Kicking Camp Date(s) & Location(s)

Merrimack College
June 28, 2010
North Andover, MA

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Kicker, New England Patriots

During the 2007 campaign, Gostkowski broke the record for most PAT's made in a season, kicking 74 out of 74 extra points

In October of 2008, Gostkowski was named AFC Special Teams Player of the Month. He went on that season to lead all kickers in field goals with 36, and also led the NFL in scoring with 148 points. The Associated Press voted him to the All-Pro First Team and Stephen was elected to his first Pro Bowl.

Stephen finished the 2009 regular season kicking 47-47 in extra points, 26-31 in field goals, and ranked 6th in the NFL with 125 total points.

Mat JohnsonFormer Kicker, Northeastern University

In high school, Johnson converted 100 percent of his field goal attempts, including a career-long 52-yarder. He was named All-Conference First-Team and won the Chris Sailer Kicking Competition in Las Vegas by setting a competition record for field goal accuracy among high school seniors and junior college kickers.

After high school, Johnson kicked for the Northeastern University Huskies, where during his senior season at Northeastern University he was a perfect 6-for-6 in field goals and 22-for-22 in PATs for a team-leading 40 points. He ended his college career with 161 points, good for ninth all-time in program history.

Connor McCormickFormer Kicker, University of New Hampshire

McCormick was a four year kicker at the University of New Hampshire, starting every game for the Wildcats since his freshman year. As a senior, McCormick was voted All-Conference after going a perfect 8 for 8 on field goals from 40 yards and under, and 69 for 71 on extra points on the season. He broke many school records as a Wildcat, including most field goals in a career, highest career field goal percentage, and most extra points in a career.

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.