regular season crown with a 12-4-2 overall mark. He also saw six Bison claim league honors: Gabrielle Emilien (SWAC Goalkeeper of the Year; All-SWAC First Team); Kela Gray (All-SWAC First Team); Kendall Hamilton (SWAC Defensive Player of the Year; All-SWAC First Team); Noelle McCollom (All-SWAC First Team); Carmen Suarez (All-SWAC First Team); and Sara Vaughan (All-SWAC First Team).

    Leiba earned the 2015 SWAC Coach of the Year award after guiding the No. 4 seeded Bison to its second straight tournament championship and first appearance in the NCAA Tourney. Along the way, five student-athletes received postseason recognition: Rasheeda Ansari (All-SWAC Second Team); Mackenzie Diotte (All-SWAC Second Team); Kela Gray (All-SWAC First Team); Kendall Hamilton (All-SWAC First Team); Sara Vaughn (All-SWAC Second Team).

    The crowning achievement of Leiba's career came in 2014, when Howard took the SWAC by storm in their inaugural season with the conference, going 13-9-1 and winning the regular season & tournament championships.

    Leiba came to Howard with several years of coaching experience at various levels of competition. He has been on the coaching staff of the Washington Freedom since 2001 and was the head girls varsity coach at Robert E. Lee High School in Springfield, Va. Leiba was also served stints as the head coach and head athletic trainer with the Springfield Youth Club Xtreme, Lee Mount Vernon club team and Springfield Youth Club Xplosion.

    A 2001 graduate of George Mason, Leiba was a four-year letterwinner on the Patriot soccer team and received academic honors during his tenure at George Mason.

    Brent Leiba Head Coaching Record
    YearTeamRecordPostseason
    2009Howard5-11-2
    2010Howard6-10
    2011Howard4-12-1
    2012Howard4-16-2
    2013Howard6-7-2
    2014Howard13-9-1SWAC Regular Season & Tournament Champions
    2015Howard13-8-2SWAC Tournament Champions (NCAA Appearance)
    2016Howard13-5-2SWAC Regular Season Champion
    2017Howard9-10-1SWAC Semifinals
    2018Howard13-7-1SWAC Tournament Champion (NCAA Appearance)
    2019Howard14-4Co-SWAC Regular Season Champion (SWAC Title Match)
    2020Howardn/aSeason Canceled Due to COVID-19
    2021Howard6-5-3
    Career12 years106-104-173 SWAC Regular Season Championships; 3 SWAC Tournament Championships (2 NCAA Appearances)
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    Ellis Pierre

    Assistant Women's Soccer Coach - Howard University

  • NADIR MOUMEN 150x150

    Nadir Moumen

    Assistant Women's Soccer Coach - Howard University

Camp Details

SECURE YOUR SPOT!

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

CAMP INFO:

  • Camp Dates: Future dates coming soon. Sign up for the priority list today!

  • Ages: 6-14

  • Gender: Girls

  • Half-Day Hours: 9am-12pm

  • Full-Day Hours: 9am-3pm

  • Meals: Lunch is NOT provided
  • Location: Howard University - Greene Stadium

*Check-in starts 15 minutes before camp start time

CAMP DETAILS

This program is geared toward Player Development & High-Performance campers. Players will work on mastering the proper fundamentals, techniques and advancing their overall skills and knowledge of the game. A great opportunity for players to learn through a mix of drills, games, and competitive play. With a number of different camp options for all to enjoy!

SKILL LEVELS

Player Development is for campers of all skill levels. These camps are designed to maximize player participation and ensure each camper develops in all aspects of the game in a fun and engaging environment. Coaches will implement a wide range of technical, physical, and tactical activities with a focus on fun so campers get to improve with a smile on their faces.
High Performance is for campers looking to improve their game in a fun and fast-paced environment. These camps are designed so players leave the camp week more prepared for their club and high school seasons. Experienced coaches will provide campers with a fresh perspective and challenge them to develop technical, tactical, physical, and psychological aspects of their game through a progressive curriculum.

*NOTE: If you believe your camper should be in a different skill level than the age requirement listed, please add a note at check-out and mention it to the camp director on day 1.

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!

The information below is based on previous years and is subject to change each year.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?

  • Instruction: Training from the Howard University Women's Soccer coaches & players.

  • Day campers: Lunch or snacks are not provided. Please bring a packed lunch. There will be a water station available to fill up and stay hydrated

  • Supervision: Staff members are strategically placed throughout the camp to provide optimal supervision and participate in all activities

  • Camp T-shirt: All campers receive a Nike Soccer Camps t-shirt

INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, & FACILITY

  • Ratio: Low camper-to-coach ratio

  • Groupings: Campers are grouped by age, ability, and experience

  • Equipment Needed: All campers must bring soccer cleats, shin guards, athletic shoes, and a water bottle.

  • Facility: Howard University - Greene Stadium

  • 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

CHECKLIST OF THINGS TO BRING:

Below is a suggested list of clothes, equipment, and personal items. US Sports Camps is NOT responsible for lost or stolen articles or money.

  • Athletic clothing
  • Soccer Cleats (no metal studs)
  • Shin guards
  • Water bottle
  • Sunblock
  • Packed lunch and snacks
  • Small gym bag/backpack

SOCCER BALLS

Nike Soccer Camp Balls can be purchased during registration. Players can choose between a size 3, 4 or 5 ball, which will be shipped out once the order has processed. Shipping is included in the listed price. Please note that it is not required to bring a soccer ball to camp as they are provided by the staff for camp instruction. All sales are final.

TEAM DISCOUNT

If you have a group of 4 or more campers registering for the same camp, each camper is eligible for a $25 discount. If you have a group of 8 or more campers registering for the same camp, each camper is eligible for a $30 discount. Please fill out the Team Discount - Soccer form with the name of your group and the names of each camper enrolling in the camp and we will create a unique discount code for your group.

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.

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.

COMPANY POLICIES

For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.

NIKE SOCCER CAMP FAQ

For general questions about our soccer camps please see our FAQ page.

***Camps are open to any and all entrants. Enrollment in our camps is limited only by age, gender, and capacity restrictions as specified by each camp.

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Important Information & Sample Daily Schedule

Equipment Needed All campers must bring soccer cleats, shin guards, athletic shoes, and a water bottle.

9:00am Check-in

9:00-9:30am Rosters and juggling

9:30-10:00am Speed, agility, quickness drills

10:00-10:30am Technical introduction

10:30-11:00am Technical development

11:00-11:45am Full pressure activity

12:00-12:45pm Lunch/Snack Break

12:45-1:45pm Small-sided games

1:45-2:45pm Scrimmages

2:45pm Wrap up

3:00pm Campers depart

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Howard University - Greene Stadium

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