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Nike Softball Camp at Embry Riddle University

Sandra Wente, Head Coach

Embry-Riddle Softball Complex- 3700 Willow Creek Road, Prescott, Arizona 86301

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Day
Overnight
Female
Summer

Limited

Jul. 6 - Jul. 9, 2025

Girls | Ages: 8 - 14

This camp offers a fun and dynamic environment where players of all skill levels can develop the fundamentals of softball. Athletes will focus on key skills like hitting, fielding, pitching, and base running through drills and friendly competitions. Campers will leave with improved confidence and a stronger understanding of the game. Every participant receives a T-shirt, Nike Cinch Sack, and more.

General Skills | Day (9 a.m. - 4 p.m.)

$495 Tuition

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General Skills | Overnight

$795 Tuition

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Get ready for an unforgettable summer at the Nike Softball Camp at Embry-Riddle in 2025! This camp is the perfect opportunity for athletes to elevate their skills in a fun, supportive, and challenging environment. Whether you're new to the game or a seasoned player, you’ll leave with improved skills, boosted confidence, and lasting friendships.

Campers will benefit from expert instruction in all areas of softball, from hitting and fielding to baserunning and teamwork, all while enjoying a perfect balance of hard work and fun. Nike Softball Camps are known for creating an atmosphere that motivates players to reach their potential while having a blast.

Camp Director and former "Coach of the Year," Sandra Wente, will lead the charge, bringing years of experience and a passion for helping athletes grow. Coach Wente, who is also on staff at Grand Canyon University, is excited to provide campers with a week to remember, filled with valuable lessons and unforgettable experiences.

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity—join us for a week of learning, growth, and fun this summer at Embry-Riddle. Register now and make this summer one to remember!

Highlights Include

Nike Softball Camp T-Shirt, Cinch Sack, Wristband, Sticker, Lanyard, and potentially other prizes!
Professional instruction from former Central Arizona Head Coach Sandra Wente and college-aged instructors
Daily Emphasis on Fundamental Development and Team Play
Excellent Residential, Dining, and Training Facilities
Low Camp/Staff Ratio
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Head Coach Sandra Wente

Coach Wente is in her third season as an assistant coach for Grand Canyon University.
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In 2023, the Lopes earned their second consecutive WAC Championship Tournament title, and returned the NCAA Los Angeles Regional where they defeated No. 2 UCLA for their first post-season victory in program history. Wente also assisted in coaching the winningest season in GCU softball history (47 wins).

Prior to her time at GCU, Wente won two National Junior College Athletic Association National Championships and oversaw five All-Americans. Her 18 years of experience includes working at an instructor at many nationwide college camps, including Arizona State, Oklahoma, Stanford, CSU Northridge and Oregon, and for Amateur Softball Association Junior Olympic camps.
Head Coach Kali Pugh

Pugh was hired in September of 2022 and enters her second season with the Roughriders in the spring of 2024.
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Pugh comes to Yavapai College from San Diego City College where she was the head coach of the Knights.

Prior to coaching the Knights, Pugh was an assistant coach at her alma mater Palomar College from 2017-22. While coaching the Comets, Pugh coached with Hall of Famer Mark Eldridge and her previous head coach Lacey Craft.

Prior to her coaching career, Pugh put together one of the most impressive resumes that a softball player could accomplish.

After attending Rancho Buena Vista High School in Vista, California, where she was a four-time varsity letter in softball and field hockey while earning 2013 Female Athlete of the Year honors, Pugh decided to start her collegiate softball career at Palomar College in San Marcos, California.

In her two seasons with the Comets, Pugh was a two-time First-Team NFCA All-American, two-time California All-State selection, Conference Player of the Year during both of her seasons in 2014 and 2015, 2014 CCCAA Player of the Year, 2015 State Golden Glove winner and 2015 Scholar Athlete award winner while helping lead the Comets to a CCCAA Championship during her sophomore season in 2015.

Her 2015 championship team wound up with a 41-4-1 overall record while the 2014 Comets went 33-6.

Her stats from Palomar are just as impressive as the accolades as she hit .596 as a freshman with eight homers, 59 RBIs, 60 runs scored, 81 hits, 17 doubles, four triples, an OBP% of .619 and SLG% of .956. As a sophomore, Pugh hit .517 with 15 homers, 65 RBIs, 68 runs scored, 10 steals, 76 hits, 12 doubles, seven triples, 20 walks, an OBP% of .573 and SLG% of 1.000.

After Palomar College, Pugh earned a scholarship to Oklahoma City University, a historically successful NAIA program, where she played for Hall of Famer Phil McSpadden.

While with the Stars, Pugh's excellence continued as she helped lead the Stars to back-to-back NAIA National Championships in 2016 and 2017 while earning two-time First-Team All-American honors, 2017 NAIA National Player of the Year honors, 2016 Conference Newcomer of the Year honors, 2017 Conference Player of the Year honors and 2017 Dean's Honor Roll accolades.

Pugh's 2016 squad went 67-3 while the 2017 team went 68-1, bringing her overall record as a player to 209-14-1 (.933) with three championships to go along with it.

