South Florida Volleyball // 2018 Summer Camps Thank you for selecting Volleyball Summer Camps! We are excited to have you join us at camp this summer! Our goal is to provide each camper with a safe, positive, and structured learning environment. Each camper will receive a USF Volleyball Camp T-Shirt and will have the opportunity to work with our staff and some student-athletes at USF. A copy of our Information for Campers, Rules and Expectations, and Airport Transportation Form have been included in this packet. Parents should review all information with their camper(s) before coming to camp. PRIMARY CHECK-IN LOCATION Camp check-ins will be held at the following location. Campers should check-in and can be picked up from the same location. Please refer to your particular session below for the times of check-in. The Coral is located inside of the Sun Dome, see the map below University of South Florida Main Campus Address 4202 East Fowler Avenue Tampa, FL 33620 (813) 974-4130 1 P a g e
Commuter Camps: Check-In is located at The Corral, GATE D Please park and/or drop off in LOT 6. Overnight Camps: Check-In is located at the dorm Kosove Apartments 2 P a g e
CHECK-IN TIMES Note: Campers are only required to check in the first day. All Skills Day Camp 1 May 29-June 1 // 9:00 AM-4:30 PM Ages: 9-18 // $325 Check in: 5/29-8:00 AM Lunch is provided All Skills Day Camp 2 June 4-7 // 9:00 AM-4:30 PM Ages: 9-18 // $325 Check in: 6/4-8:00 AM Lunch is provided All Skills Day Camp 2 July 23-26 // 9:00 AM-4:30 PM Ages: 9-18 // $325 Check in: 7/23-8:00 AM Lunch is provided Middle School Elite Camp July 20 12:30 PM // July 22 4:30 PM Ages: 11-14 // Overnight: $385, Commuter $325 Check in: 7/20-12:30 PM (Kosove Apartments) *Some club experience is recommended High School Elite Camp July 23 12:30 PM // July 25 4:30 PM Grad year: 2018-2022 Overnight: $385, Commuter $325 Check in: 7/23-12:30 PM (Kosove Apartments) Bulls Team Camp July 26 12:30 PM // July 28 12:00 PM HS Players // Overnight: $350 Commuter $300 Check in: 7/26-12:30 PM (Kosove Apartments) *Team registration Youth Bulls Camp June 4-6 // 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Ages: 6-12 // $100 Check in: 6/4-8:00 AM Lunch is NOT provided 3 P a g e
INFORMATION FOR CAMPERS AIRPORT PICKUP: Campers who need transportation to and from Tampa International Airport will need to make arrangements with USF Volleyball staff no later than July 9, 2018. USF Volleyball will make every effort to accommodate each request, but service is not guaranteed. Campers requesting airport transportation ($25.00- Roundtrip) will need to complete the Request for Airport Transportation form found in this manual. CAMP STORE: South Florida Volleyball will be selling a variety of snacks and drinks along with Volleyball merchandise throughout the entire summer. Campers are encouraged to bring money to camp each day. All online pre-orders must be collected at check-in of each camp. CANCELLATIONS / REFUNDS: Refund request must be sent directly to Camp Director, Travers Green, at traversgreen@usf.edu or 813-974-4130 by below specified deadlines: One month prior to camp start date: Within one month prior to camp date: Within 2 weeks of camp start date: Full Refund Less $50 (administrative fee) Refund Less 50% of camp tuition No Refunds The administrative fee is not refundable for any reason. If the cancellation notice is received after the above deadline, 0% of the paid balance will be returned unless there is a medical circumstance in which proper medical documentation is required. USF Volleyball Camps, INC reserves the right to change and/or cancel any camp at any time in which a full refund will be honored. USF Volleyball Camps, INC reserves the right to make exceptions to the cancellation/refund policy due to extenuating circumstances. 4 P a g e
CHILD SAFETY & PROTECTION: USF Volleyball Camps, INC is committed to ensure a safe environment that provides protection of all children and teens participating in our Camp Programs. All members of the staff (including court coaches, camp mentors, student-athletes and overnight security) will have passed a legal and thorough background check before being allowed to coach at camp in any capacity. In addition, all members of the staff will have been properly trained to handle emergency situations. Should a camper suspect any illegal or inappropriate behavior from another camper or staff member, it is asked they immediately report the activity directly to the Camp Director. CONFIRMATION: A reminder email will be sent the week