Doug Bruno Girls Basketball Camp at North Central College

All Reviews about Doug Bruno Girls Basketball Camp at North Central College

• Extremely thoughtful feedback from incredible coaches

  Hi Coach Janee! This is Alayna from this past basketball camp that I attended. I want to thank you so much for putting the time and effort into being one of the coaches this past week. I just read your notes that you wrote on my feedback paper and the comments you wrote were really thoughtful and comments that I won't forget. I loved having you as one of my coaches these past couple of days. Thank you again!
• It was a tough but rewarding experience

  My daughter is only nine and played one season for her local school district. She enjoyed going and playing and meeting new friends. She won 'Most Improved' and we are very proud! It was a tough but rewarding experience.
• Everyone was kind and helpful.

  I love the enthusiasm and energy of everyone at the camp. Everyone was kind and helpful while professional and made the experience wonderful for the girls.
• Built confidence on the court

  The coaches and staff helped develop my daughters skills and confidence on the court and off. She worked hard but wanted to keep playing because she grew to love the game.
• she said it was the best basketball camp she did all summer

  Even though she missed a day with an injury, she said it was the best basketball camp she did all summer. She enjoy the playing and breakouts of drills.
• playing with different players

  Sadie enjoyed traveling to a camp and playing with different players and learning new skills.
• they had fun and got better!

  Audrey has attended eight Doug Bruno Camps over the years, she is a veteran to say the least. She almost did not go this year but when it was done and we picked her up she said it was one of the best ones yet. We really like the camp for our girls and they always come back saying they had fun and got better!
• she felt empowered at this camp

  My daughter struggles with confidence on the court and she felt empowered at this camp. She loved the positive encouragement from the individual coaches. We will see you next summer.
• Alysia always leaves this camp inspired

  This is Alysia's 3rd year attending this camp and it truly is the highlight of her summer. She looks forward to this camp all year! Coach Doug Bruno has developed an excellent program for young girls to be inspired to be the best basketball player they can be. Alysia always leaves this camp inspired and excited for her next season of basketball to start so she can use all of the skills she learned while at camp. She was very excited to be a part of the championship teams of both the 3-on-3 and 5-on-5 competitions and having Tanita Allen as her coach was the icing on the cake after attending the Big East conference games and watching her play and win with the conference championship in March with the DePaul Blue Demons. We are sad that this is the last year that Coach Bruno will be leading this wonderful camp, but know that he has ingrained his coaching style into his assistants and are confident that the camp experience will remain the same next year. See you next year!
• truly unbelievable!

  It's truly unbelievable the improvements I saw in my daughters game after just 4 days in your camp. Her AAU coach saw a marked improvement as well and was quite impressed. Coach Bruno lit a fire in her last year at camp and he made the fire burn brighter this year at camp. This camp worked miracles on my daughter's confidence - something she struggles with. You have a great thing going and we are so happy we are able to send our daughter there. Thank you to Coach Bruno to take the time to teach and share his vast knowledge with the younger girls.
• Thank you for a great experience

  Taylor has been registered two prior years in a row to attend Doug Bruno camp. In 2017, she broke her wrist the weekend before camp and in 2018 she came down with strep throat at camp. She was unable to attend either camp date. She was FINALLY able to attend camp this year and LOVED it! This was a year that very few of her age friends attended, but she and her roommate (who had never attended) had the best time. They learned a lot and enjoyed the challenge of the older campers. Thank you for a great experience!
• Coaches were excellent!

  As parents, we met BJ who was one of my daughter's coaches. We met several of the other coaches when we would come visit each evening. These women loved being at this camp and they were so fun to talk to. They were encouraging and shared personal experiences with us and our daughter. What a fantastic experience! Thank you!
• could not have gone better

  This was her first sleepaway camp experience and it could not have gone better. She had a great time both on and off the court and wants to come back next summer.
• helped my daughter develop more confidence

  The camp really helped my daughter develop more confidence in her abilities. The coaches do a great job of putting girls at the correct level in order to help challenge them. It is always a wonderful experience for my daughter.
• The camp was well-organized

  Sophia greatly improved her ball handling skills, form, and shooting. She obtained great advice from her coach, aiming to constructively build on her skills. The camp was well-organized and North Central College is just the right school in a beautiful neighborhood to hold this camp as it seemed safe and secure. Most importantly, Sophia had so much fun! She didn't want to come home.
• I am grateful for the experience

  This was a great experience. I was able to see Coach Bruno in action along with the personal approach used by ALL the coaches! I am grateful for the experience along with what’s to come during the next session shooting camp! Thank you!
• She loved everything

  She loved everything - her coaches, teammates, dorms, 1v1, and all of the games! Thank you!!
• it really made Ewuraesi a better player

  The coaches were amazing and were always willing to help. The friends she made helped make her time at camp fun and awesome. The food was really good and tasty. The games and station that they did were really fun and it really made Ewuraesi a better player.
• She enjoyed the positive atmosphere

  She was impressed with the extra information and details the coaches provided her. She felt seen and heard by her team’s coach. She enjoyed the positive atmosphere but was happy to receive constructive feedback.
• truly unbelievable!

