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n early March, my family and I headed north for the weekend to attend my nephew’s third birthday. My dad is a pretty routine follower of SportStars, so we typically spend some time talking about what’s coming up for the magazine. When he asked on this visit, I said it was almost Camps & Clinics time. And at that, my dad just shook his head. “It just amazes me how many options there are in there.” Us too! For the first time, in our ninth year of building our Camps & Clinics Resource Guide, the options were too plentiful. But that doesn’t mean we don’t have them ready for you. It’s just that you’ll need to dial up our online camps home to find some of them. That said, readers will still find a ton of options — close to 20 pages worth of listings — in this particular version. We’ve also included our usual helping of camp-related content, including one of my favorites: Our short Q & A interviews of current high school standouts regarding their own camp experiences. We have as many as seven in this issue, so make sure you find each one. And when you’ve thumbed through all that we have here, and you’re thirsty for more, be sure to check out SportStarsMag.com. You’ll not only find more camp listings than my dad can shake a stick at, but you’ll also find all of our current high school coverage. Our website is the only place you’ll find our coverage of the state basketball championships, including features, slide shows and more. We also will have final NorCal boys and girls rankings. And if it’s spring sports you’re looking for, we’re cranking up our coverage of baseball, softball, track and more as March progresses. So start thinking about more sunshine and let Campdemonium wash over you. ✪

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Golf .................................................16

Swimming/Aquatics .......................28

Badminton ........................................8

Lacrosse ..........................................17

Tennis .............................................29

Baseball ............................................8

Martial Arts .....................................19

Training/Fitness ..............................29

Basketball .........................................8

Multi-Sport ..................................... 19

Track/Running ................................29

Cheer ..............................................11

Outdoor/Adventure .......................21

Volleyball ........................................29

Enrichment .....................................11

Rugby .............................................22

Field Hockey ..................................14

Soccer .............................................22

Football ..........................................15

Softball ...........................................25

Wrestling ........................................32 GENERAL CAMP LISTINGS START ON PAGE 33

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Tips On How To Make Yourself More Recruitable he recruiting process can be an emotional rollercoaster for an unsigned/uncommitted senior volleyball athlete (and for juniors in the same situation). As the author of CollegeVolleyballCoach.com, I receive numerous emails from volleyball families who are a bit panicked because college coaches

are telling them they are done recruiting, or not responding at all. Families must remember that the fall is the most important time of the year for college volleyball coaches; the collegiate playing season. College coaches are trying to not get fired, to secure a raise, get a contract, or pushing for a great record so they have the opportunity to move up the job ranks, etc. While recruiting never ends, the coach’s focus is almost exclusively on the players in the gym and achieving the best possible season right now. As the collegiate playing season comes to a close, the collegiate recruiting season starts. College volleyball programs will have immediate roster spots and scholarship positions to fill for seniors and juniors. From NCAA Division I to junior colleges, injuries, academics, homesickness, playing-time issues or job changes can all create immediate roster spots and scholarship opportunities which may not have been available one month ago. The active collegiate recruiting season begins in late November, when the collegiate seasons come to a close. Make sure you are ready to be recruited. ›› Be registered with the NCAA Eligibility Center and have your NCAA ID number listed on all your recruiting literature/profile. ›› If you are a junior or a senior, have a current copy of your high school transcript and ACT/SAT test score ready to send to colleges. ›› Use the small window of time between the end of high school volleyball and the start of club volleyball to address any injuries or physical issues. Rest does not fix problems, it only masks them. ›› As a senior, you need to be at the top of your game early in the club season. College coaches are looking to make immediate recruiting decisions on seniors, so you don’t have time to play your way into shape. ›› Use practice to improve your weaknesses, but always play to your strengths in early tournaments: Show your best skills to watching college coaches. ›› Re-examine your list of outreach schools. If you have been contacting a certain level of program and no school is getting back to you, then it is time to adjust. Responses, or lack of responses, from a grouping of schools provides valuable feedback. ›› Create a five-minute highlight or skills video of your most recent court time to have available for collegiate coaches. Don’t show clips/repetitions from September of your high school season, as it will be too old. Film the last matches of high school, or better yet, film the first few club volleyball practices. ›› Stay active in your outreach to colleges and communication. Roster openings will be occurring all through the holidays. Even though you may have already written a school, college coaches don’t go back through all of their emails when they have an opening, they respond to the next incoming email. There is still time on the recruiting clock for seniors (and definitely juniors), but no more time to let slip by. ✪ — Matt Sonnichsen for NCVA

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BADMINTON East Bay Badminton Spring Camp Elite. Intermediate. Beginner? It doesn’t matter. If you are interested in the competitive sport of Badminton, you have to come to our spring camps! We have age groupings from 19 and under to adult classes. Badminton is a sport for the masses Info: 510.655.8989 or info@eastbaybadminton.com BASEBALL Bentley School Summer Camp Bentley School Summer Sports Camps are an opportunity for rising 5th-12th graders to develop skills and interest in a variety of sports. All camps are coed and offer instruction and coaching MondayFriday for each session. Info: rrafeh@bentleyschool.net Branham Bruins Baseball Camps Branham High varsity baseball coach Tony Pianto runs this camp for boys and girls ages 5-14 (incoming freshmen) on the Branham campus in San Jose. The instruction is provided by Coach Pianto and current coaches, players and alumni and is excellent for all skill levels. Beginners to advanced baseball players are welcome to attend this camp, where they will have the opportunity to participate in age and skill appropriate drills and scrimmages. Two June sessions available. 9am-1pm. Info: baseball. branhamsportscamps.com/summercamps.cfm; aepianto@yahoo.com City of Walnut Creek Camp Camp Age: 8-13 offers a fully staffed and supervised baseball camp. Come out and play with the boys and girls of summer! Flash some leather and go yard with our fun combination of baseball instruction and games. Summer Camps: Registration opened Feb. 28. For more information: www. walnutcreekrec.org or call (925) 943-5858 De La Salle Youth Baseball Camp The DLS baseball camp offers

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See hundreds of more camps like these at SportStarsMag.com/Camps four sessions for young players (incoming 4th-9th graders) to further develop their skills in every facet of the game. The camp will emphasize the proper techniques for each player’s position and segment of the game (running, stealing, throwing, receiving, hitting, bunting, pitching, catching, outfield play and infield play). Drills and practice in all categories will be given, and games will also be played so the coaching staff will be able to analyze and help the camper in real game situations and scenarios. Info: www.dlshs. org/athletics/camps-clinics; summercamps@dlshs.org or call 925.288.8100 ext. 7090 Fieldhouse Camps & Clinics The Fieldhouse is an indoor baseball facility that provides baseball related developmental and training services for teams and organizations. Services include baseball classes for hitting, pitching, catching, base running, infield and outfield defense, speed/agility/ strength training, and teaching the mental aspect of baseball. Camps & Clinics are year-round. Info: 925446-6568; TheFieldhouse.net Golden Era Spring Academies Choose between our Hitting, Pitching or Infield Academies. Come out and get ready to perform. Golden Era is also home to the Oakland Immortals Club team. Info: (925) 339-1078; www.goldenerabaseballclub.com/ spring-academy-2018 Headfirst Baseball Academy & Summer Camps Headfirst camps are known throughout Northern California for player development. Players will learn the correct mechanics of each position to achieve more success on the diamond. They

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will also focus on hitting, pitching, and much more! Most importantly, they will have a great time! Info: Coach Michael, MJi0209@aol.com; Coach Mario, Mario74iglesias@aol. com Moreau Catholic Baseball Camps These unique baseball camps provide a customized program tailored towards individual needs. The camp begins each day in the weight room or on the football field working on strength training exercises or agility exercises. The latter half of our day will consist of defensive and offensive work on the baseball field. Open to student-athletes, grades 2-9. Info: 510.881.4300; OSailors@ moreaucatholic.org National Academy of Athletics Hit & Run Baseball/Softball Camp The National Academy of Athletics prides itself on providing baseball & softball programs that are not ordinary, they are extraordinary! Our baseball and softball programs provide sports specific instruction as well as hands on playing time. Skills development includes batting, catching throwing and overall game strategy for beginners to the more experienced player. Info: 866-90-SPORT Nike Baseball Camps Nike Baseball Camps offer athletes a variety of youth baseball camp options when considering the best possible location. Depending on the camp and its unique schedule, our campers can spend the entire week at one of our many locations nationwide. Info: 1-800-NIKE-CAMP Performance Pitching With Matt Jarvis Performance Pitching in Northern California offers structured methods of baseball training designed

specifically to the develop core skills players need to be successful on the field. With over 25 years of experience in private baseball instruction, we are committed to teaching you everything you need to know about baseball. We teach you the fundamentals of the game, how to improve your play, and a passion for baseball. Info: info@ performancepitching.net; (877) 797-6174 Salesian Red & Gold Camp This one week camp for 4th-8th graders will be led by the Salesian varsity baseball coach and include offensive, defensive and mental drills to help improve the skill set of youth baseball players. This will include: Position-specific and team defensive skill competitions, offensive skill competitions and team competition to complete the week. This camp will also include ways to improve the mental approach to the game with guests speakers from former college baseball players. July 8-12. Cost: $175. Info: salesian.com/athletics/ sportscamps St. Patrick-St. Vincent HS Baseball/Softballl Camps A camp that provides the opportunity to learn new techniques, improve individual abilities, make new friends, and have FUN! Campers develop skills and reach a new level of play and selfconfidence. All areas of the game are covered, including hitting, fielding, base-running, pitching, catching, and team play. Campers will be grouped by age and skill level. Camp is directed by the varsity baseball coaching Staff. Info: 707-644-4425; m.delgado@spsv.org TPC Baseball & Softball Camps Spring - Winter Camps feature skills, drills and competitions in all areas of major areas of the game (hitting, pitching, throwing, fielding). Players will have blast while improving their

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skills with our TPC staff and often guest appearances from former and current professional baseball players. Info: 925-416-1600 info@ thepitchingcenter.com BASKETBALL Berean Christian BoysCamp Campers will have a week of skill development, various drills, and fun competitive games. This camp is led by Berean Christian’s Coach, Justin Wade, with the help of Berean Christian’s coaching staff, current players, and former players. They are committed to helping each camper to take the game to the next level. Each day campers will focus on and improve in a different skill. June 10-13, 9am-2pm. Info: bereansummercamps@gmail.com; (925) 945-6464 Castro Valley High School Summer Basketball Kids Camp This camp invites students 3rd – 8th grades (boys & girls) to Castro Valley High School for its weeklong basketball camp under the direction of Trojans varsity coach Chris Fortenberry. The program is designed to help create well rounded student athletes. In addition to developing basketball skills, the program provides: the opportunity to develop leadership skills, foster self-confidence, selfdiscipline, decision-making skills, organizational skills, and encourage setting goals. Info: cfortenberry@ cv.k12.ca.us; (510) 537-5910 De La Salle Basketball Camp De La Salle Basketball camps has five sessions aimed at creating a fun and safe environment while teaching the fundamentals of the game. Each De La Salle Basketball camp will be staffed by the DLS Basketball staff, current student-athletes and alumni. Shooting, ball handling, passing, rebounding, defense, footwork, 1 on 1 moves and big man moves will all be covered. Our camps will also incorporate and stress having the proper attitude, teamwork and listening skills. Campers will be

grouped by skill level and grade. Camp is open to K-incoming 9th graders. Boys and girls are welcome. We look forward to seeing you all this summer at camp. Info: www.dlshs.org/athletics/campsclinics; summercamps@dlshs.org or call 925.288.8100 x7090 Menlo School Boys Camps The Menlo School basketball camps are designed to emphasize skill development through drills and game situations. Players will work on improving all facets of the game, including ball handling, passing, and shooting, as well as defensive techniques and playing on and off the ball. Open to grades 4-12, all levels. Info: www.menloschool.org/ athletics/camps-and-clinics.php; info@ menloschool.org; 650.330.2000 Menlo School Girls Camps The Menlo School basketball camps are designed to emphasize skill development through drills and game situations. Players will work on improving all facets of the game, including ball handling, passing, and shooting, as well as defensive techniques and playing on and off the ball. Open to grades 4-9, all levels. Info: www.menloschool.org/ athletics/camps-and-clinics.php; info@ menloschool.org; 650.330.2000 Nike Basketball Camps Nike Basketball Camps are pleased to offer day camps and overnight camps all over the country. Enjoy the ultimate basketball camp experience at some of our nation’s most beautiful college campuses. Or get better each day with one of our highlevel coaches at a location closer to you. Info: 1-800-NIKE-CAMP Cal Stars Basketball Academy The Stars Basketball Academy (SBA) camps are for third through 11th graders, and are suitable for all skill levels — and are open to those not involved in the Cal Stars’ program. At the end of each week, you will notice remarkable improvement in ball handling, passing, footwork and shooting. Info: Clay Kallam, 925 935-730 National Academy of Athletics Hoop it Up Basketball Camp The National Academy Of Athletics Prides Itself On Providing Basketball

CARSON JARRATT Del Oro-Loomis Football Do you have a favorite camp or clinic memory? The Lewis & Clark Camp in Portland when coach Mike Riley (Oregon St.) pulled me aside to compliment my mechanics & accurate passes. What would you tell your younger self so that you could get more out of a camp? I would tell the younger me to just enjoy the moment & camp experience. What did you gain from a camp setting that you may not have gained in a practice setting? I gained exposure to high level college coaching, and elite drills. What did the best camps you attended have in common? Good quality coaching along with being a very organized camp. What’s one thing you learned at a camp or clinic that has stayed with you, and that you apply today? When Jim Harbaugh told me to “Keep your eye on the target while throwing, aim small miss small.” Still sticks with me today. If you were a camp director for your sport, what’s the first thing you’d want your camp to have? To hire the best available high school & colleges coaches along with quality facilities.

