CT Boys Lacrosse & Leadership Camp
Hotchkiss School, 11 Interlaken Road, Lakeville, CT 06039
CAMP DATES
July 20 – 24, 2025
Overnight & Extended Day Only
AGE GROUP
Lacrosse & Leadership Camp is open to campers ages 10 to 16.
CAMP FEES
Overnight Camp: $1049
Extended Day: $899
* Team Discounts Available:
Please email [email protected] for any team discounts requests.
OVERVIEW
Campers will enjoy the Hotchkiss School lacrosse fields, beautiful scenery, and on-site lake featuring a number of fun activities. The waterfront area features a dock, stand-up paddle boards, kayaks, canoes, and more! In addition to cooling off in the lake water, campers will take part in daily leadership activities, seminars, and a camp talent show!
Camp is open to boys ages 10 to 16 at all ability levels. Each camper will be assessed and grouped with campers of similar age and ability levels. Adjustments to the groups may be made throughout the week to provide campers with opportunities to train with and compete against different players. Drills and games are designed to help each camper learn, improve, and have fun!
Camp Director
Bill Rexford, a member of the Oregon Lacrosse Hall of Fame, started the first boys team in the state of Oregon and coached Glencoe High School to the state championship in just his third year. In 1997, Bill started another program at Century high school and coached them to state playoffs in their second year. From 1999-2002 he took over the head coaching job at Rye Country Day School. During this time, he was named Fairchester Coach of the Year by his peers. It was then back to Oregon, this time the High Desert, where he started one more program in Sisters Or. Bill oversaw a k-12 program with 200+ participants while capturing 100+ wins. In 2014, Bill earned US Lacrosse Oregon “Man of the Year” award for the positive impact he had on countless athletes through the state of Oregon. In addition to this award, Bill was also honored with two additional accolades, the National “Spirit of Sport Award” and the “Coach of the Year” for the High Desert Lacrosse League and most recently inducted into the US Lacrosse Hall of Fame for the Oregon Chapter. Bill now resides in Redding, CT and heads up the Wooster School boys lacrosse program, which are Western New England Division III Champions for 2016 and 2017. He was inducted into the Staples Hall of Fame in 2022. When Bill is not coaching he is often found on the field at men’s league games and tournaments playing the sport he loves, lacrosse!
What to Expect
At Lacrosse and Leadership Camps, our child can expect to receive individualized lacrosse training and a superior curriculum — regardless of his age or ability level. The team at Lax & Leadership Camps want young lacrosse players to improve in every aspect of their game. This is why our camp directors focus on individual skill development while incorporating drills, scrimmages, and leadership skills that emphasize teamwork.
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
- 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
- Unsettled game play
- Fast breaks
- Groundballs and clears
- Small Sided Games
Game-Based Learning
- Compete in scrimmages, camp championships, and 6v6 games to test and showcase skills in a competitive yet supportive environment.
CHECK IN & CHECK OUT
All Campers: Check-in between 2 PM – 3 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: 2PM – 3PM the first day, 9 AM every other day.
- Pick-up: 8:30 PM on Sunday, 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: | Outdoor games, lake activities, paddle boarding, yoga |
| 3pm: | Leadership activity, small group activities |
| 4pm: | Free Time, Back to Dorms |
| 5pm: | Dinner |
| 6pm: | Team Concepts, Scrimmages, or Evening Activity |
| 8pm: | Extended Day Campers Depart; Evening leadership activities, camper reflections, fun camp games, talent show |
| 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, Elbow Pads, Shoulder Pads, Helmet
- 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
- Yoga Mat
- Journal
- Pen & Pencil
CAMP REVIEWS
“Great experience for our son. The camp was well planned and organized by your staff. He not only seemed to improve his lacrosse skills but also had a great time during his week there.”
Laura W – Mom.