prior to each camp. Once the registration is processed, all camp-related correspondence will be sent via email. It is advised that campers and/or parents check their emails frequently in the immediate weeks leading up to camp. DISCOUNTS: USF Volleyball Camps, INC have established one discount for campers. All University of South Florida Employees receive a 10% discount to attend camp. They must email camp director Travers Green at traversgreen@usf.edu with their name and title and then will be provided with a promo code. The Employee discount cannot be used for overnight camps. DISMISSAL POLICY: There will be no refund for any camper dismissed from camp. Grounds for dismissal include but are not limited to vandalism; leaving a facility or dorm unsupervised; the use of alcohol, drugs or tobacco products; harassment and not following verbal instructions/rules. ENROLLMENT: These camps are open to any and all entrants, limited only by number, age, grade level and/or gender. Space is limited for each camp; enrollment is a first-come, first-serve basis. Early enrollment is strongly encouraged to ensure participation. MEALS: No meals will be provided during the Youth Bulls Camp. All Skills Day Camp will receive Lunch only from Champs Cafeteria located directly outside The Corral. All Overnight camps meals are included and outlined in the daily schedule found on our website. 5 P a g e
FACILITIES: The main site for all camps will be The Corral, the official home of South Florida Volleyball! The Sun Dome, Muma Basketball Center and/or USF Campus Recreation Center (located directly in front of the Corral) will also be used for some camp sessions. MEDICATIONS / SPORTS MEDICINE: A PERMISSION TO DISPENSE MEDICATIONS form is required to be completed by a parent or guardian. This form will be included in the email sent the week leading up to the specified camp and available upon request. Campers may only carry medications to camp if such medications are to treat a potentially life-threatening condition. To make a request, or to disclose the intended use of an EPI-pen or inhaler, please contact South Florida Volleyball by email at traversgreen@usf.edu. In order to adequately assess your request, please contact us at least 14 days prior to the start of camp. Note: A certified Athletic Trainer will be present at every camp to help monitor all medications and provide medical treatment if need be. All campers will need direct permission from parents/guardians before the Athletic Trainer can administer any medication. All employed Athletic Trainers are CPR/AED certified. 6 P a g e
OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS: The following camps will be day camps and housing will NOT be offered: Youth Bulls Camp and All Skills Day Camps. There will be a resident camp option for our High School, Middle School Elite Camp and Bulls Team Camp(s) resident camper s location is currently Kosove Apartments. More information on overnight housing will be emailed closer to the start of camp and available on our website. PARKING: Parents or guardians are welcome to stay and watch camp. Although space is limited and no seating is provided. You will need to bring your own chair. The best place to park or drop off is in Lot 6 of the Sun Dome. If you park, you will need to pay at the meter when entering Lot 6. Additional information for drop off and pick up will be emailed prior to the start of camp and communicated to parents at check in. T-SHIRTS: All campers will receive an exclusive USF Volleyball T-Shirt. T-Shirts will be distributed at checkin. Each camper will receive the size listed on their registration. WHAT TO BRING: All campers should come dressed and ready to play no jewelry, shirts tucked in, kneepads and hair pulled away from face. Water will be provided, but campers are encouraged to bring their own water bottles. Gym shoes with laces are required. A Rain Jacket, Poncho, or Umbrella is recommended, it is Florida and is bound to rain at some point. AFTER-CAMP CARE/LATE POLICY: Arrangements can be made for early drop off and late pick up ONLY for All Skills Camps, PRIOR to the start of camp. This option is available during the online registration process for an 8 AM drop off and 5 PM pick up. If you do not sign up for after-camp care and the camper s ride is late, there will be a one-dollar charge per camper for each minute late. QUESTIONS: If you have any specific concerns or questions, please contact: South Florida Volleyball (813) 974-4130 traversgreen@usf.edu 7 P a g e
