SAN ANTONIO (June 18, 2010) -- Our Lady of the Lake University (OLLU) and the Houston Dynamo Youth Development System closed out the first-ever Residential Elite Soccer Camp on June 17. James Clarkson, director of Youth Development for the Houston Dynamo, conducted the closing ceremony at the campus's Thiry Auditorium. The event capped off a highly successful four day camp that began on June 14. More than 125 young men participated in a wide range of activities to showcase their talents and to gain insight on what it takes to play for a major league soccer team.

The Houston Dynamo are a Major League Soccer (MLS) franchise that has won two MLS Cup championships in its first four seasons and represented the United States in four consecutive regional championships.

Houston Dynamo staff and campers from Argentina, Mexico, India and the United States

Garrett Welch received the Golden Boot award for the top soccer athlete during the Residential Elite Camp.

stayed on campus. The curriculum of the camp was based on technique and tactical development.  Each player was evaluated by the Dynamo coaching staff, and successful players will be invited to train with the Dynamo Academy.

The camp has been such a success that plans are in place for two sessions next summer with dates being released soon.