Varsity Academy - South Sound Basketball Training

We are excited to bring Varsity Academy back to Western Washington this fall! Get ready to improve your game with coaches who will help prepare you to play your best. Let our VA South Sound staff help you master your game and get you ready for the season.

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Welcome to Varsity Academy, a division of NBC Camps.

Varsity Academy offers basketball training programs in Fife, Washington to help you improve their game throughout the year. Varsity Academy will be divided into age/ability courts when possible. NBC Varsity Academy has the primary goal of helping players step on the court physically and mentally ready for every day of practice. Varsity Academy Division 1 is for high school athletes wanting to elevate their game with a focus on live-action competition. For athletes ages 9-13, VA D2 training is based on age and ability level. This basketball training reinforces the fundamental skills critical for success and lays the foundation for future growth and improvement. Athletes are divided into groups based on age and skill levels.

All athletes are expected to provide their own basketball, water bottle, indoor shoes, and hoop clothing.

Contact Coach Chris Koebelin at coachchris.nbccamps@gmail.com for information on sibling and team discounts.

Highlights Include

Intensive skill development
High quality staff and experienced leadership team committed to your success
Leadership training and character development
An atmosphere of enthusiasm, respect, encouragement and high expectation
Accountability for basketball and life goals
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Varsity Academy South Sound is excited to tip off the Fall Session on October 5.

Read below for specific details and information.

Varsity Academy Fall Session - Oct. 5 - Nov. 2, 2025

Gender and Ages:

Division 1 - Boys and Girls 13-18
Division 2 - Boys and Girls 9-12

Dates: October 5, 12, 19, 26 and November 2, 2025
Times: Sundays 5:30-7:30pm

VARSITY ACADEMY D1 HIGH SCHOOL

VA D1 is designed for high school athletes. This program is set up to challenge advanced players and will teach skills appropriate for the high school player. Intensity and competition will be high priorities. Division 2 players will be considered at the discretion of the VA staff. This program is designed for the older and more skilled high school age players. Teaching takes place primarily through live, competitive games and structured, organized play.

VARSITY ACADEMY D2

Designed for ages 9-12, we divide athletes into training stations and groups based on skill level and ability. It is worth the investment to learn basketball skills correctly during the formative years. We take pride in making sure athletes can execute skills correctly. Each athlete is important to us and we want to help you reach your basketball and life dreams and goals.

What should I bring to VA?

Completed medical release waiver if not completed online ahead of check-in
A basketball labeled with your name
Appropriate basketball shoes/attire
Water bottle or sports drink

Come to each gym time with a great attitude, ready to be coachable, respectful, and willing to contribute to our environment of positive enthusiasm. You may arrive 15-20 minutes prior to the first gym time to check-in.

What if I need to miss a gym time?

Feel free to notify the director if you will be missing a gym time, however it is not necessary.

Camp Director Chris Koebelin

Chris Koebelin has been directing NBC Day Camps for nearly 10 years. Having coached basketball for more than 30 years, Coach Chris believes in the power of energy, passion and character building. Currently Koebelin is the Head Coach for the Klahowya Secondary Girls High School Basketball program. He is the winningest coach in Klahowya Secondary school history having reached the District playoffs in 4 out of his 6 years with 1 League Championship and having helped 2 of his student athletes reach their dream of playing college basketball.
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Chris also coached professional and college level players in the ABA with the Kitsap Admirals. He is extremely passionate about helping players develop the fundamentals and encouraging their love of the game.
Coach Justin Chapel

Justin has over 15 years of coaching experience. He played college basketball at San Diego Mesa College and Simpson University. After college, he found success at the semi-pro level in the ABA, IBL, and NABL for over 8 years. He has served as a head coach including AAU and high school level, and has experience as a collegiate assistant coach. In addition, Justin has spent over a decade in education and currently works as a Dean of Students. He began his involvement with NBC Camps as a student-athlete at Simpson University in 2010.