Frequently Asked Questions
ARE ALL CAMPS HELD ON THE APPALACHIAN STATE CAMPUS?
All of the training sessions and games will be on the same fields that our App Women"s Soccer program uses. In addition, the campers will be bused to our off campus site, there will be limited walking across campus except to the dining hall.
WHAT DOES EACH CAMPER RECEIVE?Each camper receives an Appalachian State Camp t-shirt, a water bottle and they will receive a written evaluation from a staff coach. In addition, team prizes are awarded during camp.
WHAT DOES THE EVALUATION ENTAIL?The evaluation includes comments regarding technique, tactical understanding, player psychology, as well as athletic related areas of speed, strength and agility. Goalkeepers will also receive an evaluation that is tailor to goalkeeping. They will be evaluated on technique and tactical understanding.
WHAT HAPPENS IF MY DAUGHTER IS INJURED OR SICK DURING CAMP?There is around the clock medical supervision, which includes athletic trainers at all sites during the duration of camp, as well as a trainer that resides in the dorm in case of emergency. In addition, we have the use of our Sports Medicine facility on campus for injury treatment if needed.
DO YOU OFFER ANY DISCOUNTS?Yes, we offer two different types of discounts. We offer TEAM DISCOUNTS for teams sending 10 or more players the coach/chaperone is provided room and meals at no cost. With 15 or more players the second coach/chaperon is provided room and meals at no cost. We also offer a $20 sibling discount (One sibling pays full price; each additional sibling in the family will receive $20 discount to the cost).
DOES MY DAUGHTER NEED ANY MONEY AT CAMP?Campers can purchase several items during the rest breaks and evening times. There are vending machines in the dorms and in the evening they can have pizza delivered to the dorm.
WHAT IS THE COACH-TO-CAMPER RATIO?At camp there are 15-18 campers per group and each group is assigned a head coach and an assistant.
HOW CAN I REACH MY DAUGHTER DURING THE WEEK OF CAMP?The Athletic Department phone number is: 828-262-7825. For emergencies, you can also contact our campus police at: 828-262-8000. Finally, Camp Director"s phone number is: 828-719-8470.
HOW DO I APPLY FOR CAMP?You can call 828-262-2563 to request a brochure, or e-mail: popoolabo@appstate.edu and a brochure will be mailed to you. You can download an application on the web page and mail it back in with your deposit. Also Teams and individuals can each register and pay on-line.
WHAT IS THE BEST AIRPORT TO FLY INTO? CAN MY DAUGHTER BE PICKED-UP?The Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) is located 1 1/2 hours from the Appalachian State campus. We have a camp shuttle that will pick her up and return her for departure. You must notify with all flight information as soon as you have a reservation. A member of our staff will be easy to find at the airport and will transport her safely to campus. We will have two shuttles, picking up at 9:00am and 11:00am.
IS THERE SPECIFIC GOALKEEPER TRAINING?Yes. The keepers will train individually and in small groups for morning and afternoon sessions. For the evening games, they will be with a team. In addition, our GK coaches will be on hand to provide evaluations throughout each game.
ARE PARENTS ALLOWED TO WATCH?Definitely. You are welcome to attend any of the training and games.
