Dear Campers: Texas Tech Football is on the rise in the Big XII Conference and I encourage you to become a part of the excitement. Our continued growth begins with developing and evaluating talent coming up through the ranks. Our camps are serious, instructional camps that will be both challenging and fun. You will learn the techniques and fundamentals that have made our system successful at the highest levels of football. Our staff is second to none and is dedicated to making you a better football player. There will be eight different camps this summer along with a Senior Passing Championship and a 2 day Junior Passing Championship. I look forward to seeing each of you in Lubbock this summer. Best of Luck! Sincerely, Head Football Coach
All the Stuff You Need to Know General Information The 2002 Texas Tech Football Camp is open to all football players that will be in the grades of 3rd thru 12th in the Fall of 2002. However, any athlete who has begun taking classes in his senior year of high school is not eligible to participate according to NCAA rules. (Bylaw 13.13.1.2.1.1) All camp sessions are divided by age and abilities. What are you going to learn? Each camp is geared to be a serious instructional camp for the players and their specific football talents. All camps will emphasize fundamentals, techniques and drills used by the Red Raiders everyday. (Some camps may include film study.) Who Is going to Coach you? Red Raider Head Coach Mike Leach along with the Texas Tech Assistant Coaches and Training and Strength Coaches will staff the camp. Coach Leach has been instrumental in developing some of the top offenses in college football history at The University of Kentucky and The University of Oklahoma. The Red Raider staff boasts six former head coaches or coordinators. Where will you stay and what will you eat? All overnight campers will stay right across from the Texas Tech Campus at the air-conditioned University Plaza (2001 University Ave.) If you have a roommate preference, you must list only them on your registration form and they must list you on their registration form. We will do our very best to make sure that you get your roommate request. A $25 refundable key deposit will be required at check-in. All meals will be provided. Lunch & Dinner will be buffet style all you can eat. Day campers will be served lunch and dinner however; day campers will need to provide their own breakfast. What if you Are traveling by Air or Bus? All campers traveling to Lubbock by Air or Bus should plan to arrive by 12 Noon on the day of registration and plan to depart after 12 Noon the last day of Camp. Transportation will be provided to and from the Airport or Bus Station free of charge. To ensure that the camper is picked up and dropped off at the proper times we ask that you provide us with a copy of your itinerary by May 15, 2002.
What do you need to bring with you? Campers will need to bring with them the following: Practice Clothes: Shorts, Shirts, athletic socks & any personal customized equipment (e.g. ankle brace, knee brace, etc ). (There will be several practices a day.) Tennis/Turf Shoes & Grass Cleats Toiletries (soap, towels, sun screen, etc ) Bed Linens (Twin sheets or sleeping bag) & Pillow Spending Money: Snacks, pizza, Texas Tech clothing, etc A camp bank is available for all campers. The Camp Bank will accept cash only. (Checks will not be cashed for the camp bank.) All monies not spent will be refunded at checkout. Campers are responsible for their own valuables. The Texas Tech Football Camp & Staff does not assume any responsibility or liability for lost or stolen valuables. How do you register? Please fill out the attached registration form and return it with the $150.00 nonrefundable deposit. Be sure to include the campers name and the camp(s) they are attending in the memo portion of your check or money order. No camper will be allowed to participate in camp without a copy of their current physical or Doctor s release signature and all pertinent health insurance or insurance supplement information completed where indicated. These items should be sent in with the registration form. The last day to register for camp is May 24, 2002. All balances must be paid in full by this date also. What if a Camper cannot attend Camp? All monies, less the $150.00 non-refundable deposit, will be refunded for medical or unforeseen accidents only. A physician s letter of explanation prior to the first day of camp must accompany any medical accident. What rules will you have to follow? The Camp Director & Staff will go over specific rules for campers on the day of registration. In general, all campers are expected to be on their best behavior while at camp. Any serious violation of the rules will result in immediate dismissal from camp without a refund. Parents and/or Guardians should note that it will be THEIR responsibility to arrange for transportation home for their camper who has been dismissed within 5 hours of being contacted.
