PPA Mass 1

PPA Mass 1 is a three-day men's ID camp hosted by Peak Performance Soccer Academy at Amherst College in Amherst, Massachusetts, running June 26–28, 2026. The camp is day-based, though on-campus lodging and meals are available for families who choose them. This is a multi-division recruiting event, meaning coaches from D1, D2, D3, and possibly NAIA programs will be present.

This camp is designed for male recruits across the recruiting spectrum—from rising seniors seriously exploring D1 options down to younger players getting early exposure to college soccer environments. Because it's multi-division and hosted by an academy rather than a single school's program, it functions as a broad exposure event where recruits see how they compare against a mixed-level pool. It's a reasonable fit for players evaluating where they belong competitively, though families should know that a multi-division format means less intensive focus on any one level than a single-school camp would provide.

One important note: the head coach at Amherst does not attend this event, so while coaches from various schools will be on site, evaluation is not backed by the host institution's direct recruiting buy-in. The three-day format gives recruits more training and observation time than a single-day clinic, which can be useful for demonstrating consistency. The option to stay on campus overnight allows for easier logistics and informal peer interaction, though it doesn't replace the direct access to coaches you'd get at overnight team camps. No cost or age-range details are available, so contact the organizers directly to confirm whether your recruit's graduation year fits the intended participant range.

This camp works best for families seeking broad exposure across multiple college divisions without committing to a single school's intensive evaluation process. Skip it if your recruit has already narrowed his recruiting focus to a specific division or if he's looking for direct evaluation by a particular program's coaching staff. Check with Peak Performance Soccer Academy early for registration deadlines and lodging costs, as June 2026 availability at on-campus housing may fill quickly.