Kicking Camp Date(s) & Location(s)

Benedictine University
June 24, 2010
Lisle, IL

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Jason RedaFormer Kicker, University of Illinois

In high school, Jason was named to all-state, all-conference and all-metro teams, and was named to the Illinois Football Dream Team by the IHSA. A year after being named to The Sporting News Freshman All-Big Ten, he led the team in scoring in 2006 with 69 points, earning him honorable mention All-Big Ten honors by both the coaches and media. In his senior year, he made 16 of his 18 attempted field goals, making three out of his three attempted field goals over 50 yards, and in his final game at Illinois, he kicked both PAT's and added a 28 yard field goal in the 2008 Rose Bowl against USC.

Brett LarsonFormer Punter, University of Illinois

Brett was a member of the Illinois Football Team and starting punter from 1992 through 1995. During his playing career he earned All-Big Ten Conference honors in 1995. He also played in the John Hancock Bowl, Holiday Bowl, and Liberty Bowl.

Kyle YeltonFormer Punter, University of Illinois

In high school, Kyle was named Associated Press All-State, Indiana Football Coaches Association All-State, PrepStar All-Midwest Region and Scout.com had ranked him the third best punter in the nation. He went on to punt for the University of Illinois in 2006, where in one game at Penn State he punted 5 times for a career-best 42.2 yard average. He also booted a career best 57 yard punt in a game against Indiana.

Sports International hosts Kicking & Punting Camps all over the country for players ages 10-21.  These camps give each participant personalized instruction in the disciplines of kicking & punting.  Each camp has a top current and/or former NFL player in each position that works with the players to share the knowledge they have obtained in the professional arena.  In addition, the staff is rounded out with specialized college coaches, high school coaches, and former college kickers & punters at the top of their field.  In order to help each participant reach their fullest potential we provide them with the proper kicking & punting techniques.  If you are trying to get an edge at your position this camp is for you.

• Participants will receive coaching from instructors who have experience in college and/or professional football.
• Individual instruction in kickoffs, field goal kicking, punting, flexibility and stretching are available.
• Observe demonstrations by specialists at the top of their field during technique sessions.
• Practice and compete with other talented athletes.  Being able to compare skills is a valuable learning experience.  Learn to thrive and survive in pressure situations.
• At our camps we work with each individual to answer any questions they may have and ensure participants are working to their maximum potential.  We hope to educate our participants so they will be able to coach themselves.

Field Goals and Extra Points

• How to minimize operation time without rushing the kicking motion
• Field goals from the hash
• Learning how to communicate with the holder
• Learn when to start the approach towards the kicking spot
• Correct approach steps

Kick Offs

• Onside kicks
• Directional kicking
• Hang time and distance
• Pooch kicks
• Correct approach steps

• Correct way to catch a snap and drop the ball
• Hang time and distance
• Corner punts
• Punting out of the end zone
• Directional punting
• Punting with or against the wind
• Effective stepping patterns
• How to minimize operation time without rushing the punting motion

Participants will need the following equipment: football shoes, a leather football, kicking tee, holder, and a block. Sunscreen is also recommended.

Enrollment will be limited so that each participant can have a more personalized experience!  Total camp tuition for participants also attending a Sports International 4 day camp is $159.97.  For participants not attending a Sports International 4 day camp total camp tuition is $199.97. For only a $55.97 deposit (includes $6 processing fee) you can reserve a spot in the Kicking & Punting Camp.   Deposit is non-refundable.  The camp tuition fee includes the Kicking & Punting Camp, lunch, and participants also attending a 4-day camp will be allowed to complete registration early.