Westport Area Summer Field Hockey Camp at Staples High School
Staples High School, 70 North Avenue, Westport, CT 08540
CAMP DATES
July 28 – July 31, 2025 – Half Day Only
Site Director – Valerie Perkins, Brien McMahon High School Assistant Varsity Coach
AGE GROUP
Revolution Field Hockey Camp is open to kids & teens ages 5 to 18.
CAMP FEES
Half Day: $369
* Team Discounts Available:
For team discounts, please email [email protected].
OVERVIEW
Staples High School, located in Westport, Connecticut, offers top-notch facilities for field hockey training. This summer, join us for a fun and focused camp experience where you’ll improve your skills, receive expert coaching, and challenge yourself in a supportive environment. Whether you’re a beginner or advanced player, this camp will help you develop your on-field skills, through the instruction of Former Standout NCAA DI Player, Valerie Perkins.
The camp is open to all ages and ability levels. Each participant will be assessed and grouped with others of a similar age and skill level. Adjustments to groups may be made throughout the week to ensure campers have the opportunity to train with and compete against different players. Through a mix of drills, games, and scrimmages, each camper will have the chance to learn, improve, and enjoy field hockey in a supportive and dynamic environment.
Camp Director
With a robust background in both playing and coaching field hockey, Coach Perkins brings a wealth of experience and passion to the field. A native of New York, Coach Perkins attended Lakeland High School, where she played an instrumental role in securing four state championships. This foundation of success propelled Coach Perkins to a standout collegiate career at Quinnipiac University, where they excelled as a Division I athlete, playing both midfield and forward positions. Recognized for their leadership and skill, Coach Perkins served as team captain during their junior and senior years.
For the past six years, Perkins has been a dedicated coach at Revolution Field Hockey Camps, where they have honed their coaching skills and inspired young athletes. Currently, Perkins is the Assistant Varsity Coach at Brien McMahon High School, where they have been coaching for the past three years. Her commitment to the sport and ability to foster a positive and competitive environment make them an invaluable asset.
Post-college, Perkins continued to share their expertise and love for the game through coaching. They have been a pivotal part of the Quinnipiac field hockey community, not only by leading various camps and clinics but also by contributing as a Graduate Assistant Coach during the 2020-21 season. Additionally, from 2017 to 2020, Perkins served as a coach for the USA Field Hockey Futures Program, helping to develop the next generation of field hockey talent.
As Perkins prepares to coach at this summer’s field hockey camp, she is excited to bring their extensive experience and enthusiasm to help campers develop their skills, strategy, and love for the game.
What to Expect
At Revolution Field Hockey Camps you’ll receive personalized field hockey training through an exceptional curriculum, tailored to all age groups and skill levels. Our goal is to help players of all abilities enhance every aspect of their game. Our camps emphasize individual skill development while incorporating drills and scrimmages to foster teamwork and strategy.
Key features of our field hockey staff include: Low camper-to-coach ratios; groups organized by age and skill level and a fun, energetic, and experienced coaching team.
CAMP HIGHLIGHTS & TAKEAWAYS
Each camper will:
- Develop their technical skills & tactical knowledge
- Participate in camp games with a chance to win prizes
- Compete amongst their peers in small games & camp matches
- Be given the opportunity to work with college &/or high school coaches & college players all week long
…and most importantly: HAVE FUN!
DAILY SKILLS BREAKDOWN
Individual Skill Training
- Dynamic warm up
- Ball control
- Footwork & agility (GKs)
Technical Skills Training
- Passing & receiving, shooting, eliminating, tackling
- Clearing & blocking (GKs)
Tactical Skill Training
- Reading the play or situation
- Application of new skills and when to use
Game-Based Learning
- Competition & inter-camp scrimmages
CHECK IN & CHECK OUT
Half Day Campers: Check in at 8:15am ready to play at 8:30am on each day starting Monday. Campers should be picked up at Noon each day ending Thursday. All Campers are encouraged to bring a snack and liquids each day.
Field Hockey Typical Daily Schedule*
| 8:15 am: | Campers Arrive for Check-In |
| 8:30am: | Warm Up / Stretch |
| 8:45am: | Individual Skill Training i.e. Dribbling & Ball Control |
| 9:00am: | Technical Skill Development i.e. Passing & Receiving, Shooting, Eliminating |
| 10:00am: | Snack / Water Break |
| 10:15am: | Small-Sided Drills |
| 11:00pm: | Team-Based Games & Scrimmages |
| 12:00pm: | Coaches Debrief & All Campers Dismissed |
*Schedule may change or be adjusted as needed
What to Bring to Camp
Below is a suggested list of items to bring to camp. We recommend that campers avoid bringing expensive personal items such as cell phones or laptops. Campers are permitted to bring cell phones to camp for contacting their guardians, but phones are not allowed on the field during training sessions. Please make sure to label all items you bring to camp. All personal belongings are the responsibility of the camper. Revolution Field Hockey and its camp staff are not responsible for lost, stolen, or forgotten items.
- Health Form
- Hockey stick
- Shin guards
- Mouthguard
- Turf shoes/sneakers
- Goalkeeping equipment (if applicable)
- Sunscreen
- Non perishable snacks or drinks
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CAMP REVIEWS
“Really happy with the field hockey training this camp provided for my daughter. Coach Val was great and my daughter looks up to her!”
Marla M.
“Four summers and counting. We can’t get enough of Revolution Field Hockey. Thank you for aiding in our success; State Title here we come!”
Alicia P.
“Is there any way I can get just one or two of your staff to come work for me all year? I can only imagine the difference it’d make.”
Laura T.
“Our daughter’s field hockey skills improved dramatically at overnight camp. The structured environment with clean facilities and well-planned activities helped her grow as a player and person.”
Joshua M.
