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07 November 2009
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Four Specialized Camps - 2 Junior and 2 Senior Camps

Junior Camp Philosophy - Our junior camps are designed to teach young players the fundamentals of soccer. Teaching players the correct technique is the basis of this camp. The coaches use the newest coaching methods and small sided games increase the touches on the ball to maximize the learning curve. The emphasis is on fun and certified trainers are on duty for the duration of the camp.

Senior Camp Philosophy - Our Senior camps are designed to give players that are looking to play in college the education to progress their game towards that goal. Coaches provide an ideal learning environment that challenges the player to elevate their game to a higher level. Senior camps also provide education on choosing a college, nutrition, and strength and conditioning.

Boys Soccer Junior Half Day Camp - Canceled
Boys Soccer Junior Full Day Camp - July 11-14, 2009

 

 
  • Emphasis on teaching individual fundamentals
  • Instruction to improve technical and positional skills
  • Specialized goalkeeper training
  • Evaluations provided to help with continued development
  • Help to develop a passion for the game of soccer
Senior 100 Camp - June 16-20, 2009 - limited to 100 HS Senior campers
Boys Soccer Sr: Team and Individuals Camp - July 14-18, 2009
  • Individual technical training
  • Individual/team tactical training
  • Specialized goalkeeper training
  • Afternoon and evening games
  • Evaluations provided to help with continued development
  • Sessions on choosing a college, strength and conditioning, and nutrition
  • Team Discounts (see below)
 

 

Airport Shuttles

Senior 100 airport shuttles from Charlotte Douglas international Airport are available at 1 p.m., the day of registration, with return service at the conclusion of camp with a 2 p.m. drop-off. If you would like to make arrangements to be picked up, please contact Assistant Coach Matt Nelson by email.

Individual Camper Rates:

Junior - Half Day

(Ages 9-13)
Day Camper - $Cancel

Senior 100 Camp


Resident Camper - $425
Day Camper - $330

Junior - Full Day

(Ages 9-13)
Resident Camper - $350
Day Camper - $290

Senior Camp

(Ages 14 and up)
Resident Camper - $425
Day Camper - $330

 

 

Team Rates
Cardinal Newman HS (FL)

Cardinal Newman HS (FL)

All teams are invited to spend a week with us in the mountains. We are proud of the many teams that have gone through our camp, especially those who return year after year. We appreciate the coaches that continue to chose Appalachian as a place to further develop and enhance their team.

Junior Team


Resident Camper - $350
Day Camper - $290

Senior Team


Resident Camper - $425
Day Camper - $330

Teams of 10-14 players receive $5 off per player
Teams of 15-19 players receive $10 off per player
Teams of 20+ players receive $15 off per player

Over 14 kids the coach is free and the assistant is 1/2 price

Coach Rates:
  • Coach provided room and board FREE if 11 or more players
  • 2nd coach with 11+ players is $190
  • Coach with fewer than 11 players - $190
  • Second Coach - $190 each

Mountaineer Goalkeeper Academy

  • Fitness - agility, flexibility, conditioning, upper body strength
  • Tactics - positioning, game reading, angle play, reactions
  • Technique - catching, diving boxing, collecting crosses
  • Mental Aspects - Alertness, concentration, leadership


Each session will be run by Matthew Nelson, the current goalkeeper coach at Appalachian State University. We are committed to providing a challenging, educational, and professional learning environment for each camper. The goalkeepers will train specifically as a group but will also be put in game situations to learn the positioning and decision making process needed to elevate their game. Detailed Gk evaluations will be handed out to promote development.


Staff

  • Shaun Pendleton - Current Appalachian State University Men's soccer coach. NCAA Division II all-time winningest men's soccer coach. Shaun is a former coach of an NCAA Division II National Championship team and NAIA National Championship team. Shaun is the current coach of the '92 Boys Olympic Development Program team. He holds an USSF a-license, UEFA license, FIFA pro license and an NSCAA Premier license.

  • Matthew Nelson - A 10 year professional goalkeeper in MLS, USL-1, USL-2, and Irish Premier League. Matt will bring 8 years of goalkeeper coaching experience to the Appalachian Goalkeeper Academy. USSF licensed.

