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Half Day Camp –Click Here
Dates: June 12 – 16 (Monday – Friday)
Time: 9 a.m. – Noon
Gender: Girls
Ages: 5-12
Cost: $110
T-Shirt included

Full Day Camp – Click Here
Dates: June 12 – 16 (Monday – Friday)
Time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Gender: Girls
Ages: 8-12
Cost: $195
T-Shirt included

Jr. Elite Camp – Click Here
Dates: June 22 – 25 (Thursday – Sunday)
Gender: Girls
Grade (Fall 2006): 6 – 8
Cost: $395 Early Registration: $375
Two T-Shirts and Ball included

Elite Training Camp – Click Here
Date: July 27 – 30 (Thursday – Sunday)
Gender: Girls
Grade (Fall 2006): 9 – 12
Cost: $395 Early Registration: $375
Two T-Shirts and Ball included

Goalkeeper Academy

Jr. Gk Academy – Click Here
Dates: June 22 – 25 (Thursday – Sunday)
Gender: Girls
Grade (Fall 2006): 6 – 8
Cost: $395 Early Registration: $375
GK Shirt, T-Shirt and Ball included

Elite GK Academy – Click Here
Date: July 27 – 30 (Thursday – Sunday)
Gender: Girls
Grade (Fall 2006): 9 – 12
Cost: $395 Early Registration: $375
GK Shirt, T-Shirt and Ball included

Camp Testimonials
“The whole camp process from start to finish was very well organized.”

“My daughter’s overall skill set improved greatly and she can hardly wait till the Fall season to bring what she learned to the field.”

“The accommodations, facilities and the overall experience for our players was exceptional.”

Jim Joye
Lexington Area Vice President
Lexington County Girls Soccer Association

“The USC staff and their players are very accommodating and take a sincere interest and liking to the campers.”

“The girls work hard, improve their skills and most of all have fun while training.”

“I highly recommend this camp for all girls who love the game of soccer and are looking to take their game to the next level.”

Andrew Hammer
Columbia County Lady Patriots

Half Day & Day Camp
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Description
Players are grouped by both age and skill level so that each child is challenged, but not overwhelmed. Our goal is to provide a positive learning environment through technical work and more game/match play for all participants, from beginners to advanced. Full Day campers will have a swim break after lunch and will benefit from competitive match play in the after noon. Each attendee will receive a free camp shirt. Campers are responsible for bringing there own lunch to camp.

DAY CAMP DAILY SCHEDULE
AVG. CAMPER TO COACH RATIO AT DAY CAMPS 8:1
9:00 am Campers arrive at Stone Stadium
9:15 am Warm up and morning stretch
9:45 am Staff Demonstration of Daily Topic
10:00 am Technical Training of Topic
10:45 am Soccer Tricks and Challenges
11:15 am Small Sided Games (3v3 and 6v6)
12:00 pm Pick up at Stone Stadium (Half Day Campers)
12:00 pm Lunch – (Full Day Campers)
1:30 pm Swim or Train
1:45 pm Match Play
3:00 pm Pick up at Stone Stadium (Full Day Campers)
Camp Philosophy
The goal of the South Carolina Soccer School is to provide a positive learning environment for all participants. A competitive but enjoyable atmosphere will be encouraged. A “games” approach to teaching individual technique will incorporate small group tactics to further develop each player. Coach Smith and her staff have taught these fundamentals in New England and the Southeast over the past 13 years.

Camp Directors Director, Shelley Smith – Shelley is the Head Women’s Soccer Coach at the University of South Carolina. She brings a variety of professional playing experience and coaching background to South Carolina. A two time Regional All American at the University of Vermont, Shelley played semiprofessionally in England and in the United States. Smith guided the University of Rhode Island to the post season for the first time in school history and set records for wins in a season 2 of her 4 years there. In her first season at the University of South Carolina, Shelley led the team to be the third most improved team in the country. Her coaching honors include A-10 conference coach of the year in 1998, NEWISA Division I coach of the year in 2000 and Northeast Region coach of the year in 2000. Shelley holds her USSF “B” license and an Advanced National Diploma.

