CAMPS AND CLINICS
Nebraska Wesleyan camps/clinic check-ins are typically held inside the main entrance of Abel Stadium or Synder Arena.
BASEBALL
2026 Baseball Camps
For more information contact:
Jeff Christy
402.465.2171
jchristy@nebrwesleyan.edu
BASKETBALL - BOYS
2026 Basketball Camps
* Day Camp 1
- Date: June 15-17 (9:00am-3:30pm)
- Grades: 1-8
- Camp Emphasis: These camps emphasize the fundamentals of the game. Basic concepts of team play and strategy will also be stressed. Camp activities include demonstrations by NWU staff and guest lecturers, personal instruction on individual technique/ fundamentals, games, contests and tournaments. Camps will be held at Snyder Arena and Knight Fieldhouse (located on Wesleyan’s campus).
- Cost: $175
REGISTER HERE
* Day Camp 2
- Date: July 13-15 (9:00am-3:30pm)
- Grades: 1-8
- Camp Emphasis: These camps emphasize the fundamentals of the game. Basic concepts of team play and strategy will also be stressed. Camp activities include demonstrations by NWU staff and guest lecturers, personal instruction on individual technique/ fundamentals, games, contests and tournaments. Camps will be held at Snyder Arena and Knight Fieldhouse (located on Wesleyan’s campus).
- Cost: $175
REGISTER HERE
* Nike Day Camp
- Dates: July 6-9 (9:00am-4:00pm)
- Ages: 8-18
- Camp Emphasis: Improve your basketball skills and knowledge during summer 2026 in Lincoln, Nebraska! Train with two-time National Coach of the Year and NWU Head Men's Coach Dale Wellman, his staff, and players for an exciting week of collegiate-style training in a fun and encouraging environment for players from beginner to advanced.
Register for the Nike Day Camp
For more information contact:
Dale Wellman
402.465.2538
dwellman@nebrwesleyan.edu
BASKETBALL - GIRLS
For more information contact:
Sydney Golladay
402.465.7516
sgollada@nebrwesleyan.edu
FOOTBALL
2026 NWU Football Camp Dates
Youth Camp
Dates: May 1-2
- May 1: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Cost: 1 Day = $75
2 Days = $100
NWU Elite Camp
Date: June 20
Times: OL/DL: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Skills: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Cost: $100
NWU Friday Night Lights Camp
Date: June 26th
Time: Specialists Camp: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
FNL Camp (ALL POSITIONS): 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Cost: Specialists Camp = $50
FNL Camp = $75
REGISTRATION COMING SOON
For more information contact:
Jacob Donohoe
Head Football Coach
jdonohoe@nebrwesleyan.edu
SOCCER - BOYS
CAMP IS FULL
Junior Prairie Wolves Camp
Grades: 3 - 8
Camp Emphasis: NWU student-athletes and coaches create a fun-filled environment to help improve players of all skill levels. This camp allows every player to spend quality time on the ball through drills, small-sided activities, games and other competitions to improve technical ability, tactical awareness and overall comfort and ease on the field. Off the field, campers will enjoy lunch in the dining hall, campus footgolf and soccer tennis games and some swimming pool time to cool off and beat the heat.
Dates: June 1-4
Times: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Meals: You may bring own lunch or eat in our dining hall (fee covers lunch)
Cost: $260 (includes T-Shirt). Save $20 if registered by March 1.
For more information contact:
Brandon Bonilla
402.465.2358
bbonilla@nebrwesleyan.edu
SOCCER - GIRLS
College ID Camp
Grades: 9-12 and college transfers
Camp Emphasis: This camp gives prospects the chance to experience training in a college environment, as well as gaining a better understanding of the college recruiting process. Join our staff to help improve your technical and tactical understanding of the game in a competitive and personal environment!
Dates: June 13 and 14, 2026
Times:
Day 1 (June 13)
1:30-2 p.m. - Check in
2-3:30 p.m. - Training session
3:30-4:30 p.m. - Tour/optional down time
4:30-5:30 p.m. - 7v7/8v8 Games
Day 2 (June 14)
9:30-10 a.m. - Check in
10-10:45 a.m. - Training Session
11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. - Full-size Games
12:30-1 p.m. - Q&A with Coaches/Players
Cost: $140 - Includes T-Shirt
Early Bird Registration (before) May 22nd, 2026: ($120)
REGISTER HERE
For more information contact:
Robert Lynch
rlynch@nebrwesleyan.edu
CAMP IS FULL
Junior Prairie Wolves Camp
Grades: 3 - 8
Camp Emphasis: NWU student-athletes and coaches create a fun-filled environment to help improve players of all skill levels. This camp allows every player to spend quality time on the ball through drills, small-sided activities, games and other competitions to improve technical ability, tactical awareness and overall comfort and ease on the field. Off the field, campers will enjoy lunch in the dining hall, campus footgolf and soccer tennis games and some swimming pool time to cool off and beat the heat.
