Premier/High School Camps for ages 14-18

9 a.m. to noon

Premier Camps are designed to help a player achieve a specific goal, such as to make an ODP or high school team or to increase their performance on a travel team. Though Premier Camps continue to hone technical skills, a significant portion of the training is allocated to player performance, tactical play, positional skills and psychological and physiological development. Each player will be asked to complete a survey that identifies his or her personal training goals. These will form the basis of the player’s training program throughout the week.

All players attending the Premier camp must be rostered on a travel team. While this is a fairly broad standard, it is important that each candidate take the time to consider if this camp is best suited to his or her needs. This is a demanding program and requires a committed player, who is able to work for quality at a high work rate. The Neighborhood Day Camp program also provides excellent training and is an attractive choice for players who want a less demanding alternative.

Players are also taught the psychological elements of soccer, including match preparation, practice habits and specific game situations, such as dealing with a physical opponent or playing when behind. This camp also teaches conditioning, nutrition, avoiding injuries and other physiological factors to improve performance.

Individual Technical Skills

Fast Footwork, Passing, Receiving under Pressure, Tackling, Shooting, Heading, Volleying, Finishing, Turning, Creativity with the Ball

Tactical and Team Play

Combination Plays, Principles of Attack, 1v1 Attack, Support, Off-Ball Movement, Principles of Defense, Pressure, Cover, Balance, Reading the Field, Vision and Anticipation, Positional Play, Individual Tactical Responsibilities