Norm JohnsonFormer Kicker, Pittsburgh Steelers
Johnson's best season was in 1995, when he led the NFL in field goals made and attempted while also successfully kicking all 39 of his extra point attempts. He then assisted the Steelers to Super Bowl XXX by kicking four field goals in their 40-21 divisional playoff win over the Buffalo Bills and two field goals in their 20-16 win over the Indianapolis Colts in the AFC title game. He also kicked a 46-yard field goal in the Steelers' 27-17 Super Bowl loss to the Dallas Cowboys.
Johnson, also known as “Mr. Automatic,” finished his 18 NFL seasons with 366 of 477 field goals (76%) and 638 of 644 extra points (99%), giving him a total of 1,736 points and placing him eighth all time in the NFL in scoring.
Phil AzarikFormer Punter, Bucknell University
Patriot League Special Teams Player of the Week six times in his tenure at Bucknell
With an average of 40.5 in 2006, 41.1 in 2007, and 40.5 in 2008, Azarik is the only Bucknell punter to ever average over 40 yards per punt more than once
Holds school record with a 40.1 punt average
Brandon McCallFormer Kicker, Grove City College
Took over kickoff duties his freshman year, won all place kicking duties his sophomore year, and bounced back from recovering from a knee injury to average 39 yards per punt in his senior year.
In the spring of his senior season, McCall coached the kickers and punters at Grove City College, where both received all conference honors.
Currently, McCall coaches at South Allegheny High School under head coach Pat Monroe.
Josh LiderFormer Kicker/Punter, Western Washington University and West Virginia University
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
| 7:00 a.m. | - | 8:30 a.m. | Registration |
| 8:30 a.m. | - | 9:00 a.m. | Warm up, stretch, organize by age and skill level |
| 9:00 a.m. | - | 11:00 a.m. | Lectures, kicking & punting instruction and practice drills |
| 11:00 a.m. | - | 11:30 a.m. | Lunch will be provided |
| 11:30 a.m. | - | 1:30 p.m. | Warm up, stretch, lectures, divide into small groups to work on field goals, kick offs and punting. |
(A dual player can participate as a kicker in the morning, then as a punter in the afternoon)
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.
