Blackburn College Announces 2026 Summer Athletic Camps, Clinics, and Community Leagues

CARLINVILLE, ILL. – Blackburn College is excited to welcome area youth, high school athletes, and adults to campus this summer for a wide variety of athletic camps, clinics, and leagues. Hosted by Blackburn Athletics, these summer opportunities are designed to help participants build skills, stay active, and enjoy competition in a fun and supportive environment.

With programming for beginners, experienced athletes, and community members looking for recreational play, Blackburn's summer lineup offers something for everyone.

Youth Camps & Clinics

Blackburn College coaches, student-athletes, and staff will lead camps and clinics throughout the summer in multiple sports. Featured among this year's offerings is the always-popular All-Sports Youth Camp, open to children ages 5-12. Participants will enjoy four days of instruction and activities with NCAA coaches and student-athletes, including soccer, volleyball, basketball, baseball, and softball. 

Campers will build confidence, develop teamwork skills, and grow their love of sports in a fun and supportive environment. Each day includes skill development, drills, and games that allow participants to put what they learn into action. 

Learn more and register for camps and clinics at blackburn.edu/sportcamps

May

• Women's Wrestling Camp – May 30 | Ages 12-18

June

• Volleyball DS/Libero Camp – June 2 | Ages 14-18

• Baseball Camp – June 3 | Ages 14-18

• Golf Camp – June 5 | Ages 14-18

• Women's Wrestling Camp – June 6 | Ages 12-18

• Volleyball Setters Camp – June 8 | Ages 14-18

• Volleyball Hitters Camp – June 10 | Ages 14-18

• Women's Flag Football Clinic – June 13 | Ages 14-18

• Women's Basketball Skills Camp - June 13 | Ages 12-18

• Volleyball Little Beavers Camp – June 16-17 | Ages 10-14

• Women's Wrestling Camp – June 20 | Ages 12-18

• Softball Youth Camp – June 24 | Ages 6-12

July

• All Sport Youth Kids Camp – July 13-17 | Ages 5-12

• Volleyball Prospect Camp – July 16 | Ages 14-18

• Women's Basketball Camp – July 18 | Ages 12-18

• Men's & Women's Youth Soccer Camp – July 20-23 | Ages 5-12

August

• Wrestling Camp – August 11 | Ages 14-18

• Wrestling Youth Camp – August 15 | Ages 6-12

• Wrestling Camp – August 22-23 | Ages 14-18

Recreation Leagues

Blackburn Athletics also offers recreational league opportunities for high school students and adults this summer:

• Co-ed 4-on-4 Sand Volleyball League – May 28 - June 25 | Ages 16+

• Youth Volleyball League – June 2 - June 30 | Ages 10-14

Find more information on Blackburn's leagues at blackburn.edu/sportleagues

Memberships & Facility Rentals

In addition to camps and leagues, Blackburn College offers memberships to its Golf Performance Center, featuring top-of-the-line simulators along with pitching and putting greens.

Community members and organizations may also rent Blackburn athletic facilities. 

For registration details, pricing, and more information on summer opportunities, visit blackburnbeavers.com.