Basketball

On any given day at Adirondack Camp you will hear the cacophonous sounds of bouncing basketballs echoing off the cliffs, missed rim shots clanging across the peninsula and raucous cheers of victory and defeat. With a panoramic view of Lake George, there’s no better place to “shoot some hoops”. Basketball is a very popular activity at Adirondack Camp and one that is appropriate for all age and skill levels. When not being used for a basketball class, the court is open for campers to practice their shot, play a pick-up game, or just enjoy each other’s company.

Campers at the beginner level learn the fundamentals of basketball: how to dribble, pass effectively to other teammates, and how to "hustle" with excitement and enthusiasm. Campers at the intermediate skill level work toward improving their ball handling, shooting and passing techniques. At the more advanced level, players practice game drills including proper communication skills, offensive and defensive formations, extended playtimes and team competitions. At all levels, our coaches encourage teamwork and good sportsmanship.

Adirondack Camp basketball program offers something for everyone. Our energetic basketball instructors are very passionate about their sport and are always conscious and considerate of each camper's ability. In addition to the occasional 3-on-3 camper/staff tournament, several inter-camp competitions take place over the course of the summer against neighboring camps. Even camps that tout themselves as Basketball Camps are excited about the chance to play on the b-ball court where players have been known to rise to the occasion of the high flying panorama that surrounds them!