The University of Maine at Fort Kent (UMFK) Athletic Department has opened registration for two sessions of its annual Bengal Overnight Soccer Camps this summer. The residential programs are open to students entering grades six through 12 and will be held June 28 through July 2 and July 19 through July 23.
The camps offer an immersive experience where participants stay in UMFK residence halls and train on the Michael Simon Soccer Field. The curriculum is designed to improve skill levels for all players through a mix of individual technique, ball mastery, and team concepts in a supportive learning environment.
Instruction is provided by UMFK coaching staff and players. The training schedule includes rondos, small-sided games, and full scrimmages intended to build vision, quick decision-making, and positional understanding.
In addition to field work, the program incorporates holistic athlete development. Participants will engage in yoga for recovery, strength and flexibility training, and education on nutrition and hydration. Players aged 14 and older will also attend a specialized session on how to create a college recruitment video and participate in game film analysis.
The cost is $595 per camper, which includes a $100 non-refundable deposit due at the time of registration.
Interested families can register online. For additional information, contact Dru Bogden at (207) 834-7805 or via email at steven.bogden@maine.edu.