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Nike Basketball Camp at Lake Wilmore Park Recreation Center

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  • Lake Wilmore Gym
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  • Lake Wilmore entrance
  • Lake Wilmore Gym
  • Single girl dribbling looking up
  • Boys nike basketball camp dribbling practice
  • Girls team pic
  • Boys standing up
  • Coed whole group birds eye view
  • Team pic number two
  • Coed listening to coach
  • Single boy jump shot

Camp dates & prices

Secure your spot at the current rates with a deposit.
Flexible cancellation options available.

*Registration Fees are charged once per camper, per season. Exceptions may apply.

  • May 26–29, 2026

    • Ages 9-15
    • Co-ed
    • Complete Skills

    • Full Day (4-day camp)

      • Daily hours: 8:30am-3:00pm

      $299

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Nike Basketball Camp at Lake Wilmore Park Recreation Center

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Camp Overview

Improve your game and have serious fun
at Nike Basketball Camps

Get ready to elevate your skills, boost your confidence, and have a blast on the court in summer 2026 at the Nike Basketball Camp held at Lake Wilmore Park Recreation Center! This camp is designed for players of all skill levels who want to sharpen their fundamentals, learn from experienced coaches, and experience the energy of elite basketball training.

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 fundamentals, position training, drills and scrimmages
  • Classroom sessions covering topics on leadership and character building
  • Receive a Nike Basketball Camp t-shirt and other prizes!

Camp Coaches

  • John Thomas

    John Thomas

    Camp Director

    John Thomas is a former 16-year professional basketball player and the founder of Shoot For The Stars Basketball, a rapidly expanding youth development program based in Auburn, Alabama. Thomas has coached and trained hundreds of athletes across the Auburn–Opelika–Beauregard area, specializing in fundamentals, player development, and building confidence through detailed skill work.

    John Thomas

    John Thomas

    Camp Director

    Thomas attended Beauregard High School, where he emerged as one of Alabama’s most dominant student-athletes. He set the state record with 30 rebounds in a single game, ranked top five all-time in field-goal percentage, and recorded a 6’11” high jump in 4A before choosing to pursue basketball professionally.

    He continued his education and collegiate basketball career at Columbus State University, studying Criminal Justice and helping lead the Cougars to a Peach Belt Conference Championship.

    Thomas went on to play 16 seasons across Europe, South America, and Asia, including a standout year in the Netherlands with Den Bosch during the 2004–05 season. That year, Thomas and longtime friend Sam Jones—now Director of the Nike Basketball Academy—were both selected to the Dutch League All-Star Team, underscoring their impact on the league. Thomas later reunited with Jones in Fort Collins, Colorado, assisting with two Nike Basketball Camps and contributing to on-court instruction, daily camp operations, and player development.

    Following his retirement in 2020, Thomas returned to Alabama and launched Shoot For The Stars Basketball, offering academies, clinics, camps, homeschool PE programs, and advanced training for athletes ages 7–18. This past summer, he hosted his first official Shoot For The Stars Basketball Camp, registering 74 campers and establishing one of the area’s most successful youth basketball events. His programs are known for strong structure, high-energy instruction, and a commitment to developing both the athlete and the person.

    Thomas brings his professional playing experience, coaching leadership, and passion for youth development to his role with Nike Basketball Camps, continuing his mission to help young athletes reach their full potential.

Camp Details

May 26-29, 2026

  • Check-in: Tuesday at 8:00AM
  • Closing Ceremony: Friday at 2:30PM
  • Meals: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a packed lunch
  • Daily Hours: TUE-FRI 8:30AM-3PM

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 $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.

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

8:30 AM Campers Arrive/Check In

8:45 AM Stretch & Dynamic Warm-Up

9:00 AM Skill Development Stations

10:30 AM Performance Training / Small Group Work

11:15 AM Classroom Session

12:00 PM Lunch

12:30 PM Dynamite Warm-Up & Team Concept Drills

1:15 PM Competitions

2:00 PM Competitive Team Games – 3v3, 4v4, 5v5

3:00 PM Campers Depart

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