March 14, 2006
2006 R. Grant Soccer Camp Brochure and Application
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University of Memphis men's soccer coach Richie Grant has announced his annual soccer camp to be held July 16-20. The camp is for males and females ages 5-18 and will be held at Lambuth University in Jackson, Tenn.
An application form and camp brochure can be downloaded by clicking the PDF link above.
Enrollment Information
Residential July 16-20 Ages 12-18 $295
Commuter July 16-20 Ages 12-18 $245
Kids Camp July 17-20 Ages 5-11 $85
How to Enroll
Complete application and parental consent form, and mail it along with a non-transferable deposit of $150 (or you may send complete camp fee at once). Make checks payable to the Richie Grant Soccer Camp. No telephone reservations or credit cards accepted. We have limited space in the dorms so we will accept applications on a first come first served basis. It is recommended that you submit your application by June 1. Those who cannot attend camp for medical or other reasons will be refunded all but a $50 handling fee. (To receive a refund the camp office must be notified 24 hours prior to registration on Sunday.)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q - Is there time to swim?
A - Yes. There is an indoor pool available with a qualified lifeguard on duty.
Q - How much money should I bring?
A - Meals are all-you-can-eat and are included in the cost. In the evenings, we have a social room that serves pizza and drinks (this requires pocket money).
Q - Are trainers on duty?
A - We have athletic trainers on staff 24 hrs a day.
Check In/Out:
Campers will register between 2 and 4 p.m. on Sunday. The first training session is Sunday at 6 p.m. Camp ends on the Thursday following the closing ceremony at noon.
Roommate Policy:
We can honor your roommate requests if made before June 1st.
Confirmation:
Your cancelled check confirms your enrollment in the camp.
Camp Ball:
Each camper must have a ball at camp. Bring your own ball or purchase a custom-made, hand-stitched Diadora ball. The price of this ball is $15.
Camp Insurance:
The Richie Grant Soccer Camp provides secondary accidental/medical insurance. Medical staff on site 24 hours.
Team Discounts:
Teams of 10 or more are eligible for a $20 discount per camper.
Family Discounts:
Brothers and/or sisters are eligible for a $20 discount per camper. $15 for non-residential. (Cannot combine discounts. Only one discount per camper.)
Kids Camp:
9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Monday-Thursday. Kids need to arrive by 8:45 a.m.
Goalkeepers:
The Camp will provide highly specialized training for the goalkeepers. Sebastian Vecchio, 2004 C-USA Defensive Player of the Year, will provide extensive training for goalkeepers. Every goalkeeper will be trained in the tactical awareness, proper technique and psychological approach to the position.
Additional Camp Information:
Details will be mailed to you upon receipt of application with deposit. Directions and more information about what to bring will be included in that package. For more information, call 901.678.4141 or 901.678.2452.
Daily Schedule
8:00am.......... Breakfast
8:45am.......... Kids and Commuters arrive
9:00am.......... Session I - technical session to goal
11:30am........ Lunch/Kids camp ends
1:00pm.......... Film/Games/Indoor/Pool/Speed & Agility
5:00pm.......... Dinner
6:15pm.......... Champions League
8:30pm.......... Social Hour - games/pool/pizza/movie on the green
11:00pm........ Lights out
Sunday
2-4:00pm....... Registration
4:30pm ......... Dinner
6:00pm.......... Training Session
8:30pm.......... Social Hour
11:00pm........ Lights Out
Thursday
8:00m............ Breakfast
9:00am.......... Competitive Games
11:30am........ Closing Ceremonies
12:00pm........ Check Out
Richie Grant Returns To Lambuth University
Lambuth University is located in Jackson, Tennessee, a growing town of 80,000 people, Lambuth is just 80 miles east of Memphis and 120 miles west of Nashville. Jackson is easily accessible by Highways TN 20, U.S. 45 and 70, and Interstate 40. Stately Georgian buildings connected by shaded walkways and spacious lawns characterize the beautiful 50 acre campus. The campus also features air-conditioned rooms, indoor swimming pool, sand volleyball, and bermuda grass fields.
Richie Grant - Camp Director
The University of Memphis head men's soccer coach and a native of Dublin, Ireland, Grant was an All-American on three occasions as a player at Green Mountain College, Vermont. After playing professional soccer for the Minnesota Thunder, Grant became the assistant coach at Bloomsburg University, Pennsylvania before becoming the coach at Lambuth University. During his tenure at Lambuth, Grant was instrumental with the growth of the game in West Tennessee as a director of Jackson Soccer Club, and his influence spread throughout the state. In 1999 he was named the head coach at the University of Memphis, was named the Conference USA coach of the year in 2000, and again in 2004. In 2004 Grant's team took home the C-USA Championship and a birth in the NCAA tournament. In the past two years The University of Memphis has placed 3 players on MLS Rosters. Grant is heavily involved with the Tennessee State Olympic Development Program and holds the NSCAA Premier License.
COACHING STAFF INCLUDES:
* Robbie Nicholson - University of Memphis
* Paul Conway - Lambuth University
* Gerry Cleary - Martin Methodist
* Chris Leonardi - University School of Jackson
* Jodi Fisher - University of Memphis
* Paddy Gallagher - UEFA Coach
* Danny Crowley - UEFA Coach
