Philadelphia Area Summer Field Hockey Camp at Haverford College
Haverford College, 370 Lancaster Avenue, Haverford, PA 19041
CAMP DATES
July 28 – July 31, 2025 – Overnight & Extended Day Only
Site Director – Amanda Oberly, St. Joseph’s High School Varsity Head Coach
AGE GROUP
Revolution Field Hockey Camp is open to kids & teens ages 9 to 18.
CAMP FEES
Overnight Camp: $729
Extended Day: $599
* Team Discounts Available:
For team discounts, please email [email protected].
OVERVIEW
Haverford College is conveniently located on the west side of Philadelphia, serving the Philly youth community. Haverford’s state-of-the-art facilities provide the perfect environment for campers to develop their skills. This summer, join us for a fun camp experience that focuses on improving your field hockey skills.
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
Coach Oberly became the new Head Coach at St. Joseph’s High School in Trumbull, CT in 2023.
Since 2020, Coach Oberly was the Head Coach for the Freshman Field Hockey Team at Greenwich High School in Greenwich, CT.
Oberly is originally from Washington, NJ where she attended Warren Hills Regional High School. During her time on the team, they won two Division Titles, two Sectional Titles, and a State Championship.
Oberly continued her field hockey career at Southern Connecticut State University where she earned team honors such as the Coaches Award and Most Improved Player.
After graduating she spent a season with Sacred Heart University as an Interim Assistant Coach for the 2019 season.
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
Technical Skills Training
- Passing & receiving, shooting, eliminating, tackling, shot-stopping
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
Overnight Campers: Check in at 12PM-1PM Monday. Campers should be picked up at Noon Thursday.
Extended Day Campers: Check in at 12PM-1PM Monday (8:45AM every other day). Campers should be picked up at 8:30PM Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and at Noon Thursday. (Lunch and dinner are included)
Field Hockey Typical Daily Schedule*
7am: | Wake Up |
7:30am: | Breakfast |
8:45am: | Extended Day Campers Arrive |
9:00am: | Morning Field Session |
11:30am: | Free Time |
12:15am: | Lunch |
1:00pm: | Free Time |
2:00pm: | Afternoon Field Session |
4:30pm: | Free Time |
5:15pm: | Dinner |
6:30pm: | Evening Field Session |
8:30pm: | Extended Day Campers Depart – Dorm Games, Evening Meeting, Social Time for Overnight Campers |
10:30pm: | Lights out |
*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
- Slides/flip-flops
- T-shirts, tank tops, sweats, shorts, pajamas, sports bras, athletic socks
- Bed linens (XL twin) & pillows
- Shower supplies – towel, shower shoes, toiletries, toothbrush, toothpaste
- Sunscreen
- Portable fan
- Non perishable snacks or drinks for between meals
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CAMP REVIEWS
“My daughter had a great experience at this camp! It is located in a convenient area for us right outside of Philly and the coaches at camp seemed to make sure the kids were always working hard while having fun.”
Toni B.
“This camp was an unforgettable experience! The dorms were so comfortable, the meals were amazing, and the games really sharpened my skills. I made so many friends and can’t wait to go back next summer!”
Evelyn P.
“My daughter was really nervous when I dropped her off because she’s never been to a sleepaway camp before. I couldn’t believe it when I picked her up how eager she was to stay with the friends she had made! So happy with Revolution and everything they did for my daughter.”
Ashton K.