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All Reviews about Nike Softball Camp University of Dallas

6 Reviews

  • Season 2025
    The highlight for my daughter was learning more about playing catcher.
  • Season 2023
    When I came to pick up my kid at the end of the camp, more than a few kids knew her name which helped with her confidence. Also, the coaches identified areas for her to improve.
  • Season 2023
    The amount of practice time and drills she got and that she wants to go back next year and join a select league
  • Season 2023
    I like the director meeting us every morning when dropping off child. How they incorporated games into learning
  • Season 2023
    The opportunity for my daughter to spend dedicated time practicing with others her age and skill level.
  • Season 2023
    Seeing my child have a positive experience and developing her skills was awesome.

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Camp dates & prices

Secure your spot at the current rates with a deposit.
Flexible cancellation options available.

*Registration Fees are charged once per camper, per season. Exceptions may apply.

  • Limited

    June 7–11, 2026

    • Girls
    • Ages 8-18
    • General Skills

    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 and other items.

    • Extended Day

      5-day camp

      $599

    • Overnight

      5-day camp

      $750

Nike Softball Camp University of Dallas

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Camp Overview

Improve your game and have serious fun
at Nike Softball Camps

Improve your game. Fall in love with the process.

Nike Softball Camp at the University of Dallas is a high‑energy camp for athletes of all ages and skill levels, focused on confidence, development, and love for the game. Athletes train in a supportive environment designed to challenge and inspire growth each day.

Led by Camp Director Mady Bunnell, campers build skills in hitting, defense, throwing, and base running through structured drills, competitive gameplay, and real‑time coaching. The camp blends development and competition while emphasizing effort, teamwork, leadership, and competing with confidence.

Athletes also receive fueling and recovery education from sports performance dietitian Ali VandenBerghe, MS, RD, LD, CSSD. Overnight campers stay in Gregory Hall for an immersive experience centered on connection, growth, and lasting memories on and off the field.

Highlights Include

  • Nike Softball Camp T-Shirt and other items!
  • All skill levels. A welcoming, high‑energy environment where every athlete is challenged to grow
  • Elite leadership with Camp Director Mady Bunnell guiding athletes every step of the way
  • Game‑ready skill development in hitting, defense, throwing, and base running through focused drills and live play
  • Compete with purpose as athletes learn effort, teamwork, leadership, and how to play the game the right way
  • Fuel like an athlete with education from nationally recognized sports performance dietitian Ali VandenBerghe, MS, RD, LD, CSSD
  • Immersive overnight experience in Gregory Hall where confidence grows, friendships form, and memories last

Camp Coaches

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    Mady Bunnell

    Camp Director

    Mady Bunnell is a collegiate softball coach who believes the best camps are the ones where athletes have a blast, learn something new every day, and leave more confident than when they arrived. She currently serves as an Assistant Softball Coach at the University of Wisconsin–River Falls and has coaching experience at the NCAA Division II and III levels. Mady joined the UWRF Softball coaching staff in the fall of 2025

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    Mady Bunnell

    Camp Director

    Mady’s coaching philosophy is rooted in curiosity, encouragement, and growth. She loves helping athletes understand why they do what they do, not just how — because learning sticks when kids are engaged, asking questions, and excited to try again. Her camps balance skill development with energy, creativity, and plenty of fun. She is deeply committed to growing the game of softball and teaching young girls to believe in their voice, their abilities, and their potential. Mady challenges her athletes to care about the game, their teammates, and themselves, and to always leave the game better than they found it. As a camp director, Mady focuses on creating a safe, positive, and unforgettable experience where athletes improve their skills, make friends, and go home excited to keep playing.
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    Taylor Lira

    Director

    Taylor Lira was named the Head Softball Coach at St. Mary's University on June 4, 2025. Lira, formerly Stoltz, has been the head coach at Sterling College in Kansas for the previous five seasons, and instilled a faith-based leadership coaching style that resonated with the Rattlers' community from the first moment.

