Nike Boys Basketball Camp Transylvania University
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Join Transylvania University Head Men's Basketball Coach Brian Lane and the 2020 HCAC Champions in Lexington, KY in summer 2024 for serious fun! Offering three camp sessions for you to sharpen your fundamental skills and shooting technique - attend both back-to-back camps to really see your game take flight and set yourself apart from the competition.
The Complete Skills Day Camp helps players of all abilities develop athletically, refine fundamental basketball skills and enhance their skill set at the post, wing or guard position.
The Shooting Camp emphasizes technique, footwork, shooting drills, shooting off the dribble, shooting off the pass, shooting games, free throw shooting, and post/perimeter shooting.
The Guard & Perimeter Play Camp focuses on improving guard and perimeter skills. Emphasis is placed on dribbling, passing, shooting, leading a fast break, driving to score/pass, moving without the ball, using screens, and pick and roll.
Highlights Include
- Daily emphasis on fundamental development and shooting technique
- Participate in off-court discussions and activities to help enhance your on-court game
- Receive a Nike Basketball Camp t-shirt and other awesome prizes!
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director Brian Lane
Brian Lane is entering his 22nd season as the Transylvania University men’s basketball head coach. Lane has established Transylvania as one of the top NCAA programs in the country since arriving on campus. The Lexington native returned to his alma mater in 2001, following a 10-year stint as an assistant coach for multiple teams at the NCAA Division I level.
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Assistant Coach Mike Stone
Mike Stone is in his fourth season as an assistant coach for the Transylvania men’s basketball team for the 2022-2023 season. A former standout for the Pioneers from 2008 through 2012, Stone returned to Broadway and 4th in a coaching capacity after a multifaceted professional playing career and a coaching resume which has evolved in the Bluegrass following his playing days.
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Assistant Coach John Hamilton
John Hamilton is in his fourth season as an assistant coach with the Transylvania men’s basketball team for the 2022-23 season. Hamilton’s first campaign with the Pioneers witnessed Transylvania return to the NCAA Tournament for the first time in seven seasons as he helped the program achieve a 19-9 overall record and a sweep of the HCAC regular season and conference tournament titles.
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Camp Details
2024 Dates
Complete Skills (Day Camp): June 10-12
Shooting (Extended Day or Overnight Camp): July 5-7
Guard & Perimeter Play (Extended Day or Overnight Camp): July 7-9
Camp Hours
Complete Skills Day Camp
Check-in: Monday at 8:30 AM
Closing Ceremony: Wednesday at 3:30 PM
Meals: Lunch is provided. Campers can also bring a packed lunch if preferred.
Daily Hours: MON-WED 9AM-4PM
Before and after care is available for the Complete Skills Day Camp. Before care will be from 8am-9am Monday-Wednesday and will cost $40 for the 3 days. After care will be from 4pm-5pm Monday-Wednesday and will cost $40 for the 3 days.
Shooting Camp
All Campers Check-in: Friday between 1:00PM-1:30PM at Clive M. Beck Center Lobby
All Campers Closing Ceremony: Sunday at 12PM. Check-out following at 12:15PM.
Guard & Perimeter Play Camp
All Campers Check-in: Sunday between 1:00PM-1:30PM at Clive M. Beck Center Lobby
All Campers Closing Ceremony: Tuesday at 12PM. Check-out following at 12:15PM.
*Campers attending both the Shooting Camp and Guard & Perimeter Play Camp will be supervised and provided lunch between check-out and check-in on Sunday (12:15PM-1PM) at no additional fee.
Check-in/out
Shooting Camp
All Shooting campers check-in at the Clive M. Beck Center Lobby on the first day. Please come dressed and ready to play. All campers will participate in their first on-court instructional session immediately after check-in.
Guard & Perimeter Play Camp
All Guard & Perimeter Play campers check-in at the Clive M. Beck Center Lobby on the first day. Please come dressed and ready to play. The first on-court instructional session will take place after overnight campers move their belongings into the dorms.
All Overnight Campers
Housing & Roommates
Campers will reside in Transylvania's new residence halls and stay two per room. If you have a roommate request, and have not already given it to us, please do so as soon as possible. Roommate requests are not guaranteed, if you don't have a roommate request, you will be placed in a room with someone near your age. It will be a great opportunity to meet someone new!
Bathrooms: Shared
Linens: Not provided
Air-conditioning: Yes
Pool: No
Room Key Deposit: No, only charged if lost
Suggested Spending Money: $50
Supervision
The staff live in the dormitories with the campers and participate in evening activities. Drugs, alcohol and tobacco are strictly prohibited, and constitute, along with general misconduct, grounds for dismissal from camp without a refund.
