Winter Term

LSB EASTER BASKETBALL SKILLS DEVELOPMENT CAMP (6 - 18yrs)

Ark Blake Academy - Croydon

The LSB Skills Development Camp is led by fully qualified, DBS-checked coaches and welcomes all levels of ability, from absolute beginners through to advanced players, from ages 6-18, both boys and girls. We cater to a wide age range and mixed-abilities by splitting all participants into age and ski …morells-appropriate groups and providing focused coaching for each group that develops skills at the right pace and level for every single participant. LSB Skills Development Camps are a lot of fun and are guaranteed to help players improve fundamental skills, fitness, individual and team understanding of basketball concepts while also providing opportunities for players to test new skills in organised game play. All full-week campers receive an exclusive Camp T-Shirt, an exclusive 'drills and skills, program to follow after camp to continue building skills and also compete for one of our fantastic awards presented on the last day of the camp for MVP, Best Teammate, Hardest Worker, Most Improved and the Coaches Award less

ADVANCED POINT GUARD CAMP (13 - 18yrs)

Ark Blake Academy - Croydon

A positional camp designed for aspiring point guards looking to elevate their game and learn how to master the most important position on the floor. This four-day intensive coaching camp will take your skills and knowledge to the next level, empowering you with the tools to excel as a high IQ f …moreloor general. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN & BENEFIT FROM AT THIS CAMP: * TARGETED SKILL DEVELOPMENT* Prepare to take your ball handling ability to new heights with our Extreme Ball Handling Stations. You'll master multiple new dribble combinations, discover techniques to make your handle tighter and smoother, then learn when and where to utilise your newfound skills in competitive game scenarios. In our 1-on-1 stations, you'll learn new ways to break down defenders in 4-low or isolation situations, creating scoring opportunities for yourself at will. Expand your shooting range and make the 3-pointer and deep 3-pointer part of your offensive arsenal through our specialised shooting stations. Pass like a Pro in our competive pass-at-pace stations that will push you beyond your current capabilities towards pass mastery. * POINT GUARD TESTING COMBINE & RANKING* Our PG Skills Test provides a comprehensive combine that objectively scores your performance across a series of skill-based drills and athletic tests. This includes a PG IQ test to assess your basketball knowledge and identify areas for improvement. Your scores will contribute to the Point Guard Ranking List, showcasing the camps top performers and giving you an objective assessment of where you are now and areas you should focus on for continued improvement. * CAREER PLANNING WITH Q&A CHALK TALK SESSIONS* Gain insights into the basketball world and how to progress and navigate your way through each level. Understand your current position within your journey, and chart the necessary steps for progression. Our ultimate goal is to inspire you to reach new heights both on and off the court, helping you understand what scouts and coaches are looking for at the next level and what you need to do to fulfil their needs. * RECOGNITION & AWARDS* At the end of the camp, we will recognise outstanding performers with coveted awards, including Camp MVP, Best Passer, Best Leader, Best Handle, and Best Shooter. You'll also have the opportunity to secure your place on the prestigious Top 10 Point Guards ranking list, gaining well-deserved recognition for your skills and potential. *MENTORSHIP & NETWORKING* Interact with experienced coaches and like-minded players, creating valuable connections and mentorship opportunities within the basketball community. Skills Focus and Learning Outcomes: * Ball Handling: Improve dribbling under pressure, change of pace, speed and direction to break down your defender and beat any trap. * Shooting: Techniques for increased precision and range, including off-the-dribble pull ups, floaters, finishes at the rim, off of all-angle screens. * Defence: Learn essential PG defensive skills and better understand optimum positioning and footwork that maximises your specific strengths while minimising your weaknesses. Learn how to quickly read and control your defensive matchup. * Physical Conditioning: Enhance agility, strength, and endurance specific to point guards and learn what drills you should be doing to continue to turn your conditioning into one of your key assets. * Game IQ: Understanding game tactics, effective decision-making, and playmaking under various game conditions. Sign up now for the Point Guard Camp and unleash your true potential. less

Spring Term