For Boys Entering Grades 3-12 Session 1: July 1 - 12 Session 2: July 15 - 26 Session 3: July 29 - August 9

Hofstra Univeristy Elite Boys Basketball Camp is geared toward players 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 each player 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 Univeristy Elite 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 student-athletes.
• Competitions for prizes and giveaways.

Guest Speakers
Each session features a daily lecture by a guest or Hofstra coach.
Past guest speakers have included:

• Craig “Speedy” Claxton – Former NBA player and currently a college scout with the Golden State Warriors/former Hofstra standout.
• Jason Hernandez – Pro-Hoops founder/former Hofstra standout.

What to Wear/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 and a Hofstra Pride T-shirt.