EXACT Exposure Camps give athletes personal interaction & exposure to college coaches from top NCAA programs.
A great showcase camp is more than just exposure.
There's exposure...and then there's real, personal connection. At EXACT, you meet with top coaches from the minute you arrive, making this the best place for aspiring college soccer players. The college coaches work with you to evaluate your ability as a player and get to know you as an individual.
Get a digital evaluation from a college coach at the conclusion of camp. This shareable evaluation highlights your strengths and tells you exactly what you need to improve to get recruited.
Build skills for leadership, focus, and handling adversity on and off the field. Based on training used by hundreds of pro and college teams.
Get the tools and insights you need to stand out during recruitment.
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Coaches run training sessions similar to the sessions you would attend in their program. Experience first-hand which coaches you most connect with and what it's like to be on a college team.
Over 1,000 NCAA D1, D2, D3 and NAIA coaches in EXACT's network have access to your gameplay footage from camp. Video packages, including highlight reels, are available for campers.
Assistant Coach
csendincastelao@eiu.edu
Eastern Illinois
Division 1
Alma Mater: University of Dayton, 2016
Hometown: Madrid, Spain
Misc.: Played college soccer at West Virginia Tech and University of Dayton... won USCAA National Championship at West Virginia Tech... won A-10 Tournament Championship at Dayton... volunteer assistant men's soccer coach at Dayton...
Assistant Coach
gillisd@beloit.edu
Beloit
Division 3
Duncan Gillis, a 2014 Beloit College graduate and four-year letterwinner on the Buccaneer Mens Soccer team, was named Head Coach for the Mens Soccer program in December of 2016.
He graduated from Beloit in the Spring of 2014 Summa Cum Laude with a double major in Spanish and Education and Youth Studies and a Philosophy minor. He completed his degree with student teaching at Beloit Memorial High School during the 2014-15 school year, advancing from assisting and observing to full-time teaching.
During the 2014 season with the Bucs Gillis was a part-time assistant, helping to designing practice sessions, determine training objectives, provided tactical analysis before and during games, and handling administrative issues. Gillis prior coaching experience, in addition to his season with the Buccaneers, were as an assistant coach for Impact United Soccer Club and Joga Futebol Clube in his hometown of Salt Lake City, Utah, from 2009-14.
He earned Second Team All-Midwest Conference honors as a midfielder during his senior season for the Buccaneers.
Assistant Coach
tyler.oliver@elmhurst.edu
Elmhurst
Division 3
Played two years of collegiate soccer at Eastern Illinois University, leading the team in goals and points during his sophomore year. He closed his collegiate career by playing at the University of St. Thomas and helping the Tommies earn four conference titles and reach the final four in 2016 and the elite eight in 2017.
Assistant Coach
areynolds@noctrl.edu
North Central (IL)
Division 3
Aidan Reynolds joined the North Central College coaching staff prior to the 2018-2019 academic year as a graduate assistant coach for the Cardinals' men's soccer program.
Reynolds serves as the Cardinals' recruiting coordinator and video coordinator, reserve team head coach and social media manager, while focusing on defensive concepts as an on-field coach.
Reynolds graduated from DePaul University in 2017 with a bachelor's degree in psychology. He served as an intern for the Blue Demons' men's soccer program from 2015 to 2017 before serving as a graduate assistant during the 2017-2018 academic year.
A native of Livonia, Michigan, Reynolds owns a Class D coaching license from the United States Soccer Federation (USSF). He is enrolled in the Master of Leadership Development program at North Central, with an emphasis in sports leadership.
Head Coach
rlakin@aurora.edu
Aurora
Division 3
Ryan Lakin became the Head Coach of the Aurora University mens soccer program in May of 2014. In his time at AU, Lakin has led the Spartans to a 69-46-11 overall record. He was named the 2019 Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference Coach of the Year after leading the Spartans to the first conference championship since 2004.
