Midwest Academic 25 Showcase Camp

EXACT Academic 25 ID Camp gives athletes personal interaction & exposure to 25+ college coaches from top academic NCAA programs

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Midwest Academic 25 Showcase Camp

When:

Jul 23 - Jul 25

Who:

8th - 12th grade athletes

Coaches:

25 NCAA Coaches from Top Academic Institutions

Where:

Energy VBC
6352 Howard St, Niles, IL 60714 Google Map View

Standard Tuition	~~900~~
Early Bird Price	589
(Or 3 monthly installment(s) of 215.97)

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Travel & Accommodations

Lodging: Traveling far to get to EXACT? Campers have the option to participate in the residential, overnight program. Typically, 20-40% of campers participate in this optional program. Those interested in lodging can add on during registration. Campers stay in EXACT-supervised accommodations with 1-3 fellow participating players. Friendship requests can be made after enrollment. Included in the EXACT residency option are two nights lodging, dinners, breakfasts and shuttle between the camp facility and the overnight accommodations (plus all the fun you can handle!).

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If You Drive

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In addition to a GPS location, we provide specific directions to all participants in pre-camp materials so you know exactly where to go and when to be there!

If You Fly: The following airport options are most convenient for the event location:

KORD - Chicago O'Hare International Airport: About 7 miles from facility.
KMDW - Chicago Midway International Airport: About 16 miles from facility.

If you are flying home after camp, we recommend booking a flight at 8pm or later if possible. EXACT will not be able to provide rides to and from the airport.

Family Members Traveling with Athletes: If family member(s) would like to stay at our recommended hotel, we often organize a discounted rate (Click Here). Family members are welcome to observe & participate at camp. We have a few sessions designed for family participation including the parent workshop and the recruiting panel However, it is totally optional -- only person that should be there is the athlete!

Athletes Traveling Alone: Players are welcome to travel to the EXACT Showcase Camp without an accompanying family member (though most do arrive with family). Players will have the option to get on the EXACT airport shuttle which will take the athlete from airport to camp (and back to airport after camp ends). Make sure to book your flight to arrive in the airport by 11am and have your departing flight leave after 8pm.

Testimonials

Ellie Rupprecht

Player

This is a great opportunity to showcase your talents in front of top tier college coaches at the next level, it not only allows you to showcase your strengths but also helps you improve upon your weaknesses due to the direct feedback from college coaches. I feel like a better volleyball player after this one day camp!

Mya Terry

Player

I went into this camp not knowing what to expect. I came out, and I loved it. I loved the environment, direct exposure to the coaching staff, and learning new techniques from a variety of different coaches. Everyone here was very positive, and made sure to include everyone.I would definitely recommend the EXACT camp and hope attend one in the near future!

Olivia Singleton

Player

The EXACT Camp is my second exposure camp and it was way bigger and better than my first! It was amazing to be around girls with the same aspirations as me, hopefully I’ll compete against them in the future at the collegiate level. My experience with EXACT has been invaluable and extremely informative. It's definitely the easiest and best way to be exposed to college coaches. Thanks so much EXACT!!

Carosn Fuller

Player

The EXACT camp allowed me to gain valuable college exposure, talk to college coaches, and receive advice about becoming a student athlete. From this camp, I feel more confident in myself because of the positive feedback I received from the coaches, and encouragement from the girls I was with. The 1-on-1 evaluation from a college coach was extremely beneficial and will help me improve to become a more dynamic player!

Meredith Buchanan

Parent

As a parent of a student athlete, this program surpassed all expectations. The staff went beyond our goal of giving not just physical but mental training. They encouraged and critiqued those skills need to make our athlete even better than when she arrived. We all loved attending, and our daughter looks forward to next year or attending another one soon. Thank you for a great experience!

Jacqueline Bienduga

Player

I thought the EXACT Camp really gave me the extra push I needed to become a recruited college athlete. Being able to talk face to face with college coaches made me feel in control of the process. I loved the competition and I think I improved as a player over the course of the days. It was definitely the best camp I attended all summer.

