For boys entering grades 3 - 12 Camp Dates: Session 1 - July 6 - 16   Session 2 - July 19 - 30      Session 3 - August 2 - 13
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Tom Pecora Boys Basketball Camp is geared toward those players entering grades 3-12, who desire training experience in all facets of basketball. Campers are grouped according to age, skill level and experience.

Camp Objectives

• To present the fundamentals of basketball so that each youngster fully understands and appreciates the sport.

• To provide instruction in individual and group settings, as well as through supervised competition, so that all participants realize their maximum potential.

• To expose each camper to the various philosophies and techniques representative of college and professional coaches and players.

• To provide an enriching experience through the development of competitive spirit, athletic skill and good sportsmanship.

Hofstra’s Tom Pecora Boys Basketball Camp utilizes the University’s state-of-the-art, air-conditioned basketball arena; indoor and outdoor basketball courts; premiere dining facilities; an indoor, heated, Olympic-sized swimming pool; and a fully equipped infirmary staffed by registered nurses.

Daily Program

• Stretching exercises and flexibility training.

• Basketball fundamentals: individualized improvement exercises developed for each player.

• Offensive skills development; one-on-one, five-on-five league play; free throw; and three-on-three competitions.

• Sessions with Hofstra players; competitions for prizes and give aways.

Guest Speakers:

Each session features a daily lecture by a guest coach or a Hofstra coach.

Past guest speakers have included: Craig “Speedy” Claxton – Atlanta Hawks; Jason Hernandez – Pro-Hoops founder/former Hofstra standout; Loren Stokes – former Hofstra star, CAA player of year, professional basketball player.

What to Bring

Each camper should wear daily: cotton T-shirt, athletic shorts, basketball sneakers and sweat socks. Bathing suit and towel will be needed on assigned swim days. Players must bring their own water bottle. Please label all items clearly with first and last name. Hofstra is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

Each camper takes home a Hofstra basketball, Hofstra basketball T-shirt, a Hofstra “driveway” workout, and the Hofstra media guide!