Prior to coming to AU, Lakin spent nine seasons as the Illinois Wesleyan University men's soccer coach. In nine seasons at IWU he had a 67-75-16 overall record. Lakin was a three-time Coach of the Year in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin while at Millikin University (1998, 1999, 2001). After departing Millikin University, Lakin spent seven months coaching in the United Soccer League at the Pittsburgh Riverhounds. He returned to the Chicago area and assisted Directing the FC Barrington and Barrington Recreational Soccer Association for two years. He returned to the college coaching at Illinois Wesleyan University before coming home to Chicago and Aurora University.
A 1995 graduate of Illinois State University, Lakin was the men's and women's soccer coach at Millikin from 1998 to 2002. His men's teams compiled a record of 54-29-3 (.645) in five seasons with a league co-championship in 2001. His Big Blue women's teams were 27-60-4 overall (.319) and 4-31 in the CCIW (.114) over the same period.
Lakin played collegiate soccer at Illinois State University and earned Most Improved Player for the 1992 Redbirds team and was a 1993 team captain. He was chosen to the Missouri Valley Conference all-league and all-tournament squads, and was named to the all-Midwest region team.
He was an assistant coach for the Lincoln College men's soccer team in 1994 and was director of coaching for the Bloomington-Normal Soccer Club from 1995 to 1998.
Lakin was assistant director of coaching at Barrington (Ill.) Area Soccer Association and FC Barrington, where he was responsible for the operation and oversight of 2,000 recreational players, 35 travel teams and 15 staff coaches.
He is also part of the Olympic Development coaching staff and an instructor on the coaching education staff for the State of Illinois. With the Illinois Youth Soccer Association and FC Barrington, Lakin co-developed and co-instructed the first pilot program for the development of a recreational coaching license. Lakin holds his USSF A, B, and C licenses and an USSF National Youth License and is a consultant to the National Coaches Association of America (NSCAA) Club Standards Project.
Head Men's Soccer Coach
bjohnson@dbq.edu
Dubuque
Division 3
Brad Johnson joined the University of Dubuque Spartans in 2004 as the Men's and Women's Assistant Soccer Coach. After helping guide both programs to new heights, he was named the Associate Head Men's Soccer Coach in 2008. Following a successful 2008 season, Johnson was promoted to the position of Head Men's Soccer Coach.
Coach Johnson led the Spartans to a runner-up IIAC finish in 2015 and UD's first-ever appearance in the IIAC tournament title game. Johnson coached Gonzalo Hernandez-Cascante, who earned the Spartans only offensive MVP in school history, after leading the league in goals, assists, points, and game-winners.
Since taking over the head coaching position, Johnson has coached one IIAC offensive MVP, 32 All-Iowa Conference athletes (13-First Team/19-Second Team), 6 All-Region performers, and 28 Academic All-Conference student-athletes. A team-best six Spartans were named to the All-Iowa Conference list in the 2015, 2010 and 2009 seasons. The 2010 team went 7-1 in Iowa Conference play to claim a share of the regular season title. The Spartans have qualified for the IIAC Tournament all seven seasons under Johnson.
The Spartans have finished in the Top-3 in the Iowa Conference in five of Johnson's seven seasons at the helm.
Johnson currently holds a United States Soccer Federation (USSF) -B- License, NSCAA Goalkeeping License, and NSCAA Special Topic License. He is actively involved in the Dubuque Soccer Club and is currently the U-13 to U-18 Director of Coaching. As well, Johnson was previously the Head Boy's Soccer Coach at Hempstead High School in Dubuque.
He attended Loras College for four years, where he was a three-time captain, four-year All-Iowa Conference honoree, an All-Region selection, and garnered Iowa Conference MVP honors. He holds the records at Loras College for most points and goals scored in a career.
Johnson received a master's degree in Business Administration from the University of Dubuque and his Bachelor Degree in Finance from Loras College. He and his wife Jenny reside in Dubuque.
