Flank Midfield Camp (60 Participants - All Ages)

The latest in our position-specific camps: the flank midfield camp focuses on wide midfield positions (“outside” “wing”). Topics covered include how to attack, defend, and transition effectively; combination play to attack, effective crossing; switching roles; using width; running with the ball; improving confidence in 1v1 situations; and channeling attackers. Three groups of 20 participants will be given low player/coach ratio training from our top coaches with flank play experience.

• 3:00pm-5:00pm October 19th (Commons Turf Field)
• 3:00pm-5:00pm October 26th (Commons Turf Field)
• 3:00pm-5:00pm November 2th (Commons Turf Field)
• 3:00pm-5:00pm November 9th (Commons Blue #2)

Central Midfield Camp (60 Participants - All Ages)

In the fall we will move our position-specific focus to the midfield, with two courses, each running for four weeks. The first will focus on central (“inside”) midfield positions. Lessons will address how to attack, defend, and transition effectively; reading the game; maintain possession; when and how to penetrate; being the playmaker; effective communication; and support, and combination play. Three groups of 20 participants will be given low player/coach ratio training from our top coaches with central midfield experience.

• 3:00pm-5:00pm September 21st (Commons Turf Field)
• 3:00pm-5:00pm September 28th (Commons Turf Field)
• 3:00pm-5:00pm October 5th (Commons Turf Field)
• 3:00pm-5:00pm October 12th (Commons Blue #2)

Parent Camp (40 Participants - Parents)

We were at the fields a few weeks ago when a parent remarked that it was frustrating that when they played soccer in their backyard with their kids they were not confident that they were using the right techniques for kicking the ball. Jeff and I thought about it for a few days and our Parent Camp was born! The four hour course is spread over two evenings and covers dribbling, passing, tackling, finishing, and goal keeping for beginners.

Defender Camp (60 Participants - All Ages)

Following on from the success of the Striker Camp, Broomfield developed a camp aimed specifically at defending. Topics included tackling, recovery, defensive shape, systems of play, dealing with set pieces, dealing with crosses, and developing an offside trap.Three groups of 20 participants were given a four week course of instruction from coaches with a history of playing defensive positions.

Striker Camp (60 Participants - All Ages)

As part of the club's new long term plan to broaden the range of opportunities we offer to our players, a striker-specific camp was piloted in March. Three groups of 20 participants were given a four week course of instruction from coaches with a history of playing attacking positions. Sign-up proved so popular that we plan to run it again later in the season.

Psychology Course (10 Participants - U14+)

As far as we know, Broomfield are the only club in the state to offer an intensive eight week psychology course to our players. This is entirely classroom-based and includes presentations, group exercises, individual analysis, and concluded with a session from the US National Team sports psychologist. Topics covered include mental preparation for games, concentration, visualization, and team motivation. We will be running the course several times this year.

Referee Course (41 Participants - U13+)

Blast hosted a Grade 8 referee class over a weekend in February. 41 candidates took part and successfully passed the course, providing us with a wealth of new talent for our referee pool. Mike and Dianna did a great job of explaining the intricacies and subtle nuances of the laws over what was a very productive weekend. Given the popularity of the course, we hope to run another class in the summer.

Fitness Camp (200+ Participants - All ages)

Our pre-season fitness camp ran for the week of February 11-15th at Broomfield High School. Over 200 players took part from all age groups. Themes included endurance, strength, stamina, and technique. A large number of coaches helped out with running sessions designed by Director of Coaching Jeff Carroll.

Speed Camp (150+ Participants - All ages)

The winter speed camp ran from December-January and had over 150 participants aged 11-18. Paul Rask set out a challenging program, which aimed to provide attendees with the tools to be able to work on their speed. Correct ladder technique, resistance training, and grid drills were taught, as well as warm-up and cool-down routines. With such a positive turnout, it is hoped to run the course again over the summer and at other times throughout the year.

Below are some photos from the camp. Instructors included Paul and Aaron Rask, Jeff Carroll, and James Davies, with help from Sloan, Jesse, and Bacarra.