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    Taylor Lira

    Director

    Lira turned around a floundering program at Sterling College in five seasons as the head coach. The team was 10-32 in her first season (2021), and she has increased the number of wins each season to post a 37-19 record in 2025 and take her team to the semifinals of the NCCAA World Series after winning the Central Region, earning NCCAA Central Region Coach of the Year. The Lady Warriors posted a 12-game winning streak during the season, the longest in over 20 years, and had four players earn First-Team All-Central Region honors in the NCCAA. In 2022-23, Sterling Softball received the NAIA Champions of Character Team Award for its exemplary character on the field, on campus, and in the community.

    She spent two years as an assistant coach at Barton County Community College prior to becoming the head coach at Sterling, helping lead the Cougars to a second-place finish in the Jayhawk East standings with a 20-6 record. Head Coach Tyler Gunelson was named Co-Coach of the Year in 2019 with Lira at his side. At Barton County, Lira organized an optional Bible study with the team to help foster spiritual growth with the student-athletes

    Lira played collegiately at Southeastern University (Florida). She still holds the Fire career record for walks drawn (89) and ranks in the top five in both runs scored (4th) and triples (5th). She was a two-time The Sun All-Conference selection, leading the team with 26 stolen bases and a .318 batting average as a freshman. She added 36 steals in 2016 and led the team in both runs scored and walks. In her final campaign, Lira led the team in walks and on-base percentage (.510). She graduated with a bachelor's degree in sports and recreation management in May 2017.

    Lira is originally from Mishawaka, Indiana, where she recorded a 49-game hitting streak at Mishawaka High School. She earned the 2013 Shelly Warner Award for the top female student-athlete after earning four Northern Indiana All-Conference selections. She was also named to the All-State team, was MVP of the conference and played in the ICGSA North/South All-Star Game.

    Lira becomes the sixth head coach in St. Mary's history, taking over a team that finished 26-29 last season and 21-23 in the extremely tough Lone Star Conference. She and her husband David, reside in San Antonio.
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    Calynn Gicante

    Assistant Coach

    Calynn Gicante begins her softball coaching journey at St. Mary’s in the 2026 season, joining Head Coach Taylor Lira from Sterling College.

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    Calynn Gicante

    Assistant Coach

    Gicante spent one season at Sterling, helping the Lady Warriors reach the NCCAA World Series Semifinals in 2025 with a program record 37 wins (37-19) and a spot in the KCAC Tournament. She helped four players earn NCCAA All-Central Region honors, including Bryley Westfahl, who transferred to StMU with the staff, and Mariah Cunningham, who was named the Central Region Player of the Year.

    Gicante played four seasons at Illinois College, starting in 101 games. She increased her offensive production every season, hitting .390 with a .537 slugging percentage as a senior. She ended her time with 102 hits, 61 RBI, 27 doubles, 24 walks, and five stolen bases. Gicante also spent time in the circle for the Lady Blues her last two seasons, pitching 37.1 innings, mostly in relief, with one save and a 4.88 ERA. She earned Second-Team All-Midwest Conference honors as a senior at first base, after earning First-Team Utility honors as a junior. She helped IC win three conference championships and two regular-season titles in her four years.

    She is a native of St. Louis, graduating from Illinois College in May 2024 with a degree in sports management and marketing.
  • Ali Vanden Berghe

    Ali VandenBerghe

    Performance Dietitian

    Ali VandenBerghe, MS, RD, LD, CSSD is a Registered Dietitian and Performance Nutrition Specialist currently working with Air Force Special Operations Command, where she supports over 1,500 operators in optimizing performance, recovery, and overall health. She previously served as Director of Football Performance Nutrition at both the University of Alabama and the University of Washington, leading nutrition strategy for elite Division I athletes.

    Ali Vanden Berghe

    Ali VandenBerghe

    Performance Dietitian

    Ali has worked within championship-level programs across multiple sports, highlighted by a College Football Playoff National Championship appearance with the Washington Huskies. She supported an undefeated 2023 team that went on to win the Sugar Bowl and the Pac-12 Championship, following an Alamo Bowl victory in 2022. She also fueled a Women’s College World Series National Championship with the Oklahoma Sooners softball program in 2021.

