Who We Are

First Down Football Camps is a fundamental skills camp utilizing cutting edge and innovative coaching strategies to encourage the overall development of the athlete. Fundamentals and speed development are the core principles of First Down Football Camps. We are dedicated to helping athletes at any age or skill level maximize their individual abilities as related to their specific position.

Our coaches have nearly 30 years of head coaching experience at the collegiate level and have coached at regional powers such as Wesley, Shepherd, Salisbury, Gallaudet and Frostburg State.

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Elite Prospect Day

2025, 2026, 2027

This isn't your normal football camp! This is football practice! At our Elite Prospect Day you will have the unique opportunity to experience a college style practice. Including individual skill instruction, small group instruction, large group install and competition. This is a real shot to build your resume in time for recruiting. The day will include 40 yard dash, pro agility, and official height and weights. We will also provide an information session for parents about the recruiting process
Session Date Time Spots Left Cost
ELITE PROSPECT DAY APR 21, 2024 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
10+
$65.00

Leonardtown Team Camp

2025, 2026, 2027

Overnight Team Camp. Campers will need to bring the following- Linens for bed, shower, pillow, blanket, bath towel, toiletries, several changes of clothes, multiple pairs of shoes, and a mouth piece. Players will be provided housing in our air conditioned dorms for three days / two nights. Meals will begin with lunch & dinner on day one, breakfast, lunch and dinner on day two, and breakfast on day three. Pizza and snacks will available for purchase after hours as well.
Session Date Time Spots Left Cost
LEONARDTOWN TEAM CAMP JUL 29, 2024 - JUL 31, 2024 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
10+
$235.00

St. Pauls Team Camp

2025, 2026, 2027

Overnight Team Camp. Campers will need to bring the following- Linens for bed, shower, pillow, blanket, bath towel, toiletries, several changes of clothes, multiple pairs of shoes, and a mouth piece. Players will be provided housing in our air conditioned dorms for three days / two nights. Meals will begin with lunch & dinner on day one, breakfast, lunch and dinner on day two, and breakfast on day three. Pizza and snacks will available for purchase after hours as well.
Session Date Time Spots Left Cost
ST. PAULS TEAM CAMP JUL 29, 2024 - JUL 31, 2024 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
10+
$235.00

Bridgewater Raritan Team Camp

2025, 2026, 2027

Overnight Team Camp. Campers will need to bring the following- Linens for bed, shower, pillow, blanket, bath towel, toiletries, several changes of clothes, multiple pairs of shoes, and a mouth piece. Players will be provided housing in our air conditioned dorms for three days / two nights. Meals will begin with lunch & dinner on day one, breakfast, lunch and dinner on day two, and breakfast on day three. Pizza and snacks will available for purchase after hours as well.
Session Date Time Spots Left Cost
BRIDGEWATER RARITAN TEAM CAMP AUG 1, 2024 - AUG 3, 2024 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
10+
$235.00

Northern Calvert Team Camp

2025, 2026, 2027

Overnight Team Camp. Campers will need to bring the following- Linens for bed, shower, pillow, blanket, bath towel, toiletries, several changes of clothes, multiple pairs of shoes, and a mouth piece. Players will be provided housing in our air conditioned dorms for three days / two nights. Meals will begin with lunch & dinner on day one, breakfast, lunch and dinner on day two, and breakfast on day three. Pizza and snacks will available for purchase after hours as well.
Session Date Time Spots Left Cost
NORTHERN CALVERT TEAM CAMP AUG 1, 2024 - AUG 3, 2024 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
10+
$235.00

North Point Team Camp

2021-2023

Overnight Team Camp. Campers will need to bring the following- Linens for bed, shower, pillow, blanket, bath towel, toiletries, several changes of clothes, multiple pairs of shoes, and a mouth piece. Players will be provided housing in our air conditioned dorms for three days / two nights. Meals will begin with lunch & dinner on day one, breakfast, lunch and dinner on day two, and breakfast on day three. Pizza and snacks will available for purchase after hours as well.
Session Date Time Spots Left Cost
NORTH POINT TEAM CAMP AUG 1, 2024 - AUG 3, 2024 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
10+
$235.00