Programs That Are Not Ordinary, They Are Extraordinary! If your child likes basketball, they will love these camps and clinics! From beginners to the more experienced player, whether they want to improve their skills or just compete, we have something that will motivate, educate and challenge everyone! Info: 1-866-90-SPORT Moreau Catholic Frank Knight Basketball Camp Improve your skills with Coach Frank Knight III, who coached the Mariner Team to the 2017 and 2019 North Coast Section Championships. As a player at St. Mary’s College and as a high school coach of nearly two decades, Coach Knight brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to share with campers. Campers will be divided by age and level during the sessions. Campers may attend 1 or 2 sessions. Open to boys and girls, entering grades 2-9. Info: fknight@ moreaucatholic.org; 510.881.4300

Moreau Catholic Girls Camps Camp Coach Jose Alvarez will teach your child the skills needed both on and off the court to be a better athlete. Using our progressional curriculum and focusing on the whole player. Open to girls, grades 3- 8. Our staff focuses on respect, teamwork and responsibility as they will start each day with a ‘skill of the day’ and progress into drills and games making an unforgettable camp experience for your young athlete. Info: JAlvarez@moreaucatholic.org (510) 881-4300 Modesto Magic Basketball Association Let us help you take your game to the next level. If you are a girl (ages 4-17) and you love basketball, then your at the right place. We are here to help you take your game to the next level. We offer leagues, camps, clinics, tournaments, private lessons and AAU traveling teams. If your just beginning your basketball experience or if your a very skilled player,

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we have something for you. Info: Stan Silva, 209-765-5107; ssilva1920@aol.com Bald Eagle Basketball Camps Bald Eagle Basketball Camp aims to build complete players who understand the importance of each skill required to be successful on the basketball court, not just guard or post skills. We aspire to increase the intrinsic motivation of each camper, so that they will strive to be their very best well beyond the basketball court. (888) 505-BALD (2253); team@baldeaglecamps.com NoTime2Chill Basketball Clinics If it’s training you want. If you want to get to the next level. Then there’s NoTime2Chill! NoTime2Chill Skills Academy is dedicated to helping individuals find the joy in playing and learning basketball. Our goal is to provide more than just a casual sports outlet for youth and more than just simple court coaching services. We aim to teach basketball players of all skill levels what it takes to elevate their game to the next level and develop the mentality of a champion. Info: (844) 200-0175 Salesian Red & Black Basketball Camps Red and Black Basketball Camps for 4th8th graders are led by Salesian boys basketball coach and former California Coach of the Year, Bill Mellis. They aim to provide outstanding instruction, including individual fundamentals and building confidence through drills and team play for boys and girls. Academic and personal goal setting will be discussed, and a guest speaker will make a presentation. This camp is designed to make each athlete a better basketball player in a fun environment where campers can make new friends. Session I: June 24—28; Session II: July 8—12; Session III: July 15—19, 2019. Cost: $175.00 per session. Info: salesian.com/athletics/ sportscamps Salesian Red & Black Girls Basketball Half-Day Skills Clinic This Basketball Clinic is specifically tailored for the 4th to 8th grade girl interested in improving her fundamental basketball skills. The staff is expected to include Dustin Hirashima, Bernard Brown, Justin Reid, Greg Ginsburg, Alana Horton, Isabell Ampon, Richard Rincon, Justin Rollolazo, Sam Sims as well as other guest coaches and members of the Pride Varsity Basketball team. Info: salesian.com/ athletics/sportscamps

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St. Patrick-St. Vincent HS Intro To Basketball Camp This camp is designed as a great introduction to basketball for boys and girls. The focus is on FUN and fundamentals. Campers work with smaller basketballs and lowered rims which help ensure proper form. Campers participate in offensive and defensive drills and station work, followed by team games. Campers are coached by varsity coaches Derek Walker, Nadine Walker, their assistants and current players. Info: 707-6444425; m.delgado@spsv.org St. Patrick-St. Vincent HS Girls Camp Campers participate in offensive and defensive drills and station work, followed by games. Additionally, players are provided preparation for summer leagues and tournaments. Campers are coached by varsity coach Nadine Walker, her assistants and former players. Info: 707-6444425; m.delgado@spsv.org St. Patrick-St. Vincent HS Boys Camp Campers participate in offensive and defensive drills and station work, followed by games. Additionally, players are provided preparation for summer leagues and tournaments. Campers are coached by the 2017 California-Division IV Coach of the year, Derek Walker and his 2017 state championship winning coaching staff. Info: 707-644-4425; m.delgado@spsv.org St. Francis Catholic High School Camp Basketball Summer Camp is staffed by Head Varsity Coach Heather Brownholtz and coaching staff of St. Francis High School’s 8-Time Sac-Joaquin Section and 2016 NorCal Division Championship teams. Current varsity players provide assistance. For girls entering 5th through 9th grades, the camp will teach fundamental skills including dribbling, passing, rebounding, and shooting. The week ends with players divided into teams and playing competitive games. Info: www. stfrancishs.org/sports-camps Bentley School Summer Boys Camp The complete skills camp covers a wide range of basketball skills from ball handling, passing, shooting, and defensive principles to help your child build a solid foundation for their basketball career. Rising

MORGAN HESS Heritage-Brentwood Softball / Idaho State-commit Do you have a favorite camp or clinic memory? My favorite memory is probably meeting athletes from all around the country. I really enjoyed playing with athletes from all around and competing with a wide range of girls. What would you tell your younger self so that you could get more out of a camp? Be louder and more outgoing during camps. College coaches love to see girls who hold a leadership role on the field, and I was pretty shy throughout my first few camps I attended. What did you gain from a camp setting that you may not have gained in a practice setting? A camp setting is different from a practice setting because you are surrounded by a completely new group of girls, coaches, players, etc. It’s a new environment that makes you have to come out of your shell and perform on the spot. What did the best camps you attended have in common? The best camps were the camps that were fast-paced and competitive. Some camps involve standing in a lot of lines and standing around, but the good camps were always constantly going and busy. What’s one thing you learned at a camp or clinic that has stayed with you, and that you apply today? Stand out and be a leader. Be noticed! There are so many girls who play softball and who are striving to play college softball. Standing out makes it easier for colleges to notice you. If you were a camp director for your sport, what’s the first thing you’d want your camp to have? The first thing I’d want my camp to have is many instructors for the athletes attending, so they could ask for help and advice. 6th-9th graders will play small games and have competition to develop con dence and a love for the game. Info: (925) 283-2101 ext. 3241 rrafeh@bentleyschool.net Breakthrough Basketball Camps Breakthrough Basketball conducts quality, high-intensity, drill based camps that focus on not only bettering a players skill set on the court but also building character and confidence off the court. These camps will strengthen your athletes mentality while boosting their confidence to become more aggressive and skilled players. Our camps will provide a focused, fun learning environment that cannot be rivaled. Info: (866) 846-7892 Fastbreak Basketball Camps With us, your daughter will learn the fundamentals of basketball, gain valuable game experience, and work with some of the area’s most knowledgeable female basketball players. Celebrated coach, Margaret Gartner will

CHEER Berean Christian Cheer Camp Campers will be instructed by talented and experienced BCHS coaches assisted by BCHS varsity athletes who love the sport! June 17-20, 9am-2pm. Open to 3rd-8th graders. Info: bereansummercamps@gmail.com; (925) 945-6464 National Academy of Athletics High Spirit Cheer Camps The National Academy of Athletics prides itself on providing Cheer and Dance programs that are not ordinary, they are extraordinary! Our High Spirit Cheer and Dance programs are designed to help girls & boys learn the individual skills to become more confident leading cheers and performing in front of crowds. Info: 866-90-SPORT Cheer Gyms Camps Cheergyms.com/Spirit Spectacular offers a wide variety of camp options including in house camps, 4-day away camps, weekend

camps, private camps, skills specific clinics and commuter camps where we bring the camp to you. You pick the option that works best for your team. Info: info@cheergyms. com; 925-685-3910 St. Patrick-St. Vincent HS Cheer Camp The SPSV Varsity Cheer team and coaches pack this week with fun and spirit! Campers learn several different sideline cheers, dance routines, and basic tumbling skills. All skill levels are welcome. Camp fee include cheer bow. Info: 707-644-4425; m.delgado@spsv.org ENRICHMENT De La Salle Fine Arts Camps Four different camps for rising 7th-9th graders. One will focus on comedy improv, another on musical theatre, a third in short scene acting, and finally one that covers screenwriting. Info: www.dlshs.org/athletics/ camps-clinics;summercamps@dlshs.org or 925.288.8100 x7090 St. Francis Catholic Summer Enrichment Camp Troubie is a four-week summer program for rising/incoming 6th through 8th (morning academic classes) and

expose your daughter to the same drills she has used throughout her 24 years of coaching at the high school level. Info: fastbreak_club@ icloud.com. or (925) 933-9115 City of Walnut Creek Basketball Camp Walnut Creek Basketball Camp Age: 8-13 offers a fully staffed and supervised basketball camp. Droppin’ dimes and makin’ it rain – that’s the fun you will have with our instructors while they teach you the fundamentals of basketball and let you show off your skills in games. Summer Camps Registration begins March 1. nfo: www.walnutcreekrec.org or call (925) 943-5858 Cal Basketball Camp For GIrls Our camps provide instruction for players of all skill levels, as each camp is designed to emphasize individual improvement, fundamental skills, teamwork, sportsmanship and enjoyment. To develop and improve both basic and advanced skills such as shooting, passing, ball handling, and footwork. Info: 1-800-GO-BEARS

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Why Non-Traditional Sports Activities Can Have Power For Your Kids By Bob McFarlane

hy Do Non-Traditional Sports Activities Have Power For Your Kids? It was our second summer after starting our sports camp. A parent came to me right after checking in her son Owen on Day 1. She said “I really hope he likes it. He had a bad experience at school and he will not let me sign him up for any teams. I had to move mountains to get him to try your camp for one week.” As I probed, I found out that he had tried several times to go out and play traditional sports with the kids on the school playground and each time was told “you don’t know the rules, you don’t know how to dribble, or you stink.” After the third rejection, he determined sports were not for him and he was not an athlete. The saddest part, Owen was only in first grade. The real question, how many millions of kids have had the same experience? I am actually a huge fan of traditional sports — when they are done right. After 30 years of teaching P.E., special education, coaching varsity teams and building summer sports camps, I believe the power of a great sports program is in its creativity and appeal to the masses. It’s a fact that traditional sports create an immediate hierarchy, regardless of the age level