In 2016, as a junior, Pugh hit .417 with 84 runs scored, 100 hits, 20 doubles, five triples, 15 homers, 68 RBIs, 26 walks, 20 steals (in 20 attempts), an OBP% of .472, a SLG% of .729 and an OPS of 1.201.

During her senior season in 2017, Pugh hit .462 with 95 runs scored, 114 hits, 23 doubles, two triples, 23 homers, 86 RBIs, 22 walks, 27 steals (in 29 attempts), an OBP% of .505, a SLG% of .850 and an OPS of 1.355.

Pugh also earned her bachelors degree from Oklahoma City University in 2017 and masters degree from Azusa Pacific University in 2019.

Instruction will focus primarily on hitting, specific position fielding, base-running, and game situations. In addition, pitchers will have the opportunity to work with pitching instructors. You can expect high demand on these first-come-first-serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early.

Please note: The following camp information may be subject to change- camp dates, times, coaches, location, and housing.

2025 SUMMER CAMP INFORMATION

Dates: July 6-9, 2025
Age Group: 8-14
Gender: Girls
Camp Types: Overnight, Day Camp
Meals: All meals are provided for overnight campers. Dinner is provided for day campers on day 1, and lunch is provided on days 2-3.

CAMP SCHEDULE

Check-in: Overnight campers 1:00pm and Day campers 2:30pm on Sunday at Hall 3: Quail (Mingus Mountain Complex)
Check-out: Graduation takes place at 12:00pm on Wednesday. Parents are invited to attend. Check-out will take place immediately after.
Day Camper Schedule: Sunday 2:30pm-9:00pm, Monday-Tuesday 9:00am-4:00pm, Wednesday 9:00am-12:00pm

HOUSING (TBD)

Dorm: Hall 3: Quail - Mingus Mountain Complex
Campers Per Room: 2 (unless otherwise noted in the information packet)
Roommates: Rooms are assigned by age & roommate requests. Roommate requests must be 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!
Linens: Not included. Bring linens (Twin) or a sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase, and a towel.
Air Conditioning: Yes.

INCLUDED IN THE FEE

Daily Softball Instruction
Overnight Campers: Dormitory Housing on Campus and All Meals are provided.
Day Campers: Lunch will be provided.
Supervision: Staff members reside in rooms strategically placed throughout the dorm to provide optimal supervision, and participate in all activities.
Nike Softball Camp T-Shirt, Cinch Sack, Wristband, Sticker, Lanyard, and potentially other prizes!!

INSTRUCTION & FACILITY

Ratio: 1:10 staff to camper ratio
Groupings: Campers are initially grouped by age and moved around accordingly based on skill level.
Facility: Outdoor Fields. Indoor facilities are available during inclement weather conditions.

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!

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.

Small gym bag/backpack
Athletic clothing: t-shirt, shorts, softball pants (recommended)
Warm-up jacket
Hat
Cleats & sneakers
Softball glove
Softball bat
Helmet
Catchers gear (if applicable)
Sunscreen
Water bottle
Packed lunch and snacks

OVERNIGHT CAMPERS ONLY:

Athletic clothing mentioned above
Comfortable off-field clothing: pants, shorts, shirts, sweatshirts
Undergarments
Pajamas
Flip flops
Toiletries
Personal items & medications
Washcloth and bath towel
Pillow, pillowcase, bed sheets, comforter or sleeping bag
Fan (optional)
Additional snacks/drink

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.

TRAVEL

Nike Softball Camps does not provide transportation from airports, train stations or bus depots. If you have a child flying to camp, please arrange a shuttle or taxi service.

TEAM/GROUP DISCOUNT

If you have a team or group of 5 or more campers registering for the same camp, each camper may be eligible for a discount. To receive the group discount, please have someone email US Sports Camps at [email protected] with the following information: Camp name, list of camper names, and the number of campers. We will respond with a unique discount code for everyone in the group to use during online registration. *Note: Discount amounts vary by program, so please reach out for more details.

COMPANY POLICIES

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

NIKE SOFTBALL CAMP FAQ

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

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Camps are open to any and all entrants, limited only by number, age, grade level and/or gender.

Sample Daily Schedule

7:00 a.m. Wake-up, breakfast (Overnight Campers)
8:45 a.m. Arrival at the field (Day Campers), Stretching
9:00 a.m. Individual Instruction and Drill Work
11:30 a.m. Lunch/Free Time
1:00 p.m. Position play and Games
4:00 p.m. Day Campers Depart, Free Time, Visit with Friends
5:00 p.m. Dinner
6:15 p.m. Chalk Talks/Relax
8:30 p.m. Evening Activity
10:00 p.m. Back to Rooms/Lights Out

Embry Riddle Softball Complex

Embry Riddle University is located just 90 miles northwest of Phoenix. This beautiful campus covers 539 acres of high-altitude western terrain,with campus life centered in a one-mile area. Campers will have the opportunity to reside in the dorms in the center of campus and train at nearby Pioneer Softball Multi Field Sports Complex.

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