Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Questions

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How are the coaches selected?
Every year we turn down nearly a hundred applications from coaches around the world. Our staff is composed of college coaches and players and pro players who are recommended by current or former staff. They are all experienced coaches with outstanding playing and coaching credentials. Most are teachers who have extensive background checks by their state department of education. All the other staff are checked by the camp.
How long are the sessions?
Each sessions starts on Sunday afternoon and ends on Friday afternoon. Check your confirmation letter for exact times.
What happens each day?
Boarding campers start each day with breakfast. The first training session begins around 9 AM. It ends around 11AM. After some free time, lunch is around noon with the afternoon training from 2-4 PM. Dinner is usually at 5:30 with and evening game to follow. For the boarders there are evening activities and a snack before bedtime. Each session varies due to the facility and the age of the campers.
What happens after I enroll?
You will get a confirmation letter either by email (if you enrolled online) or through the mail. That letter has all the information you will need. It includes a clothing list, map to the camp, and check in and out times. SAVE IT!
What do the goalkeepers do?
The keepers train twice a day together. Their training is specific to goalkeepers and totally different than the practice field players get. Goalkeepers then split up and scrimmage with the field players in the evening games. You can't train as a keeper and field player during the same week.
Can I have the roommate of my choice?
Yes, if you two request each other and understand that there are separate dorms for boys and girls. It does get impossible when five campers all want the same person in their room. We will try to put you near your friends. The dorms are also split by age so campers of similar ages are on the same floor.
Who looks out for me in the dorms if I need some help?
There are adult counselors on each floor only steps away from your room. Also the camp coaches live in the dorm so there are plenty of adults around.
How are training groups selected?
On Sunday afternoon we divide the camp by boys and girls and by age. The coaches do an evaluation to help put you in a group of players about your age and ability. Any questions about the groups will be answered by the Director. If you came with a team, you will stay together to train, except your keeper who will practice with the other keepers during the day and scrimmage with you at night.
If I have questions during the camp, whom do I see?
Any of the coaches and counselors will be glad to help you. You can also go to the Director who will make every effort to help.
Can I eat anything I want at meals?
Yes, with few exceptions; no sodas at breakfast for example. You are the one who will get VERY sick if you do not eat a balanced diet during the course of the week. You will need protein, carbohydrates, and a lot of water to perform at a high level. This is your chance to show some maturity by choosing those foods that are good and good for you. If you have questions, ask any of the coaches.
Is there really a written evaluation?
Yes. At the end of the week you will sit down with your coach who will give you a personalized written evaluation. This evaluation lists your skills and makes suggestions on how to improve for the next season. Expect that the coaches will be honest so you can become a better player.
Have campers become good players?
Some of our campers have gone on to the highest levels like the US Men's World Cup Team. Grads have played for five MLS teams and been college All Americans. How far you go depends on the effort and dedication you show to become one of those players. We are still waiting for a camper to become a US Women's National Team Player. Will that be you?
Can parents eat meals with their kids?
Visiting parents can eat with the campers but they will need to check with the cafeteria staff to pay for their own meals.
Can parents visit during the camp week?
Some parents visit their children during the week. If you visit, make sure to check with a camp staff member to let someone know that you are on the campus. The staff person can tell you where the campers are on campus at any given time. After dark, visitors will be stopped by campus security and will have to show identification.
Can campers call home and can I call my son or daughter?
Some of the campers will come with cell phones. Campers are free to use them at any time. There will be a hassle if campers keep others awake after lights out by using their phones. Each camp is slightly different on phone availability, so check for your camp.
- California: There is a phone in each room. The phone's number (805) 565-xxxx is listed under the handle. Campers can receive calls in directly to that number. Calling card and collect calls can be made out. You will receive a paper at check in that will give you the phone number on campus to leave messages for campers.
- Arizona: There are phones available in each dorm for campers to make calling card or collect calls home. At check in, you will receive the phone number for the Head Counselor. If you need to reach a camper or a counselor, you can leave a message for them. You will get a call back as soon as possible.

