
Nike Volleyball Camp at Sacred Heart University
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Improve your volleyball skills this summer at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, Connecticut! The camp is open to girls, ages 10-18, and gives you the chance to train with Division I coaches Rob Machan and Kim Roleder in a fun, high-energy setting.
Get ready for action-packed drills, expert coaching, and a chance to connect with fellow athletes—all while having a blast! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to take your skills to the next level. Sign up today and get ready to play your best!
Highlights Include
- Instruction from SHU coaches and players who have held the Northeast Conference Champion title on multiple occasions!
- 1:10 staff to camper ratio
- Morning, afternoon, and evening training sessions
- Nike Volleyball Camps T-shirt and prizes! (multi-day camps only)
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director Rob Machan
Rob Machan is the Head Women's Volleyball Coach at Sacred Heart University.
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Head Coach Kim Roleder
Kim Roleder is the Associate Head Women's Volleyball Coach at Sacred Heart University.
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staff Camp Staff
Our Camp Director will be assisted by a talented staff which may include their assistant coach(es).
Camp Details
SECURE YOUR SPOT!
Please Note: Last year, camp sessions SOLD OUT at this location. You can expect a high demand on these first-come-first-serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early.
2025 CAMP INFORMATION
- Age Group*: 10-18
- Gender: Girls
- Programs: All Skills, Position Specialty/Serving & Advanced
- Camp Types: Overnight, Extended Day (commuter)
- Facility: Campers will train in the newly renovated William H. Pitt Center, home to the SHU Pioneer's volleyball team. With top-notch amenities, it provides a solid environment for athletes to improve their skills and enjoy their training experience.
- Meals: All meals are provided for Overnight campers. Lunch and dinner are provided for all Extended Day (commuter) campers.
*Overnight campers must be entering 6th grade or above in the Fall per Sacred Heart University policies.
2025 CAMP DATES
- July 22-25: All Skills
- July 25-28: Position Specialty/Serving
- July 28-31: Advanced
ATTEND MULTIPLE SESSIONS!
Want more training and a longer stay at camp? We encourage campers to maximize their camp experience by linking consecutive camp sessions together. Players have the option to attend All Skills (July 22-25) followed by Position Specialty (July 25-28) OR campers ages 14-18 can link Position Specialty (July 25-28) followed by Advanced (July 28-31). Campers will be supervised between sessions.
CAMP OPTIONS
Please note: Camp schedules and details may be subject to change. Upon arrival, all participants are evaluated by the staff and placed into groups based on age and ability level.
ALL SKILLS
- Dates: July 22-25
- Gender/Ages: Girls, Ages 10-18
- Check-in: 2:00pm on Day 1
- Check-out: Graduation is at 11:00am on Day 4. Parents are invited to attend! Check-out will follow immediately after.
- Extended Day Camper Schedule*: Day 1 2:00pm-8:00pm, Day 2-3 9:00am-8:00pm, Day 4 9:00am-11:00am
- Meals: Lunch and dinner will be provided for Extended Day campers. All meals will be provided for Overnight campers.
- All Skills: This All Skills program offers high-energy training focused on fundamental skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Athletes will build a solid foundation and boost confidence in a positive, energetic environment.
*Per Connecticut law, each camper needs to bring a physical copy of their medical physical, which must have been completed within the past 18 months.
POSITION SPECIALTY/SERVING
- Dates: July 25-28
- Gender/Ages: Girls, Ages 10-18
- Check-in: 2:00pm on Day 1
- Check-out: Graduation is at 11:00am on Day 4. Parents are invited to attend! Check-out will follow immediately after.
- Extended Day Camper Schedule*: Day 1 2:00pm-8:00pm, Day 2-3 9:00am-8:00pm, Day 4 9:00am-11:00am
- Meals: Lunch and dinner will be provided for Extended Day campers. All meals will be provided for Overnight campers.
- Position Specialty: This Position Specialty program is geared towards players wanting to hone their skills in a specific position or skill. Campers choose one position to focus on for the duration of camp and receive specialized training on the latest techniques. Position Specialty options include: hitter, setter, and libero.