Meet the Texas Tech Football Staff Head Coach Offensive Coordinator Mike Leach Associate Head Coach Defensive Coordinator Greg McMackin Assistant Head Coach Special Teams Manny Matsakis Offensive Line Robert Anae Running Backs Art Briles Camp Director Secondary Dave Brown Wide Receivers Sonny Dykes Defensive Line Ron Harris Inside Receivers Dana Holgorsen Linebackers Ruffin McNeill Football Operations Tommy McVay Football Quality Control Dennis Simmons
Texas Tech Strength and Nutrition Kelvin Clark Head Strength Coach Aaron Shelley Director of Sports Nutrition
The Camps You Have To Choose From Strength & Conditioning Course: Get Bigger, Faster & Stronger June 1, 2002 This is a full day event catered to athletes, parents and coaches who want to learn more about athletic training and nutrition. Strength and Conditioning Coach Kelvin Clark and his staff will present the first half of this event, which will consist of year-round conditioning methods. These methods include weight training and agility programs that you will be provided with so that you may incorporate them into your own program. Head Nutritionist Aaron Shelley and his staff will provide the second half of the program, which will consist of proper nutrition training. This will involve proper instruction on how to either maintain or gain muscle mass or lose fat. You will also be given in-depth information on how food and supplements may enhance your performance. Cost: $75 Texas Tech Passing Championships: Showtime June 1, 2002 Texas Tech Passing Championship is a 7 on 7 passing tournament for grades 9 th thru 12 th in the Fall of the 2002 school year. This camp is limited to the first 20 teams that register. Each team will be guaranteed four games. The championship game will be played under the lights with play-byplay announcements. Trophies will be awarded to the 1 st, 2 nd & 3 rd place teams. Teams wishing to participate should have at least 7 players, however, we encourage you to have 10 15 players to allow for injuries and substitutions. Costs: $325 per team Quarterback / Wide Receiver Camp: Time to let the balls Fly Grades 7 12 ~ June 2 5, 2002 Our Quarterback/Wide Receiver Camp will offer serious instructional information that will emphasize fundamentals, drills and film studies. The Texas Tech Football Staff wants to encourage each QB and WR to bring their counterpart to help create & strengthen the unspoken bond that the great QB/WR tandems share. Coach Mike Leach and his staff want to provide you with the same insights that they use to make Texas Tech s passing game one of the best in the Big XII. Costs: $325 (Overnight) ~ $300 (Day) Defensive Skills: Swarm & Attack Grades 7 12 ~ June 2 5, 2002 The defensive skills camp is designed to focus on the specific drills and fundamentals at every defensive position. Defensive Coordinator Greg McMackin and his staff will offer hands on instruction as well as conduct individual player evaluations. If you are a Defensive player who wants to better your skills, this camp is for you. Costs: $325 (Overnight) ~ $300 (Day) Offensive Line: Flat Back / Pancake Grades 7 12 ~ June 2 5, 2002 The offensive Line Camp will emphasize the basic fundamentals necessary to be successful at one of the games most important positions. Offensive Line Coach Robert Anae will provide the same hands on experience that made him successful blocking for Quarterback s like Jim McMahon, Steve Young & Robbie Boscoe. Pass blocking, run blocking and recognizing defensive fronts will also be stressed. For the dedicated O-Lineman who wants to improve his skills this is the camp for you. Costs: $325 (Overnight) ~ $300 (Day)
Senior Camp: Going Out on Top Grades 9 12 ~ June 5 8, 2002 The senior camp is geared for football players who will be in the 9 th thru the 12 th grades in the Fall of the 2002 school year. This camp will provide instruction at all offensive and defensive positions. Each camper will also receive the same hands on experience with the Texas Tech Football Coaches that our players do. The senior camp will be a great way for all athletes to fine-tune their skills for their future football careers. If your goal is to be a two-way starter, this is your camp. Costs: $325 (Overnight) ~ $300 (Day) Kicking / Punting: Put Your Leg Into It Grades 9 12 ~ June 8 9, 2002 The kicking and punting camp will offer quality instruction for high school kickers and punters. At a time when many colleges are advertising kicking instruction as part of their regular summer football camps, the school for kicking and punting instruction at Texas Tech University offers tremendous advantages for young kickers and punters. A concentrated program of kicking and punting practices and lectures is conducted by Manny Matsakis Special Teams Coordinator at Texas Tech University. Impartial and objective advice will be given, while you compare your skills with other talented high school players. Costs: $225 (Overnight) ~ $200 (Day) Mini Camp: Time to Shine Grades 11 12 ~ June 9, 2002 The mini camp is designed for you to show your stuff. This camp is only offered to 11 th & 12 th graders in the Fall of 2002 school year. Campers will be instructed on speed development, explosion and football fundamentals. Campers will also be evaluated individually in a series of tests to measure your abilities. Cost: $50 Junior Camp: Get in the Game Grades 3 8 ~ June 9-11, 2002 The junior camp is geared for athletes who will be in the 3 rd thru the 8 th grades in the fall of the 2002 school year. Campers will be divided into groups by age to learn the basic fundamentals, techniques & drills that are used by the Red Raiders in football games & practices. Each