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Villanova Boys Soccer Camps provide a series of targeted "Academies" to offer specialized training sessions and programs to meet the needs of each individual player. Players can choose from: College Prospect/Team Academy (Ages 15-18), Development Academy (Ages 6-14), and Goalkeeping Academy (Ages 10-18).
*These camps are open to any and all entrants that meet the above criteria.

 

Resident/Non-Resident Camps
Session I & II: Resident/Non-Resident Camp
 
TRAIN, SHOWCASE, GAIN THE EDGE: College Prospect/Team Academy (Ages 15-18)
Gain the edge of the recruiting process at Villanova Boys Soccer Camp where you will:
  • TRAIN in a college-like environment with top college coaches.
  • SHOWCASE your talents in front of some of the best college coaches in the country.
  • GAIN THE EDGE on the recruiting process with an in-depth look at college recruiting with two seminars coordinated by college coaches.
This academy is designed for college prospects with high level club experience who want to train in a NCAA Collegiate Soccer environment. Advanced topics include technical functional training, zonal defending with a strong emphasis on the flat back four, tactical attacking schemes, and plyometrics with speed and agility training. The coaching staff will be comprised of the Villanova University Men's Soccer Staff and coaches from other top collegiate programs.
 
This academy is also designed for teams who want to prepare for the upcoming season, tournament, or game in a competitive learning environment with a top level college coach. We will provide a bonding experience which will focus on the team becoming more equipped to accomplish more through team building activities, motivational talks and building off each individuals’ strengths. Topics include: technical development, tactical attacking, and defending schemes. Conditioning will be a priority, with an emphasis on plyometrics, speed, and agility training.

 

LEARN, IMPROVE, IMAGINE: Developmental Academy (Ages 6-14)
If you are a young aspiring college player we have a developmental academy where you will:
  • LEARN in a fun positive training environment from the Villanova coaches and players.
  • IMPROVE your technical skill.
  • IMAGINE what it is like to be a Villanova Men's Soccer player.
This academy has two parts:
 
Wildcat Residential, Full-Day, or Half Day Academy (Ages 11-14)*
This academy is designed for the young, developing player. In a challenging and fun environment, training will include skill development, small group attacking and defending awareness, and plyometrics with speed and agility training. The coaching staff will be comprised of the Villanova Men's Soccer Staff/Players, and top local high school and club coaches
*Campers may move from group to group. This will be determined by the Villanova Boys Soccer Camp Staff. Evaluations will be made on the first day of camp.
 
Junior Wildcat Full-Day or Half-Day Academy (Ages 6-10)*
This academy is designed for the young, aspiring soccer player. The objective for this group is to appreciate the game and learn in an enthusiastic environment. Training will include basic skill development, individual attacking and defending awareness, and general fitness. The coaching staff will be comprised of the Villanova Men's Soccer Staff/Players, top local club coaches, and top collegiate players.
*Please note this session is only available July 22-25.
 
Goalkeeping Academy (Ages 10-18)
Our special curriculum is designed to improve the psychological, tactical, technical and overall fitness side of the game. You will make strides through our goalkeeper only sessions and have the opportunity to demonstrate your skills in team games. Goalkeepers who desire to play in college will be a part of the Elite Goalkeeping Academy run by Villanova Goalkeeper Coach BJ Callaghan.
One-Day Developmental Clinics (Ages 15-18)
  • TRAIN in a college-like environment with a personal touch.
  • DISCOVER the truth behind the college recruiting process from an in-depth seminar.
  • EXPERIENCE the beauty of Villanova University during a guided tour.
The Villanova Men’s Soccer program prides itself on individual player development, and we are excited to offer you a one-day opportunity to experience the same positive learning environment that our players enjoy. You will work directly with the Villanova coaching staff to improve and learn new techniques and skills. To further develop your game, the staff will introduce you to some of the same exercises used at Villanova. The 5 One-Day Developmental Clinics are conducted from November to May and are only open to high school age players. All sessions are held at the Villanova Football Stadium.