Asst. Director, Jamie Smith – Jamie is an Assistant Director of the Carolina Soccer Schools and is the Associate Head Coach at the University of South Carolina. A four year starting Goalkeeper at Providence College of the Big East Conference, Jamie was also a professional player in the USISL and ALeague. He holds his NSCAA Advanced National Diploma and USSF “B” License.

Asst. Director, Mat Cosgriff – Mat is an Assistant Director of the Carolina Soccer Schools. He serves as the Assistant Coach and Goalkeeper Coach at the University of South Carolina. Previously he was the Assistant Coach for the men’s program at the University of Maine before coming south. Mat was a Goalkeeper for the University of Maine and played with Vermont Voltage of the PDL.

Our enthusiastic Camp Staff is comprised of nationally licensed coaches with college and/or top high school/club experience. They will be assisted by some of the best collegiate players in the Southeast.

Frequently Asked Questions

How will I know a spot has been reserved for me?
A confirmation email will be emailed as soon as your application is received. All necessary details and camp information (what to bring, registration information, directions, transportation services, medical forms, etc.) will be emailed to you.

Can parents or coaches come to watch sessions?
Yes, all sessions are open and we encourage parents and coaches to visit. Copies of the curriculum are always available. There will be an option for parents to purchase camp photos of their children.

Does the camp provide education regarding college recruitment?
At the Carolina Soccer School Elite Training, campers benefit from our College Recruiting Panel featuring college coaches and current college players. The college recruiting process and opportunities in collegiate soccer are discussed and questions are encouraged.

How do I get to camp? Is there an airport shuttle?
The Carolina Soccer Schools are located on the USC campus in Columbia, SC. Columbia Metropolitan Airport is located 15 minutes from campus. Shuttle service can be purchased through the soccer school for $10. The best flight times are arriving prior to 2 pm on the first day and after 2 pm on the last day of overnight camp.

Are Teams welcome?
Teams are welcome at all sessions. There will be a team discount of $25/camper for teams of 8 or more at the Elite Training and the JR Elite camps. All team members must register together. Please contact Mat Cosgriff at Cosgriff@gwm.sc.edu for information regarding team registration.

Jr. Elite
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Description
The JR Elite camp is to provide the high level youth player the opportunity to train in a competitive environment. There will be more tactics discussed throughout and the emphasis will be on developing the “Total” soccer player. This camp will be geared to the youth player aspiring to be selected for club and state teams. The curriculum will include technical and tactical training as well as match-play. Campers will receive two T-shirts and a camp ball.

Goalkeepers:
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Daily Schedule
7:30 am Footwork with Women’s Soccer Strength Coach
8:00 am Breakfast
9:00 am Technical/Tactical Session
12:00 noon Lunch
2:00 pm Tactical Session
3:00 pm 6v6 Tournament
5:00 pm Dinner
6:30 pm Evening Games
9:00 pm Video Session/Presentations
11:00 pm Lights Out

Camp Philosophy
The goal of the South Carolina Soccer School is to provide a positive learning environment for all participants. A competitive but enjoyable atmosphere will be encouraged. A “games” approach to teaching individual technique will incorporate small group tactics to further develop each player. Coach Smith and her staff have taught these fundamentals in New England and the Southeast over the past 13 years.

Camp Directors
Director, Shelley Smith – Shelley is the Head Women’s Soccer Coach at the University of South Carolina. She brings a variety of professional playing experience and coaching background to South Carolina. A two time Regional All American at the University of Vermont, Shelley played semiprofessionally in England and in the United States. Smith guided the University of Rhode Island to the post season for the first time in school history and set records for wins in a season 2 of her 4 years there. In her first season at the University of South Carolina, Shelley led the team to be the third most improved team in the country. Her coaching honors include A-10 conference coach of the year in 1998, NEWISA Division I coach of the year in 2000 and Northeast Region coach of the year in 2000. Shelley holds her USSF “B” license and an Advanced National Diploma.

