What makes Cardigan Mountain Lacrosse Camp unique. How does the camp’s staff contribute to player development. What is the camp’s legacy and philosophy.
The Legacy and Philosophy of Cardigan Mountain Lacrosse Camp
Nestled in the picturesque landscape of New Hampshire, Cardigan Mountain Lacrosse Camp has been a beacon for young lacrosse enthusiasts for over four decades. Founded by Dud Hendrick, the camp celebrated its 40th anniversary under his directorship in 2016. Hendrick’s vision was to create more than just a sports camp; he aimed to forge a unique learning environment that would foster specific characteristics he held in the highest regard.
What sets Cardigan Mountain Lacrosse Camp apart from other summer sports programs? At its core, the camp’s philosophy emphasizes not only athletic excellence but also the development of good sportsmanship and citizenship. This holistic approach to player development has been a cornerstone of the camp’s enduring success and reputation in the lacrosse community.
Elite Coaching Staff: The Backbone of Cardigan’s Success
The camp’s staff is carefully selected based on their outstanding reputations and their ability to work effectively with young players. This diverse group of coaches brings a wealth of experience from various levels of play, creating a rich learning environment for campers.
Who makes up this exceptional coaching roster? The staff includes:
- All-Americans
- Hall of Famers
- Coaches of the Year
- All-World players
- Professional box players
This blend of experienced senior staff members and enthusiastic current college players and recent graduates ensures that campers receive top-notch instruction and mentorship.
Leadership and Direction: Guiding the Camp’s Vision
The camp’s leadership team brings together some of the most respected names in lacrosse coaching and administration. Who are the key figures steering Cardigan Mountain Lacrosse Camp?
Scott Anderson – Director
Scott Anderson’s impressive credentials include:
- Harvard Assistant Athletic Director and Facilities Manager
- Former Head Coach at Harvard
- Former Captain and standout at Dartmouth
- Played in North-South Collegiate All-Star Game
- Assistant Coach at Cornell during NCAA championship in 1970’s
- Led Harvard to NCAA games in ’88, ’90, and ’06
Chuck Apel – Director
Chuck Apel’s accolades are equally impressive:
- Head Coach at Bridgewater-Raritan H.S. (NJ)
- Multiple-time State Champion (1998, 2011, 2012, 2015, 2016, 2022)
- NJ TOC State Champions (2011, 2012, 2015)
- NILCA 2015 HS Coach of the Year
- Head Coach of USA U-19 2008 World Champions
- Former Rutgers All-American
- 13-time New Jersey Coach-of-the-Year
- Honored by 4 Hall of Fames
- Over 500 career wins
Expertise Across All Aspects of the Game
How does Cardigan Mountain Lacrosse Camp ensure comprehensive skill development for its campers? The camp’s coaching staff represents expertise in every position and aspect of lacrosse, providing specialized instruction tailored to each player’s needs.
Position-Specific Coaching
Campers benefit from position-specific coaching, including:
- Nick Antol: Former standout Goalie for the University of Notre Dame, now Head Coach at Kimball Union Academy (NH)
- Scott Bieda: 2015 Big 10 Player of the Year, Rutgers All-American, with professional coaching experience in Major League Lacrosse
- Randy Hobbs: Former Dartmouth College defenseman, 1st team All-Ivy and New England
Bridging High School and College Lacrosse
One of the unique aspects of Cardigan Mountain Lacrosse Camp is its ability to bridge the gap between high school and college lacrosse. How does the camp achieve this? By bringing together coaches with extensive experience at both levels, campers gain invaluable insights into the transition and expectations at higher levels of play.
Examples of coaches with dual high school and college experience include:
- Charlie Burch: Head Coach at University of New England and winner of 9 Maine H.S. state championships
- Mike Ermer: Head Coach at Mt. Lebanon (PA) H.S. and former Assistant Coach at multiple colleges
- Bill Glennon: Coach at Phillips Exeter Academy and former Head Coach at R.I.T. with multiple NCAA appearances
Fostering a Global Lacrosse Perspective
In an increasingly interconnected world, how does Cardigan Mountain Lacrosse Camp provide a global perspective on the sport? Several members of the coaching staff have international lacrosse experience, broadening the camp’s outlook and exposing players to diverse playing styles and strategies.
