Residential Camp

St. Mary's University's Residential Camp is a four-day overnight clinic for girls in grades 4–12, held June 18–21, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas. The camp costs $630 and combines on-field training with dormitory housing. It is hosted by an NAIA program competing in the Lone Star Conference.

This camp is designed as a development and exposure event for a broad age range rather than a competitive recruiting venue. The grade 4–12 span means it serves recreational players, competitive club athletes, and high school recruits in a single session. Families exploring NAIA women's soccer should understand that NAIA programs operate differently from NCAA Division I and III—recruiting timelines, scholarship availability, and roster-building practices vary. This camp offers an introduction to college training and campus life but is not a high-pressure recruiting evaluation.

Prospective attendees should note that the head coach does not attend this camp, which means evaluation is limited and informal. The overnight format does provide extended exposure to the program and coaching staff across four days, which is more contact time than a single-day clinic allows. At $630, this is a premium price point for a non-recruiting development camp; families should budget accordingly. No prior reviews are available to gauge attendee experience or coaching quality. Bring realistic expectations about what a multi-age, non-selective clinic can deliver in terms of individual attention and competitive assessment.

This camp works best for families interested in casual exposure to college soccer training and campus experience, particularly those with daughters in middle school or early high school exploring their options without immediate recruiting pressure. High school players with serious D1 or D3 ambitions should prioritize camps hosted by programs in their target division. Registration deadline information is not yet posted, so check the camp organizer's website for updates as the spring deadline approaches.