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Welcome to the Nike Junior Golf Camp at Villanova University! Just outside of Philadelphia, Head Coach, James Wilkes, is excited to offer this immersive overnight program for campers, ages 12-18, to improve their skills.

OVERNIGHT CAMP

Nike Junior Golf Camps at Villanova University offers a comprehensive three-night, four-day overnight (Sunday-Wednesday) experience for players of all skill levels, ages 12-18. This residential option includes golf instruction, course play, meals, housing and evening activities. Campers are housed in the campus dorms and are supervised by our staff of instructors and residential counselors. Counselors will live in the dorms on the same floors as the students.

*Per university request, it is highly recommended that all campers are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and have a least one booster shot.

Highlights Include

Small group instruction with low student to instructor ratio
Supervised, daily course play with the camp staff
Camper amenity package including a Nike hat, drawstring bag, one dozen SRIXON golf balls, camp workbook and graduation certificate
Overnight accommodations at beautiful Villanova University
Safe, healthy, and fun learning environment
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Head Men's Golf Coach, Villanova University James Wilkes

James Wilkes returns to Villanova for his fifteenth season with the program and fourteenth as Head Coach in 2021-22.
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James Wilkes returns to Villanova for his fourteenth season with the program and thirteen as Head Coach in 2021-22. Wilkes spent two seasons as the first assistant when he was responsible for short game instruction, fitness and scheduling and was promoted to Head Coach in February 2011.

Wilkes pushed the Wildcats to unprecedented success in his first two season's as head coach. In 2012-13, Wilkes led the Wildcats to two team championships at the Lehigh Invitational and the Yale Spring Invitational which marked the third team championship for the Wildcats under Wilkes' tenure. Villanova recorded six top-5 team finishes during the season and ten top-10 team finishes on the year while Michael Kania claimed the individual championship at the Lehigh Invitational in October. Under Wilkes' tutelage, Kania exploded for a standout senior season where he was named to the 2013 All-BIG EAST Team, chosen as the 2012-13 Philadelphia Inquirer Men's Golf Academic All-Area Performer of the Year, named the 2012-13 American Eagle Outfitters Male Institutional Scholar-Athlete of the Year and the 2012-13 Villanova Senior Male Student-Athlete of the Year amongst numerous other accolades.

Additionally, Wilkes annually hosts the highly anticipated Wildcat Invitational at White Manor Country Club, bringing some of the best collegiate golf action to the Main Line.

In 2011-12, Wilkes guided Michael Kania to an individual tournament championship at the Pinehurst Intercollegiate in Pinehurst, N.C. and mentored the team to a third-place finish at the BIG EAST Championship in Reunion, Fl.

Deciding to follow his love for the game, Wilkes began his career as a club professional in 1998. He has served as an assistant golf professional at Twining Valley Golf and Fitness Club and has also worked at the PGA National Golf Resort and Blue Bell Country Club where he spent four seasons as head golf professional.

Wilkes has also been involved with numerous junior golf programs at LuLu, Blue Bell, and Twining Valley golf clubs and worked as an instructor for the local LPGA chapters as well as the Kids on the Hill charity. In 2001, Wilkes' contributions to the community were recognized as he was honored with the prestigious Brosius Award in 2001 for his involvement with community service. Wilkes was also named one of the Top 50 Kids Teachers by US Kids Golf in 2010, 2011 and 2012, and named a Master Kids Teacher in 2013.

Currently, Wilkes is an elected member of the Professional Golf Association of America and is on the golf professional staff at LuLu Country Club in Glenside, PA.

In addition to his numerous contributions to the game, Wilkes also serves as director of the local US Kids Golf Tour. He has also been a tour director for several regional and world U.S. Kids Golf Championships. In recognition of his area contributions, the PGA Philadelphia Chapter honored Wilkes with the Junior Golf Leader award in both 2009 and 2010.

Wilkes, a 1996 Villanova alum, was elected as a member of the Alpha Epsilon Delta Honor Society during his years as a student. After receiving his degree in Biology, Wilkes began his career as a lab technician at a pharmaceutical plant in Horsham, PA., where he specialized in carbohydrate chemistry.