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or platform of play. It doesn’t matter which sport you pick, by third grade, the kids who have had the experience and training start to shine and others are left to feel inferior. Traditional sports camps follow the usual pattern: periods where kids rotate with their teams from one sport to another. If the camp describes the games and it sounds familiar (football, basketball, baseball, soccer, etc.) then the camp lacks a non-traditional approach. Unique yet competitive, modified games are what you are looking for because they eliminate boredom and balance the playing field for any level of athlete. Traditional sports are fine to use, but it should be a choice. Non-traditional games are designed around the premise of creatively modifying games, drills and activities in order to make them more inclusive and more engaging for all athletic levels. In short, the end goal is to create a great game that everyone loves and can feel successful at. When no one is an “expert athlete” at a particular game, then the traditional hierarchy is minimized. As a result, the potential for appropriate challenge, inclusion, teamwork and successful athletic experiences for

every level athlete is increased. Culture is the umbrella over all activities and can also be non-traditional. What does the organizational leadership do to train their coaches across multiple platforms? What is the structure of the camp message, or is it too vague that you really can’t tell? At our camp, we teach campers how to be a Triple Impact Competitor as defined by the award-winning national organization, The Positive Coaching Alliance. We PCA-certify our coaches, teach the campers segments each morning, use “sticky message” reinforcement techniques all day long, and have a huge awards ceremony at the end of the week to recognize the camper from each team who best exemplifies the TIC message. Everything we do at camp revolves around a well-defined culture. Our camp motto is to “Redefine What It Means To Be A Winner.” Camps, leagues, club teams and teachers should have a clearly defined message or they are just rolling dice with what your kids take away from them. My suggestion: Read through the lines of marketing material vs. actual substance. There are a lot of phenomenal programs out there, but do your research. Thankfully, Owen had a great week at our camp, won the TIC award, and asked his mom to sign him up for several leagues following camp. We can’t always protect our kids from the negative situations, but we can make sure they get some great experiences to balance out the equation. ✪ Bob McFarlane is the co-founder and director of Bald Eagle Sports Camps. He’s also a Positive Coaching Alliance-certified coach and P.E. teacher at Los Altos High School. Learn more about his camps at baldeaglecamps.com

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rising/incoming 5th through 8th (afternoon enrichment) grade girls. Students may join us for half-day and full day programs.Morning classes focus on academics, and afternoon classes offer fun enrichment activities. Current St. Francis students act as Camp counselors and will greet students, assist with classes, and lead lunchtime activities for our all-day campers. Info: 916-737-5022; summer@stfrancishs.org St. Francis Camp Troubie Jr. New this year! This one-week program running July 8-12 is designed for rising 1st-4th grade girls.udents may join us for half-day and full day programs. Morning classes focus on academics, and afternoon classes offer fun enrichment activities. Current St. Francis students act as Camp counselors and will greet students, assist with classes, and lead lunchtime activities for our allday campers. Info: 916-737-5022; summer@stfrancishs.org

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atmosphere designed just for you! Whether your child is a first-timer or an experienced Explorer camper, our exciting and active program is sure to create lasting memories for your child for years to come! Explorer Camp employs a superb and highlytrained group of instructors and group leaders to be there every step of your child’s camp experience. Info: camps@berkeley.edu Cal Leadership Training Camp Cal Youth Programs has a Junior High and High School Leadership-toWork Program that provides kids with an opportunity to learn outstanding leadership skills that can be applied to all aspects of life. Campers in Leadership Training (CILTs) participate in leadership lessons focused on working with youth and learning general job skills. Info: camps@berkeley.edu

Cal Social Skills Camp Cal Youth Camps offers one-ofa-kind social skills camps for children with Nonverbal Learning Disabilities, High Functioning Autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, and children with similar social skills deficits. Camps for entering grades 4-8 and teens. Info: 510-643-2509, jenn8@berkeley.edu Character Combine Sports Camps The goal of Character Combine is to pursue a partnership with coaches and athletes at all levels and sports. Whether it’s Little League, Youth Soccer, High School Football, or Division 1 Basketball, character is what’s essential to true success in sports and in life. Through this six-hour, conference-like event, we have a

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variety of keynote, high-octane speakers along with breakout sessions for both coaches and athletes. Info: 1-866-545-6971 ext. 2, info@charactercombine.com Salesian Red & Black Camp — Let’s Eat This one-week introductory cooking course will focus on basic skills needed for students in 5th-8th grade to learn how to cook simple and easy meals. Each day will focus on particular skills and recipes. A variety of food types and styles from various cultures will be featured. There will be plenty of hands on experiences and, of course, we will eat the product of all our work. July 29Aug. 2, 9am-1pm. Cost: $200. Info: salesian.com/athletics/sportscamps FIELD HOCKEY Branham Bruins Field Hockey Camp The Branham Field Hockey Camp offers excellent instruction by coaches with Division I and United States Field Hockey Association

CHASE SALDATE Gilroy Wrestling / Michigan State-commit Do you have a favorite camp or clinic memory? Dorming with my best friends always makes memories. What would you tell your younger self so that you could get more out of a camp? I would say to pay attention more. I was more about fun and less about paying attention. What did you gain from a camp setting that you may not have gained in a practice setting? Bonding more with your team. You are with them for multiple days not just two hours a day. This just brings the team closer. What did the best camps you attended have in common? They all were overnight, and although serious, they still had games in some of the sessions. What’s one thing you learned at a camp or clinic that has stayed with you, and that you apply today? Definitely to keep your dorm clean and to be responsible with time. No one is there to make you go to a session. Today I keep my room more organized and show up to practice on time. If you were a camp director for your sport, what’s the first thing you’d want your camp to have? I would say a great cafeteria. Wrestlers love their food — so having good food is definitely important. player and coaching experience. Held on the Branham campus in San Jose, beginning players will learn the basics of field hockey while more experienced players will be challenged in their skills and game play. The camp is open to 1st-9th graders. June 17-21, 9a-1p. Info: fieldhockey.branhamsportscamps.com/ summer-camp.cfm National Academy of Athletics Camps Developed from and based on the fundamental program offered by USA Field Hockey, our introductory program is great for beginners and intermediate players who want to work on their fundamental skill sets. We teach proper grip and posture, ball control, receiving and trapping, passing and attacking. Come out and join our experienced staff as we introduce you to the great game of Field Hockey! Info: 866-90-SPORT FOOTBALL Berean Christian Eagles FCA Football Camp Featuring NFL and college players, this is a coed, non-contact camp open to all incoming 3rd - 8th graders interested in learning about football. It’s led by Berean head coach and Super Bowl Champion, James Hodgins. The camp takes the best attributes of an athletic-

focused camp and a spiritual-focused camp and combines them into an athletic/spiritual experience. We create an exciting, athletic environment that allows young players to pursue their passion for the sport and clearly see and hear Christ’s passion for them. July 8-11, 10am-3pm. Info: bereansummercamps@ gmail.com; (925) 945-6464 City of Walnut Creek Flag Football Camp City of Walnut Creek Flag Football Camp Age: 8-13 offers a fully staffed and supervised flag football camp. Take it to the house! In this fun and recreational, noncontact version of football the skill development and games will allow kids the opportunity to explore football. Info: www. walnutcreekrec.org or call (925) 943-5858 Menlo Football Camps The Menlo Football Camp is designed for 6th-8th graders to focus on football skills and improvement while outlining the culture of the Menlo Knight Football Program, a program rooted in a team first mentality, relentless effort, competition, and enthusiasm. In addition, each camper will be introduced to our leadership development program which provides guidelines for personal behaviors, ownership, and character. Info: www.menloschool.org/athletics/campsand-clinics.php; info@menloschool.org; 650.330.2000

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Jesse Sapolu Men In The Trenches Academy Jesse Sapolu’s “Men In The Trenches” Linemen Academy is one of the premier camps in the nation dedicated to teaching the fundamentals of playing the offensive and defensive line positions. MITT gives young athletes the opportunity to learn all the nuances about the Offensive and Defensive

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Line while getting to compete against other top linemen in the country. Camps are open for all players grades 5th-12th in various cities. Info: www.mittnorcal.com California Football Academy Camps Contact and non-contact camps are available for players ages 6-14 during single weeks in both March and June. The camps take place in Oakley. CFA offers flag football leagues and tournaments

also. Oakley, Concord and San Ramon. Info and registration: see our website or call 925625-2222; email californiafootballacademy@ hotmail.com De La Salle’s Bob Ladouceur Championship Football Camp Bob Ladouceur’s Championship Football Camp was established in 1988 to help teach sound, fundamental offensive and defensive football techniques to the pre-high school player. The coaching staff will use demonstration and individual drills to teach basic skills to both beginning and experienced players. Proper warm-up, physical conditioning, skills drills and review are part of each scheduled session. Coach Ladouceur will be assisted by his regular coaching staff and selected former players. Full contact is not a priority at this camp. June 17-20, 8:30am-12:30pm. Open to incoming 4th-9th graders. Info: www.dlshs. org/athletics/camps-clinics; summercamps@ dlshs.org or 925.288.8100 x7090 De La Salle QB/Wide Receiver Camp The purpose of the DLS QB/WR camp is to create an environment of greater understanding of, and the proficiency with, the fundamentals, techniques, skills, motivation, and sportsmanship necessary for success at the individual offensive skill positions in the sport of football. We also strive to expand the overall knowledge and strategy of offensive play and defensive coverage. Two June sessions available. Info: www.dlshs.org/ athletics/camps-clinics;summercamps@dlshs. org or 925.288.8100 x7090 St. Patrick-St. Vincent HS Football Camp California State Champion Coach Lane Hawkins and his experienced staff provide skill development in a fun and competitive environment. Campers will be grouped by age and experience level. The campers will be taught techniques needed to pass, catch and run. Campers will participate in skill drill followed by 7 on 7 flag football games. Info: 707-644-4425; m.delgado@spsv. org Campolindo Cougar Camps Full Gear Youth Football Camp The goal of Cougar camp is to develop fundamentals and techniques associated with tackle football (Quantity of contact based on appropriate skill level or readiness). Grades 4 – 8, Separated by grade - including incoming Freshman. Instructor Kevin Macy, Campolindo

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High School’s Head Football Coach, has been conducting summer football camps in Moraga for over a decade. The camp will be staffed with a full complement of experienced coaches and a certified trainer. Info: (925) 2803950 X 5163; kmacy@acalanes.k12.ca.us National Academy of Athletics Flag Football Camps The National Academy of Athletics prides itself on Flag Football programs that are not ordinary, they are extraordinary! Under the expert care of our coaches and directors, campers not only learn individual flag football skills like passing, receiving, running drills and strategy but also develop personally and socially, learning teamwork and building character and life skills through sports. Info: 866-90-SPORT Moreau Catholic Football Camps One of the unique Moreau Catholic Football traditions is attending this 6-9th grade Summer Camp. This non-contact camp is a great way to learn basic fundamentals of football in a non-contact environment. The camp is run by varsity coach Rob Gatrell, whose first Mariners team went 13-1 and reached the NCS Div. IV championship game this last December. Our amazing group of coaches have been responsible for resurgence in the excellence of the Moreau Catholic football program. Info: rgatrell@moreaucatholic.org; 510-881-4333 GOLF Walnut Creek Golf Camp Age: 8-13 offers a fully staffed and supervised golf camp. Skill, focus, balance, and etiquette are integral to the game of golf. Info: www.walnutcreekrec.org or call (925) 943-5858 The First Tee East Bay We introduce the game of golf in a way that allows participants to progress with the mechanics required, but more importantly, teaches the values of the game, celebrates the fitness aspect of playing, and is offered at little or no cost. Info: (510) 3522002; info@thefirstteeoakland.org The First Tee Silicon Valley The First Tee of Silicon Valley offers youth development through golf. As a Life Skills program, we build the character of youth to help them succeed in life. Class information and registration is available at thefirstteesiliconvalley.org website. Info: (408) 288-2937 info@tftsv.org

The First Tee Tri-Valley The First Tee is an international youth development organization introducing the game of golf and its inherent values to young people. Through after school and in school programs, we help shape the lives of young people from all walks of life by reinforcing values like integrity, respect and perseverance through the game of golf. And it’s making a difference. Info: 925.462.7201; thefirstteetrivalley@gmail.com The First Tee-Contra Costa The First Tee Summer Camp is a youth development Golf program for boys and girls ages 7-18. Participants will learn about golf and the life skills and values inherent to the game. In addition to golf skills rules and etiquette participants are introduced to The First Tee Nine Core Values- honesty, integrity, sportsmanship, respect, confidence, responsibility, perseverance, courtesy and judgment. Info: firstteecontracosta@gmail. com or cal 925-446-6701 Nike Golf Camp in our 24th year, Nike Junior Golf Camps provides junior golfers with the tools to improve and enjoy this great game for a lifetime. With over 100 locations nationwide at prominent universities, prestigious golf resorts, and local golf courses, there is an opportunity for every junior golfer to get better and have fun doing it. Enroll in camp today and see why over 185,000 golfers have attended Nike Junior Golf Camps! Info: 1-800-NIKE-CAMP LACROSSE De La Salle Spartan Elite Lacrosse Are you looking to take your lacrosse game to the next level? Then come out and join current DLS staff, alumni and professional players as we look to develop and expand lacrosse IQ through a series of 4-day/positional camps. Camps will be held at De La Salle High School for 5th to 12th grade boys. 4-day camps will focus on small group stations leading up to positional play and advanced skills. Players will receive high reps and oneon-one instruction of the core fundamentals of the game such as cradling, passing, shooting, offense and defense. Camps will end with small sided games and competitions. Hope to see you all out there! July 8-11, 8:30am-12:30pm. Info: www.dlshs.org/athletics/camps-clinics; summercamps@dlshs.org or 925.288.8100 x7090

