35th Annual Midwest Lineman's Camp

The football camp is designed for players in grades 7 through 12. High school graduates are not permitted to enroll. All IHSA guidelines and rules for sport camps and clinics will be observed.

This camp's philosophy is to provide solid fundamental football skills in all aspects of line play; run and pass blocking, pass rush, reading keys, conditioning and flexibility drills. We will teach techniques that are vital to the athlete in reaching his fullest potential. There will also be instruction in weight training, running techniques, flexibility exercises and special skills.

The camp's purpose is to teach every player the fundamental and advanced skills necessary to make him a better football player and to help him develop further athletic ideals in sportsmanship, leadership, and citizenship. An evaluation of each player will be submitted to the participant at the end of camp.

Come as an individual or participate as one team unit.

It is very important for linemen to learn to play next to their teammates. There will be a definite advantage to having your linemen participate in drills as one unit. It also allows your linemen the opportunities to develop camaraderie and the experience of learning together the fine points of offensive and defensive line plays. Your unit will definitely work together in all drills in simulated line play versus other offensive or defensive units.

Special Rate: If a school brings their entire offensive line (5 positions) or defensive line (4 or 5 positions), their coach can attend camp free of charge (room and board free) and each individual lineman will receive a $40.00 discount.

Location: Shirk Center

Details: 

• Special Clinician: Paul Alexander, Former Line Coach, Dallas Cowboys, Cincinnatti Bengals, NY Jets
• Zone and Gap Blocking Instruction
• Offensive and Defensive Linemen will operate under the "Team Concept."
• "Optimum Learning for Techniques and Fundamentals"
• "Shoulder Pads and Helmet"
• Line Coaches Welcome!
• Low Cost!
• Unique

Campers need to bring the items contained in the following list

• Helmet*
• Shoulder Pads*
• Sheets or sleeping bag
• Pillow and blanket
• Soap, towels, and wash cloth
• One well marked football (for centers)
• Several Practice Jerseys
• Sweat Clothes, Socks, and Gym Shorts (several pairs)
• Football Shoes
• Gym Shoes
• Swim Suit
• Suntan Lotion
• Toilet and Personal Articles
• Fan (Optional)**
  *Helmet and Shoulder pad rental fee is $30.00 for both.
  **Residence Halls are air conditioned, but it is always nice to have a fan help cool you off after a good day of camp.

Note : Bring enough clothes for the duration of the camp.

The camp will be conducted at Illinois Wesleyan University, utilizing the University's athletic facilities. Campers will be housed in University living units and supervised by the camp staff.

Check-in: Check in time is between 12 Noon and 2:00 P.M. on Sunday, June 22, 2025. 

Check-in Location: Memorial Center - Nell Eckley Lounge

Meals: All meals beginning Sunday evening dinner through Tuesday breakfast are included in the registration fee. Commuters are provided all meals except breakfast.

Camp Sessions: Double sessions will begin on Sunday and will continue through Tuesday. The daily schedule provides time to enjoy such campus recreational activities as tennis, basketball, swimming, volleyball and weight facilities. A full time trainer will be available.

Dismissal: Dismissal is on Tuesday at 11:30 A.M.

Features:

• Lecture and "Chalk Talks"
• Individual Instruction
• Instructional Films
• Game Films
• Developing Positive Attitude
• Training Films
• Academic Counseling
• Self-Evaluation
• Weight Training Instruction
• Personal Healthful Hints
• Drills and Techniques of Each Position
• Pro Hi Lite Films
• Flexibility Exercises
• Increasing Speed & Improving Agility
• Use of Video

Campers can visit the Midwest Linemen's Camp Store, located on the first floor of your residence hall, to buy a variety of items.

Food and Drinks:

• Gatorade
• All Sport
• Soda (Pepsi Products)
• Fruit Drinks (fruit works)
• Candy Bars
• Candy
• Other Snack Items
• Pizza Order will be turned in and picked up at the camp store.

Apparel and Other Items

• Hats
• Shirts
• Football Gloves
• Sweat Suits

Pizza Orders: Campers will be able to get plenty of food during lunch and dinner, but in case they are still hungry, that is what the Camp Store and pizza orders are for. Campers will be able to buy drinks and snacks from the camp store, but if they want a late night snack for themselves or to split between a few of them, they can order a large, 1 topping pizza. The pizzas will cost $10.00, so be sure to send a few extra dollars with your camper.

Questions: Contact Norm Eash at neash@iwu.edu | (309) 826-3717