GEM Football Summer Camp 2026

Camp will feature position drills, speed/agility work, strength training, mental fitness, and coaching evaluations. In addition to individual activities, athletes will play non-contact short sided games where they will be given the opportunity to integrate the skills they have learned into realtime action. All camp athletes will receive a t-shirt. From 11:30-12 on the last day of camp (June 4th), camp awards will be presented. Snacks, sports drink, and water will be provided.

Cost: Early Registration $125; General Registration $150; Late Registration $175

Location: Final field location will be confirmed and sent out on May 1st. The camp will take place in the Richmond area.

Time: 8:30am- 12:00pm

Date: June 1st-4th

Age: 7-13

What to Bring: Cleats or sneakers, water bottle, mouth piece, towel

About Coach Smallwood: Coach Smallwood played football at Virginia State University, where he was named Offensive Rookie of the Year, an HBCU All-American, 1st Team All Conference, Virginia State University's MVP, 2nd all time in receiving touchdowns, 2nd all time in receiving yards, 3rd all time in receptions, and to the all conference academic team. After Coach Smallwood's college career, he spent time as a Graduate Assistant coach at his alma mater, played professional arena football, and assisted running camps for both high school and college teams. Now, Coach Smallwood is a Physical Education teacher with Chesterfield County Public Schools, coaches high school football, and owner of GEM Football Training, where he helps athletes reach their maximum potential.

Inclement Weather Policy: Camp will be held RAIN OR SHINE. Camp make-up days will be announced in the event that lightning/thunder force camp cancellation for one or more days.

Registration Policy: Monday, June 1st; 8:30am-9:00am

All athletes must register with their parent, legal guardian, or have reached to the camp director with a statement of permission to participate at [email protected].

COVID Policy: GEM Football Training is committed to the health and safety of all athletes, families, and coaches. Camp will follow all applicable COVID mitigation protocols in place this summer.

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