Assistant Coach
lcsanchez@knox.edu
Knox
Division 3
stevenross1020@gmail.com
EXACT
NCAA
chapinwehde@gmail.com
EXACT
NCAA
Coaches Hired Weekly
As part of our COVID-19 safety plan, the indoor sessions traditionally held on the first day of camp will be shared online.
Sessions will be accessible for the week prior to camp. They are available on-demand and can be completed at the athlete's
convenience.
This approach allows us to continue offering these valuable sessions so athletes arrive to camp ready to maximize the experience,
while still maintaining a safe experience.
Over 1000 different college coaches have attended EXACT's events.
See below for just a few of the coaches that attended recent events in this region.
anthony.r.szymel@gmail.com
DePaul
Associate Head Coach
sean.hughes@marquette.edu
Marquette
Division 1
Hughes took the Maryville mens soccer program to new heights in 2015 with a single-season record for wins at the Division II level and the most shutouts in a season in program history. In the three seasons prior as full-time assistant at Quincy, Hughes helped the program to a combined record of 48-9-8 with two Great Lakes Valley Conference championships and an NCAA Final Four appearance. In his final season with Quincy in 2014, the team finished with a 21-2-2 overall record and the No. 3 ranking in the NSCAA top-25 poll. During his time at Quincy, Hughes coached four All-Americans, two Academic All-Americans, two GLVC Freshmen of the Year, two GLVC Defensive Players of the Year, one GLVC Offensive Player of the Year, the GLVC Mens Soccer Scholar-Athlete of the Year and more than 20 all-conference players. The Blackburn, England native enjoyed a standout career in his home country where he played for the youth teams for Blackburn Rovers, Wigan Athletic, Preston North End and Bury FC. He played in the prestigious FA Youth Cup for Bury FC in 2003 and represented the Great Britain Catholic Schoolboys U-16 squad in Spain. Hughes traveled to the United States and began his collegiate playing career at Northeastern State (Okla.) University. He led the Riverhawks in goals and points in each of his two seasons before transferring to Cardinal Stritch University in Milwaukee, where he started in every game from 2009-10. After graduating from Cardinal Stritch, Hughes played one season for Whitsunday Miners FC in the Australian Soccer League second division. He helped the 2011 team record its highest finish in the league standings. The next season, Hughes played for Crewesadors FC futsal team in the UEFA English Regional North League in 2012. Hughes earned his bachelor of arts degree in sports management from Cardinal Stritch in 2010 and completed his MBA from Quincy in May 2014. He and his wife, Danielle, and their son, George, currently reside in Glendale.
Assistant Coach
tnb@athletics.wisc.edu
Wisconsin
Division 1
In his first season as a volunteer assistant coach, Tim Boruff proved his worth to the program as a goalkeepers coach.
Mentoring first-year starter Philipp Schilling, Boruff led the German-born goalie to one of the greatest marks in Badger history. Schilling had a stifling .72 goals-against average, which stands as second in Badger history. Schilling was also named to the Big Ten All-Tournament team for his stellar performance in the tournament.
Boruff also played a key role in the development of Casey Beyers. Beyers signed a professional contract with Orange County SC of the United Soccer League
Boruff spent the 2015 season as the goalkeepers coach at SIUE. While at SIUE, Boruff helped the Cougars capture the Missouri Valley Conference regular season championship. He worked with Kyle Dal Santo, who became an All-MVC goalkeeper and finished with the fifth-best goals against average in the country in 2015. Boruff and SIUE's coaching staff were recognized as the 2015 MVC Coaching Staff of the Year.
Prior to his time with SIUE, Boruff spent three years as an assistant coach at his alma mater Missouri-St. Louis. During his time there, USML advanced to the GLVC championship game. Both goalkeepers he mentored during his tenure became All-GLVC honorees. Additionally, in 2012, the Tritons set a school record for conference wins and finished the season 12-3-2.
Boruff played three seasons at Missouri-St. Louis. He recorded 203 saves during his career, which ranks seventh all-time in program history. Boruff also collected 11 career shutouts, which stands as the eighth most at UMSL. His career goals-against average ranks 10th all-time in school history.