Menlo School Boys Camps The Menlo Summer Lacrosse Camp will focus on important FUNdamentals including cradling, throwing, catching, ground balls, dodging, shooting, and individual defense as well as basic offensive & defensive team concepts. A differentiating factor for our Menlo camp will be classroom-based video analysis to 1) teach & reinforce important individual & team concepts, and 2) supplement the fieldwork that we will be doing each day. All instruction will take place in a fun, engaging environment, and we are confident that every participant, from beginners to more advanced players, will take away something valuable from their camp experience. Open to grades 5-8, all levels. Info: www.menloschool. org/athletics/camps-and-clinics.php; info@ menloschool.org; 650.330.2000 St. Francis Catholic Summer Camp JV head coach Paul Brust, with the assistance of current Troubie Laxers, will help campers explore the growing fast pace sport of lacrosse. Skill development, stick work and team bonding will all be emphasized in this beginner level week long camp. This is a fun, low stress environment to learn a new sport. Wear athletic clothes and cleats, and bring your water bottle. If you have your own stick and goggles bring those too but they are not mandatory. Open to 5th-9th graders. Info: 916-737-5038; summer@stfrancishs.org National Academy of Athletics Lacrosse Our Run, Pass & Shoot Lacrosse camp was developed to help beginners through advanced players improve their skill sets with exceptional instruction in all aspects of the game. We start from square one and focus on being fundamentally sound and technically correct. Players are then grouped by age and ability to learn proper warm-ups, footwork drills, catching, dodging, agility, passing, cradling, shooting, defense and game strategies. Info: 866-90-SPORT Nike Lacrosse Camps Improve your game and have a blast at Nike Lacrosse Camp. Nike Lacrosse Camps provide players of all positions and ability levels the opportunity to improve and refine every facet of their game in a positive, progressive and challenging environment. Our high performance camp directors and coaches are involved in every step of the process, from teaching fundamental skills to promoting championship habits. Info: 1-800-NIKE-CAMP

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Serving Up Aid USTA NorCal Prepares To Once Again Award $8,000 In Scholarships To High School Tennis Players Of Various Heritages

ennis is a game one can take with them throughout his or her life. All it requires is a racquet and a place to play. The Northern California section of the United States Tennis Association wants to make it easier for players to take the game to college. USTA Northern California’s four Champions of Character Scholarships have been making a difference in young tennis players’ lives for more than two decades now. The four scholarships are designed to support and encourage multicultural tennis participation among high school students entering college. Even though applicants must be tennis players, the scholarships are awarded based on the merit of the character of the applicant, and how they embody and connect with the scholarship’s namesake. Each scholarship is named after an iconic tennis player: Arthur Ashe (open to all), Michael Chang (open to AsianAmerican applicants), Pancho Gonzalez (open to Hispanic-American applicants) and Althea Gibson (open to AfricanAmerican applicants). Academic merit, written narrative, financial need, community service leadership and “unusual force of character” are all part of the criteria considered by the review committee. 2018 USTA scholarship recipient and El Cerrito High The most recent winSchool graduate, Cienna Clark ners of the four scholarships are Sarah Bahsoun (Arthur Ashe), Hillary Phu (Michael Chang), Marianna Herrera (Pancho Gonzalez) and Cienna Clark (Althea Gibson). Bahsoun is a Los Gatos High graduate who helped the Wildcats win the CIF Northern California Regional Championship as a senior. She currently attends and plays for Claremont McKenna College. Phu began playing tennis as part of Youth Tennis Advantage in Oakland. She later became a leader for Westmoor High in Daly City. She currently attends Skyline College in San Bruno. Herrera hails from the central part of the state, graduating from Kerman High. Her love of tennis has been a stabilizing force in her life. “Not only did this sport get me through issues in my life, but it also allowed me to create long lasting friendships with my teammates,” Herrera told USTA. Herrera now attends San Jose State. Finally, Clark grew up in a tennis family and attended USTA camps before joining the El Cerrito High tennis team. She’s currently a freshman at Mills College in Oakland. The deadline to apply for the 2019 scholarships — each carrying a $2,000 value — is April 19. The application, list of requirements, past recipient spotlights, and much more can be found at www.norcal.usta.com/scholarships. ✪

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KARI GEISSBERGER Marin Catholic Volleyball / Loyola Marymount-commit Do you have a favorite camp or clinic memory? Playing doubles with my friends and having fun. What would you tell your younger self so that you could get more out of a camp? I wish I could tell my younger self to start playing volleyball earlier. What did you gain from a camp setting that you may not have gained in a practice setting? At camp I got to play against older girls with more experience and got to learn from them. What did the best camps you attended have in common? They were all really fun and very informative and I got a lot out of going. What’s one thing you learned at a camp or clinic that has stayed with you, and that you apply today? That volleyball is a team sport (There’s no “I” in team) If you were a camp director for your sport, what’s the first thing you’d want your camp to have? I would want my camp to be fun, and a camp where people want to come back to. I also want my camp to be competitive where kids learn something new everyday. Cal Boys Lacrosse Camps Directed by Cal Men’s Head Lacrosse Coach, Ned Webster, the summer camp is designed for beginners to those with aspirations of playing for the Golden Bears (ages 8-18), and focuses on stick skills, position play, team concepts, an overall intense level of competition. Discussions on what it takes to become a Golden Bear as well as a campus tour are included. Info: camps@ berkeley.edu MARTIAL ARTS Givans Taekwondo Givans Taekwondo Academy is the premiere martial art and Sport Taekwondo training in Antioch, dedicated to making your Martial Arts experience enjoyable and satisfying. Our familyoriented facility’s motto is to provide each member with the tools to achieve their fitness goals. From our highly qualified instructors to our impressive state-of-the-art studio, Givans Taekwondo Academy provides a safe environment to begin your martial art journey. Info:(925) 777-0227 or givanstaekwondo@ gmail.com Cal Martial Arts Camp Join the internationally recognized, experienced, knowledgeable, and certified UC Martial Arts instructional staff at our UC Martial Arts Youth Camp. Our camp goals are to improve

in shape in a high energy, positive setting. We offer baseball, basketball, football, lacrosse, soccer, swimming, triathlon, volleyball, and water polo. Open to grades 4-9. Info: www. menloschool.org/athletics/camps-and-clinics. php; info@menloschool.org; 650.330.2000 Camp Bladium Kids Camp Kids camps are a natural for Bladium and now with our new outdoor fields, we combine a safe, indoor and outdoor environment with our

passion for fun, fitness-oriented activities. Info: (510) 814-4999, AlamedaSales@Bladium.com Bald Eagle Summer Multi-Sports Camp Come and join in on our famously nontraditional camp games! We design our games to be highly inclusive and highly active, keeping your kiddos running all day long! The unique nature and design of our camp activities are designed to make every camper feel like a

quality instruction, techniques and knowledge of martial arts; encourage youth to enrich their lives through fitness of mind and body by training in the martial arts; and promote the development of positive personal character. Info: camps@berkeley.edu; 510-643-2267 MULTI-SPORT De La Salle All-Sports Camps Looking for a great location for your children (K-3) to have fun, be active, learn and improve their athletic skills this summer? Come join us in a positive, caring and fun environment. Activities included but not limited to: Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball, Dodgeball, Capture the Flag, Kickball, Frisbee and MORE! De La Salle All-Sports Camp provides kids with a unique opportunity to experience a wide array of recreational activities while learning sportsmanship, teamwork and a better understanding of each sport. July 8-11, 8:30-10:30am. Info: www.dlshs.org/athletics/ camps-clinics;summercamps@dlshs.org or 925.288.8100 x7090 Menlo School Summer Camps Menlo School camps and clinics are designed for student-athletes to learn from Knights coaches and staff and are offered throughout the year. Whether it’s preparation for an upcoming season or simply for fun and to stay

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ALI BAMBERGER Carondelet-Concord Basketball / Washington-commit What would you tell your younger self so that you could get more out of a camp? I would go back and tell myself to pay more attention to the lectures. At excel camps, there used to always be a meaningful lecture, and to us campers it was a break from playing and the heat outside. Now that I am older, I have heard replays of the camp lectures, and wish I would’ve payed more attention. Coach Frank Allocco was one of the best coaches I’ve met, and I wish my middle school self would’ve payed more attention to his insight on the game of basketball and life. What did you gain from a camp setting that you may not have gained in a pratice setting? Since I am definitely a social person, I would have to say meeting new people. I got to meet new players and coaches throughout these camps. Everyday during these camps you were playing against new people: in games and every single competition. At practice, things can sometimes get monotonous, but at camps everyday was a new experience. What did the best camps you attended have in common? All the coaches had great, welcoming attitudes. Being a young girl (in a coed setting), these camps didn’t have as many girls as boys. The camps included the girls, and let us compete against the boys. This was definitely another one of my favorite things. What’s one thing you learned at a camp or clinic that has stayed with you, and that you apply today? I think it would have to be, that basketball is fun. The game of basketball isn’t just as simple as putting the ball in the basket. It can be learning new moves that you’ve never seen or tried before, and for me getting out of my comfort zone is something that made me great. Getting out of your comfort zone to learn new things should be fun. It shouldn’t make you uneasy or worried. How else are you supposed to get better if you just constantly practice and do the same things? If you were a camp director for your sport, what’s the first thing you’d want your camp to have? The first thing my camp would have, would be to have as many girls as possible. To me, growing the game of basketball for little girls is so important. Being able to compete with other little girls is what’s going to make them fall in love with the game. When I was younger, being one of around seven girls at a camp was intimidating. But being around more girls made me more comfortable. Camps aren’t always about purely becoming the best basketball player ever. They are about improving you as a player but for some they are an exploration to see if you truly like the sport or not. star player. We offer a safe and fun playing environment, engaging for any level of athleticism. (Offered in Mountain View, Los Gatos, San Jose and, Fremont). Info: (888) 505-BALD (2253); team@baldeaglecamps. com National Academy of Athletics All Sport Camps The National Academy of Athletics prides itself on providing sports programs that are not ordinary, they are extraordinary! A great way to introduce your youngsters to the world of sports, teamwork and athletics! This

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camp will help to build your child’s motor skills, hand eye coordination, agility and many sports specific skills. Games we play include, baseball, basketball, dodge ball, soccer, flag football, capture the flag, relay & obstacle races and a whole lot more. Info: 866-90-SPORT Olympus Sports Coliseum Multi-Sport Camps Olympus Sports Coliseum offers week long multi-sport summer camps, which include fun games and activities, as well as an opportunity to learn and play a variety of sports. We also sport-specific clinics -

like soccer and football programs. The last day of camp includes a Nerf game party! Our qualified staff and coaches offer a variety of camps and clinics throughout the year. Summer Camp registration is Now Open. Info: (916) 666-9471 info@ olympussports.net Nike Multi-Sport Camps The Nike Multi-sport Camps are a great place for any sport enthusiast who is looking to improve their skills, work hard, make new friends and have fun! Our mission is to provide athletes with the tools to improve and to enjoy sports for life! Offering coed, girls, and boys only programs at fantastic venues with a safe, healthy and fun learning environment for all ability levels. Info: 1-800-645-3226 Renaissance Clubsport Sports Camps When school’s out, camp’s in! Renaissance ClubSport camps keep your child active and engaged during school breaks in the spring,

