Tournament Tough Tennis Camp at the University of South Carolina
IMPROVE YOUR GAME AND HAVE SERIOUS FUN
Our Tournament Tough Tennis Camp at the University of South Carolina is a great way to take your game to the next level! As one of the more advanced tennis camps that US Sports Camps offers, tournament level players (ages 12-18) come to Columbia, SC to enjoy this terrific summer camp.
Tournament Tough training camps are renowned for their decades of contribution to committed tournament-level junior players. Tournament Tough is now directed by the father-son duo, Carlos and Josh Goffi, at the University of South Carolina.
Highlights Include
- High level instruction from Carlos and Josh Goffi and their amazing staff
- 6 hours of tournament level tennis training; low camper to staff ratio
- All campers receive a Tennis Camp T-shirt and prizes!
- Fun off-court evening activities for overnight campers
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Camp Coaches
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Director Carlos Goffi
Carlos Goffi began playing tennis at the Tennis Club of Sao Paulo, where his father was its President. He represented his native Brazil in renowned international tournaments such as the South American Championships, Orange Bowl, Wimbledon and Galea Cup. In 1970, Carlos became one of the pioneer student athletes from his native Brazil to attend college in the US where he received degrees in Psychology and Business Administration from the University of Kansas. His son Josh is a former ATP/Davis Cup player and, presently, the Men’s Tennis Coach for the University of South Carolina.
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Director Josh Goffi
Earning his first college head coaching position at South Carolina in July 2010, Josh Goffi wasted little time cementing his reputation as an elite recruiter—landing a pair of top-10 signing classes in his first four seasons — with a solid strategic mind and excellent player development skills. In 13 seasons, he has crafted a culture that builds more than just a tennis player.
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Camp Details
2024 Camp Dates
- June 24-28
- June 24-July 5 (Two Week Option)
- July 1-5
CAMP PROGRAMS
The objectives of our camp is to reach each camper's specific needs for development. Campers will work on match simulation drills, match play, tennis fitness and forums dedicated to improving Competitive Toughness.
We offer Day (9:00am-6:00pm) and Overnight camp for kids ages 12-18. This camp is open to any and all entrants (limited only by number, age, grade level and/or gender). It is geared towards tournament level players and upon arrival, all participants are evaluated by the staff so that their own instructional needs can be addressed throughout the camp.
This is a two week program with the option to attend one week. Two week campers will stay over the weekend and participate in tournaments and training.
- Tournament Tough Training Program: The Tournament Tough training program is geared towards tournament-level and sectionally ranked players looking to improve their tournament results, learn winning strategies, and work on mental toughness.
CAMP SCHEDULE
- Day Camper Check-in: Monday 9:30am at the tennis courts
- Overnight Camper Check-in: Monday 8:30am at the dorms
- Day Camper Check-out: 6:00pm Monday-Thursday at the tennis courts. Friday 1:00pm at the tennis courts immediately following 12:00pm graduation. Parents are encouraged to attend.
- Overnight Camper Check-out: Friday 1:00pm at the tennis courts immediately following graduation. Parents are encouraged to attend.
- Day Camp Schedule: Monday 9:30am-6:00pm, Tuesday-Thursday 9:00am-6:00pm, and Friday 9:00am-1:00pm
MEALS
- Overnight Campers: All meals provided (all you can eat)
- The Pavilion at Campus Village is our newest and largest all-you-care-to-eat dining hall on campus. Enjoy a variety of stations including a True Balance (free of top 9 allergens), Mongolian Grill, Pizza by the Slice, Grille, large salad bar and deli. Enjoy fresh baked bread and house made gelato too! (https://sc.edu/about/offices_a...)
- Day Campers: Lunch is provided
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Instruction: 6 hours of daily tennis training
- Overnight Campers: Dormitory housing on campus and all meals are provided
- Supervision: Staff members reside in rooms strategically placed throughout the dorm to provide optimal supervision and participate in all activities
- Camp T-shirt & Prizes: All campers receive a Tennis Camp t-shirt and prizes
INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, & FACILITY
- Ratio: 6:1 camper-to-coach ratio
- Groupings: Campers are grouped by age, ability, and experience
- Facility: 12 outdoor tennis courts and 6 indoor courts
- Inclement Weather Plan: Indoor courts are available for use as needed
- 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
HOUSING
- Dorm Hall: Campus Village Building 1 (https://sc.edu/about/offices_a...)
- Dorm Hall Address: 1531 Whaley Street, Columbia, SC 29208
- Number of Campers per Room: 2, no triples available
- Roommates: Rooms are assigned by age & roommate requests. Roommate requests must be mutual and 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: Bed linens are not proved.
- Air Conditioning: Campus Village Building 1 does have A/C (campers are still encouraged to bring a fan).
EXTRAS
- Evening Activities: May include movie night, pizza night, and team activities
- Weekend Stayovers: Included in the price for two-week campers
TRAVEL
US Sports Tennis Camps does not provide any transportation to/from camp from airports, train stations, or bus depots.
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.
Athletic, on-court tennis clothing
Tennis Racquet(s)
Tennis shoes and running shoes
Sweatshirt/warm-up jacket and pants
Water bottle
Sunscreen
Signed Health & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
OVERNIGHT CAMPERS ONLY:
Athletic clothing mentioned above (1-2 pairs/day)
Comfortable off-court clothing (pants/shorts, t-shirts, sweatshirts 1 pairs/day)
Undergarments (1-2pair/day)
Swimsuit and towel (subject to change)
Pajamas
Shower flip flops
Toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, body wash, face wash, hairbrush, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, etc.)
Personal items & medications
Washcloth and bath towel
Fan (optional)
Bed sheets (if linens are not provided)
Comforter/blanket (if linens are not provided)
Pillow/pillow case (if linens are not provided)
COMPANY POLICIES
For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.
TENNIS CAMP FAQ
For general questions about our tennis camps please see our FAQ page
SWING VISION
Maximize your camp experience with SwingVision, an iPhone app that provides the following benefits when you record your play: watch a full match in 20 minutes with the dead-time automatically removed, view stats like shot placement, court positioning, shot speed, and consistency for each shot type, filter to particular shot or point types and easily create highlight videos of certain points or shots, access video analysis, and stats immediately after you finish recording, all on unlimited cloud storage
Camp Code: TNTRSC
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- 7:15am Wake-up, breakfast at dining hall
- 9:00am-12:00pm Match simulation drills
- 12:15pm-1:30pm Lunch and rest
- 1:45pm-2:30pm Strategy Sessions
- 2:30pm-5:30pm Charted challenge matches and Stations training
- 5:30pm-6:00pm Tennis Fitness
- 6:30pm-7:30pm Dinner
- 7:45pm-9:30pm Evening Activity
- 10:00pm Lights out
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Last year over 650 Sports Camps sold out, leaving 7,000+ campers on the waitlist. Due to high demand, early registration for our first-come-first-serve camps is strongly recommended.
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