Boruff earned his bachelor's degree in criminal justice and his masters of education, both from UMSL.
Coach
olsonc1@xavier.edu
Xavier (OH)
Division 1
Cam Olson was promoted to assistant men's soccer coach in the summer of 2019 after previously serving as the director of operations for three seasons (2016-19). He joined the Musketeers in 2016 after serving as an assistant coach at Franklin College (Ind.) in 2015.
OLSON AT XAVIER
MLS COMBINE PARTICIPANTS
Cory Brown - 2018
Jalen Brown - 2017
MLS DRAFT PICKS
Jalen Brown 2017 38th Overall by NYCFC
Cory Brown 2018 62nd overall by Vancouver Whitecaps
OTHER PLAYERS TO SIGN PROFESSIONAL CONTRACTS
Matt Nance - 2019 - Tacoma Defiance (formerly Seattle Sounders 2)
Todd Pratzner - 2017 - Rochester Rhinos (Currently with Memphis 901 FC)
Majed Osman - 2017 - FC Corinthian Casuals (UK)
NOTABLES
12 All-BIG EAST selections
4 United Soccer Coaches Association All-Region selections
Ranked in the top-25 from 2016-18
Advanced to the BIG EAST Tournament from 2016-18
2017 BIG EAST Tournament Runner-Up
PLAYING EXPERIENCE
Olson was a four-year starter at Allegheny College from 2012-15. He was also a two-time captain for the Gators.
He finished his college career with 11 goals and ranks among the top-10 all-time at Allegheny in assists. In 2012, Olson was a NCAC All-Conference. He led Allegheny College to as high as a No. 20 national ranking and was the team's 2013 offensive MVP.
In 2014, Olson earned the "Team Award," which was presented to the player who best demonstrates leadership and represents Allegheny College in a positive manner both on and off the field.
Prior to college, Olson was a two-year member of the Olympic Development Program Region I team and was selected to compete internationally in England and Scotland. He was also a three-year captain of the Olympic Development Program Eastern New York team. Additionally, Olson helped his FSA United club team to three straight Connecticut State Cup Championships.
The Boston, Mass., native earned a bachelor's degree in psychology from Allegheny in 2015. He also holds a master's degree in coaching education and athlete development from Xavier.
COACHING TIMELINE
YearSchoolTitle2019-presentXavierAssistant Coach2016-19XavierDirector of Operations2015Franklin College (Ind.)Assistant Coach
PERSONAL
Hometown: Boston, Mass.
College: Allegheny College, '15
Family: Katelynn (Wife)
Certifications: United States Soccer Federation (USSF) 'D' License and a NSCAA Goalkeeping II Diploma
Assistant Coach
ralara@eiu.edu
Eastern Illinois
Division 1
Lara was promoted to Director of Soccer overseeing both the men's and women's soccer programs for the 2016 season. In Lara's first year as head men's soccer coach he led the Panther men's soccer team to a 3-14 overall record while going 1-5 in Summit League play. Under his tutelage during the 2015 season, freshmen Trevor Kerns and Brandon McDonough were named to the Summit League All-Newcomer Team while Sophomore goalkeeper Mike Novotny earned Second-Team All-Summit League accolades. Lara came to EIU following a successful stint as an assistant coach at the University of Dayton where he was on the staff since 2009. He helped the program win the 2009 Atlantic 10 Regular Season title. Focusing on the defensive side of the program he played a crucial role in the Dayton program recording shutouts in 2009, 2010, 2012, 2013 and 2014. During the 2014 season the Flyers post seven shutouts including a string of four straight early in the season. Dayton finished the season with a 0.94 goals against average as they finished 7-7-5. In 2013, Lara helped lead the Flyers to one of the best seasons in school history with a .816 winning percentage, including 10 straight wins to open the campaign and just two losses in the entire calendar year. He was honored as the Mid-Atlantic Region Assistant Coach of the year by the NSCAA. The Flyers posted a 0.74 goals against average, the second best mark in the Atlantic 10. Dayton was nationally ranked in 2009, 2012, and 2013 and had three Top 40 recruiting classes in Lara's time with the program. Lara reunited with Dayton head coach Dennis Currier after playing three seasons for him at University of The Incarnate Word in San Antonio, Texas from 2001-2003. Lara, a three-time NSCAA All-American and captain, was instrumental in helping UIW capture three consecutive Heartland