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Camp Overview

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Nike Softball Camps is excited to return to University of Puget Sound in 2026! Register today and enjoy elite-level training while making memories to last a lifetime. The camp offers a unique opportunity to train under the direction of passionate coaches and current and former collegiate athletes who serve as counselors. The camp is open to athletes ages 10-17.

Overnight Camp

Our overnight camp at Puget Sound offers an immersive, on-campus experience where campers reside in the dormitories in adjacent rooms to the camp staff while training during the daytime hours. The tuition includes housing, meals, fun evening activities, as well as college recruiting seminars on Tuesday evening (parents are encouraged to attend the seminars!).

Day Camp (9:00am – 4:00pm)

Nike Softball Camps also offers a summer day camp program for athletes who do not wish to stay overnight. This program runs 9:00am-4:00pm each day and includes daytime training only. Campers can bring their own lunch or purchase on campus.

Nike Sports Camp Experience

At University of Puget Sound, Nike Sports Camps offers a unique experience with many sports (Baseball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Swim, Tennis, and Track & Field) operating simultaneously. During the day, the athletes receive sport-specific coaching within their sport focus. In the evening, overnight campers across all sports come together for a special camp-wide experience which includes fun field games, educational seminars, and more.

Softball Facilities/Transportation

The camp utilizes a combination of the University of Puget Sound Softball Field (Session #1) and Bellarmine Preparatory School’s Softball Field (Session #2). Bellarmine is a very short drive from campus and has a great softball facility. The 2026 athletic facilities will be confirmed in the spring.

The Nike Softball Camp at University of Puget Sound is open to any and all entrants and limited only by number, age and gender. Athletic facilities and coaches are subject to change. The camp is not owned, sponsored, controlled or endorsed by University of Puget Sound.

Highlights Include

  • Instruction from passionate coaches and current and former student athletes
  • Low camper to coach ratio
  • Morning and afternoon training sessions each day
  • Fun field games and other evening activities (overnight program only)
  • Panel-style evening seminars covering important topics within collegiate athletics (all campers are invited!)
  • All campers receive a Nike Camp T-shirt and have an opportunity to win prizes (prizes are based on merit)

Camp Coaches

  • Annie Lockwood Next Athletes

    Annie Lockwood

    Head Softball Coach, Bellevue College

    Annie Lockwood is the head coach for Bellevue College Softball and played for the 2011 NCAA National Championship Team at Arizona State University, where she was voted to the WCWS All-Tournament Team.

    Annie Lockwood Next Athletes

    Annie Lockwood

    Head Softball Coach, Bellevue College

    Before moving to Washington State, Lockwood was an assistant softball coach at the University of South Dakota from 2016 to 2018. She rejoined Robert Wagner, the coach who helped lead her team to a national championship at Arizona State University (ASU) in 2011. She also assisted Wagner at her alma mater as a volunteer during the 2015-2016 season at ASU. Lockwood hails from Phoenix, Ariz., and was a multi-sport letter winner at Paradise Valley High School. She committed to ASU and was a three-year starter for the Sun Devils. Lockwood competed in the NCAA tournament all four years, advanced to the Women’s College World Series three times, and was named to the WCWS All-Tournament Team when ASU won it all in 2011. Lockwood was an all-region outfielder for the Sun Devils from 2009-12 and hit 42 home runs and had 175 RBIs during her collegiate career. In addition to her on-field talents, Lockwood was named an academic All-American and an NFCA Scholar Athlete. She was also awarded an NCAA postgraduate scholarship. From 2013-2015 Lockwood served as head softball coach at Skyline High School in Mesa, Ariz. and was named Arizona Big Schools Coach of the Year by the Arizona Republic in her first season at the helm. That same year, she began a two-year stint as an assistant coach for Firecrackers Softball Club and Hotshots for two years. During that time, she also volunteered as a coach at Arizona State during the 2015 and 2016 seasons and has been a personal hitting instructor since 2009.

