Ben Roethlisberger
Ben Roethlisberger played college football at Miami University, where he led the Redhawks to a #10 national ranking in 2003, including a victory in the GMAC Bowl over Louisville. Big Ben holds every major passing record at the school and a number of passing records in the Mid-American Conference despite playing just three years before joining the NFL.
Ben Roethlisberger was originally drafted by the Steelers 11th overall in the 2004 NFL Draft. Roethlisberger earned the AP NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2005. He became the youngest Super Bowl-winning quarterback in NFL history, leading the Steelers to a 21-10 victory over the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl XL at the age of 23. He was named to his first Pro Bowl in 2007.
Roethlisberger continued to lead the Steeler's offense in 2008, becoming Super Bowl champions for the second time within a span of three years. Roethlisberger threw the game-winning touchdown pass in the final 35 seconds to secure the Steeler's victory over the Arizona Cardinals. Known as one of the NFL's most efficient passers, Roethlisberger finished the 2008 season with 3,301 passing yards and 17 touchdowns.
During the 2009 season, Roethlisberger made his mark in franchise history. He became the first quarterback in franchise history to throw for over 4,000 yards after throwing for 259 yards against the Baltimore Ravens. Roethlisberger also set a new mark for single season completions with 302. Roethlisberger finished the season with 4,328 passing yards and 26 touchdowns.
Jim Stoll
Jim Stoll will direct the daily programs. Jim Stoll is widely recognized as one of the best summer camp organizers in the country. A tireless worker when it comes to athletics, Jim has been a successful coach and administrator at every level. His basketball teams at Purcell Marian H.S. in Cincinnati, Ohio include the 1985 state champion in the big school (AAA) division and were ranked as high as 17th in the USA Today poll. Jim spent five years as a Division I assistant college basketball coach at Miami of Ohio and the University of Wyoming respectively. His experience with ProCamps includes directing highly successful camps for Chad Johnson, Carson Palmer, Vince Carter, Carmelo Anthony, Chris Paul and many other high-profile athletes in the NBA and NFL.
Coaches
The Ben Roethlisberger Football Camp will be staffed with the Pittsburgh area’s top prep football coaches. Each coach will bring a unique background to the event with the ability to share techniques and philosophies with the campers on a daily basis.