Asst. Director, Jamie Smith – Jamie is an Assistant Director of the Carolina Soccer Schools and is the Associate Head Coach at the University of South Carolina. A four year starting Goalkeeper at Providence College of the Big East Conference, Jamie was also a professional player in the USISL and ALeague. He holds his NSCAA Advanced National Diploma and USSF “B” License.

Asst. Director, Mat Cosgriff – Mat is an Assistant Director of the Carolina Soccer Schools. He serves as the Assistant Coach and Goalkeeper Coach at the University of South Carolina. Previously he was the Assistant Coach for the men’s program at the University of Maine before coming south. Mat was a Goalkeeper for the University of Maine and played with Vermont Voltage of the PDL.

Our enthusiastic Camp Staff is comprised of nationally licensed coaches with college and/or top high school/club experience. They will be assisted by some of the best collegiate players in the Southeast.

Frequently Asked Questions

How will I know a spot has been reserved for me?
A confirmation email will be emailed as soon as your application is received. All necessary details and camp information (what to bring, registration information, directions, transportation services, medical forms, etc.) will be emailed to you.

Can parents or coaches come to watch sessions?
Yes, all sessions are open and we encourage parents and coaches to visit. Copies of the curriculum are always available. There will be an option for parents to purchase camp photos of their children.

Does the camp provide education regarding college recruitment?
At the Carolina Soccer School Elite Training, campers benefit from our College Recruiting Panel featuring college coaches and current college players. The college recruiting process and opportunities in collegiate soccer are discussed and questions are encouraged.

How do I get to camp? Is there an airport shuttle?
The Carolina Soccer Schools are located on the USC campus in Columbia, SC. Columbia Metropolitan Airport is located 15 minutes from campus. Shuttle service can be purchased through the soccer school for $10. The best flight times are arriving prior to 2 pm on the first day and after 2 pm on the last day of overnight camp.

Are Teams welcome?
Teams are welcome at all sessions. There will be a team discount of $25/camper for teams of 8 or more at the Elite Training and the JR Elite camps. All team members must register together. Please contact Mat Cosgriff at Cosgriff@gwm.sc.edu for information regarding team registration.

Elite Training
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Description
This elite camp will feature the top applicants who are sophomores, juniors and seniors from around the country. This camp will focus on “match playing” between the camp teams including 11 v 11 and 6 v 6 small sided tournaments. The emphasis will be placed on the tactics of the game as well as refining the technical skills of each camper. There will be an All – Star match that will feature the top 30 campers.

College recruiting will be done on site by visiting Division I, II and III schools throughout the duration of camp and a written collegiate evaluation will be provided for all players at the conclusion of camp.

This camp is for the serious soccer player who is looking to potentially play at the college level. Campers will receive two T-shirts and a camp ball.

Goalkeepers:
Click here to be brought to the Goalkeeping Academy

Daily Schedule
The schedule includes daily strengthening and conditioning specific to soccer, seminars covering topics dealing with nutrition, long and short term goal setting, and positive self motivation as well as a collegiate player panel.

7:30 am Footwork with Women’s Soccer Strength Coach
8:00 am Breakfast
9:00 am Technical/Tactical Session
12:00 noon Lunch
2:00 pm Tactical Session
3:00 pm 6v6 Tournament
5:00 pm Dinner
6:30 pm Evening Games
9:00 pm Video Session/Presentations
11:00 pm Lights Out

Camp Philosophy
The goal of the South Carolina Soccer School is to provide a positive learning environment for all participants. A competitive but enjoyable atmosphere will be encouraged. A “games” approach to teaching individual technique will incorporate small group tactics to further develop each player. Coach Smith and her staff have taught these fundamentals in New England and the Southeast over the past 13 years.

Camp Directors
Director, Shelley Smith – Shelley is the Head Women’s Soccer Coach at the University of South Carolina. She brings a variety of professional playing experience and coaching background to South Carolina. A two time Regional All American at the University of Vermont, Shelley played semiprofessionally in England and in the United States. Smith guided the University of Rhode Island to the post season for the first time in school history and set records for wins in a season 2 of her 4 years there. In her first season at the University of South Carolina, Shelley led the team to be the third most improved team in the country. Her coaching honors include A-10 conference coach of the year in 1998, NEWISA Division I coach of the year in 2000 and Northeast Region coach of the year in 2000. Shelley holds her USSF “B” license and an Advanced National Diploma.

