Springfield Basketball Camp
July 14th - 18th, 2008
A Day Camp for Boys and Girls Ages 7-17Space is limited. Register Early!
A FREE Basketball for all who register before June 1st, 2008
As another summer approaches we are preparing for summer basketball! This year we are happy to be joining Springfield College’s summer programs for our best year ever! We have also lowered the price to $239.00! Get your shoes laced up and get pumped for summer hoops and the Springfield Basketball Camp!
Remember your game does not go on vacation when your school does! Here is your chance to make yourself better for next year’s season while having one of the greatest times of your life!
Mission
The highly successful Springfield Basketball Camp is designed to foster individual improvement in a climate of competitive fun. Our staff will help create an enjoyable learning experience for each camper. For over 25 years, basketball programs at Springfield College have provided a safe environment in which young people can develop fundamental skills, learn basic strategies, participate in self-help drills, meet new friends, and most importantly, have some FUN! We are proud of our tradition and would like to share it with you. Join us this summer at the Birthplace of Basketball for a great all-around experience!Special Features:
- Outstanding teaching staff comprised of local college and high school coaches
- Daily contests with prizes
- Best facilities in the area including 2 gymnasiums and an Olympic sized pool
- Free T-Shirt
- Free basketball for every camper registered before June 1st!
- All you can eat lunch daily in Cheney Hall!
- A ticket to the Basketball Hall of Fame!
Director:
Coach Naomi Graves is in her 17th year as head women’s basketball coach and physical education assistant professor at Springfield College. Under her direction, the Pride has been ranked among the top teams in New England the last several years, and has made nine-straight post season appearances. A native of Western Massachusetts, her name has become synonymous with basketball success both as a player and a coach. She is one of the leading scorers in this area’s high school history and holds records at the University of Rhode Island. She has conducted clinics in the united States and abroad and is a widely respected teacher in physical education. She was ranked 35th on the Springfield Union-News list of the top 50 Western Massachusetts athletes of the century.
Staff include area high school coaches.
A Typical Day
- 9:00 Stretching & Warm Up
- 9:30 Stations (skill breakdown & instruction)
- 10:45 Team Sessions & Contests
- 11:00 Game
- 12:00 Lunch
- 1:00 Team Sessions
- 1:30 Lectures & Contests
- 2:45 Games
- 3:15 Recreational Swimming
- 3:45 Closing-Camper Pick-Up
Facilities and Features
- Indoor/Outdoor playing facilities, featuring Blake Arena, one of New England’s finest basketball facilities
- Olympic Size Swimming Pool
- Motivational packet for each camper
- Special Recognition Awards
- Age & Ability grouping
- Individual Attention from top-rated staff
- Lectures
- Giveaway Prizes
- Lunch Daily at Cheney Hall-all you can eat buffet
Fees/Discounts
Day Camper $239.00Group Discount $199.00
Buddy Discount $199.00
Sibling Discount $199.00
Discount Options:
Group Discount:
$40 per camper$199.00 instead of $239.00 for any group of 5 or more returned in the same envelope
Buddy Discount:
$40 per camper$199.00 instead of $239.00 for any returning camper whose registration arrives in the sameenvelope with a rookie. Both the rookie and the veteran camper receive the discount and you can have a friend with you at camp! (See the enclosed flyer for more details)
Sibling Discount:
$40.00 per camper$199.00 instead of $239.00 for anyone who brings a sibling!
*No Refunds Made After July 1, 2008
Contact Information:
Director: Naomi GravesE-mail: ngraves@spfldcol.edu
Phone: 413-748-3415
Office of Special Programs, Springfield College
E-mail: specialprograms@spfldcol.edu
Phone: 413-748-5287; Fax 413-748-3534
How to Register:
Download and fill out: Basketball Camp Registration Form(.pdf)Return the registration form with payment to:
Springfield College Business Office
263 Alden Street
Springfield, MA 01109-3797
Now accepting credit card payments!
Credit card registrations may be done by:Phone: 413-748-5287
Fax: 413-748-3483.
Upon receipt of registration, a confirmation letter containing additional information and a medical form will be sent to you. A completed medical form, signed by a physician and proof of health insurance and immunizations is required prior to the start of the program.
We look forward to receiving your registration and will see you in July!