Imagine a training facility dedicated to lacrosse, where fields are used solely for lacrosse, the training grounds are in perfect condition and there’s no worry about scheduling practice time around other sports and teams. This is reality at the IMG Lacrosse Academy in Bradenton, FL. With year-round availability, lacrosse team training offers teams at any age group the chance to prepare for an upcoming season or tournament and become THE TOTAL ATHLETE. From current lacrosse stars like Paul Rabil and Max Seibald to legendary coaches like Team USA’s Mike Pressler, the IMG Lacrosse Academy has hosted many of lacrosse’s elite.
From experienced veterans to rookies looking to make an instant impact and upperclassmen preparing for a breakout year to an incoming freshman learning the intricacies of college lacrosse, the IMG Lacrosse Academy provides players with the knowledge, skills and training regimen to reach their full potential and become THE TOTAL ATHLETE. Our staff will focus on the individual player, creating a customized program to maximize development and expand each player’s game. Every college player receives a detailed analysis of strengths and weaknesses, as well as a progressive plan for continued development throughout the lacrosse season.
IMG Lacrosse Academy camps are led by lacrosse veteran Patrick Haley. Born and raised in Maryland, Patrick has played and coached lacrosse for 20 years. He played high school lacrosse for St. Mary’s Annapolis in the powerful MIAA-A conference before playing two years at Towson University for Tony Seaman, then transferring to Florida State where he led his team in 2007 with 30 goals and 21 assists. Prior to IMG, Patrick coached at every different age group for the La Jolla Lacrosse Club in San Diego, CA, where he played for top team Quicksilver Lacrosse Club.Testimonials
What has your experience been here at IMG Academies compared to other places you have trained?
“It has a more personal feel for sure. The 1-1 attention during our training sessions is what I love. Normally there a lot of kids where I train at home and you get list; here it’s just us.”
What is the coaching staff like?
“The coaches are awesome. Having the head coach from the Chicago Machine training us, it’s just something you can’t get anywhere else.”
-Camper Jeff R. (Canada)
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How has the coaching staff been at the IMG Academies?
“They are by far the most experience coaches I have ever worked with. Stretching, strategy, technique, and the specifics of the game, they know it all. I just think most of all they are good guys. They want us to have fun and its awesome here.”
What is the environment like here?
“The environment is awesome. The fields are nice and the training is great. I have made a lot of good friends and I can’t think of a better camp to be at.”
-Camper Connor M. (Winston-Salem, NC)
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What is the coaching staff like?
“They are great because they make sure you improve. You are going to be better at the end of the week than when you started and that’s what is important. They really care about all of us.”
-Camper Reed S. (Ft. Myers, FL)
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“The IMG Lacrosse Academy is a great idea because it’s the right place for instruction and attention to fundamentals and techniques. The best players in Major League Lacrosse are those who are focused on instructional camps, and the IMG Lacrosse Academy understands this.”
-Ted Garber, former UMass head lacrosse coach
IMG's programs have produced some of the world's top athletes, and they can help you reach your goals–whether you're a beginner, top recruit, collegiate athlete or elite pro.
