NBC ALASKA BLOG A HUGE SUCCESS
NBC Camps is excited about the brand new Alaska Camp blog with current information about schedules and events during the camp session. A special thanks to Shannon Janssen and Angela Gimeno who worked on this project, and it looks amazing... schedules are now able to be posted, and are for week 1. There is a link to the pictures that we will be added of campers, drills, demonstrations, main event, and individual shots for each day of camp, so parents can check out pictures of their kids throughout the week. We posted the "parent information packet" that contains all registration information, Intensity station information, and last day schedule.
Check it all out:
Informational Blog: http://www.nbcapu.blogspot.com/
Links to the info below
A brief into to camp (same as what is on the NBC site)
Maps of an to campus and out gyms.
Coach Information: http://www.nbcapucoach.blogspot.com/
Coach Profiles and Pictures (kind of a Meet My Head Coach spin off :)
Camp Time blog: http://nbcapunow.wordpress.com/
Registration Info
Schedules
Award Winners
Pictures
Videos
Check it all out:
Informational Blog: http://www.nbcapu.blogspot.com/
Links to the info below
A brief into to camp (same as what is on the NBC site)
Maps of an to campus and out gyms.
Coach Information: http://www.nbcapucoach.blogspot.com/
Coach Profiles and Pictures (kind of a Meet My Head Coach spin off :)
Camp Time blog: http://nbcapunow.wordpress.com/
Registration Info
Schedules
Award Winners
Pictures
Videos
May 22, 2008
Nampa, Idaho Basketball Camp
NBC Nampa Campers!
We are excited for camp at NNU. As some of you may have heard, several weeks ago a fire damaged the NNU field house facility due to student vandalism. We have secured excellent gyms both on and off campus and are looking forward to a fantastic week of camp. We will be using the NNU main gym for camp and the Friday afternoon program. We will be using both the NNU main gym and Lone Star Middle School for instruction during the week. LSMS is on the corner of Middleton Rd. and Lone Star Rd. if any parents want to come and watch during the day. We will not be using LSMS past 5 p.m. each day. Registration will be at the NNU main gym in the North Hallway, signs will be posted both on the street and at the gym to direct traffic.
Get pumped up for a great week of basketball camp, invite a friend to come with you and we'll see you soon!
This is going to be a fantastic time! See you soon.
We are excited for camp at NNU. As some of you may have heard, several weeks ago a fire damaged the NNU field house facility due to student vandalism. We have secured excellent gyms both on and off campus and are looking forward to a fantastic week of camp. We will be using the NNU main gym for camp and the Friday afternoon program. We will be using both the NNU main gym and Lone Star Middle School for instruction during the week. LSMS is on the corner of Middleton Rd. and Lone Star Rd. if any parents want to come and watch during the day. We will not be using LSMS past 5 p.m. each day. Registration will be at the NNU main gym in the North Hallway, signs will be posted both on the street and at the gym to direct traffic.
Get pumped up for a great week of basketball camp, invite a friend to come with you and we'll see you soon!
This is going to be a fantastic time! See you soon.
May 19, 2008
Defense Makes the Difference
By Fred Crowell
In Coach Crowell's first head coaching position at the University of Alaska his team was ranked 8th in the nation defensively in the NAIA.
Slogans such as "A good offense is the best defense," "Out score your opponent," and "They can't score when you have possession of the ball" are all true. However, defense is the dominant ingredient of winning basketball. Offensive basketball has progressed at such a rapid rate with the addition of the 3-point shot that players sometimes forget the value of strong defense. It is impossible to shut out your opponent, but it IS possible to eliminate the cheap basket. Defense, if it's good, is unlike offense in that it is quite stable. We all have had nights when we could not put the ball in the basket. This is a variable of offense, while our defense will not change. Even on a poor offensive night, we can play good defense that might turn the tide of the battle.
Good defense takes KNOW HOW and GUTS. HUSTLE. HUSTLE. HUSTLE - NEVER GIVE UP!
Smart Defensive Players Practice the Big Eight
Pressure the Ball. Force the player with the ball to dribble or turn away from the basket. Never allow a good player to handle the ball without some pressure or your defense will get torn apart. Make the other team uncomfortable -don't let them run their favorite plays or get the ball where they want it.
Be prepared to help when not guarding the ball. Your teammate will not pressure the ball unless there is confidence that there will be help on a drive to the basket. Plug up the center of the court.
Guard the best shooters relentlessly. Most teams have only two good shooters, and nearly all teams have one non-shooter in the starting lineup. Keep track of the good shooters and make them work to catch the ball.