Asst. Director, Jamie Smith – Jamie is an Assistant Director of the Carolina Soccer Schools and is the Associate Head Coach at the University of South Carolina. A four year starting Goalkeeper at Providence College of the Big East Conference, Jamie was also a professional player in the USISL and ALeague. He holds his NSCAA Advanced National Diploma and USSF “B” License.

Asst. Director, Mat Cosgriff – Mat is an Assistant Director of the Carolina Soccer Schools. He serves as the Assistant Coach and Goalkeeper Coach at the University of South Carolina. Previously he was the Assistant Coach for the men’s program at the University of Maine before coming south. Mat was a Goalkeeper for the University of Maine and played with Vermont Voltage of the PDL.

Our enthusiastic Camp Staff is comprised of nationally licensed coaches with college and/or top high school/club experience. They will be assisted by some of the best collegiate players in the Southeast.

Frequently Asked Questions

How will I know a spot has been reserved for me?
A confirmation email will be emailed as soon as your application is received. All necessary details and camp information (what to bring, registration information, directions, transportation services, medical forms, etc.) will be emailed to you.

Can parents or coaches come to watch sessions?
Yes, all sessions are open and we encourage parents and coaches to visit. Copies of the curriculum are always available. There will be an option for parents to purchase camp photos of their children.

Does the camp provide education regarding college recruitment?
At the Carolina Soccer School Elite Training, campers benefit from our College Recruiting Panel featuring college coaches and current college players. The college recruiting process and opportunities in collegiate soccer are discussed and questions are encouraged.

How do I get to camp? Is there an airport shuttle?
The Carolina Soccer Schools are located on the USC campus in Columbia, SC. Columbia Metropolitan Airport is located 15 minutes from campus. Shuttle service can be purchased through the soccer school for $10. The best flight times are arriving prior to 2 pm on the first day and after 2 pm on the last day of overnight camp.

Are Teams welcome?
Teams are welcome at all sessions. There will be a team discount of $25/camper for teams of 8 or more at the Elite Training and the JR Elite camps. All team members must register together. Please contact Mat Cosgriff at Cosgriff@gwm.sc.edu for information regarding team registration.

Frequently Asked Questions

How will I know a spot has been reserved for me?
A confirmation email will be emailed as soon as your application is received. All necessary details and camp information (what to bring, registration information, directions, transportation services, medical forms, etc.) will be emailed to you.

Can parents or coaches come to watch sessions?
Yes, all sessions are open and we encourage parents and coaches to visit. Copies of the curriculum are always available. There will be an option for parents to purchase camp photos of their children.

Does the camp provide education regarding college recruitment?
At the Carolina Soccer School Elite Training, campers benefit from our College Recruiting Panel featuring college coaches and current college players. The college recruiting process and opportunities in collegiate soccer are discussed and questions are encouraged.

How do I get to camp? Is there an airport shuttle?
The Carolina Soccer Schools are located on the USC campus in Columbia, SC. Columbia Metropolitan Airport is located 15 minutes from campus. Shuttle service can be purchased through the soccer school for $10. The best flight times are arriving prior to 2 pm on the first day and after 2 pm on the last day of overnight camp.

Are Teams welcome?
Teams are welcome at all sessions. There will be a team discount of $25/camper for teams of 8 or more at the Elite Training and the JR Elite camps. All team members must register together. Please contact Mat Cosgriff at Cosgriff@gwm.sc.edu for information regarding team registration.

