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Nike Track & Field Camp at Delaware State University

Nike Track & Field Camp at Delaware State University 9 Reviews

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Average Rating 5.00 / 5 Stars

2024 DATES & PRICES AVAILABLE!

NOTE: CAMP IN 2024 IS AVAILABLE AS DAY ONLY CAMP (NO OVERNIGHT)

Want to be the best? You must learn from the best! At the Nike Track & Field Camp at Delaware State University, Dover, we understand the importance of proper training and educating young runners.

The purpose of this camp is to provide middle & high school track & field athletes with event-specific skills and drills that will prepare campers for any T&F program. We cover the basic principles of training. Our goal is to help athletes build a firm foundation in the technical aspects of their events for their upcoming track season.

All campers are required to complete the Delaware State University Waiver/Release Agreement, which will be provided in Camp Information Email.

Highlights Include

Track & Field training program
Open to athletes ages 12-18
Individual and group instruction.
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Specific training for all skill levels. All events offered other than Pole Vault
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Camp Director Gwen Harris

The DSU graduate returned to her alma mater after serving 11 years as head women’s track and field coach at the University of Pennsylvania. Harris was just the second coach in program history of the Quakers’ women’s track and field program.
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Prior to being appointed head coach at Penn, Harris served as head coach of the James Madison University women’s track and field program for 17 years.
Harris’ duties as a track and field liaison extend far beyond coaching, as she has been a member of numerous committees including Chair of the NCAA National Championships in Eugene, Ore., in 2001. Harris, who has been a member of the NCAA Track and Field Committee since 1999, also served as president of the Eastern Collegiate Track and Field Association in 1998. After serving as vice president in 2002, Harris was reappointed to serve as president of the Eastern Collegiate Track and Field Association in 2003.
Harris graduated from Delaware State in 1974. Though there were no recognized women's varsity sports at the time she attended the University, Harris lettered all four years as a member of the basketball, softball, field hockey, and track and field club teams. In track and field, Harris ran in various events including the 75 meters, 100 meters and 220 meters, as well as the 4x100 and 4x200 relays. She also made several regional teams in field hockey and track and field.
Immediately following her graduation from Delaware State, Harris coached at Caesar Rodney High School in Delaware where she helped lead the program to four state championships and three conference titles during her six years with the school.
Harris then went on to receive her master’s in higher education from James Madison in 1982. Harris holds Level I (1989) and Level II (1993) certificates from the USA Track and Field Coaching Education School.
For her accomplishments over the past 20 years, Harris was inducted into the Delaware African-American Hall of Fame in 2002 and the Delaware State University Athletics Hall-of-Fame in October 2010.
In addition, she was a member of the inaugural Delaware State University Diamond Extravaganza class in 2010. “Delaware Diamonds” are recognized for their outstanding contributions to women's sports and education in the First State.
Harris also serves as Director of Delaware State University's summer All-Sports Camp.

SECURE YOUR SPOT!

Please Note: This camp SOLD OUT in 2023. This Track & Field Camp is designed as a comprehensive training camp program which a focus on track & field fundamentals including drills, pacing, strength endurance, speed and core strengthening as well as the mental edge training necessary for top athletic performances.

We work with middle & high school T&F athletes of all abilities, to help you get better and have fun!

2024 OVERVIEW

Dates: July 15-18, 2024
Age Group: 12-18
Gender: Co-ed
Camp Type: Day
Events:
- All T&F
- NO POLE VAULT
Meals: Lunch is not provided. Campers should bring their own lunch and snacks.

CAMP SCHEDULE

Check-in: 8:30AM - 9:00AM
Check-out:
- Monday- Wednesday: 5:00PM
- Thursday (Half-Day): 12:00PM
  - Location: Tubman-Laws Hall (desu.edu)
  - Location: Alumni Stadium- Delaware State University

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PREPARE FOR CAMP: COMPLETE YOUR PRE-CAMP CHECKLIST

To view your customer account, complete your mandatory forms, pay balance dues, and review important camp information, visit Pre-Camp Checklist.

All necessary camp information is on this page. If there are any imperative changes prior to camp start, registered campers will be notified via email and this webpage will be updated!

INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY

Ratio: 1:10
Grouped by: age, ability, and experience
Equipment needed: Campers should bring at least two pairs of broken in running shoes. Racing flats/spikes are optional. Please be sure to properly mark your equipment, so that it can be easily identified.
Facility: Delaware State University Alumni Stadium

CHECKLIST OF THINGS TO BRING:

Below is a suggested list of clothes, equipment, and personal items. US Sports Camps is NOT responsible for lost or stolen articles or money.

