Even if you attended a Crossfire camp in 2025, please take a moment to read about important changes coming to our summer camp offerings in 2026.
Since its beginning, Crossfire has provided Half-Day, Full-Day, and Overnight Camps each summer in June and July. Since 1993, more than 27,000 boys and girls ages 6–28 have taken part in our camps. We’re deeply grateful for every camper who has been part of the Crossfire journey, and we look forward to welcoming many more in the years ahead.
Looking ahead to 2026, we will continue offering both Half-Day and Full-Day Camps for boys and girls of all ages. However, Overnight Camps will no longer be available. While we’ve loved creating meaningful overnight experiences for our campers over the years, the time has come for a new chapter. As shared with Full-Day and Overnight Camp families during the Parent Program on July 24, 2025, this decision reflects a thoughtful transition for our ministry.
Thank you for your continued support and understanding as Crossfire evolves to serve our athletes even better in the future.
The decision to discontinue our Overnight Camp was not taken lightly. Rising insurance premiums and increasingly expensive facility rental costs have made it financially unfeasible. Even after years of subsidizing the camp through sponsorships, the numbers simply no longer work. After careful prayer and wise counsel, we’ve made the choice to bring this chapter to a close while staying focused on serving athletes through sustainable and impactful camps.
Starting in 2026, Crossfire will offer at least two Half-Day Camps running Monday through Thursday from 1:00–4:30 PM. Each camp is expected to cost $100 per camper and will likely be held in Hendersonville and Asheville. These camps are designed to deliver high-impact basketball training in a shorter, more accessible format that fits better with busy family schedules.
Since Crossfire began in 1993, the world has changed significantly. Today, there are new concerns and sensitivities surrounding overnight events, especially for youth. These changes, coupled with the logistical and financial challenges, led us to reevaluate how we can best serve families. While we’ll miss the Overnight Camp experience, we believe this shift opens the door for safer, smarter, and more family-friendly options moving forward.
For families seeking a more immersive experience, our Full-Day Camp will now be offered as a 2- or 3-day program. This allows families—especially those traveling from out of town—to stay in nearby hotels and enjoy the evenings together. These sessions will include lunch and follow a model successfully used by other camps nationwide. This cost-effective plan not only prevents financial strain on Crossfire but also saves families money without compromising on quality.
We’re excited to officially introduce Ryan Goodson, who will be joining Crossfire Ministry full-time in 2026!
Ryan and his wife, Ashley, live in Lenoir, North Carolina, and he has already been actively involved in Crossfire’s sports ministry. In 2025, Ryan helped lead basketball camps both in the Dominican Republic and the Philippines, as well as taking part in our U.S.-based summer camps. His impact has been immediate, and we’re thrilled that he’ll be expanding his role in the coming year.
As a former basketball team manager at Appalachian State University under Coach Buzz Peterson (a longtime friend of Crossfire), Ryan brings both passion and professional experience to the court.
For the past 15 years, Ryan has trained high school, college, and NBA athletes. Notably, he led Stephen Curry’s first basketball camp in 2007 and has worked with a wide range of elite players.
Some highlights from Ryan’s career include:
Filming a workout endorsement with Mac McClung, 3-time NBA Slam Dunk Champion
Serving as a basketball coordinator for a Sprite commercial featuring Trae Young (Atlanta Hawks) and Anthony Edwards (Minnesota Timberwolves)
In 2026 and beyond, Ryan will be leading basketball clinics and one-on-one training sessions throughout the year as part of his full-time role with Crossfire.
We are grateful to have Ryan on board and can’t wait to see how God continues to use his gifts to impact lives through the game of basketball.
Ryan Goodson serves as a dedicated coach with Crossfire Ministry, using his talents on and off the basketball court to impact lives for Christ. With years of experience in both coaching and ministry, Ryan combines skill, mentorship, and a passion for the Gospel to reach players and audiences of all ages. Whether leading drills at camps, sharing his testimony, or building relationships through sports, Ryan brings energy, authenticity, and faith to every opportunity. His commitment to helping others grow — not just as athletes but as followers of Jesus — makes him a vital part of the Crossfire team and its worldwide mission.
Robert Fields is a passionate coach with Crossfire Ministry who uses his platform in sports to point others toward Christ. With a heart for mentorship and a gift for connecting with players, Robert shares not only the fundamentals of the game but also the hope and truth found in God’s Word. Whether serving at camps, in local outreach, or on international mission trips, he leads by example — showing that faith and perseverance go hand in hand. Robert’s dedication to both coaching and ministry makes him a powerful role model for athletes and a valued leader within the Crossfire team.
Freddy Johnson brings decades of ministry experience and a heart for the Gospel to his role as a coach with Crossfire Ministry. After giving his life to Christ, Freddy transitioned from the business world into full-time ministry, serving in leadership roles as pastor, teacher, and global evangelist. His passion is helping people discover their God-given purpose while using sports as a bridge to share the hope of Jesus Christ. Whether on the court, in the church, or on international mission fields, Freddy’s life and ministry reflect his deep commitment to lifting high the name of Jesus and equipping others to follow Him.
Tim Lewis serves as a dedicated coach with Crossfire Ministry, using both his love for basketball and his faith in Jesus Christ to reach people of all ages. Tim shares openly about his life verse, 1 Peter 2:9, and how God has saved him, kept him, and continues to pour grace into his life and family daily. His journey is a testimony of God’s power to transform and sustain, even through failures and shortcomings. On and off the court, Tim brings encouragement, mentorship, and the hope of the Gospel—helping others see that true victory is found in Christ alone.
