Nelson University - Dallas area TX Basketball Camps
NBC Basketball offers an intensive basketball camp south of Dallas at Nelson University.
- Where
- Waxahachie, Texas
Questions? Call 1-800-406-3926 — we’re happy to help.
Overview
About this basketball camp
Texas Overnight Basketball Camp 2027 go live starting November 30
Located at Nelson University near Dallas, Texas, NBC Basketball is hosting three overnight basketball camps. These camps are designed for players who are passionate about basketball and are willing to work hard to improve. Led by a top-notch NBC coaching staff, campers will work on skill development, full-court gameplay, sportsmanship, teamwork, and leadership.
NBC Camps focuses on training the total athlete with an emphasis on skill mastery, mental toughness, servant leadership, and personal faith. Camps combine Christian values with cutting-edge research on talent development, building confidence, and the importance of commitment. NBC Camps stands for Nothing Beats Commitment and the philosophy that our daily habits reveal our future success. Click here to register now!
Is this camp a fit?
Right for athletes who love the game enough to work hard
- Best for
- Athletes who love the game enough to work hard — see the sessions below for ages and levels.
- Training style
- Intensive, high-repetition skill training paired with encouragement, discipline, and character coaching.
- Level
- All skill levels welcome — athletes are grouped so everyone is challenged.
- What to bring
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- Athletic shoes and practice clothes
- Water bottle
- Completed camp forms (see Camp Essentials)
- Overnight campers: bedding and toiletries per your camp packet
Dates & prices
Choose a session
2027 dates coming soon
This camp has wrapped for the season. Get the camp sheet and we'll email you when 2027 registration opens.
Camp details
What to expect
DALLAS AREA - TEXAS BASKETBALL CAMPS
DATES & AGES: REGISTER HERE
Complete Player INTENSIVE Basketball Camp
Dates: 2027 coming soon | Age Group: Boys & Girls 12-17 years old
Complete Player INTENSIVE Basketball Camp
Dates: 2027 coming soon | Age Group: Boys & Girls 12-17 years old
SIGN UP FOR CAMP!
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PREPARE FOR CAMP: COMPLETE YOUR PRE-CAMP CHECKLIST
To view your customer account, complete your mandatory forms, pay balance dues, and review important camp information, visit the Pre-Camp Checklist.
All necessary camp information is on this page. If there are any imperative changes before camp starts, registered campers will be notified via email and this webpage will be updated.
DAILY TIMES & CAMP INFORMATION
OVERNIGHT CAMP SCHEDULE
First-day check-in begins at 12:30 pm for overnight and extended-day campers.
Last-day check-out at 11:30 am.
EXTENDED DAY CAMP SCHEDULE
First day: 12:30 pm-9:00 pm. Dinner provided.
Middle days: 9:00 am-9:00 pm. Lunch and dinner are provided.
Last day: 9:00 am-11:30 am. Lunch provided.
Extended-day campers DO NOT sleep on campus or eat breakfast on campus.
CAMP DESCRIPTIONS
Complete Player Camps offer training in all aspects of the sport including leadership and confidence training. NBC's Complete Player basketball curriculum is all-encompassing to help athletes develop and master skills to play the game of basketball with excellence. Complete Player Camps offer overnight (complete program training) and extended day options for those who commute to and from camp each morning and evening.
Complete Player Intensive Basketball Camps offer training in more advanced aspects of the game including basketball IQ, teamwork, and court leadership. NBC's basketball curriculum is all-encompassing to help athletes develop and master skills to play the game of basketball with excellence. NBC Basketball’s complete player-intensive camp is designed for more experienced athletes and students will play between six and eight hours per day. The camp is high intensity and expectations of the players. These camps are not for beginning athletes.
Elite Boys Basketball Camp Attendance at this camp means that you are one of the top players in your area. It is recommended to attend the Intensive Camp first before attending the Elite Camp. Athletes are expected to have solid fundamentals and can grasp higher and more advanced aspects of the game.
ROOMMATES & HOUSING
Roommates for this site need to be requested at least two weeks before camp begins. If you have no preference, we will match you with a camper of the same gender and similar age. Contact nbc@nbccamps.com if you need to add a roommate request.
Housing - The information below is subject to change each year.
Air conditioning: Yes
Lost Key Fee: Yes
Campers per room: 2-3
Bathrooms: Campers share a common bathroom
Supervision: boys and girls are separated into different dorms or different floors with coaches of the same gender staying in the dorms for supervision.
INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & OTHER
Ratio: approximately a 1:10 staff-to-camper ratio
Groupings: Campers are grouped by age, skill, and experience.
Equipment Needed: Players should supply their own athletic equipment and have at least one pair of well-broken-in basketball (court) shoes. Campers do need to bring their own ball (clearly labeled with their name). Visit our Camp Packing List for a full list of what to bring. NBC Camps is NOT responsible for lost or stolen items.
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.
Allergies/Dietary Restrictions/Medical Concerns: please include this on your registration so campus staff and camp staff can be prepared for your camper's arrival and meals.
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation is not provided. Campers are responsible for getting to and from camp on their own. There is no supervision before or after camp hours so please make arrangements to pick up your child on time.
CANCELLATION, REFUND & PAYMENT POLICIES
Review the NBC policies here.
MORE GENERAL OVERNIGHT CAMP INFORMATION
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Show lessSee more camp detailsIntensity Night- Intensity Night is a unique NBC Camps event involving sweat, music, encouragement, and confidence building. Intensity Night allows campers to work harder than they’ve ever worked before, and they’ll be cheered and encouraged every step, jump, and push-up along the way. Campers set their level of intensity, and everyone is encouraged to reach his/her personal goals. No one is forced to go beyond their abilities. It’s a fantastic opportunity for campers to explore how fun challenging work can be.
Camp Store- At some locations, there is a camp store that sells anything from snacks and sports drinks to NBC gear such as t-shirts and sweatshirts. When there is a camp store, there is also a camp bank located near the check-in tables on the first day. Parents can give money to the camp bank on behalf of their camper so they can purchase merchandise or snacks from the camp store. We recommend sending between $40-$60 for snacks, drinks, apparel, and other products. On the last day of camp, parents should retrieve any unspent money. Not all locations have a camp store.
Golden Ruler Award- The Golden Ruler Award is the highest achievement at NBC Camps. It is designed to teach campers to become a person of depth and reflection while instilling the importance of community service, discipline, and accountability. The criteria for the award are very strict, thus only campers ages 13-18 may try for the award. Those who would like to attempt this should bring a notebook and a Bible. Criteria include journaling, designing workouts, memorization, testing, essays, and more. *Not all locations offer the Golden Ruler
International Travel Teams- NBC invites athletes ages 14-18 on international tours through the NBC Travel Teams program. Campers will learn about NBC tours at camp and can apply for one of our teams by contacting Travel Team Director Breanna Lyons at travelteams@nbccamps.com or visit https://www.nbccamps.com/international
Overnight Camp - Sample Schedule
- 8:00 am Breakfast
- 9:00 am Ball handling/dribbling drills and competitions
- 10:00 am Individual offensive breakdown, attack moves and finishing, shooting
- 11:30 am Competitive drills and play such as shooting games, small sided games, and live scrimmage
- 12:00 pm Lunch
- 1:00 pm Defensive strategy (individual and team work)
- 1:45 pm Shooting fundamentals and correction, shooting focused workouts
- 2:30 pm Live play 3-on-3 to 5-on-5
- 5:00 pm Dinner
- 6:00 pm Evening Program (life skills/leadership training, small group discussions)
- 7:30 pm Fun basketball activities and competitions such as mini-tournaments, intensity night, and short full court games
- 9:00 pm Extended day dismissal
- 10:00 pm Lights out
ABOUT THE CAMPUS
Nelson University is located on the outskirts of Dallas, Texas. The town is called Waxahachie, Texas and the campus hosts a beautiful main gym and cafeteria. Each room typically accommodates two campers with nearby private shower facilities. Evening Programs are typically held in the University’s theater or large classroom.
The Dorm was chosen as one of the top 10 college dorms in America. Suite setup with two rooms sharing one bathroom. Two to a room, four to a suite. Dorms, cafeterias, and gyms are all easy access, safe areas, and close. Indoor pool access during break time.
Food sample:
Hamburgers, pizza, salad bar, all-you-can-drink juice, soda, milk, dessert option. Great dining options and hotels close by for parents who want to stay nearby.
College Gym with six baskets, nice floor, and air-conditioning. Three gyms are available within easy walking distance.
Camp reviews
4.70
Based on 23 family reviews
★★★★★ Uplifting
This camp taught me about fighting through challenges and help uplift people.
— Caffery J
★★★★★ Leadership Skills
I'm always looking to become a better leader and I feel like this camp helped me do that.
