Sports Camp

Learn New Skills & Abilities

Campers work hard, have fun, learn new skills, and perfect the old ones. Camp Webb’s coaching staff includes Webb School coaches, local private coaches, and other local high school instructors. All Sports Camps run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Campers who cannot be picked up by 2:15 p.m. may attend our fun Aftercare program.

Camp Webb Knoxville offers numerous sports camps throughout the summer. Just a few interests our camps offer are: Basketball, football, tennis, soccer, gymnastics, dance, cheerleading, lacrosse, and more! Check back in February to view a full listing of this year’s camps in our 2020 brochure!

Examples of Sports Camps Offered

BASEBALL CAMP

Ages: Entering grades 3-6

Directors: Jordan Wormsley, Webb head varsity baseball coach, and Graham Lischer, Webb varsity baseball player

Join the coaches and players of the Webb Spartan baseball team for a week of baseball instruction. The goal of this week is for campers to benefit from a fun atmosphere while increasing their baseball knowledge and perfecting their skills. In addition to skill development, campers will learn more about game situations during simulated games. Proceeds from this camp will go to the American Cancer Society.

BOOM! IT’S GAME TIME

Ages: Entering grades 1-4

Directors: Dodie Montgomery and Jeana Jarmon, Webb Lower School teachers

Are you game for an awesome week led by the dynamic duo of Coach Montgomery and Mrs. Jarmon? BOOM! It’s Game Time! Would you like to rule in “Ultimate Domination,” snatch some loot from the opponent’s treasure chest or block your opponent’s pinball shot on the scooter board? Join this high-energy, high-action week that will be jampacked with your favorite P.E. games.

CHEER, STUNT & TUMBLE

Ages: Entering kindergarten-4th grade

Director: Barbara Roark, local teacher and cheer instructor

Go Camp Webb! Campers will be trained in the fundamentals as they learn motions, cheers, chants, and stunts. Separated into groups according to age and ability, campers will work on individual skills and group dynamics. Coach Roark has a wealth of experience, including 17 years as a cheerleading coach, a Junior Olympics qualification and multiple state championship appearances. She will be assisted by her daughters and former Adventure Camp counselors Tascha Roark Fyke and Kelsye Roark Shell. Make sure to bring your spirit!

CLASH OF THE TITANS

Ages: Entering grades 2-6

Director: Jay Moore, Webb Middle School P.E. teacher and assistant varsity football coach

Back by popular demand – a week of everyone’s favorite games. Campers will participate in Poison Ball tournaments inside and then head outdoors to play favorites like Capture the Flag and flag football. Variations on Poison Ball will be played with Gator Skin balls (non-sting). Be sure to wear sneakers and bring a water bottle.

FOOTBALL/BASKETBALL CAMP

Ages: Entering grades 4-8

Directors: David Meske, Webb head varsity football coach and athletic director, and Ricky Norris, Webb head varsity boys’ basketball coach and Upper School dean of students

Tired of focusing on just one sport? Want to be a well-rounded athlete? Join Coach David Meske and Coach Ricky Norris for a week of football and basketball improvement. We’ll concentrate on individual skill development and each camper’s ability to play within a team structure.

GET YOUR GAME ON!

Ages: Entering grades 1-3

Director: Dodie Montgomery, Webb Lower School P.E. teacher

What could be better than spending the entire day playing games? Coach Montgomery will lead your child on a thrill ride, featuring some of our campers’ favorite games plus some brand-new activities. Expect the return of the scooter board games, parachute activities and games with the Kin-Ball. Activities will take place indoors and outdoors.

GIRLS SOCCER CAMP: SOCCERPALOOZA!

Ages: Girls entering kindergarten-5th grade

Director: Jen Longnecker, former Webb varsity girls’ soccer coach

This camp is a fun-filled week of total soccer. Campers will be taught the technical as well as tactical skills necessary to succeed in the game of soccer. Through fun games and competitions, campers will not only improve their soccer skills, but will also have fun, make new friends and increase their love for the game.

GYMNASTICS GALORE

Ages: Entering kindergarten-4th grade

Director: Barbara Roark, local teacher and cheer instructor

Do you love to do back walkovers and roundoffs? Get ready for a week of the balance beam, rolls, handstands, and more! Coach Roark is certified to coach gymnastics and has instructed young gymnasts for more than 19 years. She will be assisted by her daughters and former Adventure Camp counselors Tascha Roark Fyke and Kelsye Roark Shell. Coach Roark will group campers by age and ability to teach the fundamentals. Join us for a week of fun and flexibility!

MESKE FOOTBALL CAMP

Ages: Entering grades 1-5

Director: David Meske, Webb head varsity football coach and athletic director It’s football time at Camp Webb!

