McDaniel College hosts summer camps and activities

McDaniel College hosts various camps and activities throughout the summer, including:

Green Terror Basketball Camp – Boys Day Camp
June 11-14; July 29-August 2
For ages 7-17. The camp teaches the basic fundamentals of basketball that may be applied individually, and in a team setting. Teamwork will be stressed. The camp is directed by Kevin Curley, men’s head basketball coach at McDaniel, and McDaniel men’s basketball players work as coaches and counselors to ensure that each camper receives quality individual instruction.

Green Terror Men's Soccer ID Camp
June 15
For high school freshmen through senior players. Camp is designed to provide players with the support to improve technically and tactically with individual and small group training, plus full-field matches. The camp is directed by Steve Corrieri, head men’s soccer coach at McDaniel.

Green Terror Basketball Elite Camp
June 15; Aug. 3
For ninth through 12th graders. Camp includes live drills, shooting drills, a variety of skill work and full court five-on-five game while getting a feel for college-level play.

Maryland Boys State
June 16-22
This program of the American Legion is for boys who have completed their junior year of high school with numerous activities to participate in, which includes legislative sessions, court proceedings, law enforcement presentations, assemblies, bands, chorus, and recreational programs.

Bill Pilat's Goalie School
June 17-19
For ages 10-18. The Goalie School offers the most innovative curriculum for goalies wishing to improve their skills. Individual analysis, extensive videotaping of each goalie and new methods of teaching techniques and footwork are all elements of The Goalie School.

Point Guard College
Session 1: June 18-22
Session 2: June 24-28
Session 3: July 1-5
Session 4: July 9-13
Session 5: July 15-19
For high school students entering grades 9-12. This basketball camp helps players develop the skills and habits to become the smartest player on the floor. Sessions are limited to 80-120 players with a 12:1 player-to-coach ratio.

McDaniel Local
Sessions take place June 20-21; June 24-25; June 27-28; July 8-9; and July 11-12
All incoming first-year students participate in two-day, one-night orientation sessions designed to kick off the students’ time at McDaniel and provide them the opportunity to get to know their classmates, campus, and Westminster.

Nike Field Hockey Camp at McDaniel College
June 21-23
For ages 11-18. The camp prepares players at any skill level, providing the chance to master the fundamentals and develop proper mechanics through a mix of drills, games and competitive play. The camp is directed by McDaniel field hockey coach Kati Nearhouse.

Green Terror Softball
June 24-26
For ages 8-18. Players develop fundamentals and increase skill level with areas of focus including throwing, infield, outfield, hitting, base running, sliding and bunting, under the instruction of McDaniel coaching staff and players.

Nike Boys Lacrosse Camp at McDaniel College
June 24-27
For ages 9-18. Players receive emphasis on fundamentals, position training, drills and scrimmages. Longtime Nike camp director Rich Levi directs the camp.

Nike Girls Basketball Camp
June 28-30
For ages 8-17. A high energy youth basketball camp focused on fundamentals, individual skill development and improvement of overall basketball IQ. Campers participate in skill work, shooting clinics, competitions, small-sided games and more. The camp is directed by Christin Gowan, women’s head basketball coach at McDaniel, and McDaniel women’s basketball players work as coaches and counselors to ensure that each camper receives quality individual instruction.

National Kicking
June 28-30
Open to all levels of kickers, punters, and long snappers. Players will be in groups according to their present level of skill and experience and each player will receive individual attention.

Soccer Academy (Adults)
June 28-July 2
Soccer Academy’s Adult Camps are offered to individual players or groups who are ages 21 years old and up. These popular camps offer adult players the opportunity to develop their technical and tactical performance. Adult players of all levels are welcome.

Nike Boys Lacrosse Day Camp at McDaniel College
July 1-3
For ages 9-18. Players receive emphasis on fundamentals, position training, drills and scrimmages. Longtime Nike camp director Rich Levi directs the camp.

Common Ground on the Hill Traditions Week
July 7-12
Workshops in the traditional arts, evening concerts, lectures, and more are offered. Academic credit and scholarships are available.

Green Terror Men’s Soccer Camp
July 8-10
For ages 9-19. Directed by Steve Corrieri, head men’s soccer coach at McDaniel, players participate in technical and tactical training sessions to experience competitive play and develop their skills.

Offense/Defense Football Camp
July 11-13
Offense-Defense has been helping youth and high school athletes achieve their dreams for over five decades. This football showcase and player development clinic uses a progressive curriculum that has been developed for all levels of play by NFL and College coaching staff.

Common Ground on the Hill Roots Music & Arts Festival
July 13
To mark the culmination of Common Ground on the Hill’s Traditions Week, this all-day festival features traditional arts, crafts, music, and dance, plus kid-friendly activities, food vendors, and a wine and beer garden. Tickets range from $25-$40.

Nike Girls Lacrosse Camp
July 15-17
For ages 9-18. Players are immersed in the sport of lacrosse, learning the fundamentals as well as new techniques. McDaniel women’s head lacrosse coach Kristin Ramey directs the camp.

Green Terror Baseball Camp
July 15-19
Day camp for second through eighth graders. Campers will be instructed on swing balance, throwing mechanics, baserunning, sliding, bunting, fielding, and hitting drills.

Nike Girls Soccer Camp at McDaniel College
July 18-21
For ages 8-18. Camp is designed to provide players with the support to improve technically and tactically with individual and small group training, plus full-field matches. McDaniel’s women’s soccer coaches run the camp.

Green Terror Women’s Soccer ID Camp
July 21
For ages 14-19. Camp is designed for players to improve technical skills and play while getting a feel for college-level play.

Nike Volleyball Camp at McDaniel College
July 22-24; 25-26
For ages 12-18. This day camp offers All Skills and Position Specialty programs, designed to help players fine-tune their skills through drills and competitive play. The camp is directed by McDaniel women’s head volleyball coach Jennifer Feldmann and assisted by current McDaniel volleyball assistant coaches and players.