— Miles D
Show fewer reviewsRead all 23 reviews★★★★ Faith and Skills
I improved in basketball, my Christian walk, and grew as a person.
— Tynlee R
★★★★★ Improved Skills
I got better at the all around game and driving to the basket
— Jaxzen C
★★★★★ Learned A LOT
I learned how to play better under pressure, how to be intense and how to be a better passer.
— Tommy D
★★★★★ I loved camp!!
I learned ball handling, handling being under pressure, finishing and shooting. I loved camp!
— Warren P
★★★★★ Great camp
NBC Camps has taught me how to be a better player and a better person.
— Wyatt H
★★★★ Great breakdown
Definitely the gear provided at my camp was awesome! Breakdown of drills was helpful and insightful.
— AJ H.
★★★★ Organized!
It was a very well organized camp.
— Mallory J.
★★★★★ I Loved Camp!
The organization and encouragement given by the coaches and staff was great!
— Jake A.
★★★★★ Loved It!
My daughter loved it and wants to go back next year. If she wants to go back, you don't need to make any changes!
— Monica W.
★★★★ Enjoyed camp.
The camp had great drills/skills and the activities were great.
— A.J. H.
★★★★★ Fun!
The skills that the coaches taught us really helps in games and it was fun.
— Madison D
★★★★★ Amazing!
NBC SAGU Camp was amazing because the coach was so nice and I have learned a lot of new stuff.
— Yolette B.
★★★★ Variety of Skills.
NBC Camps taught a variety of skills and drills to work on. The breaks were well placed as well.
— Jack W
★★★★★ Tons of Techniques.
Camp taught me tons of techniques and tips, and also how to be a better person/player
— Fernando R
★★★★ Improve your game.
NBC gave good instructions on how to improve your game.
— Samuel E
★★★★★ Busy and Fun!
I liked that coaches kept the days busy and full of fun ways to learn.
— Sierra D
★★★★★ More than basketball
Not just basketball, but character building, commitment, focus, living a Christian life. These were all demonstrated when Director, and coaches spoke.
— Rich H.
★★★★★ Awesome coaches!
The interaction between coaches and parents was awesome. The willingness to work with you no matter the situation.
— DeMarcus S.
★★★★ Safe!
Process was easy, my son learned a lot of skills, I felt safe leaving him for 3 nights. Communication from the Coach in charge was awesome.
— Mary B.
★★★★★ Campers stayed busy
The campers stayed busy for the entire day. There was a schedule for each day which seemed to keep things very organized.
— Tory T.
★★★★★ Nice facility!
Very friendly and helpful staff upon arrival. Facility is very nice. Parent meeting was helpful
— Timothy B.
Questions
Camp questions & answers
Where is Nelson University - Dallas area TX Basketball Camps?
Address: Waxahachie, Texas. Led by camp director Delton Deal. Popular with families from Midlothian, Fort Worth, Dallas, Frisco, and other cities across Texas.
Who is Nelson University - Dallas area TX Basketball Camps for?
This camp is for athletes, coed. All skill levels welcome. Campers may be grouped by age, skill, or experience.
How do I register for Nelson University - Dallas area TX Basketball Camps?
This camp currently has no active sessions. Join the priority list to be the first to know when new dates are released. Questions? Call 1-800-406-3926.
I used to go to the NBC Basketball Camps at SAGU, is Nelson University the same camp?
SAGU has had a name change to Nelson University. NBC Basketball Camps operated as SAGU for years and now is operating camps at Nelson.
I have questions about NBC Basketball Camps at Nelson University, what are my next steps?
NEED HELP?
You can always visit the NBC Basketball FAQ section. If you have specific questions, please schedule time for a dedicated NBC Central Office staff to assist you with your needs or call us at 1-800-406-3926.
Your coaches
Camp coaches
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Camp Director Delton Deal
Coach Deal, leading the Nelson University (SAGU) men’s basketball program since 2017 with a 128-53 record, has amassed a 265-141 collegiate coaching record, including a 2021 NAIA Fab Four appearance and a SAC Tournament title. With previous success at York College and a 2007 TAPPS 3A State Championship at Bethesda Christian School, he brings extensive championship experience and a history of player development to NBC Camps.
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Staff NBC Coaching Staff
NBC Camps coaches are known for their hard work, great attitude, and commitment to helping you reach your potential on and off the court. Our curriculum focuses on helping you master even the most difficult skills as well as developing leadership, mental toughness, and confidence.
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Location
Nelson University - Dallas area TX Basketball Camps
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Questions? 1-800-406-3926
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