Special Teams Football Academy Blog: January Kicking Camp- Northern Specialist Camp- January 8-9, 2016

3rd Annual Northern Specialists Camp- Winter Kicking Camp

Coach Chris Husby of Special Teams Football Academy and Coach Brian Jackson of Team Jackson Kicking will be teaming up to run our 3rd Annual Northern Specialist Camp on January 8th and 9th, 2016 in St Cloud, MN at St Cloud State University's Husky Dome.

2015 Camp

Our Northern Specialist Camp covers multiple aspects in the kicking, punting and long snapping game for High School, Collegiate and Youth specialists (ages 11-22) of all skill levels. This camp is designed to help your athlete become better through instruction over the off season, improve confidence in own ability, prepare specialists for larger showcase camps, as well as get exposed to College Coaches.

The camp runs the evening of January 8th (6:00-10:00 PM) and January 9th (10:00 AM- 5:00 PM). Friday night will cover predominately instruction and involve fun competition, and is an optional night to attend, but encouraged.

St Cloud State University (Husky Dome)
720 4th Ave S
St Cloud, MN 56301
Register Now: Kicker/Punter ($375) and Long Snappers ($275) Registration.

Camp Divisions:

College (College Specialists/College Transfers)
Upper Classmen (11th and 12th grade)
Under Classmen (9th and 10th grade)
Youth (Middle School)

Article on Last Year's Northern Specialists Camp Recap

Detailed Instruction

Great Instruction from coaches that have either played at a high collegiate level or have NFL level training.

At our camp, you can expect:

On Field Instruction
Video Classroom Analysis
Live Game Situation Experience
Fun Competition
Player Skill Evaluation and Honest Feedback
Receive Exposure to Collegiate Coaches
Learn About The Importance of Strength & Conditioning
A Chance To Learn From Current and Former Collegiate Athletes
Mental Preparation for Specialists
And Much More...

Evaluation and Instruction to prepare you for upcoming Showcase Camps and Summer Training. All athletes will be evaluated so we can better understand your skill level, current abilities and potential. We utilize the National Camp Series KIX Evaluation System to offer a fair and unbiased evaluation process and will receive an evaluation and rating.

A fun and enjoyable atmosphere to learn and compete

Reserve a spot Now! Kicker/Punter ($375) and Long Snappers ($275) Registration.

What is Included with the camp:

High quality instruction by Professional and Collegiate Specialist Coaches
Fun atmosphere, positive learning environment
Video Analysis 'on the spot'
Exposure to the next level
Fun Competitions
Quick Charts
Evaluation of Specialist's abilities
Subway Lunch on Saturday for Campers
Dri-Fit Shirts

Camp Schedule:
Jan 8th (Friday- 6:00 PM-10:00 PM)

Check In: 5:15 PM-6:00 PM
Camp Length: 6:00 PM-10:00 PM
Instruction and Competition Focus Training Session
This is an optional day for extra training

Jan 9th (Saturday- 10:00 AM-5:00 PM)

Check In: 9:15 pm-10:00 pm
Camp Length: 10:00 PM-5:00 PM
Awards/Camp Closure: 4:45 PM-5:00 PM
Instruction, Player Skill Evaluation/Charting, Competition, College Recruiting Session and more.

College Coaches will receive camp reports and may be on site to find their next recruit.

Reserve a spot today! Kicker/Punter ($375) and Long Snappers ($275) Registration.

Since December 2012 (Southern, Central and Northern Camps), our camp videos and instruction have helped over 80 seniors earn collegiate playing opportunities, athletic/academic scholarships. This coming year’s signing day will be on February 3, 2016.

Camp Testimonial- Notre Dame Specialist

Sample video:

Hotels: We have arranged discounts at 2 hotels.  There are about 6 good ones up there and these 2 offered the best discount.  Below is hotel information for you:

Best Western Plus Kelly Inn.  $94.00 plus tax.  Located in downtown St Cloud, connected to Green Mill Restaurant includes pool. 100 4th Ave South. St Cloud, MN  320.253.0606.

Country Inn & Suites West.  $115.00 plus tax.  Located near the Crossroads Mall & restaurants. Includes pool. 235 Park Avenue South. St Cloud, MN  320.259.8999

*When calling, be sure to mention "special teams football academy" or "kicking camp" to get the discounted rate.
Great Instruction from coaches that have either played at a high collegiate level or have NFL level training. Coaches Expected to attend:

Chris Husby- (Special Teams Football Academy)- St Thomas- Special Teams MVP, Former 6 year NFL Free Agent Specialist, 6 year Semi Professional Football- One National Championship. Trained over 16 All State Kickers and Punters in 4 years. Helped train and place 12 Class of 2015 specialists into D1 & D2 programs.
Brian Jackson- (Team Jackson Kicking)- Ball State- Lou Groza Semi Finalist 2006, 8 years of Pro Arena Football Experience (7 AFL) - Two National Championships - Team America Kicker for Europe vs America game (2014)
Ryan Coleman- (Special Teams Football Academy)- Lead Long Snapping Instructor- U of MN- 3 year starting snapper- Never missed a snap in 3 years. Big 10 Academic All Conference. Started in 3 bowl games.
Josh Clauer- (Clauer Kicking WI)- Punting Instructor- Former NFL Free Agent- Ravens Tryout.
Garrett Maloney- (Special Teams Football Academy)-St Thomas- 4 Year Starter- All American Punter- Vikings Rookie Mini camp (2014). NFL Free Agent
Jimmie Mattson- (Special Teams Football Academy)- St Johns- 4 Year Starter- All American Kicker- Finalists for numerous top collegiate kicking awards- NFL Free Agent
And more great staff...

Camp Awards for Top Performers

Register Here: Kicker/Punter ($375) and Long Snappers ($275) Registration.

See what other satisfied parents and athletes have to say: Parent Testimonials of Youth Kicker, Punter, 1st Year Student of STFA and a Kicker Testimonial.

For more information please contact us!

Coach Chris Husby

Professional Kicking Coach and Owner

Special Teams Football Academy

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