Phone: (805) 898-0276 • E-mail: soccer@silcom.com


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	Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Questions How are the coaches selected? How long are the sessions? What happens each day? What happens after I enroll? What do the goalkeepers do? Can I have the roommate of my choice? Who looks out for me in the dorms if I need some help? How are training groups selected? If I have questions during the camp, whom do I see? Can I eat anything I want at meals? Is there really a written evaluation? Have campers become good players? Can parents eat meals with their kids? Can parents visit during the camp week? Can campers call home and can I call my son or daughter? Answers How are the coaches selected? Every year we turn down nearly a hundred applications from coaches around the world. Our staff is composed of college coaches and players and pro players who are recommended by current or former staff. They are all experienced coaches with outstanding playing and coaching credentials. Most are teachers who have extensive background checks by their state department of education. All the other staff are checked by the camp. How long are the sessions? Each sessions starts on Sunday afternoon and ends on Friday afternoon. Check your confirmation letter for exact times. What happens each day? Boarding campers start each day with breakfast. The first training session begins around 9 AM. It ends around 11AM. After some free time, lunch is around noon with the afternoon training from 2-4 PM. Dinner is usually at 5:30 with and evening game to follow. For the boarders there are evening activities and a snack before bedtime. Each session varies due to the facility and the age of the campers. What happens after I enroll? You will get a confirmation letter either by email (if you enrolled online) or through the mail. That letter has all the information you will need. It includes a clothing list, map to the camp, and check in and out times. SAVE IT! What do the goalkeepers do? The keepers train twice a day together. Their training is specific to goalkeepers and totally different than the practice field players get. Goalkeepers then split up and scrimmage with the field players in the evening games. You can't train as a keeper and field player during the same week. Can I have the roommate of my choice? Yes, if you two request each other and understand that there are separate dorms for boys and girls. It does get impossible when five campers all want the same person in their room. We will try to put you near your friends. The dorms are also split by age so campers of similar ages are on the same floor. Who looks out for me in the dorms if I need some help? There are adult counselors on each floor only steps away from your room. Also the camp coaches live in the dorm so there are plenty of adults around. How are training groups selected? On Sunday afternoon we divide the camp by boys and girls and by age. The coaches do an evaluation to help put you in a group of players about your age and ability. Any questions about the groups will be answered by the Director. If you came with a team, you will stay together to train, except your keeper who will practice with the other keepers during the day and scrimmage with you at night. If I have questions during the camp, whom do I see? Any of the coaches and counselors will be glad to help you. You can also go to the Director who will make every effort to help. Can I eat anything I want at meals? Yes, with few exceptions; no sodas at breakfast for example. You are the one who will get VERY sick if you do not eat a balanced diet during the course of the week. You will need protein, carbohydrates, and a lot of water to perform at a high level. This is your chance to show some maturity by choosing those foods that are good and good for you. If you have questions, ask any of the coaches. Is there really a written evaluation? Yes. At the end of the week you will sit down with your coach who will give you a personalized written evaluation. This evaluation lists your skills and makes suggestions on how to improve for the next season. Expect that the coaches will be honest so you can become a better player. Have campers become good players? Some of our campers have gone on to the highest levels like the US Men's World Cup Team. Grads have played for five MLS teams and been college All Americans. How far you go depends on the effort and dedication you show to become one of those players. We are still waiting for a camper to become a US Women's National Team Player. Will that be you? Can parents eat meals with their kids? Visiting parents can eat with the campers but they will need to check with the cafeteria staff to pay for their own meals. Can parents visit during the camp week? Some parents visit their children during the week. If you visit, make sure to check with a camp staff member to let someone know that you are on the campus. The staff person can tell you where the campers are on campus at any given time. After dark, visitors will be stopped by campus security and will have to show identification. Can campers call home and can I call my son or daughter? Some of the campers will come with cell phones. Campers are free to use them at any time. There will be a hassle if campers keep others awake after lights out by using their phones. Each camp is slightly different on phone availability, so check for your camp. California: There is a phone in each room. The phone's number (805) 565-xxxx is listed under the handle. Campers can receive calls in directly to that number. Calling card and collect calls can be made out. You will receive a paper at check in that will give you the phone number on campus to leave messages for campers. Arizona: There are phones available in each dorm for campers to make calling card or collect calls home. At check in, you will receive the phone number for the Head Counselor. If you need to reach a camper or a counselor, you can leave a message for them. You will get a call back as soon as possible. Phone: (805) 898-0276 • E-mail: soccer@silcom.com

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