Congratulations to the following College Soccer Training Center Alums on their 2007 seasons:
Carl Pett, Northwestern University, 1st Team All Big Ten
Rashawn McKenzie, Michigan State University, 1st Team All Big Ten
Misha Rosenthal, Northwestern University, 2nd Team All Big Ten
Piero Bellizzi, Northwestern University, Big Ten Freshman of the Year
Dan Belke, Colgate University, Patriot League Player of the Year
Iradj Farahmand, Loyola University, Horizon League Player of the Year
Neil Hlavaty, Boston University, America East Player of the Year
College Soccer Training Center -Take Your Game to the Next Level
A Message from the Director
Dear Future College Soccer Player: Within the next year or two, you will be making the transition form playing High School, ODP, and Club soccer to playing college. No matter what level at which you eventually play, Division I, II, or III, there will different physical, technical, tactical and psychological demands than you have experienced to date. The purpose of the College Soccer Training Center (CSTC) at Northwestern University is to eliminate or at least reduce the learning curve. This will help to prepare for the difficult adjustment that lies ahead, that is, making the transition from High School star to a successful college player. Having coached college programs at Division III, Mid-major Division I, and now in the Big Ten, we will be able give you an accurate assessment of where your best chance for success lies.
In speaking with my fellow college coaches, all seem to agree on one thing. The number one reason incoming freshman struggle their first year is that they are unaware and unprepared for what is in store. Often times a first year player has only one or two days to make an impression on a college coach, before being relegated to the bench or even worse let go from the team.
What we do at CSTC is provide an accurate picture of what college soccer will be like. We will teach the mental and physical skills to give you the advantage over other future freshman. There is no juggling contest or “Camper of the Week”, but what we will do is put you through a speed training session, teach the value of and proper way to weight train, test overall fitness using the “Beep Test” and teach the mental toughness techniques that often separates those who succeed in college from those who do not.
We guarantee it will be four days that forever change the way you approach your soccer career. Hope to see you this summer. Best wishes for continued success in soccer.
Tim Lenahan, Director
“Coach Lenahan, I thought you would like to know how much those four days at the College Soccer Training Center have done for me in my athletic success. Your coaching has inspired me to become a better player and overall person in the end. I learned a lot about soccer in the time I attended your session, but I think I learned more about "hating to lose" than anything else. Before coming to Northwestern I had never been around such a competitive environment and I've taken that experience and benefited tremendously. I recently shared your "hate to lose" speech with my struggling team, and fully credited you with the idea. I hope it does for them what it has done for me. Best wishes and Thanks again!”
“I thought you would like to know how much those four days at the College Soccer Training Center have done for me in my athletic success. Your coaching has inspired me to become a better player and overall person in the end.“
“Just wanted to let you know that our son tried out and was selected for the ODP state team this past Saturday. As my son informed me, his training at your College Soccer Training Center prepared him in a way that no other camp ever has and contributed to his ODP selection.”
“Hardcore and Intense. I can’t wait to come back next year”
“I just wanted to tell you that the College Soccer Training Center was great. It was a lot more than I expected, but I loved every minute of it. The passion and enthusiasm that you bring to the game, along with the rest of the NU coaching staff is unbelievable. For the whole staff have that degree of intensity is great”.
"I never knew working that hard would be that rewarding. I left the College Soccer Training Center exhausted, but more importantly, a better player. There is no question this is the best camp I ever attended."
