Nike Basketball Camp North Shore Sports and Wellness
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Camp Dates & Prices
Save Your spot with a deposit! Flexible cancellation options available.
Jul. 20 - Jul. 24, 2026
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Nike Basketball Camps
Train at the former Chicago Bull's practice facilities in summer 2026 with TJ Gray, Head Men's Basketball Coach at Illinois Institute of Technology! Formerly named Joy of the Game Sports Center, North Shore Sports and Wellness is the perfect location for players of all abilities who are looking to work on their skills in a fun and focused environment, all while having serious fun!
Pro Level Training Nike Basketball Camps mission is to provide players with the skills and mental approach they need to become a better and more explosive player. Emphasis is placed on fundamentals, footwork, balance, and conditioning.
Highlights Include
- The teaching of foundational athletic skills and work habits
- Discussion of nutritional goals and off-court activities to benefit on-court game
- Summer campers receive a Nike Basketball Camp t-shirt and other prizes!
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director TJ Gray
Terrence Gray will embark on his second year as Illinois Institute of Technology head men's basketball coach in 2021-22 (0-0). He assumed head coaching duties after three seasons with the Scarlet Hawks men's basketball program as an assistant coach.
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Staff Pro Level Training
Pro Level Training’s concept is very simple: cover all grounds with everyone that we work with. In addition to skills training, we place major emphasis on the strength, conditioning and performance sides of the game.
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Camp Details
SECURE YOUR SPOT!
Please Note: Last year, camp sessions SOLD OUT at this location
2026 Dates
- Complete Skills: July 20-24
Summer Complete Skills Hours
- Check-in: Monday at 8:30am
- Closing Ceremony: Friday at11:30am
- Meals: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a packed lunch.
- Daily Hours: MON-THURS 9AM-3PM FRI 9AM-12PM
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Instruction: Morning and afternoon training sessions
- Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours
- Lunch: Lunch is not provided, please bring a sack lunch each day
- Camp T-shirt & Prizes: Campers at multi-day camps will receive a Nike Basketball Camps t-shirt. *1-day clinics and fall, winter and spring camps excluded.
- Basketballs: Basketballs are provided for instruction during camp
INSTRUCTION & FACILITY
- Ratio: 1:10 staff-to-camper ratio
- Groupings: Campers are grouped by ability, age, and experience, per the Director's discretion
- Facility: Indoor courts
- Medical Protocol: Most camps 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.
BASKETBALLS
Nike All Court Elite Basketballs can be purchased during registration for $35. 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.
CUSTOMER PORTAL
To access your completed camp enrollments, Health and Release Forms, and Camp Information Packet, please visit: US Sports Camps Customer Portal
PRE-CAMP CHECKLIST
To view your customer account, complete your mandatory forms, pay balance dues, and review important camp information, visit Pre-Camp Checklist. All necessary camp information is on this page. If there are any imperative changes prior to camp 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
● Packed lunch and snacks
● 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 camps 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
If you need to cancel for any reason up until 24 hours prior to camp check-in, you will receive a camp credit voucher for tuition fees paid that is good through the following year for any sport and is transferable to any immediate family member. Participants who DO NOT attend their registered session (no-shows for any reason) or who do not contact USSC to cancel at least 24 hours prior to camp check-in will not receive a voucher or refund. Cash refunds are given only if Cancellation Protection was purchased at the time of registration and the cancellation is made before your balance due date.
For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation is not provided by the camp to or from any airports. If you are flying to or from camp, 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
- 9:00 AM Campers Arrive
- 9:15 AM Stretch/Dynamic Warmup
- 9:30 AM Skill Development/Performance Training
- 11:30 AM Classroom (Connect & Build Campers IQ of Basketball)
- 12:00 PM Lunch/Extra Shooting
- 12:45 PM Individual Improvement Drills/Camper Interviews
- 1:05 PM Lecture/Skill Competitions
- 1:35 PM Competitive Team Games - 3x3, 4x4, 5x5
- 3:00 PM Campers Depart
The North Shore Sports and Wellness is a 49,000 square foot, state of the art facility offering dynamic space designed to meet the needs a plethora of activities and services. The Sports Center has an arena with four large basketball/volleyball courts (two pro size and two high school length). Activities on the courts can be observed from courtside or from our mezzanine that also includes classrooms, offices, a team lounge, and a concession stand.
