Junior Tennis Camps - Fighting Illini Camps

CAMP

2 015 JU N IOR T ENNI S CAM PS June 14–18 • July 12–16 • July 29–August 2

Early Bird Discount

JUNI O R CA M P S

Register by April 1

June 14–18 / July 12–16

Save $50

Co-directed by University of Illinois Men’s Tennis Coaches Brad Dancer and Marcos Asse

CAMP

July 29–August 2 Directed by Jim Tressler, Director of Atkins Tennis

• Over 30 hours of tennis designed to maximize improvement and passion for the game • Technical analysis of all strokes through high definition video

Team Discount

• Singles & Doubles strategy and tactical formations

Save $50 per camper

• Competitive match play in a collegiate dual match setting

(4 or more campers from the same school or club)

Teams registered by April 1

Save $100 per camper

(4 or more campers from the same school or club)

• Comprehensive written evaluation on each player, reviewed by Illinois men’s coaching staff • Camper’s drills, match play, and coaching are uniquely suited to their specific skill level • Guidance in scheduling, goals, and developmental plans ELIGIBILITY Open to any and all boys and girls ages 10–18.

Individuals outside of noted age range should call the Summer Sport Camps Office for enrollment information, 217-244-7278.

CAMP FEE Resident - $685 (Includes meals, accommodations and a Fighting Illini Tennis (F.I.T.) camp T-Shirt.) Commuter - $385 (Includes lunch, dinner and a Fighting Illini Tennis (F.I.T.) camp T-Shirt.)

DISCOUNTS Recieve the Early Bird discount of $50 per camper if registered BEFORE April 1. Teams sending 4 or more campers will receive a discount of $50 per camper.

Teams will also receive the Early Bird discount of $50 per camper if registered BEFORE April 1—a discount of $100 per camper! Please check team discount on the application form. A separate form is required for each camper. Forms must be mailed together.

CHECK-IN 1:00–2:00 pm on first day of camp at the Florida Avenue Residence Hall.

CHECK-OUT 11:45 am on final day of camp at the Atkins Tennis Center. (Weekend accommodations will not be available.)

PERSONAL NEEDS Campers should bring at least one racquet and court shoes with non-marking soles. Please bring an appropriate amount of workout clothing for five days of on-court play and casual clothing for evening activities. Resident campers should bring their own blanket, toiletries, towels, washcloths, soap, and sunscreen. Linens will be provided. It is recommended that campers bring spending money for snacks, racquet stringing, equipment, or souvenirs.

ACCOMMODATIONS Junior campers will sleep and eat at the Florida Avenue Residence Hall (FAR) which is located less than ½ mile from Atkins. FAR features air conditioned rooms, large recreational areas, TV lounges, a 24 hour reception desk, and food service to meet all nutritional needs.

Camp information available at www.fightingillini.com/camps For more information phone: 217-244-7278

ILLINOIS. OUR STATE. OUR TEAM.

CAM P D I RECTOR S The Fighting Illini Tennis Camps (F.I.T Camps) feature a diverse and experienced staff comprised of elite student-athletes from around the country.

The June 14-18 week and the July 12-16 week will both be co-directed by University of Illinois Men’s Tennis Coaches Brad Dancer and Marcos Asse.

The July 29-August 2 week will be directed by Jim Tressler, Director of Atkins Tennis.

Members of the current women’s and men’s Illinois Tennis teams will coach and hit with campers throughout the course of the camp. Also, other collegiate players from the area are recruited to serve as camp counselors. All instructors possess a high degree of playing skill and undergo a rigorous training program to prepare them for their role as teachers at the Fighting Illini Tennis Camps.

MAIL TO: University of Illinois Sport Camps & Clinics 1700 South Fourth Champaign, IL 61820

FOR OFFICE USE ONLY Camp_________________ Type________________ Paymode____________ Payment______________ Document _________________________________

2015 TENNIS CAMPS APPLICATION (Please print) ___________________________________________________________________________ Camper’s Name ___________________________________________________________________________ Parent/Guardian’s Name (if applicable) ___________________________________________________________________________ Home Phone Emergency Phone ___________________________________________________________________________ Email Address

BRAD DANCER Since being named Head Men’s Tennis Coach at Illinois in 2005, Brad continues to uphold the established tradition of excellence within Illinois Tennis.

In his first season, Dancer coached Kevin Anderson and Ryan Rowe to the program’s third NCAA Doubles Championship. The following year, he led the Fighting Illini to the Finals of the NCAA Team Championship. The 2011-12 squad captured its first Big Ten Tournament title in seven years.