  It's truly unbelievable the improvements I saw in my daughters game after just 4 days in your camp. Her AAU coach saw a marked improvement as well and was quite impressed. Coach Bruno lit a fire in her last year at camp and he made the fire burn brighter this year at camp. This camp worked miracles on my daughter's confidence - something she struggles with. You have a great thing going and we are so happy we are able to send our daughter there. Thank you to Coach Bruno to take the time to teach and share his vast knowledge with the younger girls.
• Extremely thoughtful feedback from incredible coaches

  Hi Coach Janee! This is Alayna from this past basketball camp that I attended. I want to thank you so much for putting the time and effort into being one of the coaches this past week. I just read your notes that you wrote on my feedback paper and the comments you wrote were really thoughtful and comments that I won't forget. I loved having you as one of my coaches these past couple of days. Thank you again!
• It was a tough but rewarding experience

  My daughter is only nine and played one season for her local school district. She enjoyed going and playing and meeting new friends. She won 'Most Improved' and we are very proud! It was a tough but rewarding experience.
• Everyone was kind and helpful.

  I love the enthusiasm and energy of everyone at the camp. Everyone was kind and helpful while professional and made the experience wonderful for the girls.
• Built confidence on the court

  The coaches and staff helped develop my daughters skills and confidence on the court and off. She worked hard but wanted to keep playing because she grew to love the game.
• she said it was the best basketball camp she did all summer

  Even though she missed a day with an injury, she said it was the best basketball camp she did all summer. She enjoy the playing and breakouts of drills.
• playing with different players

  Sadie enjoyed traveling to a camp and playing with different players and learning new skills.
• Coaches were excellent!

  As parents, we met BJ who was one of my daughter's coaches. We met several of the other coaches when we would come visit each evening. These women loved being at this camp and they were so fun to talk to. They were encouraging and shared personal experiences with us and our daughter. What a fantastic experience! Thank you!
• they had fun and got better!

  Audrey has attended eight Doug Bruno Camps over the years, she is a veteran to say the least. She almost did not go this year but when it was done and we picked her up she said it was one of the best ones yet. We really like the camp for our girls and they always come back saying they had fun and got better!
• Thank you for a great experience

  Taylor has been registered two prior years in a row to attend Doug Bruno camp. In 2017, she broke her wrist the weekend before camp and in 2018 she came down with strep throat at camp. She was unable to attend either camp date. She was FINALLY able to attend camp this year and LOVED it! This was a year that very few of her age friends attended, but she and her roommate (who had never attended) had the best time. They learned a lot and enjoyed the challenge of the older campers. Thank you for a great experience!
• Alysia always leaves this camp inspired

  This is Alysia's 3rd year attending this camp and it truly is the highlight of her summer. She looks forward to this camp all year! Coach Doug Bruno has developed an excellent program for young girls to be inspired to be the best basketball player they can be. Alysia always leaves this camp inspired and excited for her next season of basketball to start so she can use all of the skills she learned while at camp. She was very excited to be a part of the championship teams of both the 3-on-3 and 5-on-5 competitions and having Tanita Allen as her coach was the icing on the cake after attending the Big East conference games and watching her play and win with the conference championship in March with the DePaul Blue Demons. We are sad that this is the last year that Coach Bruno will be leading this wonderful camp, but know that he has ingrained his coaching style into his assistants and are confident that the camp experience will remain the same next year. See you next year!
• she felt empowered at this camp

  My daughter struggles with confidence on the court and she felt empowered at this camp. She loved the positive encouragement from the individual coaches. We will see you next summer.
• helped my daughter develop more confidence

  The camp really helped my daughter develop more confidence in her abilities. The coaches do a great job of putting girls at the correct level in order to help challenge them. It is always a wonderful experience for my daughter.
• could not have gone better

  This was her first sleepaway camp experience and it could not have gone better. She had a great time both on and off the court and wants to come back next summer.
• I am grateful for the experience

  This was a great experience. I was able to see Coach Bruno in action along with the personal approach used by ALL the coaches! I am grateful for the experience along with what’s to come during the next session shooting camp! Thank you!
• The camp was well-organized