Reduce your opponents' number of shots. Many offenses are based on the theory "take enough shots and the percentages will take care of themselves." They shoot the ball and go after the rebound. To defeat good teams, limit the number of attempts at the basket.
Eliminate offensive rebounds. Again, the highest percentage shot in basketball is the rebound put back. Eliminate second shots - block out.
Force your opponent to shoot a poor percentage. Make the offensive team take a hurried shot. Most teams will shoot the ball within three passes. Be aggressive and relentless on the basketball, and don't let good shooters have the ball. Most players shoot the basketball better standing than moving, or only like to go one way. Make them take shots they don't like.
Eliminate the cheap baskets. Every giveaway costs your team four points - the two your opponent scores, plus the two you lost. Take care of the ball on offense, hustle back on defense, block your player off the boards, and stay mentally alert 100% of the time. Be prepared to help your teammates when your player does not have the ball. Play as a team!
Prevent the ball from going in to the post. When the ball gets inside to the other team's post, you are in trouble! It's a high percentage shot for the other team, there's a good chance of fouling, and there are lots of passing lanes. If you are not guarding the post position, help your teammate who is guarding the post player by keeping hands in passing lanes to prevent easy passes. If the ball gets into the post, drop down and help but be certain to be in position to prevent the post from kicking the ball out to your man at the three line.
For great training on how to become a better defensive player come to basketball camp!
In Coach Crowell's first head coaching position at the University of Alaska his team was ranked 8th in the nation defensively in the NAIA.
Slogans such as "A good offense is the best defense," "Out score your opponent," and "They can't score when you have possession of the ball" are all true. However, defense is the dominant ingredient of winning basketball. Offensive basketball has progressed at such a rapid rate with the addition of the 3-point shot that players sometimes forget the value of strong defense. It is impossible to shut out your opponent, but it IS possible to eliminate the cheap basket. Defense, if it's good, is unlike offense in that it is quite stable. We all have had nights when we could not put the ball in the basket. This is a variable of offense, while our defense will not change. Even on a poor offensive night, we can play good defense that might turn the tide of the battle.
Good defense takes KNOW HOW and GUTS. HUSTLE. HUSTLE. HUSTLE - NEVER GIVE UP!
Smart Defensive Players Practice the Big Eight
Pressure the Ball. Force the player with the ball to dribble or turn away from the basket. Never allow a good player to handle the ball without some pressure or your defense will get torn apart. Make the other team uncomfortable -don't let them run their favorite plays or get the ball where they want it.
Be prepared to help when not guarding the ball. Your teammate will not pressure the ball unless there is confidence that there will be help on a drive to the basket. Plug up the center of the court.
Guard the best shooters relentlessly. Most teams have only two good shooters, and nearly all teams have one non-shooter in the starting lineup. Keep track of the good shooters and make them work to catch the ball.
Reduce your opponents' number of shots. Many offenses are based on the theory "take enough shots and the percentages will take care of themselves." They shoot the ball and go after the rebound. To defeat good teams, limit the number of attempts at the basket.
Eliminate offensive rebounds. Again, the highest percentage shot in basketball is the rebound put back. Eliminate second shots - block out.
Force your opponent to shoot a poor percentage. Make the offensive team take a hurried shot. Most teams will shoot the ball within three passes. Be aggressive and relentless on the basketball, and don't let good shooters have the ball. Most players shoot the basketball better standing than moving, or only like to go one way. Make them take shots they don't like.
Eliminate the cheap baskets. Every giveaway costs your team four points - the two your opponent scores, plus the two you lost. Take care of the ball on offense, hustle back on defense, block your player off the boards, and stay mentally alert 100% of the time. Be prepared to help your teammates when your player does not have the ball. Play as a team!
Prevent the ball from going in to the post. When the ball gets inside to the other team's post, you are in trouble! It's a high percentage shot for the other team, there's a good chance of fouling, and there are lots of passing lanes. If you are not guarding the post position, help your teammate who is guarding the post player by keeping hands in passing lanes to prevent easy passes. If the ball gets into the post, drop down and help but be certain to be in position to prevent the post from kicking the ball out to your man at the three line.
For great training on how to become a better defensive player come to basketball camp!
May 9, 2008
NBC BASKETBALL CLINIC IN MISSOULA, MONTANA
NBC Camps coming to town Saturday, May 17!
THESE BASKETBALL CLINICS WILL BE HELD AT BIG SKY HIGH SCHOOL IN MISSOULA ON SATURDAY MAY 17, 2008. THE MORNING ONE IS OPENTO BOYS 10-18, AND THE AFTERNOON FOR GIRLS AGES 10-18. THE CLINICS WILL FOCUS ON OFFENSIVE SKILLS SUCH AS ATTACKING THE BASKET, SHOOTING, PASSING, AND BALL HANDLING. THE GOAL IS TO CHALLENGE PLAYERS IN A FUN AND ENCOURAGING ENVIRONMENT.THIS IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO IMPROVE FOR PLAYERS OF ALL SKILL LEVELS.
