MIDDLETOWN, Pa. – This summer, Penn State Harrisburg is offering seven unique summer camps for both boys and girls across five sports.  The school will be conducting the camps under the leadership of five of the Lions’ head coaches.  Penn State Harrisburg is offering a variety of packages, including overnight and commuter programs, as well as full day and half day outings, depending on the sport chosen.  Aspects of each sport will be covered, including skill-building, game situations and sportsmanship. 

Scholarship and discount opportunities are also available:

• Penn State University employees receive a 10% discount. 

• Scholarships up to 50% off are available if your family qualifies for the "Free and Reduced Meal Program."

• Two or more participants from the same immediate family are eligible for a 10% discount.  

• Two or more participants from the same sports team/club are eligible for a 10% discount.

• You must contact us at hbgathletics@psu.edu or call 717-948-6744 to receive these scholarship/discount codes.

See each camp profile below for more information.

Don Friday Boys’ Basketball Camp

Date/Grades: June 26-29, K-12

Time: 8:45 a.m. – 8:45 p.m.

Price: $350 residential (all meals included), $270 commuter full day (lunch & dinner), $210 commuter part day (lunch only)

Penn State Harrisburg head coach Don Friday brings together outstanding coaches and educators to participate at the school’s basketball facility.  Campers will receive individual attention with an emphasis on improving fundamental skills necessary to play successful basketball.  Players come in all ages, sizes and abilities with varying needs.  Sessions are structured to meet each camper’s individual needs, regardless of skill level.

Penn State Tennis Academy

Dates: June 23-27

Grades: 5-12

Time: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Price: $150

Penn State Harrisburg’s Tennis Academy is designed for all players who have the desire to learn the game, as well as those more experienced players at the high school level.  For the novice player, fundamentals, mechanical techniques, and introductions to footwork and court sense will be taught.  For the advanced player, technical and tactical improvement, speed and footwork, shot selection and offense/defense will be highlighted.  Players will be broken into skill appropriate groups to work on improving during the week.  Both singles and doubles tactics will be addressed.  Skill building is achieved through basic mechanical drills, play-based games and match play. 

Baseball Camp

Date: July 7-11

Grades: 1-12

Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Price: $90

Participants will learn fundamentals as taught by head coach Ryan Bown, assistant coaches and Penn State Harrisburg student-athletes.  All facets of baseball will be covered, including hitting, throwing, fielding, pitching, catching, base running, bunting, defense, game situations and more.  Campers will receive individual instruction while participating in drills, games and live competition.

Tonya Dengler’s Softball Camp

Date: July 7-11

Grades: 1-8

Time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Price: $140

Instructed by head coach Tonya Dengler and staff, campers will participate in a variety of drills and activities to improve fundamental skills as well as teach sportsmanship, leadership and teamwork.  Daily instruction focuses on the development of skills including throwing, batting, pitching, fielding and base running.  Campers will receive individual instruction, play team games and face live competition daily. 

Soccer Camp For Boys and Girls

Date: July 14-18

Grades: 2-8

Time: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Price: $210 (lunch included)

Penn State Harrisburg’s summer camp is specifically designed for boys and girls entering grades 2-8 that are looking to have a great time at soccer camp.  The program is designed to focus on learning proper ball skills as well as learning the mental side of the game.  Penn State Harrisburg’s staff includes coaches with professional playing and coaching experience.  College soccer players will be assisting in camp coaching while college level coaches will be in charge of each group.  Head women’s soccer coach Adam Clay will be acting as the camp director.