Key Takeaways
- US Sports Camps, the nation’s largest youth sports camp network, partners with University of Oregon Hall of Famer Anthony Newman for summer 2026 launch
- Nike Multi-Sport & Recreation Camps will serve ages 6-13 at Catlin Gabel School starting July 6, 2026
- Newman brings 12-year NFL career experience and deep Portland community roots to expand multi-sport access in Pacific Northwest
- USSC has operated Nike Sports Camps for 30 years and runs programs since 1975 under its sports education mission
- Partnership reflects growing emphasis on multi-sport development over single-sport specialization for youth athletes
Building Multi-Sport Access in the Pacific Northwest
US Sports Camps announced a partnership with Anthony Newman to bring Nike Multi-Sport & Recreation Camps to the Portland area beginning summer 2026. The camps will operate at Catlin Gabel School and serve children ages 6 to 13 across all genders.
Newman, a University of Oregon Athletic Hall of Famer and former NFL defensive back, spent 12 years in professional football with the Los Angeles Rams, New Orleans Saints, and Oakland Raiders. Before his NFL career, he earned First-team All-Pac-10 honors at Oregon and received national recognition as a baseball and football prospect at Beaverton High School.
The partnership gives USSC a recognized local figure to anchor its Portland expansion. “Partnering with US Sports Camps allows us to create an environment where every kid feels supported, challenged, and inspired,” Newman said. “I am proud to help bring a true multi-sport experience to Portland.”
Market Position and Operational Scale
US Sports Camps operates as the nation’s largest youth sports camp network and has served as the licensed provider of Nike Sports Camps for three decades. The company launched its first camps in 1975 and maintains its original mission of shaping lifelong enjoyment of athletics through sports education.
USSC operates under Youth Enrichment Brands, a network that includes i9 Sports (the nation’s largest multi-sport provider of youth sports leagues), SafeSplash Swim School (the world’s largest operator and franchisor of swim schools), and School of Rock (performance-based music education).
Dr. Nora Osei, Senior Director of US Sports Camps, emphasized Newman’s alignment with the organization’s philosophy. “Anthony reflects everything we believe multi-sport experiences can offer young athletes,” Osei said. “He is a teacher, a mentor, and a builder of community.”
Multi-Sport Development Strategy
The camp structure focuses on exposing young athletes to diverse athletic experiences rather than single-sport specialization. USSC positions this approach as supporting long-term athletic growth, creativity, and physical confidence.
Camps will offer activities designed to strengthen fundamental athletic skills while encouraging exploration of different sports. The programming aims to build a foundation for continued athletic participation rather than early specialization in one discipline.
Newman’s background as a multi-sport athlete reinforces this positioning. His high school career included national recognition in both baseball and football before he chose to focus on football at the collegiate level.
Strategic Implications
The Portland launch represents USSC’s continued investment in multi-sport programming with locally connected athlete partners. By securing Newman, USSC gains access to his community relationships and reputation built over decades in Oregon athletics.
The summer 2026 timeline provides nearly 18 months for marketing, facility preparation, and program development. Camp registration is available through the dedicated landing page at ussportscamps.com/welcome/anthony-newman/.
The partnership follows industry trends toward multi-sport participation for youth athletes, particularly in the 6-13 age range where skill development and athletic exploration receive increasing emphasis over early specialization.
Via: US Sports Camps
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