Nike Basketball Camp at Amherst College
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Work on your basketball skills during summer 2024 at Amherst College, led by Head Men's Basketball Coach Marlon Sears. This basketball camp is the perfect location to help you stay above the competition with specialty instruction, fun drills, scrimmages, and more!
The Complete Skills Camp helps players of all abilities develop athletically, refine fundamental basketball skills and enhance their skill set at the post, wing, or guard position.
*This camp must comply with the regulations of the MDPH & be licensed by the LBOH.
Highlights Include
- Fundamental instruction, individual development, and team play
- Off-court discussions and activities to enhance on-court game
- All summer campers receive a Nike Basketball Camp t-shirt and other prizes!
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Camp Coaches
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Head Coach Marlon Sears
Marlon Sears starts his fourth year and third season as head coach of the Amherst College men's basketball program in 2023-2024. In his two years at Amherst, Sears's basketball teams have reached the NESCAC Quarterfinals both years. He also coached Garrett Day '22 to a Second Team All-NESCAC selection.
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Camp Details
2024 DATES
Elite Camp I (Day, Ages 14-18): June 8
Elite Camp II (Extended Day or Overnight; Ages 14-18): June 15-16
Complete Skills I (Ages 6-17): June 17-20
Complete Skills II (Ages 6-17): June 24-27
Complete Skills III (Ages 6-17): July 1-3
Complete Skills IV (Ages 6-17): July 8-11
Complete Skills V (Ages 6-17): July 15-18
Camp Hours
Elite Camp I:
Check-in: Saturday at 8:30AM
Meals: Lunch is included.
Hours: SAT 9AM-3PM
Elite Camp II:
All Campers Check-in: Saturday at 2:30PM at Alumni Gym
All Campers Closing Ceremony: Sunday at 2:30PM
Extended Day Camper Daily Hours: SAT 3PM-9PM & SUN 9AM-3PM
Complete Skills I, II, IV, & V:
Check-in: Monday at 8:30AM at Alumni Gym
Meals: Half day campers will depart before lunch. Full day campers can bring a packed lunch or lunch can be purchased for $80 for Monday-Thursday at registration.
Half-Day Hours: MON-THURS 9AM-12PM
Full-Day Hours: MON-THURS 9AM-3PM
Complete Skills III:
Check-in: Monday at 8:30AM at Alumni Gym
Meals: Please bring a packed lunch or lunch can be purchased for $60 for Monday-Wednesday at registration.
Full-Day Hours: MON-WED 9AM-3PM
ELITE CAMP DETAILS
Players attending the 2024 Elite Camp at Amherst College will have the opportunity to showcase their abilities in front of the Amherst College Coaches in addition to dozens of other collegiate coaches from various prestigious academic institutions throughout the country. To ensure each player will have multiple opportunities to be evaluated by our staff and other collegiate coaches in attendance, we have placed a limit on the number of available spots.
Driving Directions
At the corner of Rte. 9 and Rte. 116, turn onto Rte. 116 South 2. Take the THIRD LEFT (counting the “Do Not Enter”) into the athletics complex 3. The athletics parking lot will be immediately on your right (along with Orr Rink). If there are no spaces available, try parking to your left in front of Alumni Gymnasium. If you still cannot find parking, go across the street and park along Hitchcock Road, which is directly across from the entrance to the athletics complex.
Signage will be posted on campus and you can park in the parking lot to the right of the entrance by the hockey rink. Further directions can be found here: https://athletics.amherst.edu/sports/2020/9/30/Directions%20and%20Parking.aspx
BASKETBALLS
Nike Versa Tack Basketballs can be purchased during registration for $30. Players can choose between a size 6 (28.5", standard girls) or size 7 (29.5", standard boys) ball, which will be passed out on the last day of camp. Please note that it is not required to bring a basketball to camp as they are provided by the staff for camp instruction.
PRE-CAMP CHECKLIST
To view your customer account, complete your mandatory forms, pay balance dues, and review important clinic information, visit Pre-Clinic Checklist. All necessary clinic information is on this page. If there are any imperative changes prior to clinic start, registered campers will be notified via email and this webpage will be updated!
PACKING LIST
Below is a suggested list of clothes, equipment, and personal items. US Sports Camps is NOT responsible for lost or stolen articles or money.
● Athletic, on-court clothing
● Athletic shoes
● Water bottle
● Small gym bag/backpack
CAMPER EVALUATION
Upon arrival, all participants are evaluated by the staff so that their own instructional needs can be addressed throughout the week. In addition, campers will be evaluated and then split up into smaller groups according to age and ability.
MEDICAL PROTOCOL
Most clinics have an athletic trainer on-site to help with illness or injury. In case of an emergency, campers will be transported to the nearest hospital.
COMPANY POLICIES
For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation is not provided by the clinic to or from any airports. If you are flying to or from the clinic, we recommend using an airport shuttle service. Please schedule flights as close as you can to the check-in times on the first day and check-out times on the last day.
NIKE BASKETBALL CAMP FAQ
For general questions about our basketball camps, please see our FAQ page.
*Please note, this information is subject to change.
Sample Daily Schedule
- 9:05 AM Warm Up / Stretch / Half Court Drills
- 9:30 AM Dribble Series
- 9:45 AM Drill Stations
- 10:15 AM 3 on 3
- 11:00 AM Full Court Games
- 11:45 AM Lunch
- 12:30 PM Free Throws / Two Ball / 1 on 1
- 1:15 PM Offense Team Drills
- 1:45 PM Defense Team Drills
- 2:00 PM 3 on 3
- 2:30 PM Full Court Games
- 3:00 PM Campers Depart
Camp Reviews
Overall Average Rating Stars
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July 7, 2023: The camp staff were excellent, very knowledgeable, skilled and committed to an experience that would enhance the skills of the players. Lunches at the dining hall were thoroughly enjoyed by our camper
— Anonymous
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July 7, 2023: All camp staff very friendly and energetic, the kids worked hard and played hard. Instills excellent sportsmanship and strong skills in a fun and positive environment.
— Anonymous
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July 7, 2023: Our son had a memory making experience and an invaluable lesson beyond basketball and sports but also around what high standards and professionalism is all about.
— Anonymous
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July 2, 2023: Camp was very organized. My son loved the camp and he learned a lot. I see it's already improved his skills which is what he wanted.
— Anonymous
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July 16, 2023: Coach Sears and his Team were excellent. My child grew his game, had fun and made connections. We will be back!
— Anonymous
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June 23, 2023: The staff was friendly and my son really enjoyed the camp. I love that he came home happy and tired every day
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June 23, 2023: My son said the coaches were all super friendly and supportive. He learned new skills and loved going.
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June 23, 2023: Playing with new coaches, learning new skills and meeting new teammates
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July 16, 2023: My camper making friends, having fun and improving his skills
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July 7, 2023: Camp director and staff was extremely friendly and helpful
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July 1, 2023: The skills, coaching, and continuous exercise for the kids
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reignited his passion
— Anonymous
Nike Basketball Camp at Amherst College
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