Coaches with international experience include:
- Matt Apel: Played with Sturt Lacrosse Club in Adelaide, Australia
- Alex Gray: Coached and played in Australia
This global perspective not only enhances the camp’s curriculum but also inspires campers to think beyond traditional boundaries in their lacrosse careers.
Developing Well-Rounded Athletes and Individuals
Cardigan Mountain Lacrosse Camp’s commitment to developing well-rounded athletes and individuals is evident in its diverse coaching staff. Many coaches bring experience from multiple sports and roles within educational institutions, emphasizing the camp’s focus on holistic development.
Examples of multi-faceted coaches include:
- Ryan Frost: Cardigan Mountain School Director of Athletics, former A.D. at the Kinkaid School (TX)
- Rob Low: Coach and Athletic Director at the Groton School
- Taylor Harris: Program Coordinator of national powerhouse Northwestern Women’s Lacrosse
This approach ensures that campers not only improve their lacrosse skills but also develop as well-rounded athletes and individuals, prepared for success both on and off the field.
The Impact of Cardigan Mountain Lacrosse Camp on Player Development
How does attending Cardigan Mountain Lacrosse Camp impact a player’s development? The camp’s unique combination of elite coaching, diverse perspectives, and emphasis on character development creates an environment where young athletes can flourish.
Key benefits of attending the camp include:
- Exposure to college-level coaching and strategies
- Position-specific skill development
- Understanding of the transition from high school to college lacrosse
- Development of leadership and teamwork skills
- Exposure to international lacrosse perspectives
- Emphasis on good sportsmanship and citizenship
By providing this comprehensive approach to player development, Cardigan Mountain Lacrosse Camp has established itself as a premier destination for young lacrosse players looking to elevate their game and prepare for future success in the sport.
The camp’s legacy, built on the foundation laid by Dud Hendrick and carried forward by its current leadership, continues to shape the future of lacrosse by nurturing the next generation of players. As the sport continues to grow and evolve, Cardigan Mountain Lacrosse Camp remains at the forefront, adapting its approach while staying true to its core values of excellence, sportsmanship, and character development.
For young lacrosse players seeking to improve their skills, gain exposure to high-level coaching, and develop as both athletes and individuals, Cardigan Mountain Lacrosse Camp offers an unparalleled opportunity. The camp’s beautiful New Hampshire setting, combined with its rich history and exceptional staff, creates an environment where passion for lacrosse meets the pursuit of personal growth and athletic excellence.
As the camp moves forward, it continues to honor the legacy of its founder while embracing new techniques, strategies, and perspectives in the ever-evolving world of lacrosse. This balance of tradition and innovation ensures that Cardigan Mountain Lacrosse Camp will remain a beacon for aspiring lacrosse players for generations to come.
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Our Staff is selected for their fine reputations and their ability to work with young players. Coaches teach at all levels of play and emphasize good sportsmanship and citizenship.
We provide a balance of experienced, senior staff members and enthusiastic, current college players & recent college graduates. Their credentials are outstanding: All-Americans, Hall of Famers, Coaches of the Year, All World players, and professional box players!