Athletic Conference championships. In 2002 Incarnate Word boasted a 16-1-3 record, a No. 12 national ranking and earned the school's first NCAA tournament bid. Lara helped the squad to a 16-2-2 mark and a return trip to the NCAA tournament in 2003 and a No. 10 national ranking. In addition to his immense success on the field, Lara excelled in the classroom. The two-time NSCAA Academic All-American graduated with a 3.9 GPA in mathematics, earning his bachelor's degree from Incarnate Word in 2003. A native of Las Cruces, N.M., Lara attended the prestigious Bollettieri Soccer Academy in Florida. Upon graduation from UIW, he played four years in the professional ranks. He played for the Minnesota Thunder of the USL First Division from 2004-2006, making 38 appearances. He went to Dayton after a successful 2007-08 season with the Portland Timbers, also a team in the USL First Division. He made 25 appearances for the Timbers who advanced to the USL semifinals. In his career Lara has given back to the community. Not once, but twice, he earned his respective team's humanitarian award. He was honored with the Thunder's Humanitarian of The Year Award in 2006, and while in Portland, was named the Timbers' 2007 Community Player of the Year. During the offseason, Lara feeds his passion for coaching by volunteering with his mother and brothers at the family soccer club Las Cruces Strikers, one of the most successful clubs in New Mexico. He also volunteered his time coaching in Portland. In addition to coaching club teams, Lara served as an assistant coach for the Washington State University women's soccer program in 2005 while playing for the Minnesota Thunder. Kiki and his wife Ashley have one daughter, Mia.
Coaches Hired Weekly
As part of our COVID-19 safety plan, the indoor sessions traditionally held on the first day of camp will be shared online.
Sessions will be accessible for the week prior to camp. They are available on-demand and can be completed at the athlete's
convenience.
This approach allows us to continue offering these valuable sessions so athletes arrive to camp ready to maximize the experience,
while still maintaining a safe experience.
EXACT partners with college goalkeeper coaches to prioritize a premium experience for goalkeepers.
All GKs participate in individual keeper-specific training led by college GK coaches
Training focuses on all GK skills including footwork, shot stopping, crossing, and more; GKs receive a 1-on-1 evaluation based on their performance
In addition position-specific work, GKs also face live action observed by all college coaches
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The numerous pieces of advice for student athletes was really good. This camp was a confidence builder for my son, and also empowering. Thanks for a well organized and educational camp.
Player
Through this one day camp, EXACT Soccer has made me realize that my dream is so possible to reach. It's the only camp I've been to, but I was able to meet so many new people who share the same passion as me. I also learned how to elevate my recruiting game to reach my goal much easier.
Parent
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I loved the style of training and playing at the camp. They were open to changes with certain age restrictions and skill differences (as I am one of the younger athletes). Also, I loved how we were able to meet each coach privately, as well as during training. Lastly, the elevator pitch practice was unique and beneficial as it prepares me for the future.
Player
I went to the first ID Camp in Philly. We were so encouraged that we attended this one in DC. I have always dreamed about 1) going to college and 2) playing soccer in college. I got to meet a lot of great coaches and athletes. I learned something new at each camp. I wish there were more camps close to me so we could attend more. I am a senior and need all the help I can get in hopes to find the right college. I loved how the coaches were there to help us and give us directions on the spot. My mentor Coach was Mike Eckberg. Towson is on my "dream" list - and we are now going to schedule a visit as he suggested. I am so excited and I know I still have a long road ahead, but every journey has a beginning. Even though I am getting started a little late, I feel like EXACT really has helped me come flying out of the gate!
