
Nike Basketball Camp Playground Houston
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Join Brandon Johnson and Devin Toliver in Houston, Texas this summer for a week full of unforgettable activities that are designed to make you better. What an exciting opportunity to learn from some of the best coaches and trainers in the game, as Nike and AWAKE Basketball partner up to host one of the biggest basketball camps of the summer in one of the newest gym locations in the city, Playground-Houston. Nike, AWAKE @ the Playground…..Let’s Gooooooo!
The Complete Skills Camp is committed to developing players of all abilities. Little details make big things happen which is why we focus on teaching core fundamental basketball skills: Shooting, dribbling, defending, rebounding, and passing, while enhancing the player’s mental aspect of the game.
Highlights Include
- Emphasis placed on fundamentals, team play and basketball IQ
- In-depth analysis of each player's conditioning and footwork
- Use of Ballogy App and Dr. Dish Shooting machines
- Camper will get a free use of App and Profile
- All summer campers will receive a Nike Basketball Camp t-shirt and other prizes!
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director Brandon Johnson
Brandon would earn a NCAA Division I scholarship to The University of San Diego (USD). There he would make his mark in history as the only Men’s basketball player in the West Coast Conference ever to leave a school as the All-Time Leader in both scoring and assists.
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Coach Devin Toliver
If you cannot figure out your purpose, figure out your passion. For your passion will lead you right into your purpose. This absolutely has been the case for Devin Toliver, his passion for the game of basketball led him to walk on at East Texas Baptist University.
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Coach Jerome Robinson
Experience is the teacher of all things, and one needs experience to gain wisdom. Jerome Robinson has spent years gaining experience and wisdom, both as a player and coach.
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Coach Cartier Martin
You cannot create experience. You must undergo it and Cartier Martin has been doing just that regarding the game of basketball. Cartier played 8 seasons in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He has more than 6 years of experience playing professional basketball in Europe, Italy, China, and the NBA Development League.
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Coach Ken Gamble
At an early age, Coach Ken fell in love with the game of basketball. His commitment to getting better every day created the opportunity to play at the collegiate level earning a NCAA Division I scholarship to Columbus State University.
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Staff AWAKE Basketball
Nothing great is ever achieved without tremendous leadership, which is why AWAKE Basketball is extremely proud of our Leadership Team. The staff at AWAKE utilizes the method teach by “Experience Sharing”, as every leader has competed on the high school level, several boast successful Division I careers as well as having played professional basketball. There is no substitute for experience.
Camp Details
2023 DATES
Complete Skills I: June 19-23
Complete Skills II: July 24-28
Camp Hours
Full Day Campers:
Check-in: Monday at 8:30AM
Closing Ceremony: Friday at 3:30PM
Meals: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a packed lunch.
Daily Hours: MON-FRI 9AM-4PM
Morning Half Day Campers:
Check-in: Monday at 8:30am
Check-out: Friday at 11:30am
Meals: Not provided. Please eat prior to arrival.
Hours: MON-FRI 9AM-12PM
Afternoon Half Day Campers:
Check-in: Monday at 12:30pm
Check-out: Friday at 3:30pm
Meals: Not provided. Please eat prior to arrival.
Hours: MON-FRI 1PM-4PM
POST-CAMP EXTRA TRAINING
In the Post-Camp Extra Training, work with Brandon Johnson and the camp staff to further improve your game and enhance your skills. The Post-Camp Extra Training will run Monday-Thursday, from 4pm-5pm, and be $90 (for all 4 days). *Only available for Full Day and Afternoon Half Day campers.
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 (Full Day campers only)
● 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
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 Arrival and check-in
- 9:15 AM Warm up
- 9:30 AM Shooting Drills
- 10:30 AM Passing Drills
- 11:30 AM Dribbling Drills
- 12:00 PM Lunch Break
- 12:30 PM Team Competitions
- 1:30 PM Individual Breakdown Groups
- 2:30 PM Skill Stations
- 3:30 PM Wrap up and cool down
- 4:00 PM Campers Depart
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June 28, 2023: My child got a chance to experience the work that goes into getting better and display his skills in a real 5 on 5 competition.
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SECURE YOUR SPOT – CAMPS SELL OUT!
Last year over 650 Sports Camps sold out, leaving 7,000+ campers on the waitlist. Due to high demand, early registration for our first-come-first-serve camps is strongly recommended.
Camp Dates & Prices
This program has concluded for the season.
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