See hundreds of more camps like these at SportStarsMag.com/Camps summer, fall, and winter. Sports camps, specialty camps, and themed camps provide fun ways for kids to strengthen their bodies and minds through physical activities, critical thinking exercises, and creative projects. All camps incorporate learning and add to the fun. Info: (925) 478-7571, info_ rcswc@clubsports.com Cal Youth Camps: Blue Camp Join the fun in this active outdoor day camp where campers try variety of activities that range from swimming and soccer to lacrosse and volleyball. Join the fun in this active outdoor day camp where campers try variety of activities that range from swimming and soccer to lacrosse

and volleyball. Blue Camp is a place where independence and personal responsibility is fostered. Info: 510643-2267 City of Concord Sport Camps City of Concord offers a wide variety of sport camps. From a skateboarding camp to a Night time Tennis camp for more info contact City of Concord Parks & Recreation Info: (925) 671-3404 or ConcordReg@ cityofconcord.org City of Concord SkyHawks Camps Skyhawks sports has led safe, fun and skill-focused sports camps and programs for youth between the ages of 3-12. We offer 15 different different sports--and countless ways for your child to grow. The camps range from soccer to baseball to our

popular multi-sport camps where kids sample three different sports (soccer, basketball and baseball) in one camp. Info: (925) 671-3404 or ConcordReg@cityofconcord.org City of Walnut Creek Camp City of Walnut Creek Multi-Sport Camp Age: 8-13 offers a fully staffed and supervised recreational athletic camp. For more information visit our Recreation Division web site @ www.walnutcreekrec.org or call (925) 943-5858 City of Walnut Creek Skyhawks Sports Camp Skyhawks Sports Camps Age: 3-8 is offering a partial day sports program in cooperation with Walnut Creek Recreation Division Registration begins March 1. Info: www.walnutcreekrec.org or call (925) 943-5858

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OUTDOOR/ADVENTURE East Bay Regional Park Park’n It Day Camp The East Bay Regional Park District offers fun and affordable outdoor day camps for kids at a number of convenient locations. Park’N It Day Camp takes place in a different Regional Park each week, and offers hiking, fishing, arts & crafts, sports, environmental education, and swimming. This camp is designed for children ages 5 to 12. Info: (510) 544-2566 or MEAvery@ebparks.org Skateboarding Camp Skateboarding Camp Age: 7-12 is offered at the Walnut Creek Skate Park in partnership with the Jordan Richter Skateboarding Academy! Campers will learn how to safely navigate the skate park, learn tricks, make new friends, and above all else have a blast! Info: www.walnutcreekrec.org or call (925) 943-5858

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Franklin Canyon Stables Horse Camping Take your horse on vacation with you! Kim Bredehoft offers several opportunities every year to trailer the horses and camp for a weekend. Kim enjoys taking adult ladies and her younger students on trips. Good food, good company and lots of trail riding. Kim is ready to teach you how to camp with your horses. Info: 925-2281801 or email: kimshorsetraining@ me.com Cal Adventures Cal Adventures offers instructional sailing, paddleboarding, windsurfing, sea kayaking, rock climbing and rappelling classes, custom trips and day programs for UC Berkeley and the local community. Contact: www.camps. berkeley.edu; 510-642-4000 Castle Rock Arabians Camps Rein in family fun at our picturesque horse ranch and equestrian center

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in Walnut Creek. Castle Rock Arabians provides horse riding lessons and camps for kids, we also provide birthday party packages and scout badge sessions to make our 20-stall horse ranch and equestrian center truly magical for children. We offer horse summer camps at the base of Mount Diablo. Info: 925-933-3701; htrails@ astound.net Friends of Camp Concord Camp Concord is a magical place. It gives young people one of the most meaningful camp experiences available and does so in one of the most beautiful settings in the world—Lake Tahoe. Through Friends of Camp Concord, kids who otherwise couldn’t afford it get the same chance to enjoy a week in the wilderness as anyone else. Every child should have the opportunity to spend a week at a camp like this. info: 925-671-2267; youthcamp@

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friendsofcampconcord.org Cal Youth Adventures Outdoor Camps Cal Youth Programs offers a wide variety of summer camps and sport activities for kids of all ages and have been doing so for 57 years. Registration for the 2017 Summer Camp season is now open. Cal Adventures Afternoon Camps – Sea Kayaking, Afternoon Adventures, Adventure Paddling, Afternoon Rock Climbing, Basic & Intermediate Sailing Camps, Martial Arts Camps (RSF), Gymnastics Camps, Redwood Discovery, and more. Info: camps@ berkeley.edu Salesian Red & Black Outdoor Adventures Middle school students have a unique opportunity to learn about the outdoors in fun, safe and exciting ways. Salesian students alumni

will be on hand to help lead and supervise program activities. Join us in hiking, rock climbing, biking, kayaking, swimming and beach exploration in this summer outdoor adventure program. July 15-19, 9am-3pm. Cost: $240. Class size is limited to 12 students. Info: salesian.com/athletics/sportscamps RUGBY Danville Oaks “Try On Rugby” Try On Rugby is a focused initiative dedicated to growing the number of girls and women participating in rugby. Try on Rugby uses comprehensive, educational materials for introducing rugby from U8 to Middle School for young girls and involves inter-squad flag rugby with the possibility to play other girls flag rugby teams in the East Bay in tournament play. Info: 925368-5689 Oakland Warthogs Rugby The Oakland Warthogs Youth Rugby Program exists to improve the lives

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and character of young men, while motivating them to obtain a college education. In 12 seasons, we have maintained a 100 percent high school graduation rate with all seniors who complete our program. Our program teaches young men (8th-12th grade) principles of success through the sport rugby. They learn the power of teamwork, discipline, hard work and being a family. Info: www.oaklandwarthogsrfc.com; burke4rugby@gmail.com SOCCER Berean Christian Girls Camp A soccer camp for girls, 4th-8th grade, hosted by Berean Christian coach Breanna Burtt, the Berean Christian Girl’s varsity soccer team players, and college players. Eagles Nest Soccer Training Camp includes fundamentals training, short-sided

work, and full field scrimmages and games. June 10-12, 9am-12pm. Info: bereansummercamps@gmail.com; 925945-6464 De La Salle Soccer Camp The De La Salle soccer summer camp is a terrific opportunity for boys and girls who look to excel in all aspects of the game. Athletes can expect to participate in competitive drills, skill development exercises and daily competitions between campers. June 10-13, 8:30am-12:30 pm. Open to incoming 6th-9th graders. Info: www.dlshs.org/athletics/campsclinics;summercamps@dlshs.org or 925.288.8100 x7090 De La Salle Soccer Academy/Advanced Training Open to ALL elite players 8th-12th grade. Focus is on technique, increasing tactical awareness and position specific functional training. Premier - Gold level players preferred as the camp is designed for those players who have already been

exposed to an advanced level of training/ competition. July 29-Aug. 1, 8:3010:30am. Info: www.dlshs.org/athletics/ camps-clinics;summercamps@dlshs.org or 925.288.8100 x7090 City of Walnut Creek Soccer Camp City of Walnut Creek Soccer Camp Age: 8-13 offers a fully staffed and supervised soccer camp. The beautiful game has never looked better than through the fun and challenging skill development and games that will assist the experienced player to improve, as well as teach the basics and fundamentals to the kid who is not familiar with the game of soccer. Info: www.walnutcreekrec.org or call (925) 943-5858 East Bay Sports Lil’ Kickers Lil’ Kickers is a national, non-competitive child development program for boys and girls ages 18 months to 12 years old.Your children will not only learn the fundamentals of soccer, but have fun and create new

friendships in the process. Info: chris@ sanramonsports.com. 925-831-9050 West Coast Soccer Camps and Clinics With Troy Dayak Love Soccer? Come play with West Coast Soccer Club! U5-U16s boys and girls camps in Livermore and Tracy. West Coast Soccer Club is committed to teaching fundamental skills, instilling confidence and building a love for the game of soccer in youth players while continuing to develop those players to their highest potential through excellent qualified coaching and superior training in a positive environment. info: admin@ WestCoastSoccerClub.com Menlo School Boys Soccer Camps The Menlo School boys soccer camp develops players’ fundamental technical skills, allowing them to better enjoy the game. These skills will be developed through a series of progressive drills, then applied to game situations. Players will benefit from the Menlo

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soccer program’s fun team-building environment. Open to grades 8-12, all levels. Info: www.menloschool. org/athletics/camps-and-clinics. php; info@menloschool.org; 650.330.2000 Walnut Creek Surf Development Days/Skills Clinics Summer Camps and Clinics for players entering 1st-8th grades. We offer camps and clinics at Arbolado. Each fun week will include new

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coach. The program provides the opportunity for student-athletes to become familiar with the St. Francis soccer program and to train in individual soccer techniques on the ball as well as striking and tactical awareness. All elements of the soccer game are emphasized, including warm-up, trapping,

dribbling, passing, shooting, smallsided games and stretching to end the session. Info: www.stfrancishs. org/sports-camps; summer@ stfrancishs.org; (916) 737-5050 National Academy of Athletics Soccer Camps Our In the Net Soccer camps were developed to help beginners through advanced players improve their skill sets with exceptional instruction in all aspects of the

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game. Our Soccer programs provide sports specific instruction as well as hands on playing time. Info: 866-90-SPORT Olympus Soccer Summer Training Program Olympus Sports Coliseum’s Soccer Skills camps are for varying age and skill levels. Programs offered are for ages 8-12 and 13+. Drills,

skills and complete understanding of the game are taught by experienced coaches. Info: 530-5675200, polito.olympus@gmail.com or miguelsandoval.olympus@gmail. com Nike Soccer Camps The Nike Soccer Camps are a great place for any soccer enthusiast who is looking to improve their skills, work hard and have fun! Our mission is to provide athletes with the tools to improve and to enjoy soccer for life! Offering coed, girls, and boys only programs at fantastic soccer venues with a safe, healthy and FUN learning environment for all ability levels. Info: 1-800-NIKE-CAMP Diablo Futbol Club Camps & Clinics Diablo FC is committed to instilling passion and enjoyment of soccer in a positive, safe, competitive environment. Our comprehensive club

See hundreds of more camps like these at SportStarsMag.com/Camps program and professional staff train players and teams in the mental, physical, technical and tactical aspects of soccer in order to reach their individual potential and compete at the highest level of play. Info: www.diablofc.org; 925-7988GOAL Gino’s Soccer Academy The camp format is built to accommodate and improve your skill level. Every day we will work on individual ball handling skills including dribbling, passing, receiving/1st touch, heading, shooting/finishing, and multiple moves to help you elude opposing players. Info: 925-937GINO (4466) or ginojam@yahoo. com Bladium Soccer Camps Bladium Soccer Academy Camps are fun and challenging skill-intensive games structured to improve

fundamental soccer skills and knowledge. Designed for all players ages 7-10 who want to improve their fundamental soccer skills and knowledge in preparation for the Bladium West Ham United International Academy’s more advanced training. Info 510-814-4999 x111 or AlamedaSA@Bladium.com Heritage Soccer Summer Clinics & Player I.D. Camp Heritage is a Pleasant Hill/ Martinez based competitive soccer club. Players 8-18 can try out and compete at the highest levels. We are always looking for qualified boys and girls to play on our competitive teams. Come see what the best in the East Bay has to offer. Tryouts happening in May. Clinics and I.D.

