The UBC Thunderbirds’ Best in the West Football Camp is coming to Woodcote Park in Courtenay on May 19-20.
The camp is for ages 11 to 18 and all positions and skill levels are welcome. Full gear and full contact is featured, and cost is $125.
Providing the instruction will be University of British Columbia coaching staff, including head coach Shawn Olson (quarterbacks), Jamie Stoddard (receivers), Paul Orazietti (running backs), Neil Cartwright (offensive linemen), Daved Benefield (defensive lineman), Jerome Erdman (linebackers) and Chris Hoople (defensive backs).
BC Lions’ Angus Reid will be working with the offensive linemen, and local organizers say there will be another special guest pro player at the camp as well.
To register or for more information, go to www.ubcfootball.com.
According to the Thunderbird website, the Best in the West camps focus on positional fundamentals and skill the development taught by former professional players and UBC coaches. The camp will cater to both elite players as well as inexperienced players through the use of multiple coaches.
Jerseys and lunch are provided. Players are advised to dress for the worst case scenario when it comes to the weather as all sessions will be held outside.
Consent and medical forms must be completed prior to the start of camp by a parent or a guardian or players will not be able to participate.
The forms are available on the UBC website.
