April 16, 2008 Notice
CAMP IS FULL
Please contact Julie Eibensteiner, Camp Director at mngoalkeepingchallenge@gmail.com regarding wait list options.
Dates: June 14–17, 2008
Location: Eastview High School (Apple Valley, Minn.)
Director: Julie Eibensteiner
- USSF A License & NSCAA National Goalkeeping Licenses
- Region II , Minnesota and Illinois State ODP Staff
- Former Div I Goalkeeper, University of Minnesota
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Goalkeepers who are….
- 14 years old and older including current college goalkeepers
- Highly committed and highly self-motivated to train as a goalkeeper and looking for a highly demanding training environment
- Preparing for US Youth Soccer Region II Championships, ODP Region Camp, Premier league play, college preseason, and similar levels of play
NEW FOR 2008: THE SHUTOUT DIVISION
Specialized division of MN GK CHALLENGE for goalkeepers seeking the most demanding training environment available. -LIMITED ENROLLMENT-
- 16 years of age and older AND Current College GKs
- Lower coach to goalkeeper ratio
- Increased emphasis on leadership, training ethic and tactical play
To Apply: Submit two letters of reference from coaches speaking to your ability, playing resume, and one page goal statement as a goalkeeper with MN GK CHALLENGE registration form.
Deadline: MARCH 1, 2008
Notification of Acceptance: APRIL 1, 2008
*Those not accepted into Shutout Division are eligible for rolling admission into general camp based on date that application was received. |
CURRICULUM:
- Shot-stopping: Catching, diving, tipping, parrying
- Breakaway Saves: Responding to 1v1 and 2v1 situations
- Dominating the 18 yd Box: Dealing with crossing situations
- Being the 1st Attacker: Technique and tactics of throwing, dropkicks, punts, and goal kicks
- Leading from Behind: Organizing as a mode of shot-stopping, dealing with back passes, and playing the ball at your feet.
FOR THE GOALKEEPERS:
We promise you…
- The highest quality Goalkeeping staff assembled for a goalkeeping camp offered in Minnesota—experienced coaching and playing at the US National, professional, and Division I Levels.
- Daily on-the-field technical and tactical instruction designed to challenge the player physically and mentally.
- Daily classroom lectures and video analysis on topics of the day including video of the actual camp training sessions.
- Daily physical training featuring speed, agility, and plyometric work as well as a demanding self-training series.
- Adidas Goalkeeper Jersey and T-shirt
- In-person, one-on-one evaluation with staff coach
- Goalkeeper War Tournament
DAILY SCHEDULE:
| 7:45am |
Arrive at camp |
| 8–9:00 am |
Physical Training |
| 9–11:00 am |
Training Topic I |
| 11–12:00 pm |
Lunch (provided) |
| 12–1:00 pm |
Lecture/Classroom |
| 1–3:00 pm |
Training Topic II |
| 3:05 pm |
Departure from camp |
Camp ends early enough to allow goalkeepers to attend team training/games in the evening.
ACCOMMODATIONS AVAILABLE: Off-site hotel accommodations will be made available close to the camp site for interested players and their parent/guardian (if under 18).
Accommodation costs are not included in the registration fee. Please make a notation on the registration form for more information. This is NOT a residential camp.
Parent/Guardians are responsible for the supervision of participants under the age of 18 who choose to stay in the hotel each evening.
THIS IS A DEMANDING CAMP—PLAYERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO COME IN GOOD PHYSICAL CONDITION AND A WILLINGNESS TO LEARN!
Camp Fees: $385 Prior to May 1 ($435 after May 1)
Registration: Limit of 60 total goalkeepers
This camp has filled to capacity each year very early, a waitlist will be formed. Remit completed registration form, non-refundable deposit of $200 and relevant application materials (Shutout Division)
to MYSA c/o MN Goalkeeping Challenge, 11577 Encore Circle, Minnetonka MN 55343. Make checks payable to MYSA.
For more information contact Julie Eibensteiner, Camp Director at mngoalkeepingchallenge@gmail.com.
For administrative questions, please contact Ivan Woyno at MYSA (office) 952-252-1688 (800-366-6972) or ivanwoyno@mnyouthsoccer.org.
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