CAMP STAFF The USF Volleyball coaching staff will serve as the primary instructors and camp directors for the entire duration of Camp. In addition, former and current Bulls Volleyball student-athletes will also serve as court coaches. When numbers warrant outside employment, USF Volleyball Camps, INC will hire additional coaches with collegiate and/or Junior Olympic Club coaching experience. All coaches will have passed an official background check. Courtney Draper made a quick program turnaround after joining the University of South Florida as the Bulls' new head coach in July, 2012. Bringing nine years of head coaching experience at the Division I and II levels and 12 years of overall coaching experience to the Bulls program. 2016 was a historic year for the Bulls. Under Draper s guidance, USF posted 19 victories, the most since 2007. USF won its first six games of the season, the longest such streak since 2000. The Bulls also won three tournaments - Charlotte Invitational, USF Invitational, and USF Classic. Jenkins comes to USF from Coastal Carolina, where she was also an assistant coach. In 2015, she guided the Chanticleers to the ninth-best hitting percentage in the county (.287). In 2016, Jenkins coached USF to a.235 hitting percentage, fifth best in The American. As a player, Jenkins piloted the Florida Gators to four Southeastern Conference Championships (2000-03), and was twice selected as an All-American (2002, 03). She notably played on four NCAA Tournament teams, two Final Four squads and appeared in the national championship (2003). In 2017 Jenkins was inducted in the Hall of Fame at UF, she was the first Gator to post 1,000 kills and 600 blocks. Travers Green joined USF Athletics in March 2014 and completed his fourth season as the volleyball team s Assistant Coach. His responsibilities include the recruiting of Florida, summer camps, scouting reports, game preparation, and primarily works with the setters and teams blocking scheme. During his tenure, Travers has increased the Bulls' assists per set average each season from 11.48 in 2014, to 12.17 in 2015 and 12.42 in 2016. He is also heavily involved with the Florida Region with both the Team Florida High Performance and Florida Wave. In 2016, his Florida Wave Team won the PVL Championship in Orlando, FL and took home a $10,000 prize. 8 P a g e
RULES & EXPECTATIONS FOR DAY-CAMPERS While we hope each of our campers have a great and unforgettable experience with us this summer, safety is our primary concern. Campers adherence to these rules and expectations is extremely critical to making our camps safe, rewarding and fun for all participants. Expectations for Camper Behavior: Follow all instructions of camp staff and immediately consult your camp coach if you are uncertain about any of the instructions. Label all personal belongings, especially equipment. USF Volleyball Camps, INC and the University of South Florida are not responsible for any lost or stolen items. Notify a camp coach as soon as any problem arises, whether it be big or small. Behaviors Not Permitted: The use of profanity or inappropriate language, whether it be written or verbal. Leaving the camp area as designated by the camp director. Campers are not permitted to walk freely around campus or any surrounding areas. Inappropriate use of a cell phone or cell phone camera during camp. USF Volleyball Camps, INC reserves the right to confiscate phones for the duration of camp. Damaging or stealing University or other s property. Camp fees do not cover payment for any lost or stolen items. While unacceptable conduct is not anticipated from our campers, violation of any camp rule or expectation could result in disciplinary action, including up to dismissal from camp. Refunds will not be issued to campers dismissed from camp. Should a camper suspect any illegal or inappropriate behavior, they are expected to report to the lead court coach immediately. We expect that parents or guardians of campers will be available (by cell phone) during the duration of camp in the event that the camp director needs to speak with them about a camper s behavior. Campers and parents/guardians should review this important information prior to arriving at camp. Questions may be directed to South Florida Volleyball at (813) 974-4130 or traversgreen@usf.edu 9 P a g e
