The soccer program at Camp Starlight is headed by Matt – now in his sixth summer here at camp. Prior to camp he worked as Assistant Coach at Rockford College and is looking forward to starting a two year role at a new school in California in August. Originally from the UK, Matt holds a teaching qualification in Sports Studies and obtained his Masters in Phys. Ed while at Rockford. He returns “home” to Starlight every year because thinks we have the best campers in Wayne County, not to mention the impressive floodlit soccer field.
Matt is joined by six other coaches this summer, all working to provide the finest technical skills instruction as well as preparation for both tournaments and Wayne County games. Regular coaching sessions place the emphasis on technique with a range of developmentally appropriate (but fun!) games. Our intra-camp leagues also give our campers the experience and skills in positional awareness only possible in a game based environment. We also have twelve to fourteen soccer teams playing in the Wayne County League each year and we are very proud of our consistent high achievements in our competitive games.
Jessica, an Upper Senior, loves playing soccer here and gives the program a real seal of camper approval. So what does she think makes playing soccer here better than at home? “The staff here give us the time and support to persevere in areas we want to improve. Plus, Matt is so funny it makes training and playing really enjoyable.”
