Santa Clara Soccer Academy 2026 College ID Camp - Summer #1

Santa Clara University's 2026 College ID Camp is a two-day, daytime recruiting event for male soccer players, held June 21–22 in Santa Clara, California. The camp runs 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. both days and accommodates field players and goalkeepers separately. Registration costs $400 flat. This is a Division I West Coast Conference program with a strong competitive tier and selective academic profile.

This camp targets rising high school juniors and seniors (ages 15–19) with legitimate Division I ambitions, particularly those interested in West Coast schools. Santa Clara is a well-regarded D1 program, and the West Coast Conference includes several academically selective institutions. Families exploring fit at a strong D1 school in a major conference—rather than chasing elite national powerhouses—will find this a relevant venue. The small, private religious character of the university means academic fit is part of the evaluation equation here, not just soccer skill.

Recruits should know that the head coach does not attend this camp, which means evaluation is handled by assistant staff rather than the program's top decision-maker. A two-day format does provide more observation time than a single-day clinic and allows for meaningful skill development across both sessions. The $400 cost is reasonable for a two-day D1 ID camp but reflects a commitment of both money and full days of time. No prior reviews are available for this specific camp, so families may want to reach out directly to the program if they have questions about coaching staff involvement, the specific skill focus, or competitive level of participants.

This camp is a solid fit for families seriously exploring D1 soccer at a West Coast Conference school with academic expectations, provided their player has shown club or high school performance consistent with that level. Families targeting either much higher-tier D1 programs (with head coach presence) or exploring broader geographic options should weigh whether this camp's location and specific program fit justify the cost and time commitment. No registration deadline is posted, so interested families should contact Santa Clara directly to confirm spots are still available.