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| Dud Hendrick: Founder of Cardigan Lacrosse Camp-Celebrated his 40th year as Director in 2016. Dud was set on creating an unique learning environment, which fostered the development of certain characteristics that he held in highest regard. Dud is a member of Veterans for Peace. |
“Cardigan Lacrosse Camp Continuing the Legacy of Dud Hendrick”. |
| Director, Scott Anderson: Harvard Ass’t Athletic Director and Facilities Manager. Former Head Coach at Harvard – former Captain and standout at Dartmouth – played in North-South Collegiate All-Star Game – Ass’t Coach at Cornell during NCAA championship in 1970’s. Led Harvard to ’88, ’90, and ’06 NCAA games. |
| Director, Chuck Apel: Head Coach Bridgewater-Raritan H.S. (NJ) – 1998, 2011, 2012, 2015, 2016, 2022 State Champs – NJ TOC State Champs 2011, 2012, 2015 – NILCA 2015 HS Coach of the Year- Head Coach of USA U-19 2008 World Champions – former Rutgers All-American – 13 times New Jersey Coach-of-the-Year – Honored by 4 Hall of Fames: NJ Lacrosse Hall of Fame – NJSIAA Coaches Hall of Fame- LI Metro Lacrosse Hall of Fame- NILCA Coaches Hall of Fame- over 500+ wins |
Co-Director, Matt Apel: Ass’t Coach at Bridgewater-Raritan H.S. (NJ)— 2022 New Jersey Lacrosse Person of the Year. NJ Lacrosse Coaches Association President 2021-present. 2017 NJ Assistant Coach of the Year – former standout attackman at Rutgers Univ. — NJ High School All-American – Played with Sturt Lacrosse Club in Adelaide, Australia. |
| Nick Antol: Head Coach Kimball Union Academy (NH) – former Head Coach at Portsmouth Abbey School (RI)- former standout Goalie for the University of Notre Dame |
| Ace Apel: Former Assistant Coach at Ridge H.S. (NJ) Former Head Coach at Madison H.S. (NJ) – former Head Coach at Watchung Hills – past President NJ Interscholastic Lacrosse Coaches Ass’n – former player at Rutgers. |
| Scott Bieda: Assistant Coach at Michigan and former assistant coach at Lafayette College, MLL NY Lizards, MLL Boston Cannons, 2015 Big 10 Player of the Year, Rutgers All-American |
Charlie Burch: Head Coach University of New England – won 9 Maine H. S. state championships over 24 years at Cape Elizabeth and Kennebunk H.S. – 2013 Commonwealth Coast Conference Coach of the year – 6-time Maine State Coach-of-the-Year – 2009 US Lacrosse National Man of Year. |
| Mike Ermer: Head Coach at Mt. Lebanon (PA) H.S. – former Ass’t Coach at Denison University, Hartwick College, and St. Vincent College – Played at Denison University. |
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Ryan Frost: Cardigan Mountain School Director of Athletics – former A.D. at the Kinkaid School (TX) – former Ass’t Coach at Springfield College – former captain and standout middie at Franklin and Marshall.
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| Bill Glennon: Coach at Philips Exeter Academy – former Head Coach at R.I.T. where he took his team to the NCAAs 4x, the final four 3x – 3x Coach-of-the-Year finalist. |
Ryan Glennon: Head Coach at Buckingham, Browne and Nichols – former Ass’t at Harvard, Delaware, Bowdoin, and St. Lawrence – H.S. All American at Phillips Exeter Academy. |
| Alex Gray: Head Coach Cardigan Mt. School – former standout and Captain at St. Lawrence Univ. – coached and played in Australia. |
| George Harris: Head Coach at Pine Crest School (FL) – (FL)—Assistant Coach of Florida Launch (Major Lacrosse League) – former Head Coach at Wittenberg Univ. – former Ass’t at Harvard, Cornell, and Colgate Univ. – played at Ithaca College. |
| Taylor Harris: Program Coordinator of national powerhouse Northwestern Women’s Lacrosse – former Ass’t Coach at Tufts two X NCAA Div 3 Champs – standout on Navy 2004 NCAA runner-up squad. |
| Randy Hobbs: Former Head Coach Kent School – former Dartmouth College defenseman – 1st team All-Ivy and New England – North-South game selectee 1989 – President, New England Association of Prep School Lacrosse Coaches |
Rob Low: Coach and Athletic Director at the Groton School – former standout at Plymouth State – Northern New England Lacrosse League Coach-of-the-Year 2001 – Man-of-the-Year 2003. |
| Tom McCabe: former long-time Head Coach at Bowdoin College – Tom and his wife Pat, who has co-managed the camp athletic store in previous years, return after serving 2 years with the Peace Corps in Tanzania. |
