Tampa, FL 2025 Girls Lacrosse Summer Camp
University of South Florida, 4202 E Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL 33620
CAMP DATES
June 16 – 19, 2025
Overnight & Extended Day Only
AGE GROUP
GameBreaker Lacrosse Camp is open to campers ages 8 to 16 of all ability levels.
CAMP FEES
Overnight Camp: $699
Extended Day: $499
* Team Discounts Available:
Please email [email protected] for any team discounts requests.
OVERVIEW
GameBreaker Lacrosse Camps returns to University of South Florida in Tampa, FL, for an exciting girls’ summer lacrosse camp. This camp offers top-notch facilities, including comfortable dormitories, an all-you-can-eat dining hall, and multiple fields with both grass and or turf surfaces. Campers will focus on improving individual stick skills and positional techniques, learning team concepts, and participating in daily scrimmages to apply what they’ve learned. Both overnight and extended day camper options are available, making it flexible for participants. With excellent training, great amenities, and an engaging environment, this camp is the perfect opportunity for young athletes to enhance their lacrosse skills and have a memorable summer experience.
Camp Director
Aricka is currently the associate athletic director and girls lacrosse coach at All Saints Academy in Florida. Before Coach Ward had gone to All Saints Academy she coached at Florida Southern College and the University of South Florida.
Ward played women’s lacrosse at Limestone College (S.C.) and was a member of two NCAA Division II semifinal teams in 2006 & 2008. Aricka was a key member of the Limestone team and she helped propel them to a 60-15 record over her four-year career.
Following her collegiate career, she was named head women’s lacrosse coach at Ridge View High School in her home town of Columbia, S.C., and took her team to the state tournament for the first time in five years. She then went on to work as an Assistant Lacrosse Coach with the University of South Florida’s women’s club team before heading to FSC.
What to Expect
At GameBreaker Lacrosse Camps, every player can expect positional training through a well-rounded curriculum tailored to all ages and ability levels. The camp’s primary goal is to help young athletes improve in all aspects of their game. With a strong focus on individual skill development, campers will also engage in drills and matches designed to enhance teamwork and game understanding.
Key features of the camp include a low camper-to-coach ratio for personalized attention, groupings based on age and skill level to ensure appropriate challenges, and a fun, energetic, and experienced coaching staff dedicated to creating a positive learning environment.
CAMP HIGHLIGHTS & TAKEAWAYS
Each camper will:
- Skill Development: Enhance technical skills and tactical knowledge through focused training sessions.
- Exciting Competitions: Participate in camp games with opportunities to win prizes.
- Experienced Coaching Staff: Energetic, knowledgeable coaches with a low camper-to-coach ratio for personalized attention.
- Age & Skill-Level Groups: Campers are grouped appropriately to ensure optimal learning and challenge.
- Team Development: Drills and scrimmages designed to enhance teamwork and strategic gameplay.
- Unforgettable Fun: Enjoy a positive, engaging environment designed to make learning enjoyable and rewarding!
DAILY SKILLS BREAKDOWN
Individual & Group Stick Work
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Engage in dynamic warm-ups to prepare for each session
- Specialized stick routines involving targeted fundamental drills
Position Specific Training
- Participate in drills tailored for attack, midfield, and defensive players, focusing on position-specific techniques and strategies
Situational Game Play
- Player up & down game play
- Fast Breaks
- Groundballs and clears
- Small Sided Games
Game-Based Learning
- Compete in scrimmages, camp championships, 6s style games and 7v7 games to test and showcase skills in a competitive yet supportive environment.
CHECK IN & CHECK OUT
All Campers: Check-in between 12 PM – 1 PM on the first day of camp. Pick-up is between 11 AM – 12 PM on the last day of camp.
Extended Day Campers:
- Check-in: 12 PM – 1 PM the first day, 9 AM every other day.
- Pick-up: 8:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday; between 11 AM and 12 PM on Thursday.
Meals Provided:
- Overnight Campers: All meals included (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
- Extended Day Campers: Lunch and dinner are provided
- The first meal is dinner on the first day, and the last meal is breakfast on the last day.
Make sure campers bring all necessary lacrosse equipment, a refillable water bottle, & suggested items in the camp packing list. NO EQUIPMENT WILL BE PROVIDED
Lacrosse Typical Daily Schedule*
7am: | Wake Up |
7:30am: | Breakfast |
8:45am: | Extended Day Campers Arrive at the Field |
9am: | Warm Up/Stretch |
9:30am: | First Session – Skill Work |
11:15am: | First Session Ends |
12pm: | Lunch |
2pm: | Second Session – Position-Specific Training, Small Sided Games |
3pm: | Team-Based Games and Scrimmages |
4pm: | Free Time, Back to Dorms |
5pm: | Dinner |
6pm: | Team Concepts, Scrimmages, or Evening Activity |
8pm: | Extended Day Campers Depart; Dorm Games, Evening Meeting, Social Time for Overnight Campers (all evening activities vary based on camp location) |
10:30pm: | Lights out |
*Schedule is subject to change
What to Bring to Camp
Below is a list of items to bring to camp. We suggest that campers do not bring expensive personal items such as cameras, iPods/iPads, etc. Please label every article you bring to camp. All items will be the responsibility of the camper. GameBreaker Lacrosse and its camp staff are not responsible for lost, stolen or forgotten items.
*Campers ARE REQUIRED to bring their own equipment*
- Health Form
- Lacrosse Stick, Goggles
- Cleats, sneakers
- Mouthguard
- Water Bottle
- T-Shirts
- Shorts
- Sweatshirt
- Off-Field Clothes
- Bedding Linens
- Pajamas
- Blanket/Sleeping Bag
- Pillow
- Shower Towel
- Toiletries
- Alarm Clock
- Sunscreen, Bugspray
- Portable Fan (Dorms are NOT Air Conditioned)
- Bathing Suit / Towel (swimming not confirmed or guaranteed at all locations)
CAMP REVIEWS
“My daughter has been coming to camp for a few years and each time she has more fun than the last. GameBreaker puts on a great camp, and keeps finding different ways to make sure everyone has a great time.”
Sandra B. – Parent..