Shooting Camp: Extended Day Campers
On the first day of camp, all extended day campers should arrive dressed and ready to play. Drop off and pick up locations will be given out at registration.
Friday:
♦ Extended Day Campers stay until 8PM.
♦ Lunch and dinner provided.
Saturday:
♦ Extended Day Camper Hours are 9AM-8PM.
♦ Lunch and dinner provided.
Sunday:
♦ Extended Day Camper Hours are 9AM-12:15PM.
♦ Meals not provided.
♦ Check-out immediately follows closing ceremony.
Daily Schedule: FRI 1PM-8PM, SAT 9AM-8PM, SUN 9AM-12:15PM
Guard & Perimeter Play Camp: Extended Day Campers
On the first day of camp, all extended day campers should arrive dressed and ready to play. Drop off and pick up locations will be given out at registration.
Sunday:
♦ Extended Day Campers stay until 8PM.
♦ Dinner provided.
Monday:
♦ Extended Day Camper Hours are 9AM-8PM.
♦ Lunch and dinner provided.
Tuesday:
♦ Extended Day Camper Hours are 9AM-12PM.
♦ Meals not provided.
♦ Check-out immediately follows closing ceremony.
Daily Schedule: SUN 1PM-8PM, MON 9AM-8PM, TUES 9AM-12:15PM
Campers Attending The Shooting & Guard & Perimeter Play Sessions
Campers attending both the Shooting Camp and Guard & Perimeter Play Camp will be supervised and provided lunch between check-out and check-in on Sunday (12:15PM-1PM) at no additional fee. It is not required for parents/guardians to attend the Guard & Perimeter Play Camp check-in on Sunday if their child attended the Shooting Camp.
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 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
● Small gym bag/backpack
OVERNIGHT CAMPERS ONLY:
● Athletic clothing mentioned above
● Comfortable off-court clothing
● Flip flops
● Toiletries
● Personal items & medications
● Washcloth and bath towel
● Fan (optional)
● Pillow, pillowcase, bed sheets, comforter, or sleeping bag
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
- 7:00 AM Wake-up, shower
- 7:45 AM Breakfast (Overnight campers only)
- 9:00 AM Extended Day Campers arrive; stretching and conditioning
- 9:15 AM Instructional stations
- 10:30 AM Lecture
- 12:00 PM Lunch
- 1:00 PM Team practice
- 2:00 PM Full-court games
- 3:00 PM Drills, stations
- 4:00 PM Skill contests
- 5:00 PM Free time
- 5:30 PM Dinner
- 6:15 PM Back to gym, league games
- 8:00 PM Extended Day Campers depart
- 10:00 PM Overnight Campers to rooms; Lights Out
Clive M. Beck Center-Transylvania’s Clive M. Beck Center, a 97,000-square foot athletic facility, serves as home to the men’s and women’s basketball team and women’s volleyball team, providing locker rooms, athletic training facilities, a fitness center for strength and conditioning, and seating for 1,200 Transylvania athletic fans. Transylvania's basketball and volleyball facility is located on Fourth and Broadway, across from the William T. Young Campus Center, which houses the Transylvania swimming facility.
Camp Reviews
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July 12, 2022: My 14 year old son was being coached by the Transylvania Men's basketball coach. That was unexpected. The camp offered in-depth notes of how my son did while in camp and offered ways he could improve his basketball skills. My son has been to YMCA camps and Christian camps and while worthwhile, this basketball camp is top notch!
— Anonymous
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July 9, 2023: Every player was given the opportunity to get better with lots of touches during games. In other camps/leagues it feels like 1 or 2 players get to run the show. My son is a big guy and rarely gets to even dribble the ball during games, but he did in this camp.
— Anonymous
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July 28, 2022: My highlight was learning new drills to improve my skills. And getting to play with lots of other girls from surrounding counties/states who challenged and encouraged me.
— Anonymous
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July 9, 2023: The staff made the initiative to make this about teamwork, while highlighting individual skills. My son loved the camp!
— Anonymous
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July 12, 2023: Everything! My grandson loves basketball. The cookies in the college lunchroom were great too!
— Anonymous
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July 10, 2023: Loved staying in the dorms, meeting new people, and learning from college ball players
— Anonymous
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July 9, 2023: Learning new skills and getting to play with other kids at different talent levels
— Anonymous
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July 7, 2022: The coaches are amazing and my son tells me he wants to go every year.
— Anonymous
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July 11, 2022: My son loved camp. He enjoyed the coaches and meeting new friends.
— Anonymous
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July 9, 2023: Experience of the coaching staff and the individual interaction
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July 9, 2023: Learning new skills and making friends in a new environment
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July 10, 2023: My child made new friends and felt supported by the staff.
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Encouraged by the end of camp report!
— Anonymous
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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.
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