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Summer Sports Program
Girls' and Boys' Soccer
Directed by Sarah Cooper, Skidmore College Women’s Soccer Coach
Monday-Thursday Ages 7-13 Program The Skidmore Soccer camp is designed for those players who want to develop and improve their individual soccer ability. The camp will also introduce training techniques in speed and agility, two areas that are critical for a player to progress to the next level. There will be a major emphasis on soccer footwork, individual ball skills and technique training in a positive and fun atmosphere.Features To ensure proper training, each camper will be placed in an appropriate group based upon age, ability and experience. The camp will feature a "World Cup" competition, individual athletic and skill competitions, as well as specialized training sessions. Snacks and beverages will be available for purchase. Each camper will receive a camp T-shirt.Equipment Campers will need to bring their own soccer ball and appropriate footwear for soccer, (cleats or turf shoes and sneakers for indoors). Every player MUST wear shin-guards. Campers should bring a full water bottle, bag lunch, hat, sunscreen and suitable clothing for exercising in summer.Site Skidmore Outdoor Athletic Facility (Skidmore's Sports and Recreation Center in the event of inclement weather)Staff Sarah Cooper is the head coach of the Skidmore Women’s soccer team. She is from Australia and competed internationally for her country for 10 years. During this time she played at the 1995 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Sweden and the 1999 FIFA Women’s World Cup in the U.S. She also competed for the World All-Stars for two years against the U.S. National team, in a professional indoor tour. Cooper has worked at numerous soccer camps in the U.S. including Kristine Lilly’s for the past four years, and at the Lake Placid Soccer Center, where she coaches players in the Coerver techniques. Previously, she was a soccer development officer in Australia where she directed soccer camps, school clinics and coaching courses. She brings a wealth of international soccer experiences to the program. Camp staff will be comprised of college coaches and talented collegiate players. Cost |
