Where Teams Prepare
Bishop & Dullaghan Team Camp is designed to give high school programs the work they need before the season begins. Teams get structured practice time, competitive scrimmages, and an environment built on the fundamentals of the game.
For more than 50 years, coaches across the Midwest have trusted this camp to help their teams sharpen execution, build chemistry, and prepare for Friday nights. When great programs come together, the learning extends beyond the players — coaches share ideas, study the game, and get better together.
The format is simple: great work, real competition, and a focus on the fundamentals that make great teams.
Each day at Bishop & Dullaghan Team Camp begins with focused instruction on the fundamentals of the game. Players spend dedicated time working on the techniques that make football work — tackling, blocking, footwork, leverage, and execution.
From there, teams take those fundamentals directly into their own systems. Coaches run team periods, install concepts, and prepare their players within the structure of their offense and defense.
The day continues with competitive scrimmages, giving athletes the opportunity to apply what they’ve learned in real game situations.
Real Competition. Fundamentals First.
Great offense starts with great fundamentals. At Bishop & Dullaghan Team Camp, offensive players focus on the details that make execution possible — footwork, timing, ball security, and precision.
Quarterbacks, receivers, backs, tight ends, and offensive linemen work through position-specific drills designed to build confidence and consistency within the structure of the offense.
Position Focus
• Quarterbacks — footwork, timing, ball handling, throwing mechanics, and accuracy
• Wide Receivers — releases, separation, route running, ball skills, and blocking technique
• Running Backs — vision, cuts, ball security, and finishing runs
• Tight Ends — route running, blocking technique, ball skills, and hybrid offensive responsibilities
• Offensive Line — stance, leverage, run blocking fundamentals, and pass protection
Great defense starts with discipline and fundamentals. At Bishop & Dullaghan Team Camp, defensive players focus on tackling technique, leverage, pursuit, and the details that allow great defenses to play fast and physical.
Linebackers, defensive backs, and defensive linemen work through position-specific drills designed to build confidence, improve technique, and reinforce the fundamentals required to play great team defense.
Position Emphasis
• Linebackers — reads and steps, tackling technique, block shedding, pursuit angles, and pass coverage fundamentals
• Safeties — footwork, reads, deep zone responsibility, run support, and coverage technique
• Corners — press technique, footwork, coverage fundamentals, ball skills, and pursuit
• Defensive Line — leverage, hand placement, gap control, block recognition, and pass rush fundamentals
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Every session begins with focused instruction on the fundamentals of the game, led by experienced college coaches who emphasize technique, execution, and the details that make football work.
Teams then apply those fundamentals within their own systems through structured practice periods and competitive scrimmages.
Programs receive seven practice opportunities across three days, dedicated individual field space, and time for film review and team evaluation throughout camp.
Bishop & Dullaghan brings together coaches from across the Midwest, creating an environment where staffs can learn from one another while preparing their teams.
Coaches have opportunities to observe other programs, talk football with the Bishop & Dullaghan staff, and exchange ideas with peers from across the region.
Each evening, coach socials provide time to connect, share ideas, and continue the conversation about the game.
Tradition, Refined
For decades, Bishop & Dullaghan has helped high school programs prepare for the season. The camp remains rooted in the fundamentals of the game while continuing to evolve alongside today’s athletes and coaches.
Each day begins with focused instruction on the fundamentals of the game, led by experienced college coaches. Teams then apply those fundamentals through practice periods and competitive scrimmages.
Across three days, programs receive seven practice opportunities, dedicated individual field space, and time for film review and team evaluation.
Instruction is led by a staff of experienced, college coaches who focus on teaching the fundamentals of the game.
The goal is simple: teach the details that make football work, then give teams the opportunity to apply those fundamentals in real competitive situations.
Teams receive structured practice time, competitive scrimmages, and an environment built for real football preparation. Coaches have the opportunity to install their systems, evaluate their players, and compete against quality opponents.
The camp also creates opportunities for coaches to observe other programs, talk football with peers, and connect with the Bishop & Dullaghan staff.