Goalkeeper Academy

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Description The Goalkeeper Academy offers a highly competitive training atmosphere for goalkeepers to refine their technical skills and be challenged in tactical game related situations. A unique advantage to this camp is that it is run in conjunction with the Jr. Elite and Elite Training field player camps. This gives the goalkeepers the opportunity to apply and practice their refinements in daily 6 v 6 and 11v11 competitions. Goalkeepers will be introduced to practice sessions used to train collegiate and elite GKs. They will focus on improving footwork, making technical adjustments, and most importantly advancing their decision making in pressure situations. A thorough GK specific evaluation will be giving to every GK at the end of camp. In addition campers will also receive a camp T-shirt, GK training shirt, and a camp ball.

Elite GK campers will be exposed to college coaches from Division I, II and III schools and will have the option to attend college recruiting panels and discussions.

DAILY SCHEDULE
7:30 am Footwork with Women’s Soccer Strength Coach
8:00 am Breakfast
9:00 am Training Session 1
12:00 pm Lunch
2:00 pm Training Session 2
3:00 pm Game situation training
5:00 pm Dinner
6:30 pm 11 v 11 Games
9:00 pm Video Session
11:00 pm Lights Out

Camp Philosophy
The goal of the South Carolina Soccer School is to provide a positive learning environment for all participants. A competitive but enjoyable atmosphere will be encouraged. A “games” approach to teaching individual technique will incorporate small group tactics to further develop each player. Coach Smith and her staff have taught these fundamentals in New England and the Southeast over the past 13 years.

Camp Directors
Director, Shelley Smith – Shelley is the Head Women’s Soccer Coach at the University of South Carolina. She brings a variety of professional playing experience and coaching background to South Carolina. A two time Regional All American at the University of Vermont, Shelley played semiprofessionally in England and in the United States. Smith guided the University of Rhode Island to the post season for the first time in school history and set records for wins in a season 2 of her 4 years there. In her first season at the University of South Carolina, Shelley led the team to be the third most improved team in the country. Her coaching honors include A-10 conference coach of the year in 1998, NEWISA Division I coach of the year in 2000 and Northeast Region coach of the year in 2000. Shelley holds her USSF “B” license and an Advanced National Diploma.

Asst. Director, Jamie Smith – Jamie is an Assistant Director of the Carolina Soccer Schools and is the Associate Head Coach at the University of South Carolina. A four year starting Goalkeeper at Providence College of the Big East Conference, Jamie was also a professional player in the USISL and ALeague. He holds his NSCAA Advanced National Diploma and USSF “B” License.

Asst. Director, Mat Cosgriff – Mat is an Assistant Director of the Carolina Soccer Schools. He serves as the Assistant Coach and Goalkeeper Coach at the University of South Carolina. Previously he was the Assistant Coach for the men’s program at the University of Maine before coming south. Mat was a Goalkeeper for the University of Maine and played with Vermont Voltage of the PDL.

Our enthusiastic Camp Staff is comprised of nationally licensed coaches with college and/or top high school/club experience. They will be assisted by some of the best collegiate players in the Southeast.

Frequently Asked Questions

How will I know a spot has been reserved for me?
A confirmation email will be emailed as soon as your application is received. All necessary details and camp information (what to bring, registration information, directions, transportation services, medical forms, etc.) will be emailed to you.

Can parents or coaches come to watch sessions?
Yes, all sessions are open and we encourage parents and coaches to visit. Copies of the curriculum are always available. There will be an option for parents to purchase camp photos of their children.

Does the camp provide education regarding college recruitment?
At the Carolina Soccer School Elite Training, campers benefit from our College Recruiting Panel featuring college coaches and current college players. The college recruiting process and opportunities in collegiate soccer are discussed and questions are encouraged.

How do I get to camp? Is there an airport shuttle?
The Carolina Soccer Schools are located on the USC campus in Columbia, SC. Columbia Metropolitan Airport is located 15 minutes from campus. Shuttle service can be purchased through the soccer school for $10. The best flight times are arriving prior to 2 pm on the first day and after 2 pm on the last day of overnight camp.

Are Teams welcome?
Teams are welcome at all sessions. There will be a team discount of $25/camper for teams of 8 or more at the Elite Training and the JR Elite camps. All team members must register together. Please contact Mat Cosgriff at Cosgriff@gwm.sc.edu for information regarding team registration.