Camps during the summer. Find us on Facebook, Instagram or www.HeritageSC.com. Info: info@ HeritageSC.com Moreau Catholic Coed Soccer Camps Our youth summer day camps are designed for players of all levels who want to learn and improve their fundamental soccer skills in a fun and encouraging environment. Each day is filled with a variety of activities to promote correct soccer technique including: small-sided games to encourage personal involvement and enhance the understanding of team concepts; technical and ball mastery skills sessions; shooting drills, and much, much more! Info: ABaillou@moreaucatholic.org or CoachDanielVazquez@gmail.com

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SOFTBALL Berean Christian Softball Camp Campers will be taught by talented and experienced players and coaches who love the game of softball. Led by NCS Championship-winning coach, Fran Grant, assisted by other Berean coaches, collegeexperienced alumni, and current Berean Christian varsity players, campers will have the chance to improve their offensive & defensive fundamentals and concepts. They will be challenged at their skill level through drills, repetition, participation, and scrimmages. June 17-21, 9am-3pm. Open for 3rd-8th graders. Info: bereansummercamps@gmail.com; 925-945-6464 St. Francis Catholic High School Softball Camps St. Francis softball coaching staff will support student athletes in developing the proper

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t’s that time of year where one can visit just about any community baseball field on a Saturday morning and see 4- and 5-year olds playing a T-Ball game that loosely resembles baseball. The boys and girls who play are never sure if they’ve won or lost, or if they were safe or out. But they’re excited to come back the next week. And in many cases, the kids continue in the sport up through the more competitive divisions as they grow older. Now, think of the T-Ball concept played out on the volleyball court. That’s the idea behind of the Northern California Volleyball Association’s Youth League, though with slightly older participants. In association with some of its Bay Area-based clubs, the NCVA began the developmental league in the fall of 2012. “We really wanted to offer something for our clubs that allowed for younger programming,” NCVA Chief Program Officer, Melissa Walker said. “On the boys side, we’d just barely started our 14U power league. It was growing, but after we started youth league it doubled the next year.” NCVA Youth League began offering just two age groups of 5th/6th graders and 7th/8th graders. Points are kept, however the matches are played with some adjusted rules to help the new players develop and gain confidence within the sport. The league consists of four league days each season with round robin tournaments that typically run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Now in 2019, there’s a spring Youth League for girls and a fall Youth League for both boys and girls. The divisions go as low as 3rd/4th grade now. And while the number of participating teams throughout the divisions hasn’t significantly grown, the competitive divisions at the younger levels have. “For a long time volleyball was really considered a high school sport,” Walker said. “Kids don’t really find it until they attend high school. “This year (NCVA) had an 11U Power League and an 11s division in every tournament we offer. Now our 12s have grown, and our 13s in girls went from 50 teams to 90 teams. These age groups and younger groups have really grown because of the Youth League.” Participating in Youth League starts by finding a club that participates in it. Some of the Bay Area clubs that take part include NorCal Volleyball Club of Pleasanton, Mountain View Volleyball Club, Absolute Volleyball Club of San Rafael and SF Juniors of San Francisco. The 2019 Spring Youth League will wrap up on April 7. Fall Youth League begins in mid-October and runs through mid-December. For more information on the league, visit NCVA.com/girls/ league-play/youth-league/ ✪

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ending rules A few of the primary rule adjustments applied to NCVA Youth League play.

SERVING: ›› Players unable to serve ball over the net from the end line on their first attempt may re-serve after being allowed to take a step onto the court. ›› If the player takes a step in and makes the serve over the net, then the player must take a step backward at their next serve attempt. ›› A player who can jump server is not allowed to re-serve or step on the court before serving. ›› Re-serving is not allowed on balls that go over net but out of bounds. 3RD-6TH GRADE PLAYERS: ›› This division uses timed matches that last 35 minutes each. ›› Scoring is continuous for 15 minutes, with no limit. The most points at the end of the 15 minutes wins the “set.” Teams then switch sides for another 15-minute set. ›› Teams limited to three serves in a row. Then a side-out is declared without awarding a point. 7TH-9TH GRADE PLAYERS: ›› There is not a point cap for this age group, teams must win by two points. ›› Teams are limited to six serves in a row. Then a side-out is declared without awarding a point.

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skills necessary to compete in softball on a competitive level: fielding infield and outfield, hitting, throwing, and a variety of bunting techniques. The camp will also include pitching and catching techniques proper base running. Open to 2nd-9th graders. Info: www.stfrancishs.org/sportscamps; summer@stfrancishs.org; (916) 737-5050 Nike Softball Camp At Nike Softball Camps every facet of the game is covered - hitting, fielding, base running, team play and more. Our goal is to stimulate a love for the game by immersing you in the sport and giving you the kind of focused, intensive training essential for your improvement. We provide players of all ability levels the opportunity to improve their game, work hard, make new friends and have a lot of fun. Info: 800-645-3226 SWIMMING/AQUATICS Santa Clara Aquamaids Come learn synchronized swimming from the World Renowned, Santa Clara Aquamaids! Our Staff, led by 3-time Olympic Coach, Chris Carver, includes Olympic medalists, National Champions and current athletes. Our programs include conditioning, flexibility training, synchronized swimming skills and performance techniques. Info: info@ aquamaids.org, 408-727-8496 Walnut Creek Aquanuts Synchronized Swimming Camp Do you love swimming, dance and gymnastics? Then you’ll love synchronized swimming! Come to one of our “Try it” Days and be a synchronized swimmer for a day. Or, enroll in our Trainee Camp Sessions in the summer and fall. The Walnut Creek Aquanuts is a world-renowned synchronized swim club based in Northern California. Info: www. aquanuts.org De La Salle Varsity Water Polo Camp The DLS Water Polo camp is designed to help prepare athletes for their upcoming high school season. The camp will focus on building a fitness base for the start of the season as well as focusing on fundamental ball skills, positioning and game-like situations.Info: www.dlshs.org/ athletics/camps-clinics;summercamps@ dlshs.org or 925.288.8100 x7090 De La Salle Age Group Water Polo Camp The DLS Water Polo age group

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NOAH BLAKE Del Oro-Loomis Wrestling / Air Force-commit Do you have a favorite camp or clinic memory? My favorite camp memory is when I was in Illinois and Coah Powell (one of Oak Park’s coaches) told me to wrestle Chris Dardanes, Izaya White, and one other junior in a four-mat rotation when I was a incoming freshman. It was a huge honor and a really fun experience. What would you tell your younger self so that you could get more out of a camp? The only thing that I would possibly change is that I wish I branched out a little more to meet more people. Because the other kids that attend camps are likely a lot like-minded to me. What did you gain from a camp setting that you may not have gained in a practice setting? The camp setting lets me learn from new people with new perspectives that I might not get from my coach. It also lets me branch out and network with other coaches and wrestlers that I wouldn’t have met otherwise. What did the best camps you attended have in common? The best camps I attended had instructors who really love the sport of wrestling. And kids who are there to learn, not screw around. What’s one thing you learned at a camp or clinic that has stayed with you, and that you apply today? To be comfortable with failure in the practice room, and to not hold back just because I’m wrestling someone new. Another very helpful thing I learned from Ryan Loder at camp was how to approach all aspects in my life with the correct mindset, and how to prepare myself accordingly. If you were a camp director for your sport, what’s the first thing you’d want your camp to have? Good well-known technicians so that more kids will show up, and they will learn high-level technique. camp focuses on fundamental ball skills, positioning and game-like situations for rising 5th-8th graders. Info: www.dlshs.org/athletics/ camps-clinics;summercamps@dlshs.org or 925.288.8100 x7090 Menlo School Coed Water Polo Camps This session will focus on basic water polo fundamentals offense and defensive. Students will then apply these core techniques to game-situation opportunities so that the athlete can immediately implement what’s learned into a relevant game setting. The Menlo varsity water polo athletes and Coach Jack Bowen, a former Olympian, will reflect on the program’s goal over the past 18 years, “Be Your Best,” and how campers can

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apply this same approach to their own lives, in and out of the poolInfo: www. menloschool.org/athletics/camps-andclinics.php; info@menloschool.org; 650.330.2000 Nike Water Polo Camps Directed by USA Olympian Genai Kerr and other college coaches, these camps are designed to provide the highest level of individualized coaching for aspiring water polo athletes; offered year round and open to all ability levels Info: 1-(877) 824-7656 Sherman Swim & Diving School We are a Lafayette swimming and diving school established in 1961. Sherman Swim School has taught over 39,000 students to swim and turned out numerous diving

champions. Our swim teachers love to work with children and receive extensive in-water training. One-on-one instruction with patient, encouraging teachers, and extremely comfortable water (90°-94°), create an ideal learning environment. Voted “Best of East Bay”, Diablo Magazine. Info: Website: Shermanswim.com Phone: 925-283-2100. St. Patrick-St. Vincent HS Aquatics Camp Camp will be directed by SPSV varsity coaches and will entail skill and technical training. This training will include: Teaching of the four competitive strokes, turns and diving. Camp will also focus on three skills of water polo. Those skills include: treading water, passing and shooting. In addition camp will review basic water safety and introduce different fun and exciting aquatic games. Campers must be able to swim. Info: 707-644-4425; m.delgado@ spsv.org Nike Swim Camps Offered during the summer and located at colleges and universities across the country, Nike Swim Camps are a great place for competitive swimmers to improve their stroke technique, starts and turns, and overall performance. Our mission is to stimulate your love for swimming, in a positive and healthy environment, all while maximizing your swimming potential. Info: 1-800-NIKE-CAMP Cal Swimming Camp Get better this summer at the California Swim Camp at UC Berkeley. Directed by Head UC Berkeley Coach and Olympic Coach, Teri McKeever and Assistant Coach, Ian Walsh, we offer two weeks of outstanding stroke technique camps on the beautiful campus of the University of California, Berkeley. info: info@ ussportscamps.com Cal Diving Club was established in 2013 and

See hundreds of more camps like these at SportStarsMag.com/Camps is an official U.C. Berkeley club program ~ CDC is further sanctioned by both national governing bodies in our sport; the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) and USA Diving (USAD). “Springboard diving is a safe and fun sport for all ages, offering both physical and mental skill-building elements. CAL Diving Club (CDC) utilizes progressive training techniques in both dryland and in-water facilities. Info: Inquiry@CALdiving.org; 510859-3149 TENNIS Branham Bruins Tennis Camps The Branham tennis camps are week-long, half-day camps from 9a-Noon for campers ages 7-16. The camp take place on the Branham High campus in San Jose. There are eight different weeks to choose from with the first beginning on June 10. Days will include warmup, instructional period, drills, live hitting, live games, fitness and field sport activity for athletic skill development. Info: tennis. branhamsportscamps.com/bruinstennis-camp.cfm Tompkins Tennis Tompkins Tennis runs the #1 yearround Junior program in Northern California. Located at Ohlone College, ClubSport San Ramon, Livermore Valley Tennis Club, and now at the Hyatt Regency Hotel and Spa in Monterey, CA, we produce more nationally ranked juniors than any other program! Info: (510)-573-4025 sandy@tompkinssport.com Nike Tennis Camps Nike Tennis Camps provide young players the opportunity to improve their tennis game, work hard, make new friends and have a lot

of fun. Our camps are directed by America’s most respected college coaches and tennis professionals. They have a passion for teaching and a gift for helping you take your game to the next level. Info: 1-800-NIKE-CAMP City of Walnut Creek Tennis Camp Tennis Camp Age: 8-13 offers a fully staffed and supervised tennis camp. Fun skills development and games will make your backhand and forehand in tennis a smash! Info: www.walnutcreekrec.org or call (925) 943-5858 Salesian Red & Black Tennis Camps Red and Black Tennis Camp for 4th-8th graders will be led by the Salesian Boys and Girls Tennis Coach Gary Hazard and will emphasize the fundamentals of tennis: Footwork, proper grips, serves, strokes and volleys. While developing a love for the game, athletes will learn the rules and etiquette that help make tennis a lifelong game. Indicate on the camp application whether you are a beginner, intermediate or advanced player. July 8-12, 11am-3pm. Cost: $125. Info: salesian.com/athletics/ sportscamps St. Patrick-St. Vincent HS Tennis Camp Bruins coach Thomas Purcell offers an exciting week of fun and tennis improvement! Campers will work on tennisrelated drills, game play, and stroke specific activities. Players will work on match play strategy in a game environment under supervision of tennis staff. Games such as singles and doubles, attack drills along with full court rotation games, will be played. Participants will be grouped by age and then by ability. Info: 707-644-4425; m.delgado@spsv.org TRAINING/FITNESS Fit 2 The Core Fitness Camps Group and personal fitness coaching, with certified instructors, uses scientifically designed

programs and tools including the TRX, kettle bells, ropes, medicine balls, and other fun, different equipment. This type of training is a great ways to shake things up and gives you a full body workout, burns a ton of calories, and gets your metabolism going. Info: (925) 672-5777, info@ fit2thecore.com De La Salle Strength/Conditioning Camp (Incoming 9th graders) De La Salle’s Strength & Conditioning clinics are in place to develop and train incoming high school students on how to be an athlete. Development movements and exercises will be emphasized to develop the young athlete’s core, neurological system, kinetic chain, range of motion, flexibility, and speed & agility. We will be teaching proper lifting techniques in power lifting, resistance training and Olympic weight lifting. No experience necessary. Two sessions available. Info: www.dlshs.org/athletics/ camps-clinics; summercamps@dlshs. org or call 925.288.8100 x7090 De La Salle Strength/Conditioning Camp (5th-8th graders) De La Salle Strength & Conditioning camps are a great way to give youth access to professional training that will enhance their athletic abilities. We’ll run the youngsters through development exercises and movements to improve their core strength, coordination, agility, overall strength, power and speed! Explosiveness and agility will also be taught through youth-friendly plyometrics, partner drills and competitions. Dynamic warm-ups and static stretching will be included to promote a proper warm-up. Nutrition in athletics will be presented as well. Two sessions available. Info: www.dlshs.org/athletics/campsclinics;summercamps@dlshs.org or 925.288.8100 x7090

