March 26, 2009
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.–The University of New Mexico men’s soccer head coach Jeremy Fishbein and his staff have announced the dates for this summer’s Lobo Soccer Academy. There will be four levels of camps that offer a variety of skill sessions and team building exercises. All programs will take place on the home training facilities of the Lobo men’s soccer team, Robertson Field.
Register today by either visiting www.LoboSoccerAcademy.com or by downloading the 2009 Lobo Soccer Academy Brochure.
The High School Team Residential will take place from July 12 through July 16. This program is designed for teams looking to immerse themselves in a passionate soccer environment for an entire week. This program will emulate training and playing components of the collegiate soccer game with a focus on team play. Teams may request specific curriculum instruction from the Lobo Soccer Academy staff. Please contact Paul Souders at 505.925.5727 if your High School team has interest. This camp has limited space, so please contact soon.
The Residential Elite Program will take place from July 19 through July 22. This program is designed for the most serious and dedicated players with collegiate or professional playing aspirations. Campers who are entering the 10th grade through their freshman year in college are invited. Mornings will consist of advanced technical and tactical sessions and will simulate UNM training sessions. Afternoons will involve team chalkboard discussions, video, quickness and speed enhancement training. The evening sessions will include match play. All sessions will be overseen by UNM coaches and will be very physically demanding!
Residential campers will stay in the UNM college dorms, eat three meals a day in the UNM dining facility, and have 24-hr supervision while attending camp.
The Lobo Soccer Academy is also pleased to announce the Half Day and Full Day Developmental programs. The Half Day Developmental program will be for boys aged 6 through 10 and will be available in two separate sessions. The first session will be hosted July 13 – July 16 with the second session being hosted the following week July 20 – July 23. The program’s main emphasis will be leaning through FUN! Campers will play small-sided games, providing players as many touches as possible. All players will be taught the fundamental skills of the game along with basic team shape. Skill development, fun, and enthusiasm are shared throughout the week.
The Full Day Developmental program will be for boys aged 11-16 and will also be available in two separate sessions. The program will be offered over the same dates as the Half Day program and will run July 13 – 16 and July 20 – 23. The goal of this program is to develop each camper into a more serious soccer player. Players of all levels will improve fundamental skills through dynamic activities and games in a stimulating and challenging environment. Players will be placed in groups according to age and/or ability. Mornings will emphasize individual skills and afternoons will concentrated on team tactics and games. Video and chalkboard sessions will be incorporated into the afternoons.
For any questions please contact lobocamp@unm.edu or visit www.LoboSoccerAcademy.com
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HIGH SCHOOL TEAM RESIDENTAL PROGRAM
July 12-16
Boys High School Age
Sunday, July 12 – 11:00 a.m. check in
Thursday, July 16 – 12 p.m. check out
Campers will receive a Lobo/Nike t-shirt and a Nike ball. All meals and housing provided
RESIDENTIAL ELITE PROGRAM
July 19-22
Boys Age: 15-20
Sunday, July 12 – 11:00 a.m. check in
Wednesday, July 16 – 12 p.m. check out
Campers will receive a Lobo/Nike t-shirt and a Nike ball. All meals and housing provided.
HALF DAY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
July 13-16/July 20-23
Boys Age 6-10
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. daily
Campers will receive a Lobo/Nike t-shirt and MUST BRING THEIR OWN SOCCER BALL.
FULL DAY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
July 13-16/July 20-23
Boys Age 11-16
9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. daily (9 a.m. – 12 p.m. on Thursday)
Campers will receive a Lobo/Nike t-shirt and a Nike ball. All meals and housing provided.