MARCOS ASSE

___________________________________________________________________________ Address ___________________________________________________________________________ City State Zip ___________________________________________________________________________ Date of Birth ___________________________________________________________________________ 2015–2016 Grade (if applicable) 2015–2016 School (if applicable)

Are you a returning Fighting Illini Camper?  Yes  No

Marcos, a sixth year Associate Head Coach with Illinois Men’s Tennis, is poised to assist in furthering the traditions of Illinois Men’s Tennis. Before coming to Illinois, Asse served as the Associate Head Coach at William and Mary for five seasons. As a player, Marcos competed at the University of Florida and is a 2001 graduate of the institution.

JIM TRESSLER Since his graduation from the University of Cincinnati, Jim has experienced many facets of the tennis industry. After receiving his B.S. in Management and Marketing, Jim coached women’s college tennis as the Assistant Coach at Indiana and Florida, respectively, and then as the Head Coach at Alabama.

Next, Jim accepted a position at Nike where he worked in the Tennis Sports Marketing Department.

He began working at the Atkins Tennis Center in 2000. Jim is certified by the USPTA and PTR.

Sample Junior Camp Schedule 7:00–8:15 am

Breakfast

8:30–11:30 am

Demonstrations/ Stroke Production

11:45 am–1:15 pm Lunch 1:30–4:30 pm

Live Ball Drills/Team Tennis

4:45–6:15 pm

Dinner

6:30–9:00 pm

Additional Hitting/ Off-court Activities

T-Shirt Size (Adult):  small  medium  large  x-large “I hereby acknowledge that participation in the camp and related activities involves an inherent risk of physical injury or loss that might be sustained by my child. In consideration for accepting my child into the camp, I assume all risk of injury and loss that may be suffered by me or my child and release and forever discharge the Board of Trustees of the University of Illinois, its officers, employees and agents from any and all known liability of whatever kind or nature, arising from and by reason of any and all known and unknown, foreseen and unforeseen body and personal injuries, including death, property damage and the consequences therefore resulting from the registrant’s participation in or involvement with this camp or presence on University property, including any failure of equipment or defect in the premises, except to the extent caused solely by the willful and wanton misconduct of the University.

I give permission to the University of Illinois to take photographs and videos of my child during the course of the camp activities. These photographs may be used for publicity purposes by the University of Illinois.” ___________________________________________________________________________ Parent/Legal Guardian signature

Please select the camp you wish to attend: JUNIOR CAMPS  Resident $685  Commuter $385 Camp 1: June 14–18* Camp 2: July 12–16*  Resident $685  Commuter $385 Camp 3: July 29– August 2**  Resident $685  Commuter $385 Register BY April 1, 2015 and receive a $50 discount TEAM DISCOUNT (4 or more from same school or club) Camp 1: June 14–18*  Resident $635  Commuter $335 Camp 2: July 12–16*  Resident $635  Commuter $335 Camp 3: July 29– August 2**  Resident $635  Commuter $335 Register BY April 1, 2015 and receive an additional $50 discount *June 14-18 week and the July 12-16 week will be co-directed by Men’s Tennis Coaches Brad Dancer and Marcos Asse. **July 29-August 2 week will be directed by Jim Tressler, Director of Atkins Tennis.

METHOD OF PAYMENT:

 Cash  Check (payable to University of Illinois)  Money Order Credit Card:  MasterCard  Visa  Discover  American Express ___________________________________________________________________________ Credit Card # Exp. Date V-code

AT K I N S T E N N I S C E N T E R

Home of the 2013 NCAA Tennis Championships

The Fighting Illini Tennis Camps take place at the Atkins Tennis Center which is recognized as one of the premier tennis facilities in the country. The home of Illinois Tennis features 20 outdoor, lighted courts, 12 of which make up the Khan Outdoor Tennis Complex which was dedicated in September, 2009. Six indoor courts are located on site and will be used in the event of inclement weather. Atkins also boasts public locker and restroom facilities, a state of the art training area, fitness equipment, and a Pro-Shop offering tennis racquets and accessories, restringing services, footwear and apparel, and Illinois Tennis merchandise. This world class tennis facility provides campers with everything they’ll need for a once in a lifetime tennis experience.

University of Illinois Division of Intercollegiate Athletics Office of Sport Camps & Clinics 1700 South Fourth Street Champaign, IL 61820

For more information or to register, visit our website at

www.fightingillini.com/camps or e-mail us at sumcamps@illinois.edu

UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS / 2015 SUMMER CAMPS

JUNIOR CAMPS CAMP

June 14–18 July 12–16 July 29–August 2

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Register by April 1