RULES & EXPECTATIONS FOR OVERNIGHT CAMPERS While we hope each of our campers have a great and unforgettable experience with us this summer, safety is our primary concern. Campers adherence to these rules and expectations is extremely critical to making our camps safe, rewarding and fun for all participants. The University of South Florida is a large campus in a metropolitan area. There is adult supervision at all times in the hotel and during all structured camp activities. Campers may have down time during which an adult is available but may not be directly monitoring all activities (in a dorm room, during a break or just prior to lights out). Expectations for Camper Behavior: Follow all instructions of camp staff and immediately consult your camp coach if you are uncertain about any of the instructions. Follow the camp schedule and report on time for all sessions. Participate in all scheduled activities (including camp meals). Only the camp director may grant permission to be excused. If you are ill or need medical attention, please consult the athletic trainer. Attendance will always be taken. Keep your camp coaches informed of your whereabouts at all times. Label all personal belongings, especially equipment. USF Volleyball Camps, INC and the University of South Florida are not responsible for any lost or stolen items. Notify a camp coach as soon as any problem arises, whether it be big or small. Behaviors Not Permitted: The use of profanity or inappropriate language, whether it be written or verbal. Leaving the camp area as designated by the camp director. Campers are not permitted to walk freely around campus or any surrounding areas. Also, campers are not permitted to leave camp early without notifying the Camp Director. Inappropriate use of a cell phone or cell phone camera during camp. USF Volleyball Camps, INC reserves the right to confiscate phones for the duration of camp. Damaging or stealing University or other s property. Camp fees do not cover payment for any lost or stolen items. Possession and/or distribution of indecent literature or images. Possession and/or consumption of alcohol, tobacco, illegal substances, matches, fire lighters, hot plates, fireworks or lethal weapons. While we understand volleyball is an emotional sport, harassment, bullying or intimidation of any nature is strictly forbidden. Excessive noise and/or horseplay The use of a vehicle. If a camper drives to an overnight camp, they may be required to give their keys to the camp director at check-in. The keys will only be reissued at the conclusion of camp or if there is a family emergency. Violations of all state and federal laws. 10 P a g e
FOR USF VOLLEYBALL CAMP STAFF Each year, the University of South Florida and Bulls Volleyball welcomes hundreds of campers to campus from all over the southeast. As a member of our camp staff, you are essentially the heart and soul of our product. While all areas of our camps are crucial to the overall success, it is your role that serves as the most important component of what we are building at USF. Your efforts, diligence and enthusiasm will greatly influence whether each camper has a safe, beneficial and enjoyable camp experience. Briefly stated, your responsibilities as a camp staff member include, but are not limited to: 1. Ensuring the safety of each camper; 2. Following the direction of the camp director and carrying out the camp s supervision and instruction plan; 3. Creating an opportunity for each camper to have a remarkable experience by providing instruction that is appropriate for each camper s age and ability, and encouragement that enables each camper to gain confidence needed to learn new skills; 4. Serving as an appropriate role model for all campers in your care at all times. Ensuring Camper Safety: Camper safety is the paramount goal of South Florida Volleyball. In order to promote a safe environment for campers, camp staff should: Always think safety first. If an activity appears dangerous, stop it right away. Read the camp s Emergency Action Procedures and make sure you know what to do if an emergency occurs. Read the Camper Rules and Expectations and review them with your assigned group of campers. Monitor camper behavior to ensure the campers are following the Camper Rules and Expectations. If you are staying in the dorms, review fire alarm evacuation procedures with the campers on your floor. First and last day of camp, staff must wear USF issued shirts. Maintain a watchful eye for any person who is in a designated camp area but is not a camper or other camp staff member. If you suspect any illegal or inappropriate behavior at any time, please report the activity to the Camp Director immediately. Take attendance you are responsible for everyone in your assigned group. 11 P a g e