Westlake Team Camp

2025, 2026, 2027

Overnight Team Camp. Campers will need to bring the following- Linens for bed, shower, pillow, blanket, bath towel, toiletries, several changes of clothes, multiple pairs of shoes, and a mouth piece. Players will be provided housing in our air conditioned dorms for three days / two nights. Meals will begin with lunch & dinner on day one, breakfast, lunch and dinner on day two, and breakfast on day three. Pizza and snacks will available for purchase after hours as well.
Session Date Time Spots Left Cost
WESTLAKE TEAM CAMP AUG 5, 2024 - AUG 7, 2024 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
10+
$235.00

Blake Team Camp

2025, 2026, 2027

Overnight Team Camp. Campers will need to bring the following- Linens for bed, shower, pillow, blanket, bath towel, toiletries, several changes of clothes, multiple pairs of shoes, and a mouth piece. Players will be provided housing in our air conditioned dorms for three days / two nights. Meals will begin with lunch & dinner on day one, breakfast, lunch and dinner on day two, and breakfast on day three. Pizza and snacks will available for purchase after hours as well.
Session Date Time Spots Left Cost
BLAKE TEAM CAMP AUG 5, 2024 - AUG 7, 2024 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
10+
$235.00

Montgomery Blair

2025, 2026, 2027

Overnight Team Camp. Campers will need to bring the following- Linens for bed, shower, pillow, blanket, bath towel, toiletries, several changes of clothes, multiple pairs of shoes, and a mouth piece. Players will be provided housing in our air conditioned dorms for three days / two nights. Meals will begin with lunch & dinner on day one, breakfast, lunch and dinner on day two, and breakfast on day three. Pizza and snacks will available for purchase after hours as well.
Session Date Time Spots Left Cost
MONTGOMERY BLAIR AUG 8, 2024 - AUG 10, 2024 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
10+
$235.00

Cougars Elite Camp

Cougar Elite Members Only

Overnight Team Camp. Campers will need to bring the following- Linens for bed, shower, pillow, blanket, bath towel, toiletries, several changes of clothes, multiple pairs of shoes, and a mouth piece. Players will be provided housing in our air conditioned dorms for three days / two nights. Meals will begin with lunch & dinner on day one, breakfast, lunch and dinner on day two, and breakfast on day three. Pizza and snacks will available for purchase after hours as well.
Session Date Time Spots Left Cost
COUGARS ELITE CAMP AUG 8, 2024 - AUG 10, 2024 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
10+
$235.00

About Our Camps

Simply put, our college level coaching staffs goal is to help each camper attain their goals. We will do everything in our power to help anyone attending First Down Football Camps play at the college level.

Players will learn much more than just football, they will be taught teamwork, self discipline, consideration of others and how to attain their potential on the field and in life. This is a great opportunity to improve your skills and get recruited at the same time.

Our goal is to give each player the finest football instruction available and a program they will never forget.

-Athletes of all skill levels welcome.
-Athletes will learn position-specific skills necessary to become great players.
-Athletes will learn ways to improve their speed, agility, and power.
-Learn the importance of playing with a positive attitude, discipline, and pride.
-Learn from an intelligent, and talented group of coaches.
-No helmets or pads are needed. Campers only need to bring their own cleats, workout clothes and water.
-There will be a certified athletic trainer on site and present at all times.

*There are no refunds*

Meet the Coaches

Ed Hottle

Head Coach

Phone: 443-352-4267

Clayton Beard

Assistant Head Coach / Offensive Line / Football Operations

Phone: 443-394-9275

Josh Hoeg

Assistant Coach/Offensive Coordinator

Ken Emmons

Assistant Coach / Wide Receivers

Todd Nelson

Assistant Coach / Defensive Line / Video Coordinator

Craig Pettit

Assistant Coach/Linebackers

Rod White

Assistant Coach/Defensive Backs

Billy Gunther

Part-Time Assistant Coach / Running Backs

Phone: 410-808-1745

Duncan Williams

Volunteer Assistant/Tight Ends

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Coach Ed Hottle:

Email: ehottle@stevenson.edu

Phone: (443) 352-4267