Camp Dates & Prices
Save Your spot with a deposit! Flexible cancellation options available.
Jul. 20 - Jul. 24, 2026
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Reviews & Testimonials
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Friendly Coaches
August 5, 2018: I made a lot of friends, the coaches were friendly, and I won cool prizes.
May 15, 2025 -
My daughter loved this camp!
August 06, 2017: My daughter loved this camp! The coaches were great and she definietyl improved her skills.
May 15, 2025 -
A fun environment!
August 4, 2019: The coaches did a good job mixing up the activities so that the campers were engaged and having fun. Thanks for creating a fun environment!
May 15, 2025
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One on one instruction.
August 13, 2016: The coaches were nice and provided one on one instruction.
May 15, 2025 -
Thank you!
August 2, 2021: Ben had a great time at basketball camp and is excited to continue playing the game. Thank you!
May 15, 2025 -
coaches were great and loved the facility
August 2, 2021: He thought the coaches were great and loved the facility. He also enjoyed playing with kids who had solid skills coming in.
May 15, 2025 -
Sloan said each day felt like it flew by so fast.
August 1, 2021: She loved meeting new people and learning new skill games. Had a fantastic week. Sloan said each day felt like it flew by so fast.
May 15, 2025 -
It’s his favorite camp by far
August 3, 2019: This was Sam's third year doing a Nike Basketball camp. It’s his favorite camp by far, he loves the coaches and the competitions.
May 15, 2025 -
Nice mix of skill training and game play.
August 05, 2017: Nice mix of skill training and game play. Their skills strongly improved by the end of camp.
May 15, 2025 -
Great value
August 4, 2018: My son enjoyed playing 5v5 games and working as a team offensively and defensively. Great value.
May 15, 2025 -
Camp was really fun!
August 12, 2016: The coaching staff was excellent. Camp was really fun!
May 15, 2025 -
The boys enjoyed the camp over all
August 06, 2017: The boys enjoyed the camp over all. They met some nice new friends and the energy was good from the coaches.
May 15, 2025 -
Friendly Coaches
August 5, 2018: I made a lot of friends, the coaches were friendly, and I won cool prizes.
April 22, 2025 -
My daughter loved this camp!
August 06, 2017: My daughter loved this camp! The coaches were great and she definietyl improved her skills.
April 22, 2025 -
A fun environment!
August 4, 2019: The coaches did a good job mixing up the activities so that the campers were engaged and having fun. Thanks for creating a fun environment!
April 22, 2025 -
One on one instruction.
August 13, 2016: The coaches were nice and provided one on one instruction.
April 22, 2025 -
Thank you!
August 2, 2021: Ben had a great time at basketball camp and is excited to continue playing the game. Thank you!
April 22, 2025 -
coaches were great and loved the facility
August 2, 2021: He thought the coaches were great and loved the facility. He also enjoyed playing with kids who had solid skills coming in.
April 22, 2025 -
Sloan said each day felt like it flew by so fast.
August 1, 2021: She loved meeting new people and learning new skill games. Had a fantastic week. Sloan said each day felt like it flew by so fast.
April 22, 2025 -
It’s his favorite camp by far
August 3, 2019: This was Sam's third year doing a Nike Basketball camp. It’s his favorite camp by far, he loves the coaches and the competitions.
April 22, 2025 -
Nice mix of skill training and game play.
August 05, 2017: Nice mix of skill training and game play. Their skills strongly improved by the end of camp.
April 22, 2025 -
Great value
August 4, 2018: My son enjoyed playing 5v5 games and working as a team offensively and defensively. Great value.
April 22, 2025 -
Camp was really fun!
August 12, 2016: The coaching staff was excellent. Camp was really fun!
April 22, 2025 -
The boys enjoyed the camp over all
August 06, 2017: The boys enjoyed the camp over all. They met some nice new friends and the energy was good from the coaches.
April 22, 2025 -
July 28, 2023: My children enjoyed EVERY day - they came out of camp happy daily AND learned something new to help improve their bball skills.
November 20, 2023 -
My son had a great time
November 20, 2023