ALL CAMPERS:

Extra Athletic clothing
1-2 pairs of broken-in running shoes/ event spikes
Non-running shoes
Water bottle
Sunblock
Small gym bag/backpack
Extra spending money (suggested $40)

TRANSPORTATION

Transportation is not provided. Campers are responsible for getting to and from camp on their own. There is no supervision before or after camp hours so please make arrangements to pick up your child on time.

MEDICAL PROTOCOL

Most camps have an athletic trainer on-site to help with illness or injury. In case of an emergency, campers will be transported to the nearest hospital.

CAMP TUITION PAYMENTS

Full payment of camp fees must be completed by the first day of the month before camp. For example:

June Camps: final payment is due on May 1
July Camps: final payment is due on June 1
August Camps: final payment is due on July 1

Any camper with an unpaid balance 10 days before the start of their camp will forfeit all camp fees paid to date and be removed from the camp.

Your confirmation email shows your balance due and balance due date. Final payments can be made through the US Sports Camps Customer Portal or by phone at 1-800-645-3226.

COMPANY POLICIES

For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.

NIKE TRACK & FIELD CAMP FAQ

For general questions about our Track & Field camps please see our FAQ page.

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Sample Daily Schedule

8:30am Arrival & Check-In
8:45am Camp Announcements
9:00am Camp warm-ups and drills
9:30am Stretch and water break
9:45am Event Group Training
11:00am Water break
11:15am Core / Stability
12:00pm Lunch
1:15pm Breakout session
2:30pm Conditioning / Cardio
3:30pm Pool / Active Recovery / Rest
5:00pm Check Out + Departure

Delaware state track

Alumni Stadium is a 7,193-seat multi-purpose stadium in Dover, Delaware. It is home to the Delaware State University Hornets football team and outdoor men's and women's track and field teams. The facility opened in 1957.

Are the campers supervised throughout the camp?

Yes, campers are supervised by the coaches and staff. Staff members provide supervision during instruction and lunch break. All staff members complete criminal and sex offender background checks before working the camp

Does this camp have medical personnel on staff?

We have a certified athletic training on-site and a doctor on-call at all times in case of a training injury or medical ailment/emergency.

Can I come to camp alone or do I have to be a member of a team?

We welcome individual campers and teams. It's a great place to meet new friends who share your enthusiasm for the sport and to have FUN!

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Does the Health & Release Form need to be signed by a doctor?

Our Health & Release Form does not require a doctor’s signature. This online form is required to be filled out accurately, signed by the parent (guardian), and submitted online before the first day of camp.

My child does multiple events; will there be opportunities for her to train on multiple skills during camp?

Yes campers can train with multiple event groups

My child is new to the sport, do you accept athletes who are beginners in the sport?

We bring the best out of campers of all skill levels. All we require is a positive attitude.

Overall Average Rating 5.00 / 5 Stars

- 5/5.
July 1, 2022: My daughter enjoyed the balance of training with social/recreational activities. She also loved the coach

— Anonymous
- 5/5.
July 1, 2023: Seeing all the parents attend the track meet on the last day to see the development of there child.

— Anonymous
- 5/5.
June 30, 2023: My daughter really loved the dorm and the food was good. Track meet on the last day was fun.

— Anonymous

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- 5/5.
July 6, 2023: The welcoming staff and the amazing organized check in and check out process.

— Anonymous
- 5/5.
July 1, 2022: Watching my daughter PR in the triple jump at the end of camp mini meet.

— Anonymous
- 5/5.
July 6, 2023: Meeting new people learning different things to help with my skill

— Anonymous
- 5/5.
June 30, 2023: [Highlights included] seeing the track meet and to hear my child say she will return.

— Anonymous
- 5/5.
July 5, 2023: Learning the importance of stuff that I overlooked previously.

— Anonymous
- 5/5.
He loves this camp!

[The highlights were] running with, playing games with, and getting advice from camp counselors, who were amazing people and coaches.

— Parent of Attendee from This Camp in 2022

SECURE YOUR SPOT – CAMPS SELL OUT!

Last year over 650 Sports Camps sold out, leaving 7,000+ campers on the waitlist. Due to high demand, early registration for our first-come-first-serve camps is strongly recommended.

Programs: Track & Field

Age Group: 12 - 17

Gender: Co-Ed

*Please Note: This camp SOLD OUT in 2023.*

Day $495.00 USD

Availability: Yes

* Pricing is subject to change based on availability. Enroll today to secure current rates.

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