MISSOULA, MONTANABASKETBALL CLINIC-OFFENSIVE SKILLS FOCUS
Big Sky High School
3100 South Ave.
Missoula, MT
Saturday May 17, 2008
Boys 10-18 8:00am - 1:00pm
Girls 10-18 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Cost: $50
For more information click here
To Register: Call 1-800-406-3926 Monday-Friday 9:00-4:00 pm or register online
For more information contact Shawn Stetson at shawn@nbccamps.com
THESE BASKETBALL CLINICS WILL BE HELD AT BIG SKY HIGH SCHOOL IN MISSOULA ON SATURDAY MAY 17, 2008. THE MORNING ONE IS OPENTO BOYS 10-18, AND THE AFTERNOON FOR GIRLS AGES 10-18. THE CLINICS WILL FOCUS ON OFFENSIVE SKILLS SUCH AS ATTACKING THE BASKET, SHOOTING, PASSING, AND BALL HANDLING. THE GOAL IS TO CHALLENGE PLAYERS IN A FUN AND ENCOURAGING ENVIRONMENT.THIS IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO IMPROVE FOR PLAYERS OF ALL SKILL LEVELS.
MISSOULA, MONTANABASKETBALL CLINIC-OFFENSIVE SKILLS FOCUS
Big Sky High School
3100 South Ave.
Missoula, MT
Saturday May 17, 2008
Boys 10-18 8:00am - 1:00pm
Girls 10-18 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Cost: $50
For more information click here
To Register: Call 1-800-406-3926 Monday-Friday 9:00-4:00 pm or register online
For more information contact Shawn Stetson at shawn@nbccamps.com
NBC CAMPS GEAR NOW SHIPPING
We have great gear ready to send to you right now. Whether you are signed up for camp, friends of NBC Camps, team camp coaches or an alumni wanting the latest NBC fashion, you can order right now and save!
Everyone who has ever purchased a pair of NBC shorts know them to be the ones you want to wear over and over again. These coveted shorts are so hot, you will feel ultra cool this summer!
Don't miss our exciting Pure Shooting DVD, available in our gear packages or for individual purchase. This awesome DVD will get you motivated and give you ways to improve basketball's most important and most difficult skill.
Volleyball is so hip right now. NBC Volleyball Camps are on fire. If you love volleyball be sure to check out our spike gear packages.
Whether you love volleyball or basketball get your great camp gear online anytime or call 1-888-332-3567 Monday- Friday 9am -5pm PST
Want to mail in your order? No problem, download this order form and mail it in!
These items, excluding the DVD are only available in camp packages and are marked sold out until after the camp season. Camp gear packages help you save money. NBC Camps provides these packages ahead of camp to help you get the sizes you want at a discount price. Individual orders may be received after the camp season but some products and sizes may not be available.
Everyone loves NBC Camps gear... get yours now!
Everyone who has ever purchased a pair of NBC shorts know them to be the ones you want to wear over and over again. These coveted shorts are so hot, you will feel ultra cool this summer!
Don't miss our exciting Pure Shooting DVD, available in our gear packages or for individual purchase. This awesome DVD will get you motivated and give you ways to improve basketball's most important and most difficult skill.
Volleyball is so hip right now. NBC Volleyball Camps are on fire. If you love volleyball be sure to check out our spike gear packages.
Whether you love volleyball or basketball get your great camp gear online anytime or call 1-888-332-3567 Monday- Friday 9am -5pm PST
Want to mail in your order? No problem, download this order form and mail it in!
These items, excluding the DVD are only available in camp packages and are marked sold out until after the camp season. Camp gear packages help you save money. NBC Camps provides these packages ahead of camp to help you get the sizes you want at a discount price. Individual orders may be received after the camp season but some products and sizes may not be available.
Everyone loves NBC Camps gear... get yours now!
NBC BASKETBALL DAY CAMP IN YAKIMA, WASHINGTON
NBC CAMPS BASKETBALL DAY CAMPS
NBC Camps Basketball day camps provide opportunites for you to polish your game and give you a taste of camp.
EISENHOWER HIGH SCHOOL
YAKIMA, WASHINGTON 3 DAY CAMP
This basketball camp is designed for young atheltes interested in imporving their skils and having fun. We will focus on developing fundamental skills from shooting and attacking the basketba to ball handling and defense. The goal is to help build confidence in a fun and encouraging environment. Athletes ages 8-12 years old can come imporve their skills during this 3-day basketball camp.