Stephanie Denton

Player

Everyone was amazing and helpful, I enjoyed the exposure to college coaches! I learned so much more during this one day camp than I did during a 3 day camp I attended last year. I would definitely recommend EXACT, it helped me to become a better player overall!

Mariana Rodriguez

Player

I really enjoyed how I was able to meet one on one with every coach, and I was able to show my skills in front of them. I also loved how informational the coaches were about recruiting process, and how I was able to see and experience the different coaching styles. I also enjoyed how there was a coach from every division including NAIA.

Emma Lucciola

Player

I was actually so nervous going into the camp, but once I got the to camp all of my nervousness went away. The coaches were all very nice and the camp was a comfortable place with everyone being very supportive. Not only was it enjoyable, I was able to talk to the coaches one-on-one, and get honest and thoughtful feedback to improve my athletic abilities and talents.

Before attending the EXACT Camp, I was very uneducated about college sports and didn't have a set school I was interested in, but this camp helped me have a better understanding of what to look for in the future.

Elizabeth Schurick

Parent

Your showcase opened my daughter's eyes that she needs to start preparing now to fulfill her dream of being on a collegiate volleyball team. Her attitude is now focused on what she needs to do to achieve her goal. The college coaches were outstanding, and were very informative about what they expect, and do with their teams. It was our first EXACT showcase, but definitely not our last one we will attend in the upcoming future. Our overall experience exceeded our expectations. Thank you for everything, and connecting us to valuable college coaches.

Addy Stearns

Parent

My daughter, Addy (redhead, huge knee brace) was a participant last year. As a parent, I was completely impressed with the professionalism you and your team demonstrated - not to mention your flexibility in the face of crappy weather! I thought the session on how to do a pitch was great, and has proven as invaluable to Addy in college interviews, scholarship interviews and job interviews as it has with coaches. The college coaches' session on D1 and D3 was great, helping to give her more focus on where she wanted to end up. Finally, both the selection of and participation by coaches was far better than we'd anticipated (Rush Street being a short ride away!).

Of course, the proof's in the outcome. Addy met all the coaches she'd "targeted," had a number of further contacts, 3 "official visits," 4 offers and will be attending Smith College as part of Coach Platts' program this fall. Going in, she told me her dream was to "go to a great school and play for a great coach." Thanks for your part in helping her make that happen.

Thank you again,

John Stearns
Edwards, CO

FAQ

When will confirmed coaches be announced?: We are in the process of selecting and confirming coaches now. The confirmed list will be added to the website in the next couple weeks.

This event will feature coaches from some of the top regional institutions. EXACT has the largest college network in the country, as over 1,000 college coaches from top DI, DII, DIII, and NAIA programs around the country have participated in EXACT’s events. Our goal is give athletes maximum exposure to a broad range of college volleyball options.

You can see the coaches we had at our most recent events in the region on this event page by selecting the “EXACT’s College Network” tab which is the second option on the left-side menu.

Are all college coaches listed on the coaching staff actually going to be there?: Yes – EXACT Sports hires all coaches to be on the court instructing and evaluating athletes throughout camp. All coaches listed on the coaching staff are confirmed to participate, instruct, evaluate and get to personally know the players.

Will players have an opportunity to get feedback from college coaches on the coaching staff?: YES! Players begin interacting with college coaches from the moment they arrive at camp. Building personal relationships between players and college coaches is our specialty. One-on-one interaction is emphasized, as college coaches lead all training and game sessions. There is opportunity for feedback during training sessions, gameplay, lunch, and post camp. Each player will also meet 1-on-1 with a college coach for a formal evaluation at the conclusion of camp.

What do players need to bring to camp?: Volleyball equipment to bring includes volleyball appropriate attire, indoor court shoes, kneepads, ball, water bottle, and gym shoes/sandals.

Is there training for Setters?: Yes – the EXACT Volleyball Showcase coaching staff always includes college setting coaches. Setters will participate in setter-specific sessions that are designed and led by college setting coaches.