Dates: June 1-4
Times: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Meals: You may bring own lunch or eat in our dining hall (fee covers lunch)
$260 (includes T-Shirt). Save $20 if registered by MarchCost:
For more information contact:
Brandon Bonilla
402.465.2358
bbonilla@nebrwesleyan.edu
SOFTBALL
SWIMMING - BOYS/GIRLS
For more information contact:
Kyle Hunt
402.465.2190
khunt2@nebrwesleyan.edu
TENNIS - BOYS/GIRLS
For more information contact:
Lee Steinbrook
402.465.2507
lsteinbr@nebrwesleyan.edu
TRACK AND FIELD - BOYS/GIRLS
Throwing Clinics
Camp Emphasis: The clinic will provide a thorough technical breakdown of the throwing event, with the skills and drills to help them progress into their track season. Professional coaching with video analysis will be provided during the session.
Dates: Shot Put Clinic: March 1st, 2026 (attendees will choose
either the glide session or the rotational session.)
- Glide Technique: 10 AM - 12 PM
- Rotational Technique: 1 PM - 3 PM
Location: NWU's Knight Field House, 5300 Huntington Ave.
Cost: $45 per session
Link to Register
YOUTH SUMMER CAMP
Camp Emphasis: The camp will provide quality instruction from our coaching staff to each athlete. Fundamentals as well as the more technical aspects of all track and field events will be discussed and trained. The camp will provide an informative, enjoyable experience designed to help athletes develop in their specific event groups.
Eligibility: Ages 8-12.
Date: Friday, May 29, 2026 - 9 a.m. -12 p.m.
Cost: $45
Location: Report at 8:45 a.m. to the Weary Center (Athletic Complex at 53rd & Huntington)
Questions: Contact Derrick McKenzie at dmckenzi@nebrwesleyan.edu or (402) 659-7526.
LINK TO REGISTER
MIDDLE SCHOOL/HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER CAMP
Objective: The camp will provide quality instruction from our coaching staff to each athlete. Fundamentals as well as the more technical aspects of all track and field events will be discussed and trained. The camp will provide an informative, enjoyable experience designed to help athletes develop in their specific event groups.
Eligibility: Grades 7-12.
Date: Friday, May 29, 2026 - 9 a.m. -12 p.m.
Cost: $45
Location: Report at 8:45 a.m. to the Weary Center (Athletic Complex at 53rd & Huntington)
Questions: Contact Derrick McKenzie at dmckenzi@nebrwesleyan.edu or (402) 659-7526.
LINK TO REGISTER
Midwest Night of Stars Meet
Dates: May 30, 2026
Summer Speed Series
Objective: The Summer Speed Series is an 8 week, once a week, athletic development program designed specifically for middle school athletes of all sports. Each 45–60 minute session consists of the following:
- 8–12 min dynamic warm-up
- 12–15 min acceleration & mechanics
- 12–15 min max velocity work
- 10–12 min plyos / med-ball / basic strength
- 5 min Cool down and debrief
Athletes will build speed, confidence, and movement skills while learning how to train the right way in a fun and safe environment. Sessions are held every Wednesday afternoon with grade-specific time slots, capped at 10–15 athletes to ensure quality coaching. The cost is $25 per session (total of $200 for all 8 sessions), led by Derrick McKenzie who is the Director of XC / Track & Field at Nebraska Wesleyan.
8 Session Importance: Athletes will see the greatest improvement by attending all 8 sessions. Each week builds progressively on the previous one. Speed development is cumulative!
Eligibility: Any athlete of any sport entering the grades 6-8.
Cost: $25 per session
Location: Nebraska Wesleyan Athletic Facilities – Knight Field House / Abel Stadium (53rd & Huntington)
Refund Policy: Due to limited space and small group sizes, all registrations are final and no refunds will be issued.
Questions: Contact Director of XC / Track & Field - Derrick McKenzie at dmckenzi@nebrwesleyan.edu or (402) 659-7526.
LINK TO REGISTER
For more information contact:
Derrick McKenzie
dmckenzi@nebrwesleyan.edu
402-659-7526
VOLLEYBALL
2026 Camps
* Prairie Wolves Day Camp
- Dates: May 26-28 and July 20-22 (9am-3pm)
- Grades: 4-8
- Cost: $230 (includes lunch and a T-shirt)
REGISTER HERE
* Prairie Pups Camp
- Dates: May 26-28 and July 20-22 (morning only - 9am-11am)
- Grades: 1-3
- Cost: $90 includes T-Shirt
REGISTER HERE
* Elite Skills Camp
- Dates: May 29-30
- May 29 - Attack camp (9-11am)
- May 29 - Blocking Camp (12pm-2pm)
- May 29 - Setting Camp (2:30-4:30pm)
- May 30 - Defense camp (9-11am)
- May 30 - Serve and Pass Camp (12pm-2pm)
- Grades: 8-12
- Cost: $40 session or $175 for all 5 Sessions (T-shirt included for 1st session)
REGISTER HERE
For more information contact:
Rayna Cain
402.465.2373
rcain@nebrwesleyan.edu
