Seattle, WA Boys Lacrosse Summer Camp
University of Washington, 1410 NE Campus Pkwy, Seattle, WA 98195
CAMP DATES
Session 1: June 22 – 25, 2025
Session 2: July 13 – 16, 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: $829
Extended Day: $669
* Team Discounts Available:
Please email [email protected] for any team discounts requests.
OVERVIEW
GameBreaker Lacrosse Camps returns to the University of Washington in Seattle for an exciting boys’ 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
Longtime lacrosse coach Tom Carmean joined the Keene State College Lacrosse program ahead of the 2019 season. The former head coach at Amherst College and Guilford College, Carmean brings 19 years of head coaching experience, and a career as a collegiate standout and professional player to the GameBreaker Lacrosse Camps.
Carmean spent 11 years as head coach of Amherst, leading the team to an 82-76 record. Amherst earned 10 men’s lacrosse All-America honors and 14 All-NESCAC First Team selections during Carmean’s time, as well as two Conference Player of the Year awards. Notably, his nationally ranked 2004 squad featured a conference-high six All-NESCAC selections and the Rookie of the Year.
In 2010, Carmean moved to Guilford College (N.C.), where he developed 16 All-Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC) selections, including two-time pick Adam Fiore. Fiore graduated in 2016 ranked third in school history with 212 career points, a 3.93 points per game average. Carmean was a three-time All-America selection at the University of Massachusetts and an 11-year veteran of professional lacrosse. During a standout collegiate playing career he was recognized as one of the top attackers in the nation, twice leading the Minutemen to the NCAA Quarterfinals.
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 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
- 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.
CAMP SCHEDULE AND MEALS
All Campers: Check-in between 12 PM and 1 PM on the first day of camp. Pick-up is between 11 AM and 12 PM on the last day.
Extended Day Campers:
- Check-in: 12 PM to 1 PM on the first day and 9 AM on all other days.
- 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 |
| 9:00am: | Extended Day Campers Arrive at the Field |
| 9:15am: | Warm Up/Stretch |
| 9:30am: | First Session – Individual Skill Work |
| 11:15am: | First Session Ends |
| 12pm: | Lunch |
| 2pm: | Second Session – Team Concepts |
| 3pm: | Team-Based Games and Scrimmages |
| 4pm: | Free Time, Back to Dorms |
| 5pm: | Dinner |
| 6pm: | Positional Training, Small Sided Games 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
*Campers ARE REQUIRED to bring their own equipment*
- Health Form
- Lacrosse Stick, Helmet, Elbow Pads, Shoulder Pads
- 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
- Portable Fan (Dorms are NOT Air Conditioned
- Bathing Suit / Towel (swimming not confirmed or guaranteed at all locations)
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.
CAMP REVIEWS
“Staying overnight at UW is the best part of my summer! The coaches are always the best and lacrosse is really fun. But my favorite part is the dorms, it is fun meeting new friends and also playing ping pong, pool and watching tv during freetime!”
Alex N.
“I was hesitant about sending my son to overnight camp, but it was the best decision. The facilities were immaculate, counselors/coaches were attentive, and his face-off percentage improved dramatically.”
Michelle M.
“My initially nervous son called after the first day absolutely loving camp! The welcoming atmosphere, comfortable accommodations, and structured schedule kept him engaged. His cradling technique improved dramatically, and the evening game competitions with prizes motivated everyone.”
Greg P.