*Per Connecticut law, each camper needs to bring a physical copy of their medical physical, which must have been completed within the past 18 months.
ADVANCED
- Dates: July 28-31
- Gender/Ages: Girls, Ages 14-18
- Check-in: 2:00pm on Day 1
- Check-out: Graduation is at 11:00am on Day 4. Parents are invited to attend! Check-out will follow immediately after.
- Extended Day Camper Schedule*: Day 1 2:00pm-8:00pm, Day 2-3 9:00am-8:00pm, Day 4 9:00am-11:00am
- Meals: Lunch and dinner will be provided for Extended Day campers. All meals will be provided for Overnight campers.
- Advanced: This Advanced program is geared toward high school and club-level players (ages 14-17/grades 9-12) with 2-3 years of competitive experience. This intense, challenging program stresses position play, advanced team techniques, physical conditioning, and a higher level of competitive play.
*Per Connecticut law, each camper needs to bring a physical copy of their medical physical, which must have been completed within the past 18 months.
*Wave Schedule for Extended Day Campers: Extended Day Campers check-in is at the time stated above on the first day of their camp. Everyone will receive a pick-up and drop-off schedule at check-in on the first day. Extended Day camper daily arrival and departure times may vary slightly based on a wave schedule. Campers will be assigned to their wave on the first day of camp. Extended Day Campers should be dropped off and picked up at the volleyball courts.
2025 HOUSING
The information below is subject to change each year.
- Dorms Name: Bergoglio Hall
- Dorm Style: Traditional Resident Hall
- Number of Campers Per Room: 2-3 per room
- 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!
- Bathrooms: Private in room
- Linens: Not included. Bring linens or a sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase, and a towel.
- Air Conditioning: Yes!
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Instruction: Morning, afternoon, and evening training sessions
- Overnight campers: Dormitory housing on campus and all meals are provided.
- Extended Day campers: Lunch and dinner are provided.
- Supervision: Staff members reside in campers’ quarters and participate in all activities.
- Camp T-shirt & Prizes: Campers at multi-day camps will receive a Nike Volleyball Camps t-shirt and prizes. *1-day clinics excluded.
- Volleyballs: Volleyballs are provided for instruction during camp. Campers may purchase a Camp Volleyball at the time of registration, which will be given out on the last day of camp. Fun tip: Have your camp friends sign your ball before you leave!
INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY
- Ratio: 1:10 staff-to-camper ratio
- Groupings: Campers are grouped by age, ability, and experience, per the Director’s discretion.
- Equipment Needed: Players should supply their own kneepads and have at least one pair of well-broken-in volleyball (court) shoes. Campers do not need to bring their own balls.
- Facility: Newly renovated William H. Pitt Center, home to the SHU Pioneer's volleyball team. With top-notch amenities, it provides a solid environment for athletes to improve their skills and enjoy their training experience.
- 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.
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.
ALL CAMPERS (OVERNIGHT & COMMUTERS):
- Athletic training clothes (t-shirts, shorts)
- Indoor volleyball shoes, well broken-in
- Outdoor athletic shoes
- Knee pads
- Water bottle
- Snacks
- Small gym bag/backpack
- Packed lunch (if required for commuters)
- Spending money
- Personal hygiene products
- Physical copy of camper's medical physical
- 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, shirts, sweatshirts, 1 pair/day)
- Undergarments (1-2 pair/day)
- Pajamas
- Bathrobe
- Flip flops
- Laundry bag
- Toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, bodywash, facewash, hairbrush, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, etc.)
- Personal items & medications
- Eye mask, ear plugs (optional)
- Washcloth and bath towel
- Alarm clock
- Fan (optional)
- Bed sheets (if linens not provided)
- Comforter or sleeping bag (if linens not provided)
- Pillow and pillowcase (if linens not provided)
TEAM DISCOUNT
If you have a group of 4 or more campers registering for the same camp, each camper is eligible for a $25 discount. If you have a group of 8 or more campers registering for the same camp, each camper is eligible for a $45 discount. Discounts are not available for camps priced at $250 or less. Please fill out the Team Discount - Volleyball form and we will create a unique discount code for your group.