camper will also receive the same hands on experience with the Texas Tech Football Coaches as our players do. The Texas Tech Coaching Staffs goal is to help each camper sharpen their skills and pinpoint the best position for them out on the football field. Costs: $350 (Overnight) ~ $325 (Day) Junior 7 on 7 Passing Championships: Time to it up Touchdowns and Turnovers Grades 3 8 ~ June 17-18, 2002 This is a 2-day camp designed to give you an inside look at the Texas Tech passing game. On Day One, campers will learn offensive plays and defensive zone drops that your favorite Texas Tech offensive or defensive player uses in game situations. On Day Two, you will use all the coaching points that you received on the previous day and put them to the test in a 7 on 7 passing tournament. Although it is not required, we encourage junior high & YFL teams to participate. Teams will be broken up into groups by age, however, if you are not able to come with your team, a team will be formulated from single campers. Costs: $100 (Overnight) ~ $75 (Day)
2002 Texas Tech Football Camp Registration Form Name: Address: City: State: Zip: Age: Grade (Fall 2002) School Attending (Fall2002) Parent/Guardian: Home Phone: Work Phone: Roommate Request: T-Shirt Size (circle one): S M L XL XXL XXXL Position (circle): Offense: OL TE WR RB QB K/P Defense: LB DL DE DB Please check camper type & camp session(s) attending: Overnight Camper Day Camper Strength & Conditioning June 1 $75 / Per Person Open 7 on 7 Passing Championship June 1 $325 / Per Team Grades 9 12 QB/WR Camp June 2 5 $325 Overnight/$300 Day Grades 7 12 Defensive Skills Camp June 2 5 $325 Overnight/$300 Day Grades 7 12 Offensive Line Camp June 2 5 $325 Overnight/$300 Day Grades 7 12 Senior Camp June 5 8 $325 Overnight/$300 Day Grades 9 12 Mini Camp June 9 $50 / Per Person Grades 11 12 Kicking & Punting Camp June 8 9 $225 Overnight/$200 Day Grades 9 12 Junior Camp June 9 11 $350 Overnight/$325 Day Grades 3 8 7 on 7 Junior Passing Championship June 17 18 $100 Overnight/$75 Day Grades 3 8 Method of Payment Send payment and forms to: Texas Tech Football Camp, Box 43021, Lubbock, TX 79409-3021 A $150 (non-refundable) deposit is due with the registration form and all other necessary paperwork. All full payments are due by May 31, 2002. A 10% discount is offered if 10 or more campers attend the same camp or the specialty camps and are all from the same school. All of the applications and paperwork MUST be mailed in together in order to receive the discount. Please call 806.742.4260 Ext. 245 with any questions. Check or Money Order Payable to Texas Tech Football Camp Amount: $ Visa Master Card Amount to be charged: $ Credit Card Number: Expiration Date / Print the name as it appears on the card: Signature:
Parental & Physician Signatures for Football Camp Camper s Name (please print) Last First Middle Physician: I have examined the heart action, blood pressure and general physiological condition of the aforementioned camper and believe him to be physically fit to participate in all sports except: Physicians Signature (or a copy of current school year physical) Date Parents: In accordance with the rules of the Texas Tech Summer Football Camp, I hereby give my consent for my child to participate in any and all camp activities except. If at any time it is necessary for the aforementioned camper to receive outside or professional medication, I hereby give my consent to the Camp to secure the services of the physical or medical facility selected and to secure transportation as is deemed necessary. I will not hold the Camp responsible for any benefits beyond the camp medical insurance program and will secure adequate family insurance coverage if additional protection is desired. Insurance Company and Policy Number Recognition & assumption of risk agreement (Must be signed and returned with application) I, the undersigned parent/legal guardian of, authorize said child s participation in the Texas Tech Summer Football Camp. It is my understanding that participation in the activities that make up the Texas Tech Summer Football Camp is not without some inherent risk of injury. As such, in consideration of my child s participation in the Texas Tech Summer Football Camp, I hereby release, waive, discharge and covenant not to sue the Camp, the Athletic Department, Texas Tech University, the Texas Tech University System, the State of Texas, their officers, servants, agents or employees from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions and causes of action whatsoever arising out of or related to any loss, damage or injury, including death, that may be sustained by my child, whether caused by negligence of the releases, or otherwise while participation in such activity, or when in, on, or upon the premises where the activity is being conducted. I also agree to follow all instructions and procedures in order to maintain a maximum level of safety. I also understand that a medical insurance policy carried by the Texas Tech Football Camp, if any, will provide only minimum coverage and that I should make sure my child is covered in the event of a serious accident. I also give my permission for any emergency medical care or treatment by a physician, surgeon, hospital or medical care facility that may be required and accept responsibility for the cost. Name of Parent/Guardian (please print) Date Parent/Guardian Signature Camper s Signature ****This form must be completed entirely in order for a camper to be eligible to participate in camp.****
Texas Tech Football Camp Box 43021 Lubbock, TX 79409-3021 Phone: 806.742.4260 Fax: 806.742.0299 E-mail: footballcamp@ttu.edu