At our first annual NIKE/Elite Hoops Boys Basketball camp at Madison Academy, coaches emphasized the importance of "not mistaking activity for achievement." Players were told that just because they were at camp, in a station, or even playing 5 on 5, they were not going to achieve anything (or get better) if they weren't giving their full effort!This applies to any aspect of their game, whether it is ballhandling, rebounding, shooting, or defense. A player must go game...

The NIKE Elite Hoops Boys Basketball Camp at Miller Grove kicked off this morning at full speed. After registration, campers were introduced to the Skill Development Stations for 2 hours.  Our Skills Stations focus on each players basic fundamentals and push them out of their comfort zone. Coach Cason emphasized how "tough the defensive station is for most campers," but he is confident that they will get one percent better each day. After campers played their...

Championship Friday, was exciting for players, coaches and parents! Players received their NIKE camp t-shirts and prizes for Living by Numbers events, coaches evaluation, and also competed in front of parents and coaches in their 5 on 5 championship games!5 on 5 championship games were competitive in all leagues, with all three games decided in the last minute of play, with players stepping up and making huge plays! Players proved that all their hard work in stations,...

Check out the videos below of players working on fundamentals during their 3 on 3 games! In this video, our NBA division players, Jessie Michael, Brice Whited, and Chase Major work the ball around to get a layup. Notice how they communicate with one another, and catch the ball each time in triple threat. This is exactly what we expect from players during our 3 on 3 games!In this video, our College division players, Carter Huckaby, Nicky Pu, and Cole Fitzpatrick, work...

On the second day of the NIKE Basketball Camp at OCHS, players were pushed to use the skills that they learned in their stations in their 5 on 5 games . One skill that was highlighted in today's stations was communicating on defense, saying "ball, deny, or help." Although a new skill for most players, communication on defense is one of the most important things for players who want to play at a higher level, so coaches made sure that players were constantly talking...

The inaugural NIKE Basketball Camp at OCHS, opened on Monday empahasizing the importance of the fundamentals. Players were introduced to individual skills drills that they should work on daily, if they are truly serious about developing a well-rounded skill set. The one drill highlighting this emphasis on fundamental skill development was the "Mikan Drill." The Mikan Drill is a simple layup drill that focuses on technique and proper layup form. Players were to make...

Elite Hoops will be hosting a NIKE Girls and Boys Basketball Camp at Oconee County High School in Watkinsville, Georgia from May 23 -May 27, 2011. This camp will be open to girls and boys entering grades 4-9 and will run for 4 full days (Monday-Thursday) from 9:00am-3:00pm with a "Championship Day" on Friday from 9:00am-12:00pm. Enrollment is limited to 50 campers per camp to maintain our 8:1 player to coach ratio. Assisting Elite Hoops as Co-Director for this camp...

There are limited spots available for the NIKE/Elite Hoops Boys Basketball Camp at Madison Academy in Huntsville, Alabama, May 31, 2011 through June 3, 2011. Our individual skill development stations, Living By Numbers contests, and 5 on 5 scrimmages prepare players for church, school or regular season teams. We can guarantee that each player will get the attention they need with our 8 to 1 player to coach ratio. Hurry and sign up today before all of the spots are filled! For...