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All Reviews about Nike Basketball Camp La Jolla Country Day School

17 Reviews

  • Jill loved her coaches and meeting new friends. Jill is new to the sport of basketball and came home inspired and eager to practice shooting hoops on the street. She is feeling more self confident after taking part in this week and we look forward to Jill spending more time on the court.
  • Our son enjoyed the interaction of the staff and other athletes.
  • My daughter came home with the dedication to work harder on her basketball skills.
  • The camp was extremely well organized and the coaches were great role models for our daughters.
  • My daughter made some new friends, got better, grew her confidence and she had fun.
  • My daughter loves connecting with the older basketball players that help run the camp.
  • My daughter came out of the camp excited to work more on her skills and practicing.
  • Great coaching staff, skills building, fun activities, and peer campers.
  • My son came back super motivated and learned a lot from the camp.
  • My daughter said the various competitive experiences (knockout, hotshot, etc.) were super fun and she liked that the names of the winners were announced at the end of each day.
  • My kids' shooting skills and confidence significantly improved, and they had fun & made new friends.
  • Jill loved her coaches and meeting new friends. Jill is new to the sport of basketball and came home inspired and eager to practice shooting hoops on the street. She is feeling more self-confident after taking part in this week and we look forward to Jill spending more time on the court.
  • The staff was very welcoming and nice. They were motivating and uplifting throughout the entire week. The trainer on site wrapped Avapui’s ankle daily per our request. My daughter was challenged at camp and learned an enormous amount. The feedback from her coaches was very thorough and helpful. We are looking forward to the next camp!
  • This is Erin's favorite camp the past two years. She didn't know anyone this year, but made several new friends; thank you!
  • This was the best camp my daughter ever attended. She loved it!
  • Aasha had a great experience. She was eager to go to camp each day to learn new skills.
  • Thank you for being so positive & the asst. Coaches were all amazing. Each of them were so accomplished & inspiring. Most camps coaches are hourly teens with limited training. Learning how the coaches achieved their success was great for Christie!

Camp Overview

Improve your game and have serious fun
at Nike Basketball Camps

Train with one of the most prominent high school basketball coaches in the US, Coach Terri Bamford in summer 2026 at La Jolla Country Day School. Attend the Complete Skills Camp and work on your offensive and defensive skills in a fun camp environment!

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.

Highlights Include

  • Daily emphasis on fundamental shooting development, team play and more
  • In depth discussions of basketball situational play, including time and game management
  • Receive a Nike Basketball Camp t-shirt and other prizes!

Camp Coaches

  • Terri Bamford

    Terri Bamford

    Camp Director

    Terri Bamford, Head Women's Basketball Coach at LJCDS since 1999, has been a Nike Basketball Camp Director since 1997. Bamford has led the four-time state champion women’s varsity basketball. During her tenure, Coach Bamford’s squads have posted an impressive 533-156 record, winning 16 League titles and 15 San Diego Section CIF titles (2001-2008, 2010-2013, 2020).

    Terri Bamford

    Terri Bamford

    Camp Director

    La Jolla Country Day School’s Women’s Basketball program is recognized as a national perennial power. Over 40 of Coach Bamford’s players have gone on to play Division I basketball.

    Her teams have made 14 Southern Regional Championship appearances, winning nine (2001-2004, 2008, 2012, 2014,2015, and 2020), and have appeared in eight state championship games (2001-2004, 2008, 2012, 2014, and 2015), winning state titles in 2001, 2002, 2012 and 2015. This 2020 season Coach Bamford’s team earned the Cal-Hi State Team of the Year and Max Preps National Champions.

    Coach Bamford was named the Cal-Hi Sports Coach of the Year in 2001 and 2012, the Breibart Hall of Champions Coach of the Year in 2002, Union-Tribune Coach of the Year in 2003 and 2007, and San Diego CIF Section Coach of the Year in 2020. She has also earned national honors as the 2011 WBCA District Coach of the Year and was selected to coach the WBCA 2011 High School All-American Game presented by Nike. She was selected as the 2011-2012 California Coaches Association Coach of the Year and was selected as a floor coach for the USA Basketball U17-U18 National Team Trials May 2012 and 2013. Last year in 2020, coach Bamford was selected the 2020 Jersey Mikes Naismith Coach of the Year, Pat Summit Trophy Wilson Sporting Goods/WBCA National High School Coach of the Year, and Maxpreps Coach of the year. Coach Bamford played basketball for the Lady Anteaters of UC Irvine, graduating in 1983 with a BA in Psychology.