Wilkes resides in North Wales, PA. and has a son enrolled as a Graduate Assistant at The Pennsylvania State University.

Whether you are a beginner, intermediate or advanced level golfer, our world-class instruction and coaching provides junior golfers with the necessary skills to compete and win. These camps offer training and real competition scenarios that develop every part of your game. During the week, campers work on short game, putting, approach shots, course management, and will test their new skills in weekly competitions and 18-hole tournaments.

SECURE YOUR SPOT!

*Please Note: This camp SOLD OUT in 2023.* You can expect high demand on these first-come-first-serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early.

2024 OVERVIEW

Dates: June 16-19, June 23-26
Age Group: 12-18
Gender: Co-ed
Camp Type: Overnight & Extended Day
Schedule:
- Overnight: Sunday - Wednesday
- Extended Day: Sunday - Wednesday
  - Sunday: 1:30pm - 9:00pm
  - Monday - Tuesday: 8:00am - 8:00pm
  - Wednesday: 8:00am - 1:00pm
Check-In: Check-in for ALL campers occurs on Sunday at 1:30pm at Residence Hall (TBD) on campus. Please come dressed and ready to play as the afternoon golf session begins immediately following check-in and orientation.
Check-out: The closing ceremony occurs at 1:00pm on Wednesday at Villanova University and check-out is to follow at Residence Hall (TBD).
Meals: Overnight campers will receive all meals during camp (breakfast, lunch, dinner). Extended Day campers will receive lunch and dinner.
Program: The All Abilities program is designed to improve the fundamental skills needed for golf including putting, chipping, bunker play, and full-swing. On the first day of camp, all participants will be evaluated by the instructors and placed into groups based on age and ability level in various individual, small group and full group settings.

Please note: Camp schedules and details may be subject to change.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?

Instruction: Morning instruction and afternoon course play at a rotation of golf courses.
Meals: Overnight campers will receive all meals during camp (breakfast, lunch, dinner). Extended Day campers will receive lunch and dinner.
Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours.
Camper Amenity Package: Campers will receive an amenity package including a Nike hat, drawstring bag, SRIXON golf balls, camp workbook, and graduation certificate.

INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY

Ratio: 1:8 staff-to-camper ratio.
Groupings: Campers are grouped by age, ability, and experience.
Equipment Needed: Players should supply their own golf clubs, glove, golf balls, and tees.
Facilities: Linfield National Golf Club, Waltz Golf Farm, and additional facilities to be added at a later date.
Medical Protocol: Camp will have on-site staff to help with illness or injury. In case of an emergency, campers will be transported to the nearest hospital.
Housing:
- Dorm: Residence Hall (TBD)
- Campers Per Room: Campers will be housed in double rooms.
- Roommates: Rooms are assigned by age & roommate requests. Roommate requests must be received no later than 14 days before the start of camp. If you don't have a roommate request, you will be placed in a room with someone near your age. It will be a great opportunity to meet someone new!
- Linens: Not included. Bring linens or sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase, and a towel.
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Key Deposit: Please bring a $75 check for room key deposit, made payable to “US Sports”. Checks will be returned after the key card is turned in on the last day of camp. Wildcards are disposable and do not need to be returned following camp. However, if the card is lost during camp there is a $10 replacement fee

*Staff members reside in campers’ quarters and participate in all activities.

PREPARE FOR CAMP: COMPLETE YOUR PRE-CAMP CHECKLIST

To view your customer account, complete your mandatory forms, pay balance dues, and review important camp information, visit Pre-Camp Checklist. All necessary camp information is on this page. If there are any imperative changes prior to camp start, registered campers will be notified via email and this webpage will be updated!

CHECKLIST OF THINGS TO BRING

Below is a suggested list of clothes, equipment, and personal items. US Sports Camps, Villanova University and the golf facilities being used are NOT responsible for lost or stolen articles or money.