Eisenhower High School
702 S. 40th Ave.
Yakima, WA 98908
Friday, July 18 4:00-8:00pm (dinner provided)
Saturday, July 19 9:00am-3:00pm (lunch provided)
Sunday, July 20 10:00am-2:00pm (lunch provided)
Boys and Girls 8-12 years old
Cost: $150 ($25 discount if attending an NBC overnight camp)
What you'll learn
* Shooting Fundamentals
* Common Shooting Errors
* Attacking the Basket
* Pivots and Protecting the Ball
* Ball Handling Tips
* Effective Passing
* Defensive Intensity
*Games and Drills
To learn more click here
To register click here
NBC Camps Basketball day camps provide opportunites for you to polish your game and give you a taste of camp.
EISENHOWER HIGH SCHOOL
YAKIMA, WASHINGTON 3 DAY CAMP
This basketball camp is designed for young atheltes interested in imporving their skils and having fun. We will focus on developing fundamental skills from shooting and attacking the basketba to ball handling and defense. The goal is to help build confidence in a fun and encouraging environment. Athletes ages 8-12 years old can come imporve their skills during this 3-day basketball camp.
Eisenhower High School
702 S. 40th Ave.
Yakima, WA 98908
Friday, July 18 4:00-8:00pm (dinner provided)
Saturday, July 19 9:00am-3:00pm (lunch provided)
Sunday, July 20 10:00am-2:00pm (lunch provided)
Boys and Girls 8-12 years old
Cost: $150 ($25 discount if attending an NBC overnight camp)
What you'll learn
* Shooting Fundamentals
* Common Shooting Errors
* Attacking the Basket
* Pivots and Protecting the Ball
* Ball Handling Tips
* Effective Passing
* Defensive Intensity
*Games and Drills
To learn more click here
To register click here
NBC CAMPS IS COMING TO WESTERN WASHINGTON!
COME JOIN US Sunday, May 18th or Saturday, May 24th!
Have a great basketball experience in Marysville, Washington at Pilchuck High School, Sunday May 18th or in Deming (nearby Bellingham) at Mt. Baker High School, Saturday, May 24th .
These two great basketball clinics will help you fired up about basketball, about becoming your best and get your ready for the camp season. Come have fun and get better.
MARYSVILLE, WASHINGTONPURE BASKETBALL CLINIC
The clinic will focus on developing a wide variety of skills from shooting and attacking the basket to ball handling and passing. It will help prepare athletes for in-game experience.
NBC Camps Pure Basketball Clinic
Marysville-Pilchuck High School
5611 108th Street NE
Marysville, WA
Sunday, May 18th 9-3pm
Boys and Girls Ages: 9-18
Cost $75 USD
Bring a bag lunch
For more information click here
To Register: Call 1-800-406-3926 Monday-Friday 9:00-4:00 pm or register online
For more information contact Shawn Stetson at shawn@nbccamps.com
DEMING, WASHINGTON (Mt. Baker) PURE CONFIDENCE CLINIC
This clinic combines outstanding NBC skill teaching and competition with quickness/agility training and a focus on how to improve your mental toughness.
NBC Pure Confidence Clinic
May 24, 2008
Mount Baker High School
Deming, WA
For directions: http://www.mtbaker.wednet.edu/mbhs/directions.htm
9am-3pm Boys and GirlsA ges: 11-18
Cost: $75
For more information click here
To Register: Call 1-800-406-3926 Monday-Friday 9:00-4:00 pm or register online
For more information contact Shawn Stetson at shawn@nbccamps.com
COME JOIN US Sunday, May 18th or Saturday, May 24th!
Have a great basketball experience in Marysville, Washington at Pilchuck High School, Sunday May 18th or in Deming (nearby Bellingham) at Mt. Baker High School, Saturday, May 24th .
These two great basketball clinics will help you fired up about basketball, about becoming your best and get your ready for the camp season. Come have fun and get better.
MARYSVILLE, WASHINGTONPURE BASKETBALL CLINIC
The clinic will focus on developing a wide variety of skills from shooting and attacking the basket to ball handling and passing. It will help prepare athletes for in-game experience.
NBC Camps Pure Basketball Clinic
Marysville-Pilchuck High School
5611 108th Street NE
Marysville, WA
Sunday, May 18th 9-3pm
Boys and Girls Ages: 9-18
Cost $75 USD
Bring a bag lunch
For more information click here
To Register: Call 1-800-406-3926 Monday-Friday 9:00-4:00 pm or register online
For more information contact Shawn Stetson at shawn@nbccamps.com
DEMING, WASHINGTON (Mt. Baker) PURE CONFIDENCE CLINIC
This clinic combines outstanding NBC skill teaching and competition with quickness/agility training and a focus on how to improve your mental toughness.