  • Shi Smith Next Athletes

    Shi Smith

    Softball Director

    Shi Smith is an assistant coach at Lewis & Clark College and serves as softball director for Next Athletes and Nike Sports Camps

    Shi Smith Next Athletes

    Shi Smith

    Softball Director

    Shianne Smith joined the Lewis & Clark coaching staff in the Fall of 2022 and works primarily in the bullpen with the pitchers and catchers.

    Smith played a major part in the Pioneers putting together their best season in program history in 2024. She worked with a Pioneers pitching staff comprised of three sophomores, two freshman and one senior and helped them set the single-season program record for strikeouts (225) and saves (six), while also tying the single-season shutout record with six. The Pioneers staff pitched to a 3.17 earned run average (second in program history) and sophomores Maggie O'Leary (First Team) and Charlize Pope (Second Team) each earned All-Conference honors. Lewis & Clark finished the season with the program record for wins (28) and conference wins (20) and posted their best-ever finish in the Northwest Conference standings (second place). The Pioneers went on to post their first two NWC Tournament wins in program history and advanced to the NWC Championship Series for the first time in school history.

    During the 2023 season, Smith guided a young staff of six pitchers to a 19-19 record with a team ERA of 4.59 (fifth in program history). Lewis & Clark's staff tied the program record with four saves and posted the second-most shutouts in a single-season (five) and third-most strikeouts (150). The Pioneers saw four pitchers throw 40 innings or more, with three of those pitchers being in their first collegiate season.

    Smith played collegiately at Division I Seattle University (BA) and the University of Utah (MA). At Seattle University, she competed in 111 games, while holding the school record for strikeouts per seven innings (7.45), opponent batting average (.231), and highest number of strikeouts in a game (15). While competing at the University of Utah, Smith held opponents to a 2.52 batting average with 100 strikeouts in the season in 99 innings pitched. During her career, she was named Pitcher of the Week multiple times, as well as receiving offers to play professionally around the world.

    During the offseason, Smith works as a substitute teacher in grades Kindergarten through 12th grade, while continuing to share her pitching skills through local lessons and clinics. Recently, she coached the 12U All-American team for Region 9, and 2022 18A State Champions, Strictly Softball.

    At Seattle University, Smith earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Humanities for Teaching, including a specialization in Education Leadership and Special Education with a 3.8 GPA. While attending the University of Utah, she completed a two-year Master program in one year studying Education, Leadership, and Policy with a 4.0 GPA.

  • Sam Silver Next Athletes

    Sam Silver

    Assistant Softball Coach, Bushnell University

    Sam Silver is an assistant softball coach at Bushnell University and serves as a lead coach for Nike Softball Camps and Next Athletes.

    Sam Silver Next Athletes

    Sam Silver

    Assistant Softball Coach, Bushnell University

    Sam Silver joins the Bushnell softball coaching staff for the 2025 season. Silver had a spectacular career as a player for the Beacons on and off the field. As a pitcher, she finished her career ranked in the top-ten all-time in nine different categories and ranks fifth all-time for wins in program history. In 2023, Silver was named the winner of the NAIA's Dr. Leroy Walker Champion of Character Award, one of the organization's highest annual honors. She was Bushnell's first recipient of any NAIA major award.

    Silver has been coaching and giving private lessons for many years and most recently served as an assistant coach at Springfield High School. She has also been a head coach for the Diamonds Fastpitch 16u and 14u teams.

    Much of Coach Silver's legacy lies in the impact she has had in the development of student-athlete mental health initiatives. This included the creation of Bushnell's student-athlete wellness program, providing a designated counselor to each athletic team, removing barriers to care and acting as a liaison between athletics and the counseling department.

    During her collegiate career, she was also named the winner of the Gardepiey-Peloquin Outstanding Speaker Award and graduated with a 3.94 GPA in Communication. She went on to earn her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and is pursuing her Associate License for counseling. She continues to serve as the Student-Athlete Mental Health Coordinator for Beacon Athletics.

  • Kayla Neff

    Kayla Neff

    Site Director

    Kayla Neff serves as site director for Next Athletes (operators of Nike Sports Camps) and is currently an assistant coach for Biola University Softball. Kayla is the main point of contact for parents across all sports at camp.