| Andrew McDonnell: Head Coach at Cate School (CA) – former coach at Malibu H.S. (CA) – 2010 LA/Ventura Country Coach of the Year – former standout at University of Denver |
| Jay Ouellet: Head Coach at Brewster Academy – former Head Coach at Western Conn. State University – former Ass’t at Yale – 2 time All Patriot League at Hobart College – 2001 North-South Game – 2008 Little East Coach of the Year. |
| Drew Philie: JV Lacrosse Coach at Deerfield Academy – 3 year captain at University of Vermont – 2013 Tewaaraton Award Nominee Watch List. |
Tucker Prudden: Head Coach at Proctor Academy – standout at Quinnipiac College – MVP of the 2007 New England Intercollegiate All-Star Game – former coach in Manchester, UK. |
| Matt Schomburg: Founder of Fogolax – All-American at Adelphi – Captained 4 Australian world teams – Ass’t Coach of Long Island Lizards 2009. |
| Justin Simon: Head Coach Holderness School, Former Head Coach at New Hampton School – 2013 Northern New England Coach of the Year – former Ass’t Coach at Holderness School – representative for Lacrosse the Nations in Nicaragua – former standout and 3X leading scorer at Bates College |
| Nick Wilbur: Assistant Coach at Westminster School – former Assistant Coach at Avon Old Farms and at Kent School – winner of 14 varsity letters at AOF – standout at Hobart College |
| Kevin Zych: Former Head Coach at Weston, Stamford/Westhill and Greenwich HS (CT) – former Hobart football and lacrosse standout – member of 3 national championship teams – former Ass’t at Dartmouth, Yale and Hobart Colleges |
Cardigan Mountain School Summer Session
Details
- Listing Type:
Summer Programs - Destination:
United States - Program Delivery:
Day, Residential - Provided By:
Private School, Independent Provider - Session Start:
July - Session Length:
Four Weeks - Entering Grade:
Below 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th - Gender:
Coed - Category:
Academic - Selective:
No - Ages:
12, 13, 14, 15 - Minimum Cost:
> $3,000 - Credit Awarded:
No - Call:
(602) 523-3526
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Overview
Cardigan Summer Session will offer one, 4-week Session (boarding and day) for 2022.
Our programming is open to girls and boys entering grades 3-9 and provides the perfect balance between academic enrichment, personal development, and summertime fun!
Our students improve their academic skills, broaden their experiences, try new hobbies, and develop new friendships all while enjoying a wide variety of activities and a full community life on the scenic Cardigan Mountain School campus in Canaan, New Hampshire. Cardigan Summer Session is not a traditional summer camp or a traditional summer school.
Summer Session students come to Cardigan from all over the United States and the world. For some, Summer Session provides an opportunity to reinforce understanding in content areas like math or English or to improve organizational and study skills. Others find at Cardigan a chance to enjoy enrichment courses in the arts, sciences, or foreign languages. Some students come to Cardigan for the camaraderie and the cultural diversity (we are 40% international).
Academics
Weekday mornings, each student takes four to five periods of academic classes. We offer a wide variety of classes that are either one or two periods per day, including classes in English, ESL, math, science, arts and music, essential academic skills, world languages, and current events.
Activities
During afternoons and evenings, we take full advantage of our beautiful lakeside campus with activities, performances, competitions, dances, and bonfires.
Students choose two afternoon activities:
- Arts & Crafts
- Athletic Training
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Canoeing
- Flag Football
- Frisbee Golf
- Hiking
- Horseback Riding
- Improvisational Theater
- Kayaking
- Lacrosse
- Mountain Biking
- Sailing
- Soccer
- Stand Up Paddleboarding
- Street Hockey
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Ultimate Frisbee
- Yoga
At night, we welcome performers to campus, engage in all-school “Green and White” competitions, enjoy campfire skits, and bond as a group during dormitory initiatives.
