Lacrosse Extended Day Competition & Development
Lacrosse Camp covers all aspects of team play, with emphasis on fundamental development and the mechanics of individual offense and defense. This camp is designed to help players take their game to the next level, whatever that may be. For beginning players, it is learning the basics and practicing good habits to build a strong foundation. For intermediate players, it is gaining confidence in their abilities and learning to play faster and more instinctually so they can become leaders on their teams. And for the advanced players, it is finding ways to maximize their strengths to become an impact player in their club and school teams right now. Throughout camp, we drill the fundamentals, have fun competitions to test the boys’ skills, and play competitive games to challenge the guys to take the next step in their development. After five days at McCallie Lacrosse Camp, boys should love the game of lacrosse and have both the desire and the knowledge to reach their potential.
Director: eamon thornton, varsity lacrosse coach
2026 Camp Sessions
Session: June 1-5
Camp Information
Grades: Rising 3rd-9th; Boys
- Time: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Cost: $550 per session
- Early Bird Price $525 - Sign up before March 1st
- Levels: All Levels (Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced)
- The Extended Day Option allows boys to play the same amount as the boarding campers but not stay in the dorms each night. This is a great option especially for younger boys who aren’t quite old enough for the boarding camp.
Additional Camp Information
Refund/Cancellation Policy
McCallie Day Camps require a non-refundable $25 registration fee. On March 1, the balance of camp fees will be charged to credit card on file. After March 1, camp fees must be paid in full when registering. No refunds are available after June 1 except for documented medical reasons.
About the Director: Eamon Thornton, Varsity Lacrosse Coach
Coach Thornton is starting his fourth year as the head coach at McCallie after leading the team to a TN DII-AAA State Championship in 2022. Thornton graduated from McCallie in 2002, having played both football and lacrosse, and went on to play lacrosse at Hampden-Sydney College where he earned DIII Academic All-American and graduated in 2006 with a double major in English and Philosophy. Thornton coached in England, Baltimore, and Atlanta before returning to the Ridge in 2011. In that time, he has coached lacrosse, football, and even wrestling for a season at all three levels, middle school, JV, and varsity. In addition, he teaches English in the high school and serves as a dorm faculty member in North Hutch. Thornton lives on campus with his wife and three children, Luke, Adelyn, and Noah, and their Aussie Shepard Joey. For fun, Thornton and his family love to travel, hike, play sports, and play on campus with the big boys.
Email: ethornton@mccallie.org
Phone: (404) 693-7375