    Kayla Neff

    Kayla Neff

    Site Director

    Kayla Neff is entering her fourth year as the assistant coach for Biola University Softball where she was a standout athlete. During her time at Biola, Kayla helped Biola Softball reach the NCAA Division II National Championship and was named to the NCAA Division II All-Tournament Team. Kayla was also acknowledged for the awards below:

    • Earned All-Pacific West First Team recognition
    • Nominated by Biola University for the NCAA Woman of the Year Award
    • Earned Biola's prestigious Dr. Dave Holmquist Career Achievement Award
    • Named CoSIDA Academic All-District
  • Payton Brown Headshot

    Payton Brown

    Assistant Site Director

    Payton Brown serves as an assistant site director for Next Athletes and Nike Sports Camps. Payton is currently a Division II baseball coach at Adams State University and is currently pursuing his Masters of Business Administration. Payton supports all sports and serves as an additional contact for camp families.

    Payton Brown Headshot

    Payton Brown

    Assistant Site Director

    Payton Brown formerly pitched for Adams State Baseball and is now an assistant coach for the program. Payton also earned the academic honors below as an athlete:

    • RMAC All-Academic Honor Roll 2024
    • RMAC All-Academic Honor Roll 2023
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    Westy McQueen

    Camp Administrator

    Westy McQueen is the owner and camp director for Next Athletes, operator of the Nike Sports Camps at Boise State University and Westminster University. 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, sport development experience for each child. Westy is a Positive Coaching Alliance certified coach, Level II U.S. Kids Golf Certified Coach, and specializes in a variety of sports including tennis, volleyball, soccer, golf, and football.

Camp Details

SECURE YOUR SPOT!

Please Note: Last year, camp sessions SOLD OUT at this location. You can expect high demand on these first-come-first-serve camper sports, so please be sure to register early.

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

CAMP INFORMATION

  • Camp Dates: July 27-30, Aug. 3-6, 2026 (Mon-Thurs)
  • Ages: 10-17
  • Gender: Girls
  • Options: Day Camp (9:00am-4:00pm) & Overnight Camp
  • First Day Check-In: Please use the campus map if you have any questions.
  • Last Day Check-Out: 4:00pm on Thursday at Anderson/Langdon Hall
  • Meals: Meals are provided for overnight campers only. Day campers are required to bring their own lunch each day.
  • Apparel: All campers should arrive at check-in dressed in their athletic apparel and ready to train.

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.

  • Check-in: On the first day of camp, check-in will be between 7:30-8:00am.
  • Check-in Location: Anderson/Langdon Hall
  • Check out: On the last day of camp, check-out is at 4:00pm at Anderson/Langdon Hall.
  • Meals: Day 1: Lunch, Dinner | Days 2-3: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Day 4: Breakfast, Lunch

Housing Information: The information below is based on previous years and is subject to change.

  • Dorm: Anderson/Langdon Hall (Tentative)
  • 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. The dormitories tend to stay cool with the mild nighttime temperatures. Campers are welcome to bring a small fan.
  • Room Key Deposit: $50

DAY CAMP (9:00AM – 4:00PM)

This camp offers a day camp program for campers who do not wish to stay overnight. This option includes instruction and daytime activities only.

PARENT/CAMPER SEMINARS

Both campers and parents are invited to join us for educational seminars on Tuesday evening. The location and schedule will be announced prior to camp. 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.

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
  • Label all luggage and athletic equipment with an easily identifiable tag which has the camper’s full name and contact info
  • Room Key Deposit of $50 (please bring a check made out to “Next Athletes, LLC” on the first day of camp).

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 Sports 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.

CANCELLATION DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER

In the event a camp day is cancelled or camp hours are adjusted due to inclement weather, we will make every effort to provide make-up time. If make-up time is not possible, no refund will be issued for the first cancelled day or any shortened hours. If additional full days are cancelled and cannot be rescheduled, a pro-rated camp credit voucher will be issued for each cancelled day beyond the first.

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.


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