  Sophia greatly improved her ball handling skills, form, and shooting. She obtained great advice from her coach, aiming to constructively build on her skills. The camp was well-organized and North Central College is just the right school in a beautiful neighborhood to hold this camp as it seemed safe and secure. Most importantly, Sophia had so much fun! She didn't want to come home.
• She enjoyed the positive atmosphere

  She was impressed with the extra information and details the coaches provided her. She felt seen and heard by her team’s coach. She enjoyed the positive atmosphere but was happy to receive constructive feedback.
• it really made Ewuraesi a better player

  The coaches were amazing and were always willing to help. The friends she made helped make her time at camp fun and awesome. The food was really good and tasty. The games and station that they did were really fun and it really made Ewuraesi a better player.
• She loved everything

  She loved everything - her coaches, teammates, dorms, 1v1, and all of the games! Thank you!!
• We loved the dribbling session to music, it's always fun! The girls look happy and engaged during this time- definitely keep this up!
• Our daughter loved the mix of ball handling skills, some shooting skills, some 3v3, and some 5v5 as it made the days more fun.
• My daughter's confidence grew from this experience, and the quality of the campers helped broaden her horizons. The power of competitive, confident girls all in one gym was incredible.
• Providing the kids with an experience that not only teaches them skills but also gives them confidence and teaches them the value of putting in the extra work.
• This was my daughter's first overnight camp. She was nervous at the beginning. Those nerves were gone as soon as she arrived at camp. She loved everything about Doug Bruno Basketball Camp from the campers to the coaches to the hours of basketball played. She gained more and more confidence in herself and the sports each day she was there. She cannot wait to return!
• My daughter was able to attend with several friends and they all had a great experience. I thought the camp was well organized and the girls had a lot of fun.
• After attending last year, I saw specific skills improve, and after watching her in the games at the end of this session I saw her improve even more! Very grateful for such a fun, well organized week of learning!
• Daughter loved all of it. This is her second time attending a Bruno camp and the amount of basketball she gets to play is what makes her want to come back.
• My daughter had a great experience! Coming to see her play at the end, I already saw her improve her skills and have more confidence!
• The highlight was my daughter getting comfortable being at a sleepaway camp without her big sister and her pushing herself outside of her comfort zone.
• The highlight of this camp experience was meeting new people and learning new skills and how to practice them on your own at home.
• The friends my daughter made while learning new skills in a safe / positive environment. She was super jazzed.
• My daughter had a very positive experience. She improved on her skills and met new friends along the way.
• My daughter gained confidence in many areas including independence, responsibility, and basketball!
• My daughter loved it and felt like her game could be improved with hard work and what she learned.
• I enjoyed seeing how well the staff worked with the girls and being able to see her skills build daily.
• My son enjoyed having dedicated time with coaches who can provide suggestions and insight..
• Our daughter had a great time at camp. Her favorite part was the WBNA trip.
• The skills my daughter learned and the improvement shown in just 4 days was impressive!
• My daughter's favorite part was meeting new girls from around the area, and I'm merging in basketball!
• My daughter making new friends and embracing the camp lifestyle
• Loved the coaches

• Thank you​!

  My favorite part was getting to play cutthroat and 5 vs. 5. Also, the food was really good and I got to meet many new people. The camp was an excellent experience and helped me improve on my skills. Thank you!
• LOVED the coaches!

  She worked hard and improved her shooting technique. Since she left, she has been focusing on implementing what she learned. She met many new friends but LOVED the coaches! Coach Spider and Coach Bruno did a great job with the curriculum. See you next summer! Love it!
• She enjoyed focusing on ball handling skills

  She enjoyed focusing on ball handling skills and the length of time dedicated to playing each day.
• Very caring coaches

  I enjoyed the open forum where parents were able to come and watch at any time. I enjoyed the organization the stations and the coaches enthusiasm, competitive nature and the passion they instilled in the kids all week. The coaches really showed they cared and wanted to be there. The coaches really showed they cared and were very responsive to the kids needs.
• Thank you​!

  My favorite part was getting to play cutthroat and 5 vs. 5. Also, the food was really good and I got to meet many new people. The camp was an excellent experience and helped me improve on my skills. Thank you!
• Very caring coaches

  I enjoyed the open forum where parents were able to come and watch at any time. I enjoyed the organization the stations and the coaches enthusiasm, competitive nature and the passion they instilled in the kids all week. The coaches really showed they cared and wanted to be there. The coaches really showed they cared and were very responsive to the kids needs.
• She enjoyed focusing on ball handling skills

  She enjoyed focusing on ball handling skills and the length of time dedicated to playing each day.
• LOVED the coaches!

  She worked hard and improved her shooting technique. Since she left, she has been focusing on implementing what she learned. She met many new friends but LOVED the coaches! Coach Spider and Coach Bruno did a great job with the curriculum. See you next summer! Love it!