NBC Pure Confidence Clinic
May 24, 2008
Mount Baker High School
Deming, WA
For directions: http://www.mtbaker.wednet.edu/mbhs/directions.htm
9am-3pm Boys and GirlsA ges: 11-18
Cost: $75
For more information click here
To Register: Call 1-800-406-3926 Monday-Friday 9:00-4:00 pm or register online
For more information contact Shawn Stetson at shawn@nbccamps.com
BASKETBALL CLINIC IN SALEM, OREGON
NBC Camps, the largest overnight basketball camp in the world, is coming to Salem for a day clinic. Come get a small taste of the NBC experience and improve your game when you come and play some HOOPS at Cascade High School, SUNDAY MAY18th . Work on your shooting, your sweet handles, your individual offense, your overall game. Come have fun and get better.
We hope you’ll join us. SIGN UP TODAY!
SALEM, OREGON (Turner)PURE OFFENSE CLINIC
NBC Camps Pure Offense Clinic May 18, 2008Cascade High School 10226 Marion Rd SE Turner, ORBoys and Girls Ages: 9-181:00 - 5:00 pm $45
Steve Ball - Director
Click here for more information
To Register: Call 1-800-406-3926 Monday-Friday 9:00-4:00 pm or register online
Contact Steve Ball at SBall@cascade.k12.or.usor Call 1800-406-3926
Please bring a signed copy of our medical release waiver
Check out www.nbccamps.com
We hope you’ll join us. SIGN UP TODAY!
SALEM, OREGON (Turner)PURE OFFENSE CLINIC
NBC Camps Pure Offense Clinic May 18, 2008Cascade High School 10226 Marion Rd SE Turner, ORBoys and Girls Ages: 9-181:00 - 5:00 pm $45
Steve Ball - Director
Click here for more information
To Register: Call 1-800-406-3926 Monday-Friday 9:00-4:00 pm or register online
Contact Steve Ball at SBall@cascade.k12.or.usor Call 1800-406-3926
Please bring a signed copy of our medical release waiver
Check out www.nbccamps.com
May 5, 2008
TWO BASKETBALL CLINICS IN ALBERTA
NBC Camps the largest overnight basketball camp, offers day clinics in Alberta this May to give you a taste of the NBC experience and get your skills ready to go.
LETHBRIDGE ALBERTA BASKETBALL CLINICS
Immanuel Christian High School
802 6 Avenue North Lethbridge, AB
Pure Shooting and Attack Moves
Thursday, May 15th
Boys and Girls Ages: 9-18
Cost: $35
Competition Basketball Clinic
Friday, May 16th
Boys and GirlsAges: 9-18
Cost: $35
Both Clinics for $60
CALL 1800-406-3926 to register
To Register: Call 1-800-406-3926 Monday-Friday 9:00-4:00 pm or register online
For more information contact Shawn Stetson at shawn@nbccamps.com
BROOKS, ALBERTA BASKETBALL CLINICS
Complete Skills Basketball Saturday, May 17. 2008
Brooks Composite High School
Brooks, AB
Boys and Girls Ages: 9-18 9am-3pm
Bring a bag lunch
Cost $65
For more information click here
To Register: Call 1-800-406-3926 Monday-Friday 9:00-4:00 pm or register online
For more information contact Shawn Stetson at shawn@nbccamps.com
LETHBRIDGE ALBERTA BASKETBALL CLINICS
Immanuel Christian High School
802 6 Avenue North Lethbridge, AB
Pure Shooting and Attack Moves
Thursday, May 15th
Boys and Girls Ages: 9-18
Cost: $35
Competition Basketball Clinic
Friday, May 16th
Boys and GirlsAges: 9-18
Cost: $35
Both Clinics for $60
CALL 1800-406-3926 to register
To Register: Call 1-800-406-3926 Monday-Friday 9:00-4:00 pm or register online
For more information contact Shawn Stetson at shawn@nbccamps.com
BROOKS, ALBERTA BASKETBALL CLINICS
Complete Skills Basketball Saturday, May 17. 2008
Brooks Composite High School
Brooks, AB
Boys and Girls Ages: 9-18 9am-3pm
Bring a bag lunch
Cost $65
For more information click here
To Register: Call 1-800-406-3926 Monday-Friday 9:00-4:00 pm or register online
For more information contact Shawn Stetson at shawn@nbccamps.com
