The Pennsylvania Goalie School - Boys

A detailed camper registration packet will be emailed to all registered campers prior to the first day of camp. The packets contain check-in location, health/release forms, emergency contact info, and a list of things to bring. The health release forms do not require a doctor's signature and they will be collected on the first day of camp.

• CHECK-IN: Check-in between 10:00-11:00am
• CHECK-OUT: Check-out at 2:30pm

OVERNIGHT CAMP AMENITIES

• 2 nights lodging • All meals
• Reversible Nike practice jersey

EXTENDED DAY CAMP AMENITIES

• Lunch & Dinner
• Reversible Nike practice jersey

DAY CAMP AMENITIES

• Lunch
• Reversible Nike practice jersey

OVERNIGHT CAMPERS

HOUSING & ROOMMATES
2 campers per room. If you have a roommate request, and have not already given it to us, please do so as soon as possible. If you don't have a roommate request, you will be placed in a room with someone near your age. It will be a great opportunity to meet someone new!

Dorm: Gough Hall
Bathrooms: shared
Linens: Not provided
Air Conditioning: Yes - No fan needed; dorms are air-conditioned
Suggested spending money: $100
Medical facility: a certified trainer will be on staff and available at every field session of camp

SUPERVISION
The staff reside in the dormitories with the campers and participate in all activities. Drugs, alcohol and tobacco are strictly prohibited, and constitute, along with general misconduct, grounds for dismissal from camp without a refund.

EXTENDED DAY CAMPERS

On the first day of camp, all day campers should arrive between 10:00-11:00am for check in. On all other days, the arrival time is 8:45am at the Dorm for attendance. Departure is 9:00pm on WED & THUR, 2:30pm on FRI and campers can be picked up at the field.

• Wednesday: Campers check-in between 10:00-11:00am and stay until 3:30pm. Lunch is provided.
• Thursday: Arrival time is 8:45 am and campers stay until 9:00pm. Lunch and dinner is provided.
• Friday: Arrival time is 8:45 am and campers stay until 2:30pm. Lunch is provided.
• Daily Schedule: WED 10AM-9PM, THUR 9AM-9PM, FRI 9AM-2:30PM

DAY CAMPERS

On the first day of camp, all day campers should arrive between 10:00-11:00am for check in. On all other days, the arrival time is 8:45am at the Dorm for attendance. Departure is 3:30pm on WED & THUR, 2:30pm on FRI and campers can be picked up at the field.

• Wednesday: Campers check-in between 10:00-11:00am and stay until 3:30pm. Lunch is provided.
• Thursday: Arrival time is 8:45 am and campers stay until 3:30pm. Lunch is provided.
• Friday: Arrival time is 8:45 am and campers stay until 2:30pm. Lunch is provided.
• Daily Schedule: WED 10AM-3:30PM, THUR 9AM-3:30PM, FRI 9AM-2:30PM

LOCAL ACCOMODATIONS

Some local hotel options listed below:

• Best Western: King of Prussia: 127 S Gulph RD, King of Prussia, PA 19406 - (610) 265-4500
• Courtyard Marriott: Valley Forge: 1100 Drummers Ln, Wayne, PA 19087 - (610) 687-6700

CAMP EXTRAS

COACH PILAT'S INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS:

Coach Pilat has produced two videos for goalies. Purchase Advanced Techniques (2015) and Basic Techniques (2001)!

THE BALL STOPS HERE COMBO PACKAGE: Players of all ages can learn from over 90 minutes (combined) of concentrated instruction on both videos and Coach Pilat recommends both videos to any goalie. Order yours today! Price $55

BASIC TECHNIQUES - THE BALL STOPS HERE I: Was produced in 2001 and is still a valuable resource to learn the basics of goaltending as well as a few new tricks. Content Includes - Basic Proper Goalie Warmup, Basics of Stance, Stopping Screened Shots, Stick Skills and Basic Clearing, Stopping One-On-One Shots, Basic Proper Technique for stopping all shots, Unique drills, Goalie Arc Play, Pipe Play, Field Communication.

ADVANCED TECHNIQUES - THE BALL STOPS HERE II: Advanced Techniques is designed for goalies and coaches who are ready to move to the next level. Content Includes - TGS Method (Advanced Goalie Routine), Advanced Warmup, Advanced Drills, Mental Strategies, Scouting Opponents (watching film), Advanced Clearing Concepts, Weight Training for Goalies, Stick Repair and Stringing.

CAMP APPAREL:

Campers have the opportunity to pre-order an TGS Nike t-shirt or hat in the camp registration process through July 1, 2021. You will receive items purchased on the first day at camp check-in.

• TGS Nike T-Shirt - Price $35
• T-Shirt Sizes Available in Adult Small, Medium, Large and X-Large
• TGS Embroidered Nike Baseball Cap - Price $35
• TGS Embroidered Bucket Hat - Price $35

Note: DVD's and apparel items will be HANDED out at camp check in.

PRIVATE COACHING:

PRIVATE COACHING: A 30 minute instructional session with Coach Pilat or with a TGS Senior Coach that can add that little extra specific technique work your Goalie is looking for. Each coach will work with two goalies only during this training session (2 Goalies - 1 Coach). Goalies will get to be evaluated by the coach and also have a "goalies choice" segment where your goalie can ask the coach to observe any aspect of their play that needs attention. The session will take place outside of the regular camp instructional sessions. Training time will be given to camper at check in. There are limited sessions available at each camp and they sell out quickly! Price: $75

Sample Daily Schedule

• 7:30 AM Overnight campers wake-up
• 8:00 AM Overnight campers breakfast
• 9:00 AM Coaches talk, goalies filmed in cage, station work
• Noon Lunch
• 1:30 PM Finish filming goalies in cage, agility work, rapid fire
• 2:30 PM Small group coaches talk, clearing stations
• 4:00 PM Day campers depart
• 5:00 PM Dinner
• 6:30 PM Goalie 10 on 10 games
• 8:30 PM Overnight campers in dorms
• 9:00 PM Rest time, camp store, pizza orders
• 10:45 PM Lights out

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