"After attending the CSTC, I had six coaches contact me about attending their school. Thanks for a great week of camp and getting great exposure "
College Soccer Training Center (CSTC) Schedule
| Day 1 - July 10 | ||||
| 12:00PM | 2:00PM | Check-In | ||
| 12:30PM | Shuttle Leaves O'Hare & Midway | |||
| 2:15PM | 2:45PM | Camp Meeting | ||
| 3:00PM | 6:00PM | Team Training | ||
| 3:30PM |
5:30PM | Goalkeeper Training | ||
| 6:15PM | 8:30PM | Friendly Matches | ||
| 9:00PM | 10:00PM | Guest Speaker | ||
| 11:00PM | Lights Out | |||
| Day 2 - July 11 | ||||
| 7:00AM | 8:00AM | Multi-Stage Fitness Test | ||
| 7:00AM | 9:00AM | Goalkeeper Training | ||
| 7:00AM | 8:30AM | Breakfast | ||
| 9:00AM | 11:30AM | League Matches | ||
| 12:00PM | 1:00PM | Lunch | ||
| 1:00PM | 4:00PM | Team Training | ||
| 1:00PM | 4:00PM | Goalkeeper Training | ||
| 4:30PM | 6:00PM | Dinner | ||
| 6:00PM | 8:15PM | League Matches | ||
| 9:00PM | 10:00PM | Guest Speaker | ||
| 11:00PM | Lights Out | |||
| Day 3 - July 12 | ||||
| 7:00AM | 8:00AM | Speed Training | ||
| 7:00AM | 9:00AM | Goalkeeper Training | ||
| 7:00AM | 8:30AM | Breakfast | ||
| 9:00AM | 11:30AM | League Matches | ||
| 12:00PM | 1:00PM | Lunch | ||
| 1:30PM | 4:00PM | League Playoff Matches | ||
| 5:00PM | 6:00PM | Dinner | ||
| 5:00PM | 5:45PM | Dinner | ||
| 6:30PM | 9:00PM | All Star Games | ||
| 9:00PM | 10:00PM | Guest Speaker | ||
| 11:00PM | Lights Out | |||
| Day 4 - July 13 | ||||
| 7:00AM | 8:00AM | Breakfast | ||
| 8:30AM | Room Check | |||
| 9:00AM | 10:15AM | 2nd Chance 7v7 Tournament | ||
| 9:00AM | 10:15AM | Championship Match | ||
| 10:30AM | 11:10AM | Closing Ceremonies | ||
| 11:10AM | 12:00PM | Check-Out | ||
| 12:30PM | Shuttle Leaves for O'Hare & Midway | |||
Q: Where have previous players that have attended the College Soccer Training Center gone on to play college soccer?
A: Many of the College Soccer Training Center campers go on to play college soccer at one level or another. A sample of schools that camp alumni have attended are: Northwestern, Wake Forest, Indiana, Maryland, Wisconsin, New Mexico, St. Louis, Michigan State, DePaul, Cornell, Michigan, Bucknell, Lafayette, Rutgers, Loyola, Butler, Colgate, Duquesne, and many others. Some have even gone on be All-League, All-American, and professional players. Others have used camp to become better high school and club players.
Q: Is attending a high level camp like the CSTC important in the recruiting process?
A: College coaches more and more are using their camps as a primary recruiting tool. Almost 1/2 of the current Northwestern roster, as well as MLS Draft Pick Brad North, attended the CSTC. Coaches get a great feel for your work ethic, personality, and desire. Often times when playing for your club team, a college coach will only get to see 1/2 of a game and maybe won't get to see you at your best. The CSTC allows 4 days of exposure.
Q: What is the principle philosophy of the College Soccer Training Center ?
A: Most importantly, it is to expose participants to what a genuine College preseason is like. Many of the participants are incoming college freshman, so those who attend will be able to see how they “match up” with Division I scholarship players. You’ll be treated like a college player from the moment you arrive with the expectations that go with it.
Q: What do players do with their spare time ?
A: Just like a college preseason, there is no spare time. Between speed training, fitness testing, field training, eating and guest speakers in the evening, there is no trouble getting players to have lights out by 11:00PM. Since Northwestern is the only Division 1A school with its own beach, we have daily access if time allows.
Q: What college coaches will I be exposed to ?
A: In addition to the Northwestern Coaching Staff, we have included some of the top coaches from Division I, II, and III on our staff. In addition, various coaches throughout the Midwest attend some of our competitions looking for future players. You may want to update them that you are attending the camp with the date and time. We will have a full roster of coaches working the camp within the next few months. Please view our staff page for a list of coaches
Q: Will the CSTC provide advice on the recruiting process ?
A: Our coaches will provide a detailed seminar on the recruiting process. In addition, the CSTC coaching staff will serve as references for you. Since, we provide a detailed and honest evaluation of your performance, attitude, and work ethic, college coaches are going to be more likely to listen to our recommendations for their program.
