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NBC Girls' elite basketball camp is located in Spokane, Washington on the campus of Whitworth University and at Rocky Mountain College in Billings, Montana.
This camp is specifically designed for players who have at least three years of playing experience and are seeking mastery offensively and defensively during the off-season. It is highly recommended for varsity athletes and those with a genuine interest to play at the collegiate level some day.
Players will have advanced on-court instruction modeled after championship teams and collegiate programs. This camp will be held in conjunction with NBC High School Girls Team Camp. Elite players will be formed into select teams and compete against team camp attendees throughout the week with the intent to optimize skill development and integrate training within the competitive game environment.
For questions about the Whitworth Elite camp email: Tracy Ellis Ward at tellisward@nbccamps.com
Summer 2009
WHITWORTH SITE DIRECTOR
 TRACY ELLIS-WARD
Tracy Ellis-Ward came on board with NBC Camps in July 2007, as the new Director of Women’s Basketball and Whitworth Site Director. Tracy brings a wealth of knowledge to her multiple roles with the organization, having been involved with basketball at every level as a player, coach, and administrator while employed at the NCAA, Michigan State University, and the Women’s National Basketball Association in New York City.
Tracy earned a bachelors degree at the University of Missouri where she was a former All-American in women’s basketball and served as team captain. Her basketball career includes many accolades cap stoned by two consecutive conference championship titles. Tracy ranks among the top producers in the Missouri Tiger record books in five career statistical categories, including points, rebounds, field goal percentage, and free throws attempted and made. She still stands 10th for point average per season (18.5) and seventh in field goal shooting percentage (.557). Her career highs include a 30 point offensive production versus the University of Colorado, and grabbing 22 rebounds against the University of Kansas her senior year. She was also named first team All-Big Eight her final year and was fortunate to experience NCAA postseason play two years during her career at Missouri.
A native of Dayton, Ohio, Tracy obtained a Masters in Sports Administration from Ohio University. She has two wonderful children, Gabrielle (19) and Langston (13) and was married to the late Michael J. Ward.
Who can attend Girls Elite Camp?
Elite camp is open to athletes 12 years-old and older who have a minimum of three years of playing experience. Athletes who have previously played at the varsity level or anticipate being on varsity the upcoming season, are highly encouraged to attend. No invitation is required; however coaches may recommend players to attend.
What’s the difference between Elite and All-Star?
All-Star Camp is invitation only and Elite camp is not restricted to an invite. Elite Camp at Whitworth is for High School athletes only. Elite campers compete against High School teams, and will run plays, mulitple defenses and more.Elite Camp total enrollment will be limited to ensure optimal player development and provide strategic opportunities to play with and against other high-caliber athletes.
What’s the difference between Elite & Complete Skills Camp?
The overall experience for the elite camper will consist of a rapid progression of instruction throughout the week based on the premise that players already have a solid base with regard to basketball fundamentals. Additionally, more live-action and competitive drills will occur.
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