minicamp

noun

mini·​camp ˈmi-nē-ˌkamp 

: a special abbreviated training camp for football players held usually in the spring or early summer

Examples of minicamp in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Nobody in training camp has been more disappointing than Ewers because his OTA and minicamp performance hinted that the second-year quarterback deserved a legitimate opportunity to compete for the starting role. — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2026

Willis’ top target during organized team activities and minicamp appeared to be Tolbert, a free agent acquisition from the Dallas Cowboys, after those two signed with the Dolphins in March. — David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 12 Aug. 2026

Juice Wells, a former United Football League receiver who signed after mandatory minicamp, continues to flash in team periods. — Daniel Flick, AJC.com, 11 Aug. 2026

The Jets moved equipment into the interim facility after mandatory minicamp, and demolition of the old space was completed in July. — Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 11 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1977, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for minicamp

• comp
• pomp
• pompe
• romp
• stomp
• swamp