2026 Summer Camp: Session III

UMass Amherst's 2026 Summer Camp: Session III is a five-day day clinic for male youth soccer players, running July 5–9, 2026, in Amherst, Massachusetts. The camp is open to players of all ability levels and includes meals at the UMass dining commons, a camp t-shirt, and flexible drop-off and pick-up windows. This is a skills and development clinic rather than a college recruiting ID camp.

This camp is designed for young soccer players exploring the sport in a college environment, not for high school recruits pursuing Division 1 scholarships. The absence of age and graduation-year ranges in the listing—combined with the description's emphasis on "young players" and "all ability levels"—suggests the camp targets middle school and early high school players in a developmental, recreational context. No head coach evaluation occurs at this event.

Families should know that this is fundamentally a summer skills clinic hosted at a Division 1 program, not a recruiting platform. The head coach does not attend, meaning player development and camp instruction are the primary focus, not roster evaluation. The five-day format does provide consecutive training sessions and a chance to experience a college campus and facilities. Cost details are not listed; families should contact UMass directly for pricing before registering.

This camp makes sense for families seeking a structured summer training experience at a college venue for a younger or developing player. Families with high school recruits actively pursuing Division 1 recruiting should look elsewhere; this event is not a recruiting venue. Confirm the cost and age eligibility directly with the program before committing.