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Nike Soccer Camps
Nike Soccer Camps is thrilled to offer its winter and summer programs at Loyola Marymount University. Open to players of all ability levels, the camp offers a unique opportunity to train under Next Athletes’ staff of college coaches and athletes in a fun environment. The program focuses on position-specific training, offensive and defensive skill-work, set plays, and footwork.
Summer Overnight Camp (June 29 - July 2)
Register for our overnight camp at LMU and enjoy an immersive on-campus experience. Campers reside in the campus dormitories in adjacent rooms to the camp staff while training with current and former college coaches and athletes. The tuition includes housing, meals, fun evening activities, and college recruiting and sports psychology seminars. This program is open to players of all ability levels, ages 10-17.
Summer Day Camp (June 29 - July 2)
Nike Soccer Camps also offers a summer day camp program for local players ages 8-17. This program runs 9:00am-4:00pm (schedule varies by day) and includes daytime training only. Campers must bring their own lunch or purchase on campus.
The Nike Soccer Camp at LMU is open to any and all entrants and limited only by number, age and gender. The Nike Soccer Camp at Loyola Marymount University is not owned, sponsored, co-sponsored or controlled by the University.
Highlights Include
- Top tier collegiate coaches, high school coaches, and student athletes
- Daily morning and afternoon training sessions
- Low camper to coach ratio
- Sports psychology seminars and college recruitment education
- Every camper receives a Nike Soccer Camp t-shirt
- Every camper is eligible to receive merit-based prizes during camp
- Team Discounts for groups of 4 or more! Request your discount code through our team discount form below
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director Westy McQueen
Westy McQueen is the owner and camp director for Next Athletes, operator of Nike Sports Camps. Westy has over 10 years of experience operating youth programs and has designed the Next Athletes programs with the purpose of providing a truly memorable, athletic development experience for each child.
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Soccer Director Bello Alhassan
Bello Alhassan is an assistant men’s soccer coach at Arizona Western University and serves as soccer director for Next Athletes and Nike Soccer Camps.
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Coach Hope McQueen
Hope is a former Division I and semi-professional soccer player and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience as a high-level athlete.
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Support Staff Kacie Oliver
Kacie Oliver is a former Division I soccer player and coach for San Diego Force Soccer Club. Coach Kacie serves as a support staff member for Next Athletes’ Nike Sports Camps.
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Certified Athletic Trainer Kulsum Baig
Kulsum Baig is a certified athletic trainer and handles all athletic training needs for Next Athletes’ Nike Sports Camps. With a Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training from San Diego State University and a Graduate Certificate in Musculoskeletal Injury Management from the University of Kentucky, Kulsum has worked with athletes at the high school, collegiate, and clinical levels.
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Assistant Women’s Soccer Coach, LA Valley College Stacey Rodwell
Stacey Rodwell is an assistant women’s soccer coach at LA Valley College and serves as a lead coach for Next Athletes’ Nike Soccer Camps.
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Head Women's Soccer Coach - Cuyamaca College Anais Thompson
Coach Thompson is the head women’s soccer coach at Cuyamaca College and serves as a lead coach for Next Athletes and Nike Soccer Camps.
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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.
SUMMER CAMP INFO:
Camp Dates: June 29 - July 2, 2025 (Sun-Wed)
Ages: 8-17
Day Camp: 8-17
Overnight Camp: 10-17
Gender: Coed
Options: Day (9am-4pm) & Overnight
- First day check-in: Please use the linked campus map if you have any questions.
- Overnight: 11:30am-12:00pm at Lawton Plaza
- Day Campers: 12:00-12:30pm at Lawton Plaza
- Orientation (All Campers): 12:30-12:45pm
- Last day check-out: Following the closing ceremony at 12:30pm on Wednesday at Lawton Plaza
- Meals: Meals are provided for overnight campers. Day campers are required to bring their own lunch daily
- Apparel: All campers should arrive at check-in dressed in their athletic apparel and ready to train.
- Note: Following camp check-in, overnight campers will store their luggage in a secure room at Doheny Hall and return immediately to Lawton Plaza for orientation. Overnight campers will check into their dormitory after the first day of training.
CAMP INFO:
The information below is based on previous years and is subject to change each year. Please note: camp is closed to spectators during daytime hours. Parents are highly encouraged to attend orientation and the closing ceremony!
SUMMER OVERNIGHT CAMP
The overnight program includes instruction, fun games and competitions for prizes, overnight accommodation, all meals, fun evening activities, and more. The camp staff resides in the dormitories in adjacent rooms to the campers and provides supervision throughout the camp. The camp utilizes The Sports Park as its training facility.
SUMMER DAY CAMP (9:00AM – 4:00PM)
The Nike Soccer Camp, Los Angeles also offers a day camp program for campers who do not wish to stay overnight. This option includes instruction and daytime activities only. The schedule is modified on the first and last days of camp.
- Day Camper Drop-Off (Sunday): 12:00-12:30pm at Lawton Plaza - see “Summer Camp Info” section for full details about orientation
- Day Camper Drop-Off (Mon-Wed): 8:45-9:00am at Lawton Plaza
- Day Camper Pick-Up (Sun-Tues): 4:00pm at Lawton Plaza
- Day Camper Pick-Up/Closing Ceremony Location (Wed): 12:30pm at Lawton Plaza
- Parking: Parents can use Drollinger Parking Plaza for opening and closing ceremonies. Pay to park $3/40min, use license plate number at kiosk.