When escorting campers by foot from one camp site to another, make sure they stay on the sidewalk and only cross the street - as a group - at a designated crosswalk. Immediately report all injuries to the facility Athletic Trainer and Camp Director. Never assume any injury is small. Carefully monitor hydration levels and mandate frequent water breaks...be persistent. Never be alone with a camper behind closed doors. If you need to speak privately with a camper, bring another camp staff member along. Report the details of the meeting to the Camp Director immediately following the conference. While you are working, only use a cell phone for camp-related business. Unnecessary cell phone use distracts. With that said, it is expected that all group leaders have their cell phones available at all times. Following the Camp Director s Instructions: The camp director of each camp is responsible for overseeing the operation of the camp, ensuring camper safety and supervising all camp staff. Camp staff should: Follow the instructions of the camp director, and, if necessary, ask for clarification of any instructions which are not clear. Attend all scheduled camp activities to which you are assigned and be on time. Promptly report any issues or problems to the camp director RULES AND EXPECTATIONS: Creating an Opportunity for Remarkable Experiences: Creating remarkable experiences for our campers is an important goal of South Florida Volleyball. Since camp staff have frequent and daily contact with campers, they play an important role in reaching this goal. Camp staff should: Look for the camper who may have difficulty integrating into camp. Campers who attend camp on their own may need help meeting other campers, particularly at the start of camp. Start each instruction session with an explanation of the session s goal. Remember that not all campers learn the same way or at the same pace. Offer feedback and look for teachable moments (but remember, be vocal with your praise and discreet with your constructive criticism)...this is not a tryout. If a drill or activity is not working, ask the camp director whether you should change it. 12 P a g e
Serving as a Role Model: South Florida s proud athletic tradition has been built on the accomplishments and character of its coaches, student-athletes and staff. A mantra we operate under is, You win with people and this statement holds true for our camps. It s crucial to understand that you are held to a higher standard when you wear the Bulls logo and our campers view all of us as important role models. Camp staff should: Be positive and patient (in your spoken words and body language) with all campers, not just the most talented ones. Never use alcohol, drugs or any type of tobacco products at any time while working a camp. Never use foul or inappropriate language at any time while working at camp. Be mindful to immediately stop a camper s usage of foul or inappropriate language as well. Do not bring outside guests to any camp site or into the hotel until the camp has been dismissed. Child Safety and Protection: Department of Athletics, Bulls Volleyball and USF Volleyball Camps, INC are committed to ensure a safe environment that provides for the protection of children and teens participating in camps. This includes the obligation to perform background checks on all staff, properly train all staff, and immediately report any illegal or inappropriate behavior, including sexual behavior, and allegations of such behavior to law enforcement. By signing this document, I confirm that I have read all of the important information listed in this document and understand my role as an employee of USF Volleyball Camps, INC. I confirm that I was given proper training as an employee and understand what to do if an emergency should arise. I understand that should I not comply with the rules that I am subject to disciplinary action and my employment status terminated with no compensation. I understand that this document, along with my legal and cleared background check, will be kept on file for up to seven years. Printed Name: Signature: Date: Camp Director Signature: 13 P a g e
