University of Akron - Nike Boys College ID Soccer Camp

The University of Akron Nike Boys College ID Soccer Camp is a two-day, day-format ID camp held July 11–12, 2026, in Akron, Ohio. The camp targets boys ages 13–19 and costs $299. It is hosted by Head Coach Jared Embick and his staff at a Division 1 program.

This camp is designed for younger players exploring college-level soccer and for mid-range high school recruits interested in a mid-major D1 program. The age range of 13–19 signals that the camp welcomes early-exposure participants (rising 9th graders) alongside juniors and seniors pursuing offers. Akron competes in Division 1, but without confirmed recent NCAA tournament appearances or elite-tier designation in the data, this is a realistic fit for players with solid club experience and genuine D1 aspirations who are not yet targeting only top-25 national programs.

One important note: the head coach does not attend this camp—it is run by assistant staff. That means there is no guarantee of direct evaluation by decision-making leadership. The two-day format provides more film and training time than a single-day clinic, but without overnight lodging, coaching contact outside of scheduled sessions will be limited. At $299, the camp is reasonably priced for a two-day D1 event. No recent reviews are available to assess camp quality or player feedback. Families should go in understanding that assistant coaching staff will lead evaluation, and that a two-day day camp is a lower-intensity recruiting touchpoint than a residential or head-coach-led event.

This camp works best for 14–17-year-old players who want exposure to a legitimate D1 program without the cost or intensity of elite national showcases, and for younger players building their club résumé. Families with recruits narrowly focused on Power 5 or top-25 programs may find their resources better spent elsewhere. No registration deadline is listed, so families should check the school's website directly before planning.