  • Coaching Staff: The coaching staff for the Appalachian Soccer Camp for Boys is composed of qualified coaches from college, club and high school programs around the country. Coaches are selected for their reputation in developing young players and for their sincere passion for the game. Many of our coaches are former Appalachian Mountaineers. Current college players are hired as counselors and are used to demonstrate and serve as role models.
Mark Thornton with Concord HS (NC)

Mark Thornton with Concord HS (NC)

Other Staff*

*Schedule permitting.
Facilities
  • Appalachian Soccer Stadium (Grass)
  • State Farm Fields (Grass - lighted)
  • Quinn Center (Indoor)
  • Kidd Brewer Stadium (Field Turf - lighted)
  • Ted Mackorell Soccer Complex (Field Turf - lighted)
Kidd Brewer Stadium

Kidd Brewer Stadium

Testimonials:

My teams have been attending this camp for the past five years and every year it gets better. Appalachian State Boys Soccer camp is a perfect mixture of environment, facilities, and professional coaching. I highly endorse this camp and recommend any coach who wishes to enhance his teams play as well as increasing individual skill to attend the Appalachian State Boys Soccer Camp.
    -Ken Kirsch, Head Coach, Nease High School. 2007 and 2008 Florida State Champs

My GK coach was very thorough and could show me how to do things properly. He's the best GK coach I've had.
    -Bryan Newbold, 16, Smoky Mtn. HS, Sylva, NC

App. Soccer Camp was a great leaning experience for my team. Our coach was great, and he showed us a lot. The camp really brought us together as a team and made us much better.
    -Jennifer Dillard, Coach, Concord HS (NC)

Our coach worked with us on our communication and our mental game. We got better every day. I'll be back next year.
    -Chris Hartle, 15, '88 North Meck Red, Huntersville, NC

Dear Coach, We want to thank you for providing such a conducive learning environment for our team at this year's camp - the coaching was thorough and structured but flexible to incorporate our team's needs - The facilities were excellent and the cool summer weather and the mountain scenery was particularly nice for us - We would like to recommend the camp to other teams and individuals of all levels.
    -Ken Kirsch and Richard Stupple, Coaches, Lake Mary Prep HS (FL)

The camp is tailored to the specific needs of each team. The best technical camp we have attended in 10 years of going to them. Coaching staff is genuinely interested in everyone improving skills and knowledge of the game.
    -Coach Kevin Hicks, Dixon HS, Jacksonville, NC (NC Class 1A State Finalists in 2003)

Register Now

Please complete our online registration form whether paying by credit card or check.

To pay by check, complete the online form and mail in with your payment. Please note spaces are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. The program may fill before we receive your payment. We suggest registering now with a credit card using our secure server.

If you decide to cancel your registration, a $50 cancellation fee will be withheld from the refund.

Please mail your completed registration form and payment to:

Boys Soccer Camp
Office of Conferences and Institutes
ASU Box 32042
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC 28608-2042

Click below to register.

Boys Soccer Junior 1/2 Day Camp for Ages 9-13 - online registration
(Credit Card, Mail-In or FAX)

Boys Soccer Junior Camp for Ages 9-13 - online registration
(Credit Card, Mail-In or FAX)

Boys Soccer Senior Camp for Ages 14 and Older - online registration
(Credit Card, Mail-In or FAX)

Boys Soccer Senior 100 camp - online registration
(Credit Card, Mail-In or FAX)

Teams Register Here

Junior Team Boys Soccer - online registration
(Credit Card, Mail-In or FAX)

Senior Team Boys Soccer - online registration
(Credit Card, Mail-In or FAX)


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For registration information, contact the Office of Conferences & Institutes by e-mail or by phone at 828-262-8718.

For program information, contact the program director, Coach Shaun Pendleton, by e-mail or by phone at (828) 262-6747.

According to NCAA rules and regulations all camps and clinics are open to any and all entrants regardless of skill level
(limited only by number, age, grade level and/or gender).


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