SUMMER EMERGENCY ACTION PROCEDURES Chain of Command: The Camp Director, Athletic Trainer or Law Enforcement may determine when to remove campers from a playing surface. The use of cell phones is a timely way to communicate this decision to other camp staff. Once the decision to remove campers has been made, the Camp Director will notify the other camp staff of this decision. Weather Forecasts and Severe Weather Monitoring: Prior to each day, the Camp Director will check local forecasts to determine whether severe weather is being anticipated. During the day, the Camp Director will continue to monitor local forecasts and the University s alert system. IN THE CASE OF POTENTIAL SEVERE WEATHER AND/OR LIGHTNING, ALL CAMP STAFF WILL BE INSTRUCTED TO KEEP THEIR CAMP GROUPS INSIDE AND SECURE UNTIL THE CAMP DIRECTOR GIVES FINAL APPROVAL TO TRANSIT BETWEEN FACILITIES. IT IS IMPORTANT TO KEEP CAMPERS CALM AND ORDERLY AT ALL TIMES. LIGHTNING SAFETY PROCEDURE Safe Shelter: Seek shelter in the nearest athletics facility Avoid being in the highest point and do not take shelter near or under trees and light poles. Wait for the Camp Director to provide further instructions prior to resuming an activity or returning to outside. Managing Victims of Lightning Strike Survey the scene for safety (lightning victims do not carry charge and are safe to touch) Call 911 and contact the Athletic Trainer. If necessary, move the victim with care to a safer location (remember, do not seek shelter under a tree). Evaluate victim and begin CPR if necessary. Confirm that emergency service is on the way. Evaluate and treat for shock, fractures and/or burns Notify Camp Director 14 P a g e
TORNADO PROCEDURE In the event that severe weather is imminent or a warning has been issued, campers and camp staff should immediately take cover. The rule of thumb for safe cover is to find a substantial (concrete/brick) structure with a western exposure. LOST CAMPER PROCEDURE: 1.) Camp staff must account for their campers at all times. Camp staff should keep camp index cards with them and regularly check attendance against their roster, particularly in transition times when campers are moving from one camp to another. - TEAM CAMP: While we expect high school coaches to assist in supervising their teams, the lead court coach must check with each high school coach to confirm all campers are present before any activity is started. 2.) Upon determining that a camper is unaccounted for (through attendance procedures, notification by another camp staff member or camper or by any other means), immediately notify the Camp Director. 3.) Camp staff and the Camp Director should immediately meet to exchange information on the camper s possible whereabouts. The Camp Director should also check camp records to determine: * Whether the camper reported to camp that day * Whether the camper left early 4.) At this initial meeting, the Camp Director should make note of the following information: * Time * Camper name and age * Where camper was last seen * Detailed camper description (height, weight, clothing, etc.) 5.) The Camp Director and/or a designee will immediately search the area where the camper was last seen and then the entire camp area. This should include meal locations and the hotel. 6.) If the missing camper was not located after steps 1-5 are completed, then: a.) CALL 911 - Camp Director should remain at current location and wait for police to arrive 15 P a g e
b.) Contact parents - Camp Director should contact parents to advise them and determine if a camper was picked up early without notification. c.) Contact Athletics Administration 7.) Camp Director should direct other camp staff to continue search until police arrive 8.) As soon as police arrive, police will assume control over the search of the camper. Camp Director should have cell phone accessible at all times. When taking roll call before a camp session starts, it s same to practice the CDD Rule : Check Double-Check Do It All Over Again 16 P a g e
Airport Transportation Form Please Write Legibly Camper s Name: Camp Session & Date: Airline: Arrival Date & Time: Departing Date & Time: How Many Bags Are You Bringing (Including Carry-On)?: Contact Phone Number: ( ) Email Address: Guardian s Name: Guardian s Signature: Date: Please send this completed form (at least two weeks prior to camp) along with $25.00 to USF Volleyball Camps, INC. USF VOLLEYBALL CAMPS, INC ONLY Date Received: Date Processed: Request Granted: YES NO Date Confirmed: Amount Paid: Camp Director Approval: Method of Payment: Date: Camp Owner Approval: Date: NOTE: Airport transportation is not guaranteed. USF Volleyball Camps, INC will make every effort to accommodate each request on an individual basis. Requests submitted without payment are automatically void. Requests are not confirmed until USF Volleyball Camps, INC confirms via email. 17 P a g e
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