Mohawk Valley Community College will host several summer sports camps this summer for youth and teens at the College’s Utica Campus, 1101 Sherman Drive. Camps include Baseball, Basketball, Softball, Soccer, Lacrosse, and Volleyball. Preregistration is encouraged for all camps to ensure your camper’s spot. To register for any of the camps listed below, visit www.gomvhawks.com/information/camps.
Baseball
Boys Baseball Camp
Designed for ages 7 to 15, this camp will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday-Friday, July 15-19, at the Jorgensen Athletic and Event Center. A typical day will include team stretching, throwing progression, defensive position play, hitting, group instruction, and sandlot games with coaches. Campers will be placed in groups based on age. All campers should bring sneakers for indoor play in case of inclement weather, glove, water bottle, and lunch if not purchasing a meal plan. Campers may bring their own bat and helmet. There are several price options to choose from, and all include supplemental camp insurance and a camp T-shirt: The cost for one camper is $120 ($150 with lunch plan), two campers is $200 ($260 with lunch plan). For more information, contact MVCC Baseball Coach and Camp Director Dave Warren at 315-792-5674 or dwarren@mvcc.edu.
Basketball
Boys’ Basketball Camp
Designed for ages 6 to 17, this camp will be held from 1-4 p.m. Sunday, June 30, and from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, July 1-Wednesday, July 3. A typical day will include skills instruction, games with coach point guards, small groups for individual instruction, age-appropriate contests and activities, and team-building activities. The cost of the camp is $125, which includes supplemental camp insurance, camp T-shirt, and a basketball. Prizes will be awarded on the last day of camp. Campers are asked to bring their own lunch, sneakers, shorts, and water bottle. For more information, call Camp Director and Men’s Basketball Coach Matt St. Croix at 315-792-5571 or mstcroix@mvcc.edu.
Junior Hawks Summer Basketball Camp
For boys and girls in kindergarten through sixth grade, this camp is designed to make learning basketball fundamentals fun for young players. It will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Monday-Thursday, July 22-25. Campers will be placed in age- and skill-appropriate groups to increase learning and interest in the sport. The camp will focus on skills instruction, and include games with coach point guards, small groups for individual instruction, age-appropriate contests, and team-building activities. The cost is $65, and includes supplemental camp insurance and basketball jersey. Campers are asked to bring their own lunch, sneakers, shorts, and water bottle. For more information, call Camp Director and Men’s Basketball Coach Matt St. Croix at 315-792-5571 or mstcroix@mvcc.edu.
Girls’ Basketball Camp
Designed for ages 7 to 16, this camp will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday-Thursday, July 29-Aug. 1. A typical day will include individual skills development, team skills development, five-on-five games, three-on-three games, one-on-one games, shooting competitions, and camp contests. The cost is $125, and includes supplemental camp insurance, MVCC Women’s Basketball T-shirt, and a basketball. Campers should bring their own lunch, sneakers, shorts, and water bottle. For more information, contact Camp Director and MVCC Women’s Basketball Coach Emily Durr at 315-792-5397 or edurr@mvcc.edu.
Lacrosse
Boys Lacrosse Skills Camp
Designed for ages 7 to 18, this camp will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday-Thursday, Aug. 12-15. Campers will be placed in age-appropriate groups. A typical day will include warm-up, stick work sessions, individual station work to cover basic knowledge of each position, group instruction, shooting, and games and competitions. The cost of the camp is $120 per camper, and includes supplemental camp insurance and a Hawks Lacrosse Camp T-shirt. Campers should bring their own lunch and water, sneakers, cleats, sticks, helmet, gloves, arm pads, shoulder pads, goalie chest and throat protectors. For more information, contact Camp Director and MVCC Men’s Lacrosse Coach Nick Evanoff at 315-427-6715 or email nevanoff@mvcc.edu.
Soccer
Boys and Girls Soccer Camp
Designed for boys and girls ages 7 to 16, this camp will be held from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sunday, June 30-Wednesday, July 3. The camp will offer technical, individual ball skills, and group and team tactics, with instruction for all ability levels. It is organized into three separate ability divisions for skill, tactic, and game sessions, allowing for maximum skill development and fun for all ages. There also will be camp league games and contests. The camp will be led by MVCC Women’s Soccer Coach Jim Vitale, and Men’s Soccer Coach Dominic DiMaggio will lead a Goal Keeper Camp. The cost of the camp is $100 (family rate on three or more), and includes a soccer ball and T-shirt. Each camper should bring shin guards, soccer cleats, indoor footwear, and a water bottle. For more information, email jvitale@mvcc.edu.
Softball
Softball All-Skills Camp
Designed for girls ages 8-18, this camp will be held from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Thursday, July 22-25. The camp will focus on technical and tactical skills, enabling campers to begin preparation for the spring season in a contained, focused and competitive environment. Day camps feature advanced training techniques and fun, game-related activities for all players, including defensive position play, hitting, pitcher and catcher training, and pickup games. The cost of the camp is $120, with a $10 discount for multiple family members, and includes a Softball Camp T-shirt and supplemental camp insurance. Campers should bring their own sneakers, cleats, glove, helmet, bat, catchers gear, pitchers mask, water bottle, snacks, lunch, and water. For more information, contact Camp Director and MVCC Softball Coach Brittnee Mexico at 315-717-9000 or email bmexico@mvcc.edu.
Volleyball
Girls Volleyball Camp
Designed for girls in grades 7-12, this camp will be held from 8:30 a.m. to noon Monday-Friday, Aug. 5-9, and will focus on mastering basic skill sets and fostering a sense of team and sportsmanship. Campers will be grouped according to age and ability. The cost of the camp is $75, which includes a camp T-shirt and supplemental camp insurance. Campers should bring sneakers and knee pads, as well as a water bottle. For more information, contact Camp Director and MVCC Volleyball Coach Josh Higby at 315-525-8086 or email jhigby@mvcc.edu.