Golf clubs
Golf Balls/tees/glove
Golf shoes or tennis/athletic shoes
Athletic clothing (t-shirts, shorts)
5-6 collared shirts (recommended)
4-6 golf appropriate shorts/pants
6-8 pairs of socks
Casual clothes
Sweatshirt/warm up jacket and pants
Raingear and/or umbrella
Toilet/personal items
Insect repellent
Laundry bag
Water bottle*
Sunscreen**
Hat/visor (Campers receive Nike hat with amenity package)
Snacks (optional)
COVID PPE (as required by state/local guidelines)
Signed Health & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)

TRANSPORTATION

Nike Junior Golf Camps does not provide ground transportation from airports, train stations or bus stations. Parents/guardians are fully responsible for getting campers to and from camp check-in/out. If you have a child flying to camp, please visit the Philadelphia International Airport website for information on ground service to and from campus. Transportation will be providing for all campers during camp ONLY.

COMPANY POLICIES

For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.

NIKE JUNIOR GOLF CAMP FAQ

For general questions about our golf camps please see our FAQ page.

This camp is open to any and all entrants (limited only by number, age, grade level, and/or gender).

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SAMPLE SCHEDULE

Please note: Camp schedules may be subject to change.

Sample Daily Schedule

7:30am Wake-up/breakfast
8:30am Depart for golf course
9:30am Morning drills
12:00pm Lunch
1:30pm On-course instruction
6:45pm Transport back to Residential Campus
7:15pm Dinner
8:00pm Evening Activities
10:15pm Curfew

Nike Junior Golf Camps Villanova University

VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY

As a golf student, you get to experience campus life at Villanova. From meeting a new roommate to enjoying the beautiful campus to eating in the dining halls, campers get a taste of what life as a college student is really like. The modern facilities, air conditioned dorms, snack shops, WiFi and state-of-the-art athletic spaces create a very comfortable setting.

You’ll live in a recently renovated, air-conditioned dormitory. Centrally located, it’s within steps of the dining center, bookstore, coffee shops and movie theater. Most of the rooms are spacious doubles and complete with beds, desks, chairs and dressers. Each wing of the dorm has bathrooms you’ll share with your dorm mates. Plus, spacious lounges in the dorms are a great place to hang out with friends.

LINFIELD NATIONAL

Linfield National Golf Club is a traditional course with a staff that takes the utmost pride in the quality of golf experience found on our grounds. We are the backbone of the Linfield, Pennsylvania golf community, featuring a top-tier layout, gorgeous natural scenery and the luxurious amenities would expect from long-time purveyors of this classic game.

WALTZ GOLF FARM

Waltz Golf Farm is a Public 9 hole par-3 golf course located on Ridge Pike in Limerick, Pennsylvania. Par for the course is 27. From the back tees, the course plays to 795 yards. From the forward tees, the course measures 795 yards. The longest hole on the course is # 7, a par-3 that plays to 120 yards. The shortest hole on the course is # 5, a par-3 that plays to 63 yards from the back tees.

Overall Average Rating 5.00 / 5 Stars

- 5/5.
June 30, 2022: Jackson had wonderful things to say about his coach, Matt. He was very impressed with his skills and ability to teach. Thank you Matt for making this a wonderful experience for Jackson.

— Anonymous
- 5/5.
June 30, 2022: Matt was a wonderful coach. Austin had nothing but great things to say about Matt. Please let Matt know how much we appreciate his hard work and caring attitude.

— Anonymous
- 5/5.
June 29, 2023: I really liked the head coach from Villanova was so involved in the camp. He was also friendly and approachable. I felt like my son was in good hands.

— Anonymous

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- 5/5.
July 1, 2022: Being on a college campus and talking to D1 athletes about college golf.

— Anonymous
- 5/5.
Helped my game improve!

— Anonymous

SECURE YOUR SPOT – CAMPS SELL OUT!

Last year over 650 Sports Camps sold out, leaving 7,000+ campers on the waitlist. Due to high demand, early registration for our first-come-first-serve camps is strongly recommended.

Programs: All Abilities

Age Group: 12 - 18

Gender: Co-Ed

Overnight $1,725.00 USD

Availability: Less than 10 spaces

Extended Day (8:00am - 8:00pm) $1,225.00 USD