Coach Meske and his staff will guide campers through all the basics of beginning football while keeping in mind that each child is unique and develops at his/her own pace. This program stresses lessons of value that reach far beyond the playing field, such as: self-discipline, teamwork, concentration, friendship, and leadership. This camp is non-contact, but hard work. Campers will need to bring cleats.

NOTHIN’ BUT NET: BASKETBALL CAMP

Ages: Boys entering grades 3-5

Director: Ricky Norris, Webb head varsity boys’ basketball coach and Upper School dean of students

The Nothin’ But Net basketball camp is designed specifically to teach younger players the basic fundamentals of basketball. Camp staff members will create a competitive basketball environment that is designed to allow each camper the opportunity to improve his skills during the week. Campers will also be taught the value of sportsmanship and how to accept winning and losing. Our hope is that each camper develops an excitement for sports and an appreciation for being part of a team.

SPARTAN SPIRIT CHEER & DANCE

Ages: Girls entering grades 3-6

Director: Susie Norris, Webb varsity cheer and dance team coach

Go, Green, Go! Get the full Spartan Spirit experience during this week of learning the basics of being on both a cheer squad and a dance team. Coach Norris has over 20 years of coaching experience. She is an NCA instructor and has choreographed for school, All-Star and college programs. Each camp day will be filled with cheers, stunts, dances, tumbling, technical class, hip-hop, jazz pom, sign making, and teamwork activities. The week will culminate with a pep rally for the rest of Camp Webb. This camp is great preparation for someone interested in cheering and dancing in middle school.

TENNIS CAMP

Director: Jimmy Pitkanen, Webb head varsity tennis coach

Campers will participate in tennis drills, learn to keep score and play! They will also enjoy our tennis-themed games, which will help develop athletic skills and coordination. Players are grouped according to skill level and age. Coach Pitkanen and his staff will lead campers through an exciting and rewarding week. Campers will also enjoy some time at the pool.

TODD KELLEY JR. FOOTBALL CAMP

Age: Entering grades 5-8

Director: Todd Kelly, Jr., former Webb Student and Division I Student-Athlete

Ready to up your game to the next level? Join former Webb School and University of Tennessee football player Todd Kelly Jr. and his staff for three days of non-contact football. The purpose of this camp is to build on the fundamentals of football. This includes: stance & starts, footwork & steps, and offensive and defensive skills. Campers will also enjoy fun team-oriented scrimmages and exposure to positive personal development through the game of football. Todd Kelly Jr. and his staff will model and instruct campers in football, but also leadership, sportsmanship, and teamwork. Campers will need to bring cleats and a water bottle.

VOLLEYBALL CAMP

Ages: Girls entering grades 5-8

Director: Deidre Keeble, local private coach

Campers are trained on the fundamentals of volleyball, including spiking, serving and passing. Team concepts will also be incorporated into individual skills training. Coach Keeble, along with Webb’s state championship coaches, will teach campers to apply the skills required in games and competitions during all five days of this camp. This is a great opportunity to learn and continue to develop the fundamentals of volleyball within a fun and encouraging atmosphere.

WEBB BASKETBALL CAMP

Ages: Boys entering grades 6-8

Director: Ricky Norris, Webb head varsity boys’ basketball coach and Upper School dean of students

Webb Basketball Camp has been recognized as one of the best basketball fundamentals camps in the area. Camp enrollment is limited to achieve a 1:8 coach-to-player ratio. Players learn individual drills that will enhance performance. Campers of all skill levels are encouraged to attend; however, participants should have a serious desire to become better basketball players.

WEBB SOCCER CAMP

Ages: Entering grades 5-8

Director: Jared Ziegler, Webb head varsity boys’ soccer coach and Upper School teacher

At camp, players practice individual skill drills and learn team concepts through on-field work and video sessions that will enhance performance. This camp is great preparation for someone interested in playing soccer in middle school or high school. Coach Ziegler has been coaching and teaching at Webb for five years and has earned two state soccer championships and PrepXtra Coach of the Year honors in his time with the program. Coach Ziegler graduated from and played soccer at Wofford College (2009 regular season and tournament champions, and NCAA tournament participant). Wofford recognized him in 2016 as its soccer alumnus of the year. Campers of all skill levels are encouraged to attend; however, participants should have a serious desire to become better soccer players. Campers should bring cleats, shin guards and sneakers.

WEBB SPARTAN BASKETBALL CAMP

Ages: Entering grades 3-8

Directors: Shelley Collier, Webb head varsity girls’ basketball coach and assistant athletic director, and the Lady Spartan coaching staff

Back again for another year, this co-ed camp focuses on basic skills and fundamentals, including shooting technique, ball handling, passing and catching, footwork, and defense. Offensive skills for post and guard positions are emphasized as well. Lady Spartan players will assist; they will also entertain the campers with skits galore! Mark your calendar for this week of basketball “where learning is fun and winning is in the details.”