PARENT/CAMPER SEMINARS
Both campers and parents are invited to join us from 6:30-7:30pm on Nights 2 & 3 of camp for evening seminars. Seminar topics will include college recruiting, expectations of a collegiate athlete, how to choose the right school, and more. We also offer opportunities for Q&A with each panel of coaches.
HOUSING
The information below is based on previous years and is subject to change each year.
- Dorm: Doheny Hall
- Number of Campers Per Room: 2 per room
- Roommates: Rooms are assigned by age & roommate requests. Roommate requests must be mutual. 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 (Twin XL) or a sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase, and a towel.
- Air Conditioning: None. Campers are in their dorms for very limited hours during the daytime and nightly temperatures are typically mild. However, campers are welcome to bring a small fan.
OVERNIGHT INFORMATION
- Check-in: On the first day of camp, check-in will be between 11:30am-12:00pm
- Check-in Location: Lawton Plaza
- After overnight campers check in, they will store their luggage in a secure location. Overnight campers will check-in to their dormitories in the late afternoon after the first day of training.
- Campers should arrive at check-in dressed in their athletic apparel and ready to train.
- Check out: Following the closing ceremony at 12:30pm at Lawton Plaza
- Meals: Day 1: Dinner | Days 2-3: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Day 4: Breakfast
- Room Key Deposit: Please bring a $25 check made out to “Next Athletes, LLC”
- Closing Ceremony: The closing ceremony will take place at Lawton Plaza. Parents are invited to attend! Campers and parents will depart following the closing ceremony.
SUMMER DAY CAMP SCHEDULE & MEALS
- Sunday: 12:00-4:00pm. Meals are not provided.
- Monday-Tuesday: 9:00am-4:00pm. Meals are not provided. Day campers must pack a lunch.
- Wednesday: 9:00am-12:30pm. Check-out is following the 12:30pm closing ceremony. Meals are not provided.
- The closing ceremony will take place at Lawton Plaza. Parents are invited to attend! Campers and parents will depart following the closing ceremony.
- Meals: Day campers are required to bring their own lunch daily.
TEAM DISCOUNT
Bring your teammates and save!
- Groups of 4 or more: Each camper gets a $30 discount.
- Groups of 8 or more: Each camper enjoys a $35 discount.
To claim your discount, simply fill out the Team Discount - Soccer with your group’s name and the names of all campers registering. We’ll create a unique discount code just for your team!
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
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Instruction: Daytime training sessions
- Overnight campers: Dormitory housing on campus, evening activities and all meals
- Day campers: Instruction and daytime activities only. Lunch is not included
- Supervision: Staff members reside in adjacent rooms to the overnight campers and participate in all activities
- Camp T-shirt: Campers at multi-day camps will receive a Nike Soccer Camp t-shirt
INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, & FACILITY
Ratio: Max of 1:10 staff-to-camper ratio
Groupings: Campers are grouped by age, ability, and experience
Equipment Needed: Please bring your own soccer apparel, cleats, and shin guards
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. Please label all luggage/equipment with an easily identifiable tag with the camper's full name and contact info.
OVERNIGHT CAMPERS
- Weather-appropriate clothing for 4 nights/5 days
- 1-2 pairs of broken in soccer cleats
- Shin guards
- Running shoes
- Water bottle
- Sunblock
- A new notepad or journal
- Comfortable off-court clothing (pants/shorts, shirts, sweatshirts, 1 pair/day)
- Undergarments (1-2 pair/day)
- Small gym bag/backpack
- Pajamas
- Bathrobe
- Flip flops
- Laundry bag
- Toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, bodywash, facewash, hairbrush, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, etc.)
- Bathing Suit
- Personal items & medications
- Eye mask, ear plugs (optional)
- Washcloth and bath towel
- Alarm clock
- Fan (optional)
- Bed sheets
- Sunglasses
- Pen and paper for guest speaker notes
- Linens (twin XL sheets & blankets or sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase)
- Spending Money ($50-100)
- Signed Heath & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
DAY CAMPERS
Checklist of Things to Bring: We recommend Day Campers bring a daily pack with the following items:
- Extra athletic clothing
- 1-2 pairs of broken in soccer cleats
- Running shoes
- Shin guards
- Water bottle
- Sunblock
- Small gym bag/backpack
- Packed lunch
- Extra spending money ($50) and any other appropriate clothing for that day’s activities, which will be described to you on the first day of camp.
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 before camp. 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.
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation is not provided to/from camp. 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. If there is a need for additional facilities, we may conduct camp nearby at an off-campus location. In this case, overnight campers will be bussed to this location and day campers will be dropped off and picked up at the destination. Parents will be given notice if this is the case.
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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Sample Daily Schedule
- 7:30 am Run/Breakfast
- 8:30 am Video/Lecture
- 9:30 am Field Session (Technical Skills Development)
- 12:00 pm Lunch
- 2:00 pm Field Session (Tactical Training)
- 5:00 pm Dinner
- 6:30 pm Field Session (Tournament Games)
- 9:00 pm In dorms - evening activities
- 10:30 pm Lights out
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*Registration Fees are charged once per camper, per season. Exceptions may apply.
Camp Has Concluded For This Season.
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