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US Sports Camps (USSC) is a youth sports camp operator headquartered in San Rafael, California. Established in 1975, the company has grown to become the largest sports camp network in the United States, operating over 1,000 camps annually. USSC is the licensed operator of Nike Sports Camps, providing programs that cater to young athletes seeking structured skill development.[1]

History

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US Sports Camps was founded in 1975 by Charlie Hoeveler, a former nationally ranked tennis player. The first camps were tennis programs held in collaboration with Billie Jean King and her peers. By 1986, Hoeveler had assumed full ownership and began managing the company full-time.[2]

In 2020, the company was acquired by Roark Capital, a private equity firm known for its investments in multi-location businesses.[3]

Leadership

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Following the Roark Capital acquisition, Justin Hoeveler, Charlie Hoeveler’s son, was promoted to CEO. In 2023, Brendan Doyle, a sports industry veteran, was appointed President of US Sports Camps.[4]

Operations

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US Sports Camps operates more than 1,200 camps annually across 48 U.S. states. Its portfolio includes 19 sports, such as basketball, soccer, tennis, volleyball, swimming, and esports. Camps are held on college campuses and sports complexes, offering both day and overnight formats for youth ages 6–18.[3]

The company employs approximately 121 full-time staff and collaborates with thousands of collegiate coaches and professional instructors.[5]

Nike Partnership

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US Sports Camps is the official and exclusive operator of Nike Sports Camps, a relationship that has spanned more than 30 years.[1] Through this licensing agreement, USSC offers Nike-branded camps in over 15 sports, including basketball, soccer, tennis, baseball, swimming, and esports. These camps are hosted on college campuses and professional facilities across North America and internationally.

Camp Expansion

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Since its founding with 150 tennis campers, US Sports Camps has expanded significantly. By 1986, it was serving over 2,000 participants annually.[2] In 2013, the company surpassed 500,000 cumulative campers, and in 2019, hosted over 100,000 in a single year for the first time.[6]

The organization has also grown through strategic acquisitions and partnerships. These include:

  • The acquisition of U.S. Baseball Academy and U.S. Softball Academy in 2021, expanding its offerings in year-round baseball and softball instruction.[7]
  • The acquisition of CMT Learning in 2024, the UK-based operator of Euro Sports Camps and Nike Sports Camps in the United Kingdom.[8]
  • A partnership with Sports Camps Canada and a multi-year collaboration with Nintendo to incorporate interactive gaming experiences.[9]
  • The acquisition of KE Camps, which operates seasonal youth camps at private country clubs.[10]

Partnerships

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USSC has long-standing partnerships with collegiate institutions including Stanford University, Duke University, UC Berkeley, and Virginia Tech. These universities serve as host venues for Nike Sports Camps.

In 2023, the company launched its first HBCU-affiliated Nike Basketball Camp at Howard University, led by men’s basketball head coach Kenneth Blakeney.[11]

Recognition

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By 2013, US Sports Camps had served over 500,000 campers since its inception.[2] In 2019, it exceeded 100,000 campers in a single year.[6]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Roark Capital Invests in US Sports Camps". Business Wire. August 31, 2020. Retrieved April 25, 2025.
  2. ^ "US Sports Camps Celebrates 40 Years". US Sports Camps. 2015. Retrieved April 25, 2025.
  3. ^ "US Sports Camps Passes 100,000 Camper Milestone". PRWeb. October 30, 2019. Retrieved April 25, 2025.
  4. ^ "US Sports Camps Company Profile". Growjo. Retrieved April 25, 2025.
  5. ^ "Brendan Doyle". LinkedIn. Retrieved April 25, 2025.
  6. ^ "US Sports Camps Celebrates 50 Years of Excellence". Youth Enrichment Brands. 2025. Retrieved April 25, 2025.
  7. ^ "Youth Enrichment Celebrates Unprecedented Growth and Milestones in 2024". Youth Enrichment Brands. 2024. Retrieved April 25, 2025.
  8. ^ "US Sports Camps Acquires U.S. Baseball Academy and U.S. Softball Academy". Youth Enrichment Brands. 2021. Retrieved April 25, 2025.
  9. ^ "US Sports Camps Acquires UK-Based CMT Learning". US Sports Camps. 2024. Retrieved April 25, 2025.
  10. ^ "US Sports Camps and Nintendo Partner to Level Up Camp Experiences". US Sports Camps. 2024. Retrieved April 25, 2025.
  11. ^ "KE Camps Company Profile". PitchBook. Retrieved April 25, 2025.
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