Parent
The information shared throughout the camp was priceless. EXACT Sports and the coaches were so approachable and willing to share all and any knowledge to the athletes and the parents. (line break) Our son is entering 10th grade and we were not aware of any such camps. He attended a showcase with the HS JV team last summer, but they did not share any information. He attended a college sponsored team camp the week before the EXACT Camp and there were only 5 college coaches that attended that camp. We were so happy with the EXACT's structure and all the opportunities that they give the athletes and parents to ask questions. We will attend another camp before our son graduates HS. Thank you!
Player
This was a wonderful opportunity to meet coaches and other players in a completely different format. There is a chance to show individual skills that may not be seen in a regular soccer tournament environment. The interaction with coaches is outstanding and I really feel that I was able to get exposure from EXACT that I would not have anywhere else. Thanks for a great session and options to see so many coaches. I can't wait to see where this opportunity leads me!
Player
I was surprised to see so many coaches, and having them available to talk to. I wish I would have known about EXACT Sports Elite Camp my junior year. I left feeling like I had personal attention from coaches, and got a better grip on how to navigate the college sports recruitment process.
Great experience meeting coaches, and having the discussion panel with coaches and parents. The games were fun and challenging, which I really enjoyed. Thanks EXACT!
Player
The best part about the Exact ID camp was the ability to have one-on-one conversation with 30+ college soccer coaches from all over the United States. These coaches were not only from different part of the country, but also coaches at different levels. They say a big part of getting recruited is building relationships with the coaches, and I believe this was a great way to get started! This camp gave us, athletes, the opportunity to learn the basics of college recruiting, the qualities the coaches looking for in a player, and overall get great tips from them.
Player
I had an amazing experience at EXACT Camp. I enjoyed the opportunity to talk face-to-face with so many coaches from around the country. I also enjoyed the opportunity to train with new coaches. I am looking forward to visiting coaches that I met at their schools and getting to take a closer look at their programs. It was also cool to meet so many fellow athletes from other places and make new friends. Thank you so much for everything!! Thank you!!!
Parent
I attended the camp with my son. The information that the EXACT personnel provided was excellent. We are now much more informed regarding the college recruiting and scholarship qualification's. The coaches that mentored the boys were also very knowledgeable, devoted, and fun. The rating that was provided after the camp was very helpful to help guide my son with his future training. The camp helped to boost my son's confidence and love for the game. I cannot say enough about the camp. You guys are the best ! Thanks for your efforts!
Player
EXACT Sports Camp is a key component to being recruited as an athlete. The camp provides you with an opportunity to meet, interact, and train with college coaches from different schools around the nation from different levels. EXACT Sports provides you with insights into improving your chance of being seen and recruited by college coaches. It was one of the best decisions I made in my recruiting process.
Player
This is the first ID Camp that I have attended and it was a positive experience in every way. The camp was very well organized leading up to the camp with very informative emails and preparation work for the camp. On the day of the camp, registration was well organized and the EXACT team was there to help for every step of the way. Chris was an excellent leader and motivated me from the very beginning. It was amazing to be exposed to real college coaches and to be coached both on and off the field. Getting feedback on the day was very rewarding. I am looking forward to attending EXACT Soccer Academic 50 ID Camp in June/July.
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Largest college coaching staff of any organization -- camp, tournament or club (bringing in 1000 amazing college coaches every year)!
Hugely successful supporters of high school athletes -- 70.2% of participants have gone on to play NCAA or NAIA college athletics.
Only training camp organization that has received funding from the NCAA.
Official behavioral training partner of US Soccer.
The only camp staff that has expertise in developing athletes from high school to college to pro (we also work with over 60 pro teams).
The only exposure organization that blends the 4 pillars of development through our mental training expertise (EXACT is funded by the National Institutes of Health).
This is a sample schedule. Registered athletes will receive a final schedule prior to camp.