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation is not provided. Campers are responsible for getting to and from camp on their own. There is no supervision before or after camp hours so please make arrangements to pick up your child on time.
COMPANY POLICIES
For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.
NIKE VOLLEYBALL CAMP FAQ
For general questions about our volleyball camps please see our FAQ page.
SCHOLARSHIPS
We cannot offer scholarships due to NCAA regulations. Our affiliation with NCAA coaches and schools puts us in a position where any scholarship money can be seen as an inducement to a future collegiate athlete. This puts our coaches and our host universities in jeopardy of damaging their status with the NCAA and incurring penalties at the hands of their organizing body.
Camps are open to any and all entrants, limited only by number, age, grade level and/or gender.
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SAMPLE SCHEDULE
- 7:30am-8:30am Wake Up, Breakfast
- 9:00am Extended Day Campers arrive, Warm-Up
- 9:30am-12:00pm Training Session I
- 12:00pm-1:00pm Lunch, rest
- 1:00pm-4:00pm Training Session II
- 4:00pm-6:00pm Dinner, rest
- 6:00pm-8:30pm Night-time activities/Training
- 8:30pm Overnight campers to rooms
- 10:00pm Lights out, Bed Checks
Newly renovated William H. Pitt Center, home to the SHU Pioneer's volleyball team. With top-notch amenities, it provides a solid environment for athletes to improve their skills and enjoy their training experience.
Camp Questions & Answers
Can I sign up for more than 1 session/program?
Absolutely! Campers are encouraged to attend multiple sessions. Each program delivers something unique to help players excel in all areas of the game. Many campers will attend more than one session to further refine their skills, compete against new players, or choose a session with a different program focus.
If I am attending back to back camp sessions do my parents have to come to check out for the first camp and check me in to the next camp?
No, as long as you turned in all of your required health & release forms at check in you are able to go from your first camp to your second camp that end and start on the same day. No check out and check back in necessary!
Camp Reviews
Overall Average Rating
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July 27, 2022: Learned new skills, made friends & overall a great experience.
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July 27, 2022: My daughter loved the camp! She can't stop talking about! Well done
— Anonymous
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July 30, 2022: Excellent coaches and kept my daughter motivated throughout her experience.
— Anonymous
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August 2, 2023: Creating relationships and friendships with my team. Learning valuable skills.
— Anonymous
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August 3, 2022: Great coaching. Learning from current college players, and getting a "feel" for dorm life.
— Anonymous
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July 27, 2022: Lauren loved meeting new people and is looking forward to doing advanced here next year.
— Anonymous
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August 2, 2023: My daughter not only felt that the coaches helped her improve her skills, but she also had a great time.
— Anonymous
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July 27, 2022: My daughter loved how experienced the coaches were and that they taught her skills that she has yet to do on travel and modified teams.
— Anonymous
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August 3, 2023: The campus was gorgeous and the facility nice and clean so it was a good experience for my daughter who is in highschool and going to be thinking about colleges soon.
— Anonymous
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A Great Time!
— Anonymous
SECURE YOUR SPOT – CAMPS SELL OUT!
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.
Camp Dates & Prices
Jul. 22 - Jul. 25, 2025
Nike Volleyball Camp at Sacred Heart University - All Skills
Nike Volleyball Camp at Sacred Heart University - All Skills
*Please Note: Last year, camp sessions SOLD OUT at this location.
Jul. 25 - Jul. 28, 2025
Nike Volleyball Camp at Sacred Heart University - Position Specialty
Nike Volleyball Camp at Sacred Heart University - Position Specialty
*Please Note: Last year, camp sessions SOLD OUT at this location.
Jul. 28 - Jul. 31, 2025
Nike Volleyball Camp at Sacred Heart University - Advanced
Nike Volleyball Camp at Sacred Heart University - Advanced