    A former softball athlete, Ali is passionate about helping athletes understand how to fuel for performance while building habits that support long-term success both on and off the field.

    As this year’s featured keynote speaker, Ali brings championship-level insight in a way that is engaging, practical, and accessible for athletes of all ages and abilities.

Camp Details

Build skills. Gain confidence. Love the game.
This camp is for athletes of all levels, focusing on throwing, defense, hitting, base running, and game situations. Daily skill work and competitive drills help athletes apply fundamentals in live play. Coaching emphasizes effort, body language, and responding to adversity. Athletes also learn practical fueling, hydration, and recovery strategies from Ali VandenBerghe, MS, RD, LD, CSSD. Players build strong team connections and leave with better fundamentals, stronger habits, increased confidence, and a genuine love for getting better.

CAMP INFORMATION

  • Dates: June 7-11, 2026
  • Age Group: 8-18
  • Gender: Girls
  • Camp Type: Overnight | Extended (Commuter)
  • Meals: All meals are provided for overnight campers. Dinner on day 1, lunch and dinner on days 2-4, and lunch on day 5 for extended day campers.

CAMP TIMES

  • Check-in: 1:00pm-2:00pm on Sunday for all campers
  • Check-out: 2:00pm on Thursday.
  • Extended Day Camper Schedule: Sunday 1:00pm-9:00pm, Monday-Wednesday 9:00am-9:00pm, Thursday 9:00am-2:00pm

Please note: Camp schedules and details may be subject to change.

HOUSING

  • Dorm: Gregory Hall

  • Campers Per Room: 2 per room

  • 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 sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase, and a towel.

  • Air Conditioning: Yes

  • Room Key Deposit: Please be prepared to bring a Room Key deposit check made out to “Mady Bunnell” in the amount of $25. The deposit will be returned to you when you return your room key at camp checkout.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?

  • Daily Softball Instruction
  • Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours
  • Nike Softball Camp T-Shirt and other items

INSTRUCTION & FACILITY

  • Ratio: 1:10 staff to camper ratio

  • Groupings: Campers are grouped by ability, age, and experience, per the Director's discretion.

  • Facility: Outdoor Fields.

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. Please note that US Sports Camps does NOT provide equipment and 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.

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

SAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE

Morning

Breakfast (overnight campers) and daily check‑in

Team discussion and daily focus

Dynamic warm‑up and competitive movement

Defensive skill development including throwing progressions, glove work, and position‑specific reps

Midday

Competitive defensive drills and team challenges

Lunch with teammates

Athlete education session focused on fueling, hydration, recovery, and preparation

Afternoon

Offensive skill development with hitting fundamentals and situational work

Competitive skill stations including baserunning and defensive reaction

Controlled scrimmage or small‑game competition to apply daily skills

Evening (Overnight Campers)

Team connection or reflection session

Dinner

Supervised free time and recovery

Dorm time and lights out for overnight campers

Located in Irving, Texas, a city of 150,000 residents, the University of Dallas is on the northwest boundary of the city of Dallas. Centrally located in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, the campus is ten miles from DFW International Airport, 15 minutes from downtown Dallas and 40 minutes away from Fort Worth.

WHAT FAMILIES SAY ABOUT Nike Softball Camp University of Dallas

6 Reviews

  • Season 2025
    The highlight for my daughter was learning more about playing catcher.
  • Season 2023
    When I came to pick up my kid at the end of the camp, more than a few kids knew her name which helped with her confidence. Also, the coaches identified areas for her to improve.
  • Season 2023
    The amount of practice time and drills she got and that she wants to go back next year and join a select league
  • Season 2023
    I like the director meeting us every morning when dropping off child. How they incorporated games into learning
  • Season 2023
    The opportunity for my daughter to spend dedicated time practicing with others her age and skill level.
  • Season 2023
    Seeing my child have a positive experience and developing her skills was awesome.

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