The Best Goalie Camp in the Country
The Biggest Goalie Camp is excited to be back in California! All lacrosse goalies will receive top coaching from Bill Pilat and his carefully selected staff. The California session of The Goalie School is held on the beautiful campus of the University of San Diego. Great weather, coaching, and excellent facilities will be sure to make this camp a favorite for many young athletes.
Once again, Coach Pilat has put together 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. Campers from California, Arizona, Oregon, and Washington can now attend one of the best lacrosse camps in the country.
Highlights Include
- The best camper to staff ratio in lacrosse camps: 4 to 1
- Strength and agility coaching
- Staff work one-on-one with goalies
- Fun and exciting programming and games
- Coaches talks and demonstrations
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Camp Details
Don’t miss out! The Goalie School at the University of San Diego will be offering one session of overnight with commuter camp options available. Come see why this goalie camp fills up before any other goalie camp in the country.
Show Less See More Camp DetailsA 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 11:00am
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
LOCAL ACCOMODATIONS
Some local hotel options listed below:
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Diego - Mission Valley: 635 Hotel Cir S, San Diego, CA 92108 - (619) 795-7705
- Four Points by Sheraton San Diego - SeaWorld: 3888 Greenwood St, San Diego, CA 92110 - (619) 299-6633
CAMP EXTRAS
COACH PILAT'S INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS:
Coach Pilat has produced two videos for goalies. Purchase Advanced Techniques (2015) or Basic Techniques (2001), or buy both!
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. Price: $30
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. Price $30
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
CAMP APPAREL:
Campers have the opportunity to pre-order an TGS Nike t-shirt or hat in the camp registration process through June 1, 2024. You will receive items purchased on the first day at camp check-in.
- TGS Nike T-Shirt - Price $30
- T-Shirt Sizes Available in Adult Small, Medium, Large and X-Large
- TGS Embroidered Nike Baseball Cap - Price $30
- TGS Embroidered Bucket Hat - Price $30
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: $65
Sample Daily Schedule
- 7:30 AM Wake Up (overnight campers)
- 8:00 AM Breakfast in Dining Hall (overnight campers)
- 9:00 AM Goalies filmed in cage, Coaches Talk, Station work
- Noon Lunch in Dining Hall
- 1:30 PM Remaining Goalies filmed in cage, Rapid Fire, Agility work
- 2:30 PM Clearing stations, Small group Coaches Talk
- 4:00 PM Day campers depart
- 5:00 PM Dinner in Dining Hall
- 6:30 PM Goalie 10 on 10 Games!
- 8:30 PM Back to dorms
- 9:00 PM Rest time, Camp store opened, pizza orders
- 10"45 PM Lights Out!
UNIVERSITY OF SAN DIEGO
The small private University of San Diego features stunning Pacific Ocean views from the Alcalá Park corner of campus but of course, with the campus being in San Diego it’s all gorgeous. If the Alcalá views aren’t enough for you, stroll around campus and you’ll be able to take in breath-taking views of the San Diego Harbor, the Coronado Islands, and La Jolla.
Camp Coaches
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Head Coach Bill Pilat
Entering his 31st season at the helm of the Roanoke College program, Bill Pilat has 341 career wins and his 70% win percentage is also the best in the history of the ODAC.
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The California Goalie School - Girls
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