Can parents watch?: Parents are more than welcome to attend any of the sessions throughout the day. This includes, training, afternoon game-play, and informational meetings (parent meeting and recruiting informational session).

What is EXACT's Cancellation Policy?: Because our camps have a limited capacity, we cannot offer refunds to campers who cancel for any reason. However, during registration you may purchase "No Questions Asked" (NQA) cancellation insurance that will allow you to receive a refund in the event that you are unable to attend the camp.

For those that do not purchase NQA cancellation insurance, we are only able to offer you a transfer of your registration fee less a credit transfer fee to cover EXACT's incurred event costs. Transfer fee is 20% (when notified 14+ days out) or 35% (when notified 1-14 days out from camp). The credit will be stored on your email address and can be applied to any open EXACT camp within 12 months. There is no credit provided to no-shows at the camp, so please notify us early!

If you are already registered and need to cancel, please go to https://mycamp.exactsports.com/. Click here to learn about our weather policy. For additional information email director@exactsports.com.

Open Enrollment Camp (NCAA): Yes, all EXACT events are open enrollment, complying with NCAA bylaws, allowing any and all athletes to participate. To read more about EXACT's approach to NCAA compliance and how we manage a positive training experience, click here: https://exactsports.com/ncaa-compliant/

NCAA Compliance: Yes, EXACT takes great care in ensuring compliance with NCAA rules, as college coaches are interacting and training with players on the field. In accordance with NCAA rules, EXACT camps are open to any and all that would like to attend, but may limit attendance based on several factors, such as age, number and grade level. however, camp attendance at EXACT is never restricted by a camper's skill level or competitive experience. More information on NCAA compliance can be found here: https://exactsports.com/ncaa-compliant/

My question is not covered here. Is there someone I can speak to at EXACT Sports?: Yes, the best way to reach us is to email us at Director@exactsports.com. We aim to respond to all inquiries within 2 business days (but it is usually much quicker!).

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No Questions Asked Cancellation Insurance

Because our camps have a limited capacity, we cannot offer refunds to campers who cancel for any reason (whether it be injury, illness, family emergency or otherwise). However, you may purchase a cancellation insurance policy that will allow you to receive a full refund of your camp tuition in the event that you are unable to attend.

Please note that without exception, you will receive a transfer of your registration fee to another open camp within 12 months if you cancel without the insurance. If you purchase NQA, you will receive a cash refund to your credit card. Otherwise, for those that do not purchase NQA insurance, you will received a reduced future credit toward camp. As EXACT incurs event costs (travel & stipends to college coaches, facility, apparel, EXACT equipment & transportation costs and all of the many associated costs it takes to organize), you will receive an 80% camp credit (when cancelling 14+ days out) or 65% camp credit (when cancelling 1-14 days out from camp). There is no credit provided to no-shows, so please notify us early.

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Residential Option

Traveling far to get to EXACT? Campers have the option to participate in the residential, overnight program. Typically, 20-40% of campers participate in this optional program. The other 60-80% typically bring a family member. EXACT events are open to parents & family members -- we encourage interaction & observation from the athlete's family.

Whether the athlete comes SOLO and does the residential program or comes WITH FAMILY, we guarantee that exposure and training will be superior to anything previously experienced. Those interested in lodging can add on during registration. Campers stay in EXACT-supervised accommodations with 1-3 fellow participating players. Friendship requests can be made to director@exactsports.com. Included in the EXACT residency option are two nights lodging, dinners, breakfasts and shuttle between the camp game fields and the overnight accommodations (plus all the fun you can handle!).

NOTE: If you select the "No Questions Asked Cancellation Insurance" option and this residency option, when you want to cancel within 14 days of camp you will be unable to refund the cost of the residency.

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FACTS ABOUT EXACT VOLLEYBALL

When will confirmed coaches be announced?

Are all college coaches listed on the coaching staff actually going to be there?

Will players have an opportunity to get feedback from college coaches on the coaching staff?

What do players need to bring to camp?

Is there training for Setters?

Can parents watch?

What is EXACT's Cancellation Policy?

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NCAA Compliance

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