Cal Boys Water Polo Winter Camp
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USSC is proud to partner with Cal Water Polo Head Coach, Kirk Everist, this winter 2023 to bring you the Cal Water Polo Winter Camp! The camp will be held on the beautiful UC Berkeley campus, located on the eastern side of the San Francisco Bay with the central campus resting on 178 acres in Berkeley, California. Camp will take place each day at the Spieker Aquatic Complex that was just host to the 2022 NCAA Championship, where the Bears became back-to-back National Champions.
The focus of the program will be in-water instruction on the fundamentals of the game. Fundamental passing, shooting, team and individual defense along with tactical discipline and individual aspects of the game will be discussed. Don’t miss this opportunity to work with the top players and coaches in the country.
All Cal Sports Camps are open to any and all entrants. For your safety and benefit, we recommend you choose a camp that fits your level of development. All events are subject to change based on NCAA and Covid-19 restrictions. Due to high demand and limited capacity, prices are subject to increase as camp exceeds 25%/50%/75% capacity.
Highlights Include
- Instruction by Cal Men's Water Polo coaching staff and current players
- Low camper to instructor ratio
- Daily emphasis on fundamentals, position training, drills and scrimmages
- Position Specific Training for Drivers, Shooters, Goalies & 2 Meter Offense & Defense
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director/Head Coach Kirk Everist
Directing the Cal Water Polo Camp this summer is, Kirk Everist, the Cal Head Men's Water Polo Coach.
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Associate Head Coach Jeff Tyrrell
Jeff Tyrrell, the hero of California’s 2006 last-second victory for the NCAA men’s water polo title, completed his seventh season as Cal’s assistant coach in 2022 after serving the previous two seasons (2014-15) as the volunteer assistant. Following the 2021 season, he was promoted to Associate Head Coach. The Bears boast a 137-36 record and have won two national championships ('21, '22) since Tyrrell joined Kirk Everist’s staff in 2016.
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Assistant Coach Jakov Belamaric
Jakov Belamaric completed his first season as a Cal assistant coach in 2022, a national championship-winning season which saw the Golden Bears post their highest win percentage (.920) in 30 years.
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Camp Details
This winter, Cal is offering one session of Day Camp (9:00 AM to 4:00 PM) for Middle School and High School campers ages 12-18. Camp will take place each day at the Spieker Aquatic Complex that was just host to the 2022 NCAA Championship, where the Bears became back-to-back National Champions.
2023 OVERVIEW
- Dates/Age Group: December 16-17
- Gender: Boys
- Camp Type: Day Camp
- Schedule: 9:00am-4:00pm
- Check-In: 8:30-9:00am at UC Berkeley's Spieker Aquatic Complex
- Lunch: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a packed lunch.
- Skills Camp Program: The Skills Camp program is designed for middle school and high school players (Ages 12-18). This program is designed to provide youth players with the fundamentals, latest drills, in-water scrimmages and position specific training (Divers, Shooters, Goalies and 2 Meter Offense & Defense) essential for improvement.
CAMP ADDRESS
Spieker Aquatics Complex
2301 Bancroft Way
Berkeley, CA 94704
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PARKING
Parking is available in the RSF Parking Garage as well as metered street parking. Please be aware of parking restrictions.
CAMP CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT
Saturday, December 16th to Sunday, December 17th
- Check-in: will take place between 8:30-9:00am at Spieker Aquatic Complex.
- Check-out: camp ends at 3:00pm each day.
There is no supervision before or after camp hours so please make arrangements to drop off and pick up your child on time.
MEALS
Lunch is NOT provided each day. Please bring a healthy lunch and snacks each day.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Instruction: Morning and afternoon training sessions
- Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours.
- Camp T-shirt & Prizes: Campers will receive a Cal Camps t-shirt and prizes.
INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY
- Ratio: 1:10 staff-to-camper ratio
- Groupings: Campers are grouped by age, ability, and experience.
- Equipment Needed: Please bring your water polo suit, swim cap, googles and towel(s)
- Facility: Spieker Aquatic Complex
- 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.
Instruction will emphasize:
- Shooting, drive defense, defending center, pressure passing, and other important skill sets.
- Goal Setting sessions
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.
Items:
- Dryland Training Gear (running shoes, t-shirt, athletic shorts, sweatshirt)
- Warm jacket and sweats (for possible fog during morning training sessions)
- Backpack
- Water Polo Suit
- Rubber Caps
- Googles
- 2 x Towels
- Hat or Visor
- Sandals/Flip Flops
- Water Bottle
- Sunscreen
- Healthy Lunch and Snacks each day
- University of California Release Form (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
- Signed Health & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)
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.
Show Less See More Camp DetailsTRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Due to University and NCAA Policies, we are not allowed to offer any transportation to and from camps. The airport closest to the Berkeley campus is Oakland International The camp is not allowed to offer any transportation to and from camps. The airport closest to the Berkeley campus is Oakland International Airport; San Francisco International Airport is also within a reasonable distance. Campers are responsible for their own transportation to and from camp.
CAMP LODGING - NO HOUSING PROVIDED
RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT BERKELEY
2121 Center St
Berkeley, CA 94704
Website: marriott.com/hotels/travel/oakrr-residence-inn-berkeley/
Main: 510-982-2100
THE CLAREMONT HOTEL
41 Tunnel Rd
Berkeley, CA 94705
Website: claremontresort.com/1-800-257-7544
Main: 510-843-3000
HOTEL DURANT
2600 Durant Ave
Berkeley, CA 94704
Website: hoteldurantberkeley.com/1-800-238-7268
Hotel Main: 510-845-8981
DOUBLE TREE BY HILTON HOTEL BERKELEY MARINA
200 Marina Boulevard
Berkeley, CA 94710
Website: doubletree3.hilton.com/1-855-845-6550
Hotel Main: 510-548-7920
SPIEKER AQUATICS COMPLEX
Campers will train each day at UC Berkeley's Spieker Aquatics Complex located on Bancroft Way, between Dana St. and Ellsworth St.
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