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Muir Orthopedic Specialists Pass To Play Pass to Play: Annual Sports Physical Event for Youth Athletes. Are you ready for the season? Youth Athletics, Pass to Play Physicals. Muir Orthopeadic Specialists annual event provides pre-participation evaluation and optional baseline concussion screenings to area youth. Optional cardiac screenings are also provided in collaboration with American Medical Response (AMR) and the Darius Jones Foundation. For 2019 date visit www.muirortho.com/ specialties/sports-program/pass-toplay/ or call 925-210-8539 Kenion Training Coach Nathan Kenion leads multiple training programs, all geared to help athletes achieve their dreams. He works with everyone to make sure you have the right motivation, skills and knowledge to take your game to the next level today. He’s all about changing the little things that will get you to your ultimate goal. Info: 707-704-8003, nathan@ keniontraining.com TRACK/RUNNING De La Salle Track & Field Camp The De La Salle track and field camp will give campers the chance to work with outstanding coaches and athletes. The camp will feature personalized instruction in high jump, long jump, triple jump, shot put, discus, sprints, hurdles, relays, and distance events. All participants will learn warm up and strengthening routines that are necessary for maximizing performance and reaching goals. Attention will also be given to the mental component of competition in an effort to properly prepare campers for success in track and field. This camp is for incoming 4th through 9th graders. June 24-27, 8:30am-12:30pm. Info: www.dlshs.org/athletics/campsclinics;summercamps@dlshs.org or 925.288.8100 x7090

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Nike Cross Country Camp of Champions Stanford University Nike Running Camps help runners become better, faster, and smarter athletes. They provide an educational and inspirational experience for cross country and track and field campers of all ages, skill levels, and abilities. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll leave camp with increased running knowledge, new friends, and an enhanced love for the sport! Info: 1-800-6453226 Throws Lab Throw Camps Throws Lab hosts year-round Track & Field Throws Camps at Discus, Rotation, Glide Shot-Put Camps, Hammer camps, Throws camps and one-on-one training. In order to develop into an elite thrower, there are simply no shortcuts. Training frequency & intensity are a must for one to ACHIEVE AND SUCCEED. Throws Lab is located in Clayton. Info: jfouts9090@gmail. com; 925-788-9090 VOLLEYBALL Berean Christian Coed Volleyball Camps Led by Berean Christian Coach, Lucas Abbott, assisted by current Berean Christian

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varsity players and alumni, this camp offers a great opportunity for your child to develop skills like blocking, passing, serving, hitting, and setting, as well as to practice offensive and defensive strategies through drills and scrimmages. July 8-11, 9:30am-12:00pm. Open to 6th-8th graders. Info: bereansummercamps@gmail.com; (925) 945-6464 Branham Bruins Volleyball Camps Members of the Branham High varsity volleyball staff will conduct a pair of week-long camps in June. The first session runs June 17-21 for girls age 10 to incoming freshmen. The second session is for boys and girls of the same age groups and runs June 24-28. Both sessions will be held at Dartmouth Middle School in San Jose. Info: volleyball. branhamsportscamps.com/bruins-tenniscamp.cfm St. Patrick-St. Vincent HS Camp Volleyball camps focus on all aspects of the game with emphasis on fundamental skill development from the

beginner to the more experienced player. Campers participate in offensive and defensive drills and station work, followed by games. Campers are grouped based on age and skill level. Info: 707-644-4425; m.delgado@spsv.org Menlo School Volleyball Camps Our volleyball program offers a variety of camps. Including, indoor and sand highschool camp for (grades 9-12), June 10-14, 3-6pm. Campers new to the game will be introduced to the fundamentals. All-skills camp (grades 7-12), June 17-21, 1-4pm. This camp welcomes players of all skill levels to learn and develop technique in all positions (serving, passing, setting, hitting, etc.). Indoor and sand middle-school camp (grades 5-8), June 24-28, 9am-12pm; Full-day volleyball comprehensive camp (grades 6-12), July 8-11, 9am-4pm. The full-day Menlo volleyball camp offers intense preparation for the upcoming school season. Info: www.

menloschool.org/athletics/campsand-clinics.php; info@menloschool. org; 650.330.2000 Diablo Valley Volleyball Club Summer Clinics Diablo Valley Volleyball Club was founded to provide junior boys and girls the opportunity to improve their volleyball knowledge and skills. It is our goal that each player will find the Diablo season rewarding, educational, and fun! The majority of our players have shown incredible dedication to the sport as well as to Diablo VBC – the players are wonderful and things seem to be getting better every year!! We hope to have you! Info: diablovbc@ yahoo.com or 925 451-6581 De La Salle Volleyball Camp The De La Salle Volleyball Camp will give boys and girls entering Grades 4 - 9, the opportunity to learn from the De La Salle coaching

staff and former standout student athletes. The camp will emphasize the proper techniques for each players position and segment of the game. Drills and practice in all categories will be given to help strengthen and develop the player. July 15-18, 1-4pm. Info: www.dlshs.org/athletics/campsclinics;summercamps@dlshs.org or 925.288.8100 x7090 St. Francis Catholic High School Volleyball Camp St. Francis’ volleyball coaching staff, led by Alynn Wright, 14-Time Delta River League Coach of the Year and coach of our 12-Time Sac Joaquin Section Champions, hosts this beginning level camp. Players will learn basic skills required for volleyball: how to pass, set, hit, serve, and utilize basic defensive moves. At the end of the week, student athletes will be divided according to skill level for a culminating tournament. Every participant will take home a full-size

SF logo volleyball. Open to 4th-9th graders. Info: www.stfrancishs.org/ sports-camps; summer@stfrancishs. org; (916) 737-5050 Moreau Catholic Girls Volleyball Camps Run by experienced varsity coach Jerico Abanico, the Moreau Catholic Boys & Girls Volleyball Camp five day camp will teach campers essential fundamentals and game strategy, while having fun learning the game of Volleyball. Current Varsity and JV Players will also be working with the campers. Open to girls grades 6th to incoming 9th graders. Info: jabanico@moreaucatholic. org;510.881.4300 Olympus Summer Training Volleyball summer training camp provides in-season and offseason training and positionspecific movements for age groups 8-12 and 13+. This

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includes appropriate resistance, plyometric, and mobility training for either in season or out of season performance. Our goal is to have your athlete game ready before the season and be injury free during the season. Info: 916-666-9471; Olympussports.net National Academy of Athletics Bump Set Spike Volleyball Camps Our Bump Set, Spike Volleyball camps were developed to help beginners through advanced players improve their skill sets with exceptional instruction in all aspects of the game. Our volleyball programs provide sports specific instruction as well as hands on playing time. Info: 866-90-SPORT Nike Volleyball Camps Who says getting better can’t be fun too? At Nike Volleyball Camps, you’ll meet other young athletes who love

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See hundreds of more camps like these at SportStarsMag.com/Camps volleyball as much as you do. On or off the court, you’ll share an experience you will remember forever. Info: 1-800-NIKECAMP Bay Area Volleyball Club Summer Skills Clinics Bay Area Volleyball Club is a communitybased volleyball organization which provides a place for players of all ages and levels to develop their volleyball skills. Our primary goal is to build character and develop sportsmanship among players all while putting competitive teams on the court. Info: tracyfeldmann@ gmail.com Core Volleyball Club Clinics Welcome to Core Volleyball Club. At Core we want to offer you and your daughter a quality experience. We offer a competitive and fun environment where your daughter will enjoy competing at a high level not only in games, but in practices as well. Info: info@teamcvc.com; Phone: 925230-9795 City of Walnut Creek Volleyball Camp Walnut Creek Volleyball Camp Age: 8-13 offers a fully staffed and supervised volleyball camp. Spike and digs get you jumping and diving in this fun and energetic sport. Through fun skillbuilding and games, you will learn and develop your abilities on both sides of the net. Info: www.walnutcreekrec.org or call (925) 943-5858 U.S. Youth Volleyball League The United States Youth Volleyball League is the leader in developing and maintaining youth volleyball leagues for boys and girls ages 7-15. Its motto “Volleyball Starts Here,” clearly represents its commitment to the development of the sport in the U.S. The USYVL will be hosting a series of volleyball camps this Summer in several Northern and Southern California locations. Info: 1-888-988-7985 or email questions@usyvl.org

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PEYTON OMANIA De La Salle-Concord ’18/Michigan State; Former State Wrestling Champion Do you have a favorite camp or clinic memory? My favorite camp and clinic is the Greco World Duals at the Concord Youth Center. We have 2-3 foreign teams come in for two weeks of training. I think it is really important to expose yourself to as much wrestling as possible if you want to be the best. On top of that, several states will bring teams to wrestle. It’s a really fun and competition week of training. What would you tell your younger self so that you could get more out of a camp? To soak it all up. Everyone who is talking to you is talking to you for a reason. But don’t forget to have fun. What did you gain from a camp setting that you may not have gained in a practice setting? You get to see new things. Sometimes coaches and wrestlers do things different than you and your coach does. You might find some stuff you like more than your own. What’s one thing you learned at a camp or clinic that has stayed with you, and that you apply today? It taught me to fight a lot harder. Sometimes new training partners spark up some new energy. WRESTLING De La Salle Wrestling Camp Designed as an introductory and intermediate level camp. We will be emphasizing the fundamentals needed to learn more advanced sport specific wrestling skills and tactics. Our curriculum is geared to prepare campers for beginner and intermediate level competitions. Open to incoming 4th-9th graders. Info: www.dlshs.org/athletics/ camps-clinics;summercamps@dlshs.org or 925.288.8100 x7090 Community Youth Center Wrestling The CYC in Concord offers three types of week-long (July & August) wrestling camps. The Elementary Camp for ages 5-10 and The All Corners Camp for ages 11-18, and the Advanced Camp serves the same age group and runs in August. Each camp runs from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. daily at the CYC. Camp fees vary slightly. Info: 925-671-7070, Ext. 229. ✪

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BASEBALL All Star Academy of Baseball & Softball Not your typical baseball camp, the Advanced Boot Camp is designed to raise a player’s baseball knowledge and skills through coaching excellence and cutting edge philosophies, techniques, and drills. Info: www.asabaseball.com; 408-748-1080 Bay Area Bombers Baseball The Bombers program focuses on building student athletes and teaching players advanced baseball mechanics and demands that players approach the field with an “old school” baseball mentality. Our hope is that every player will go on to play at the collegiate level after completing our program Info: (510) 706-4132 or bayareabombers.org Bronco Baseball Academy At Bronco Baseball Academy, our goal is to provide the best summer baseball camp in the Bay Area. In order to give your child the best opportunity to learn in a fun and safe environment, we break our summer camps into separate divisions based on age. This allows campers to practice with and compete against players within their same age range and skill level Info: 925-899-4037, ben@ BroncoBaseballAcademy.com Danville Baseball Academy The Danville Baseball Academy now offers

a wide range of services. Aside from private lessons, we are involved in Little League inseason training, numerous fall ball programs, various camps and clinics throughout the year, and the highly regarded DBA Crushers! Info: info@danvillebaseballacademy.com; 925-7856178 Delta Dawgs Baseball Camps Delta Dawgs Baseball Club is a competitive travel team, the primary emphasis of the club is for the players to enjoy the game of baseball, to achieve academic excellence, and to experience the personal rewards that result from working hard to reach their potential Info: gotgame@ddbaseball.com (925) 584-8066 Mike Murphy Baseball Academy Mike Murphy Baseball is a nationally recognized baseball and softball academy, training ball players in the Bay Area since 1998. Our private instruction, group classes, baseball camps and clinics are the most comprehensive and detailed of any training academy in the country. Info: 925.798.4487; mikemurphybaseball.com San Ramon Slammers Baseball The Slammers are a highly competitive baseball program that competes against some of the Bay Area’s top programs. We have been around since 2003 and have been a 680 Diablo League (680diabloleague.com)

participant since its inception. Our objective is to develop fundamentally sound baseball players who will compete at the high school levels and beyond. Info: Marco Cartagena, 925.209.1564 BASKETBALL Hoops Minded Hoops Minded is a home base for athletes who want to get the most out of their basketball careers. Through on-court skills training, off-court mental skills sessions, and film review, Danny “Hoops” Ourian, provides

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consultation on all areas of a player’s game. If a basketball player is intent on succeeding at any level, the right mindset is crucial to maximize that potential, because just as we train our muscles and skills, so must we train our brain! Info: dannyhoops@gmail.com Raptor Basketball Academy The Raptor Basketball Academy works very closely with the NoTime2Chill Basketball Skills Academy to ensures our girls have access to the best trainers and training. This partnership ensure that our girls and boys are exposed

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scruM Rugger’s Edge Guide To Rugby Camps Could Apply To Camps Of Several Sports By Karen Fong Donoghue for The Rugger’s Edge

d (and many selling out quickith so many amazing rugby camps now being offere plan for your child’s sumand ahead look to tant ly!), it is becoming more impor help families identify the best mer rugby camp experiences. I’m often asked to on their child’s needs, some camps will be rugby camps for their children. And depending recommended over others. as you make decisions about which camp Here are some important things to bear in mind your child should attend this summer.