    Under Coach Bamford’s direction, 48 players have earned All-League and All-CIF honors including six San Diego Section Players of the Year (2003, 2008, 2010, 2012, 2013, and 2020), Three McDonalds All-American in 2004, 2013 and 2020, fifteen McDonalds All-American nominees (2004, 2005, 2006, 2008, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2016, and 2017, 2018, 2020), and two USA Olympians.

    Prior to her arrival at LJCDS, Coach Bamford served as head coach of San Pasqual High School’s girls' basketball team and led Mira Costa College to two undefeated Pacific Coast titles. Prior to Mira Costa College, Coach Bamford led Palomar College to its first Pacific Coast Conference title in 1994.


Camp Details

2026 DATES

  • Girls Complete Skills June 22-26
  • Co-Ed Shooting: June 29 - July 1
COMPLETE SKILLS HOURS (GIRLS)
  • Check-in: Monday at 8:15AM
  • Closing Ceremony: Friday at 12PM
  • Half Day Hours: MON-THURS 9AM-12PM FRI 9AM-1PM
  • Full Day Hours: MON-THURS 9AM-3PM FRI 9AM-1PM
SHOOTING CAMP HOURS (COED)
  • Check-in: Monday at 3:30PM
  • Closing Ceremony: Wednesday at PM
  • Half Day Hours: MON-WED 4PM-8PM

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 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 Stretching and conditioning

9:15 AM Instructional stations

10:30 AM Lecture

11:00 AM 1 on 1 games

12:00 PM Lunch, Rest

1:00 PM 3 on 3 game

2:00 PM Full-court games, Drills, Stations

3:00 PM Day Campers depart

WHAT FAMILIES SAY ABOUT Nike Basketball Camp La Jolla Country Day School

17 Reviews

  • Jill loved her coaches and meeting new friends. Jill is new to the sport of basketball and came home inspired and eager to practice shooting hoops on the street. She is feeling more self confident after taking part in this week and we look forward to Jill spending more time on the court.
  • Our son enjoyed the interaction of the staff and other athletes.
  • My daughter came home with the dedication to work harder on her basketball skills.
  • The camp was extremely well organized and the coaches were great role models for our daughters.
  • My daughter made some new friends, got better, grew her confidence and she had fun.
  • My daughter loves connecting with the older basketball players that help run the camp.
  • My daughter came out of the camp excited to work more on her skills and practicing.
  • Great coaching staff, skills building, fun activities, and peer campers.
  • My son came back super motivated and learned a lot from the camp.
  • My daughter said the various competitive experiences (knockout, hotshot, etc.) were super fun and she liked that the names of the winners were announced at the end of each day.
  • My kids' shooting skills and confidence significantly improved, and they had fun & made new friends.
  • Jill loved her coaches and meeting new friends. Jill is new to the sport of basketball and came home inspired and eager to practice shooting hoops on the street. She is feeling more self-confident after taking part in this week and we look forward to Jill spending more time on the court.
  • The staff was very welcoming and nice. They were motivating and uplifting throughout the entire week. The trainer on site wrapped Avapui’s ankle daily per our request. My daughter was challenged at camp and learned an enormous amount. The feedback from her coaches was very thorough and helpful. We are looking forward to the next camp!
  • This is Erin's favorite camp the past two years. She didn't know anyone this year, but made several new friends; thank you!
  • This was the best camp my daughter ever attended. She loved it!
  • Aasha had a great experience. She was eager to go to camp each day to learn new skills.
  • Thank you for being so positive & the asst. Coaches were all amazing. Each of them were so accomplished & inspiring. Most camps coaches are hourly teens with limited training. Learning how the coaches achieved their success was great for Christie!

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