Nike Softball Camp at Vanguard University
- Day
- Female
- Summer
Camp Dates & Prices
Save Your spot with a deposit! Flexible cancellation options available.
*Registration Fees are charged once per camper, per season. Exceptions may apply.
Jun. 15 - Jun. 18, 2026
Jul. 13 - Jul. 16, 2026
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Nike Softball Camps
Get ready for an unforgettable summer at the Nike Softball Camp at Vanguard University in beautiful Southern California! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, girls ages 8-14 will have the chance to elevate their game with expert coaching in all aspects of softball, including hitting, fielding, baserunning, and teamwork.
Camp Director and Vanguard University Head Coach, Sydney Lahners, is eager to welcome both new and returning campers to the VU Softball Field. It's the perfect setting to improve your skills, make lasting friendships, and most importantly, have a blast playing the game you love!
This camp is designed for athletes of all skill levels, and with personalized attention from the Vanguard Softball Coaches, campers will leave feeling more confident, skilled, and ready to take their game to the next level. Don't miss out—join us this summer for an amazing experience at Vanguard University!
Highlights Include
- Nike Softball Camp T-Shirt and other items
- Professional instruction from college coaches and college-aged instructors
- Excellent Training Facilities
- Low Camper/Staff Ratio
- Daily Emphasis on Fundamental Development and Team Play
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Camp Coaches
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Head Coach Nicole Thomas
Thomas joins Vanguard University after three successful years at Mater Dei High School, where she led the varsity team to a second-place finish in the Trinity League, a top-30 state ranking, and a CIF semifinal appearance. She previously coached at Northwood High School, guiding the program back to the CIF Tournament for the first time in four years. A former NCAA Division I athlete at UNC Greensboro, Thomas brings both playing and coaching experience at the highest levels. She has coached internationally across four continents, including stints in Malta, Italy, Taiwan, New Zealand, Austria, and Puerto Rico. In 2021, she co-founded So Cal Sting Thomas/Grimm, a travel softball program that now fields teams from 10u to 18u and has helped over 25 athletes move on to collegiate softball, including several at the Division I level.
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Assistant Coach Katy Hurley
A former Division III student-athlete at Pomona-Pitzer, Hurley has coached across various levels with travel ball organizations on both sides of the country as well as at Mater Dei High School and at the collegiate level with Wesleyan University.
Camp Details
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 information may be subject to change.
CAMP INFORMATION
- Dates: June 15-18, 2026 | July 13-16, 2026
- Age Group: 8-14
- Camp Type: Day Camp
- General Skills Schedule: Monday-Thursday | 9:00am-3:00pm
- Check-In: Begins 30 minutes prior to the camp start time.
- Meals: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a snack/lunch to camp each day.
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. 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. 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
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.
Show Less See More Camp DetailsCamps are open to any and all entrants, limited only by number, age, grade level and/or gender.
The Softball Field is one of the premier venues in the Golden State Athletic Conference as it allows 360 degree views of the playing surface. Spectators have the choice between sitting behind the backstop or out in the field. Either way you will enjoy the sunny days Costa Mesa has to offer. It is 215' to get it out of the park in right field, 218' down the left line and 216' in center field. In the Fall of 2016, the entire playing field was resurfaced including additional drainage, laser leveling of the infield, and improvements to the backstop.
Camp Dates & Prices
Save Your spot with a deposit! Flexible cancellation options available.
*Registration Fees are charged once per camper, per season. Exceptions may apply.
Jun. 15 - Jun. 18, 2026
Jul. 13 - Jul. 16, 2026
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Reviews & Testimonials
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Plenty of instructors, never a shortage & enthusiastic coaches that really cared about the girls.
November 21, 2023 -
I asked my daughter this question as I picked her up, she said everything. She improved and the coaches made the drills fun. My daughter received most improved recognition from a coach at the end of the week.
November 21, 2023