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s offered in the summer. And while it Years ago, there used to just be a handful of camp ry, it can be difficult to decipher which is exciting to see more popping up all over the count . camps are truly worth it for your child to attend only the camp (e.g. How long has it been It is important to look into the background of not level of the people responsible for your around?) but also the background and experience

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child. club coach if she or he has any If it’s a new camp, ask your child’s high school or a residential sleepaway camp, is it If knowledge of this camp and its organizers. ers? camp how are staff assigned to watch over the ked? I highly recommend Are the camp counselors/coaches background-chec is their rugby teaching backchecking out the profile of each coach (e.g. What camp setting? Are coaches USA ground? Do they have experience coaching in a Rugby Level 1, 2 or 3 certified?) included with the camp. For You might also inquire what other activities are s (such as the U.S. Colcamp s variou example, The Rugger’s Edge partners with ment and added value advise mic acade e legiate Development Camp) to provid e visits to games or off-sit e includ ams progr Some for those campers and families. other locations like a beach.

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ular camp, such as helping Are there unique benefits of attending this partic your child gain admission or recruitment support? as Life University, Cal BerkeFor example, many colleges and universities such ley, Army West Point, or Bowdoin College highly encourage prospects to attend their summer camp to be considered for a recruitment slot. Atavus Resident Camps offer players a chance to be seen by USA Rugby national team coaches and selectors. Some camps also offer opportunities to have athletic stats measured (yo-yo test, vertical jump, etc.) as well as have games filmed. Interoffer campers the additional national camps such as Inside Running Academy and have benefits of cultural time of experience of training for a longer period excursions as well.

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s are more focused on indiIs there a special focus at this camp? Some camp al skills. Others may prioritize vidual development such as technical and tactic are others which target speoverall development in 15s vs 7s. Furthermore, there Tight 5 camp). cific positions (e.g. a scrum-half-only camp, or a drill-based? Consider which Will there be live play (controlled scrimmages?) or dingly. accor e skills your child is hoping to develop and choos

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attending the camp. A camp Ask about the age group of the majority of campers following with high school a such gains might be open to a broad age range but intense for a U14 player. too be might level ity and college players that the intens challenging enough for older Other camps skew younger and might not be these groups interact in drills. players. If there is a mix of ages, you should ask how

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day camp options as well as Finally, take a look at the cost. Many camps have additional fees for early drop-off residential overnight options. Others may charge you are purchasing. or late pick up. Make sure you know the total cost flights, car rental, hotel, etc., as Don’t forget to factor in additional costs such on your child’s needs and ding depen h if you are traveling far from home. Thoug at a local camp close to skills your p develo to goals, it might make more sense side of the country. home before committing to a camp on the other opportunities if you are unable rship schola about e inquir you Lastly, make sure administrators set aside some to afford to send your child to camp. Many camp pro-bono slots for local players. ✪ experience include playing at colKaren Fong Donaghue’s two decades of rugby iate All-American and National Colleg legiate Division I level, being selected as a a college advisory firm Edge, r’s Rugge U-23 player. She is the founder of The especially for rugby players

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to the latest innovative training approaches and methods to help them reach their athletic goals. Info: raptorsacademy001@gmail.com Mike Allen’s Nike Basketball Camps Reach your max potential over winter, spring, and summer break with Mike Allen in San Jose. Mike Allen Nike Basketball Camps offer an experience like no other, providing intense training using state-of-the-art equipment. Info: camps@MikeAllenSports.com Golden State Warriors Basketball Camp The Golden State Warriors conduct yearround basketball camp sessions for boys and girls, ages 7-15 of all skill levels and abilities (unless noted otherwise). In addition to high quality instruction, each camper receives a reversible Warriors jersey, headband, certificate and more! Many sessions also include options for tickets to Warriors home games! Info: (510) 986-5310 or email: camps@ warriors.com Excel Basketball Excel Basketball is a series of instructional camps geared to provide instruction in basketball fundamentals to boys and girls in grades 1-12. In an era of decreasing fundamentals and skills at every level of basketball, we are proud to conduct a camp focusing on the development of basic skills for players of all skill levels. Info: www. excelinbasketball.com ENRICHMENT Dianne Adair Enrichment Programs Join any of our eight Dianne Adair summer sites and you will be in for a fun and exciting summer. Each week campers choose from several camps, including sports, fashion, drama, CSI, science and even take field trips - to places like A’s and Giant’s games! Info: (925) 429-3232 Delphi Academy Of Santa Clara Young campers ages 4-13 come from around the Bay Area and even from abroad to spend up to eight weeks of their summer days at Delphi. Campers enjoy weekly field trips, and the opportunity to explore creative arts, technology and many other hands-on activities. Camping trips, beach trips and amusement parks fill the Delphi Summer with additional adventure. Info: 408-260-2300 info@delphicampbell.org All-American Sports Academy The Academy prepares student athletes both physically and mentally to be the best that they can be. The overall objective of the All American Sports Academy is to support, train, educate, and guide each student athlete towards a successful season, both on and off the playing field. Info: 209-833-2255 Community Youth Center Academic Excellence Program The Academic Excellence Program stresses the importance of edu-cation on a consistent, supportive basis. Our objective is to help stu-dents be successful in the classroom by

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providing a quiet environment in which to study and learn with dedi-cated, experienced tutors available. For questions, please contact the Academic Excellence Program Director, Catherine Uy, at cuy@cycmail.org FOOTBALL Football University Bay Area Since 2007 Football University has seen 40,000 student-athletes improve on the field and in the film room, learning position-specific techniques and fundamentals from our NFLexperienced coaches. Promising prospects from grades 6-12 learn how to be better football players at a FBU Camp, unlocking their potentials and eventually playing at the highest levels in college and the NFL. Info: 877-247-7728 Offense-Defense Football Camp At the high school level (Grades 9-12), taking steps to improve your game is still important and at Offense-Defense, we recognize this fact and take great pride in being able to guarantee improvement for every camp attendee. Beyond skills-improvement, it’s more important than at any other stage of a football player’s development to begin focusing more on the ranking and exposure side of the game. This year’s locations include both the Bay Area and Sacramento. info@o-d. com GYMNASTICS ENCORE Gymnastics, Dance, and Climbing Our camps are packed full of activities such as: gymnastics, rock climbing, dance, cool crafts, games, water balloons, team building activities, themed activities and so much more. We also will take time to play and make new friends. Camps are open to ages 5-12 for full day (9am-3pm) and 3-4 for half day (9am-noon) Info: (925) 932-1033; office@ encoregym.com MULTI-SPORT Saint Mary’s College All Sport Camp The All-Sport Camp is perfect for kids who want to experience a variety of sports during the week. Campers will develop skills in badminton, basketball, flag football, handball, paddleball, soccer, softball, street hockey, swimming, tennis, volleyball and more! Info: (925) 631-4FUN Foundry Summer Camps & Clinics The Foundry Athlete Development Center is dedicated to building your game through our 43,000 square foot sports facility and sports experts. Age and ability is a non-factor under our roof. The Foundry offers key components to aid our athletes in game success. We have phenomenal coaches teaching clinics, camps or club leagues throughout the year. Info: 1(800) 494-1319 tom@foundrysport.com OUTDOOR / ADVENTURE All American Archery Day Camps Week-long archery camp provide in-depth instruction in archery form and technique along with a wide variety of archery shooting

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experiences. Camper also benefit from on-site video analysis of their shooting form. Info www.allamericanarchery.com Oakland ZooCamp Oakland Zoo invites kids to come hang out with us for an exciting week of outdoor nature discovery, animal adventures, and fun! Summer camp activities include stories, games, crafts, science activities, and an up close look at our amazing animals! Oakland Zoo takes great pride in creating ageappropriate programs for campers pre-K to high school. Info: www.oaklandzoo.org/ zoocamp RUGBY Danville Oaks “Try On Rugby” Try On Rugby is a focused initiative dedicated to growing the number of girls and women participating in rugby. Try on Rugby uses comprehensive, educational materials for introducing rugby from U8 to Middle School for young girls and involves inter-squad flag rugby with the possibility to play other girls flag rugby teams in the East Bay in tournament play. Info: 925-368-5689 Rhinos Rugby Academy The Rhinos Rugby Academy is the elite youth rugby program of the Rhinos Rugby Crash (rhinosrugbycrash.com). Rhinos Rugby was started in 2013 as a local Orange County rugby club by passionate rugby players and dads who dreamed to do better than the status quo for their kids and the game, and teach them life skills and provide college opportunities through the sport. Info: (949) 502-5927 SOCCER Burlingamer Soccer Skills Institute Skills Institute is a multi-level soccer development program that focuses on 5-12 year-olds who love soccer and have a strong desire to improve their skills. Our program core concepts allow us to evaluate, assess and adapt to a player’s skill level upon entry into the program. Info: admin@burlingamer.com Redding Soccer Park Next Level Challenger Training The Next Level method of training includes speed of play, fast foot skills, first touch, advanced techniques, freestyle, strength & conditioning, attacking moves, finishing and small-sided games. This camp is designed for both male and female players ages 10-18. Our team of Next Level coaches provides competitive players with a challenging and highly personal developmental experience. Players attending this program must be committed to wanting to improve and must be prepared to push themselves beyond their comfort zone. Info: reddingsoccerpark.com/ events/soccer-camps-clinics SOFTBALL All-American Softball, Inc. The All American Softball School, founded by U.S. National Team and Professional

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Softball veteran Kelly Jackson, is the only facility of its kind in the greater Sacramento area. We combine a state of the art indoor facility with an expert, professionally trained staff to provide the highest quality private and group softball and seasonal clinics for various leagues. Info: 916-374-1907; www. allamericanbaseballschool.com San Ramon Slammers Softball Clinics Collegiate player/coaches teach strength and conditioning, hitting, defense, pitching and catching and hold scrimmages to get you ready for spring softball. Classes held at Slammers training facility on Camino Tassajara. Info: Marco Cartagena 925.209.1564; coachmtraining@gmail.com TENNIS Harbor Bay Tennis Club Our Junior Tennis Program offers clinics in a 7-week session format throughout the school year. We utilize the USTA 10 and Under (Quick Start) Tennis methodology featuring lowcompression balls, age-appropriate racquets and reduced size courts and nets to help get kids playing right away and having FUN while they learn and advance! Info: 510.521.5416 x 131; hein@harborbayclub.com Lifetime Tennis Walnut Creek “Little camps are developed specifically for young children (4-6 years old) and held within the safe environment of the Pleasanton Tennis Center. Students will enjoy learning the game’s fundamentals (forehand, backhand, volley and serve), along with coordination games and introductory tennis terms. Refreshment breaks are used often enough to keep the children fresh of mind, body and spirit. Info: www.lifetimetennis.com VOLLEYBALL Vision Volleyball Club Established in 1998, Vision Volleyball Club™ is a girls club located in Los Gatos, CA. Vision trains young athletes in the sport of volleyball through practice and competition, in a constructive and positive atmosphere. Our coaching philosophy teaches discipline, commitment, responsibility, teamwork, and self-pride. Vision sets a standard for junior club volleyball through its development, professionalism, values, and high standards of player development. Info: 408.356.9181 info@ visionvolleyball Foundry Summer Build Your Game Volleyball Camps Build your game volleyball camp: Skills & Technique. This camp is designed to teach proper skills and techniques in an exciting and positive learning environment. Players of all skill levels are welcomed! Every day players will be introduced a new skill such as setting, hitting passing, serving, and much more. Each day players will begin with fundamentals and end with interactive drills and game play Info: 1(800) 494-1319 or mail@foundrysport.com ✪

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