Thiel College Basketball Skills Camp

The Thiel College Basketball Skills Camp is designed to help young players improve their fundamentals, confidence, basketball IQ, and love for the game. Campers will receive instruction in ball handling, shooting, passing, defense, rebounding, footwork, and team concepts through competitive drills, small-sided games, and live play. The camp will be led
by the Thiel College men’s basketball staff and will give campers a fun, competitive, and positive college basketball experience.

1. What campers will learn
Camp Focus Areas

Players will work on:

Ball handling and decision-making      
Shooting form and shot preparation               
Passing and moving without the ball
Defense, rebounding, and toughness
Finishing around the rim
Teamwork, communication, and leadership
Live games and competitions

2. Daily schedule

Sample Daily Schedule / Camp Tentative Schedule
8:30 am - Check in begins
9:00 am - Dynamic Warm up
9:15 am - Individual Concepts

• Defense
• Dribbling
• Shooting
• Finishing

9:55 am- Water

10:00 am - Team Concepts

• Transition
• Offense
• Defense

10:30 am - Controlled Competition

• Small sided games
• 5V5

11:30 am - Final player/ coach feedback and discussion for prospective student-athletes

12:00 pm - morning session Dismissed.

Afterrnoon session check-in begins at 1130

12:00 pm - Dynamic Warm up
12:15 pm - Individual Concepts

• Defense
• Dribbling
• Shooting
• Finishing

12:55 pm - Water
1:00 pm - Team Concepts

• Transition
• Offense
• Defense

1:30 pm - Controlled Competition

• Small sided games
• 5V5

2:30 pm - awards/daily wrap up
3:00 pm - Afternoon session dismissed.

Pricing section
Registration and Pricing Options

Early Bird Registration $175
Regular Registration $199
Late Registration $225
Sibling Discount $25 off second child

Registration Deadlines:

1. Early Bird Deadline: June 26, 2026
2. Regular Registration Deadline: July 2, 2026

Why attend this camp? Why Thiel Basketball Camp?
This camp gives young players the chance to learn in a college basketball environment while being coached by the Thiel College men’s basketball staff. Our goal is to create a camp that is organized, competitive, energetic, and fun. Every camper will be taught the game, challenged to improve, and encouraged to grow as a player and teammate.

About Coach Austin
Coach Austin brings a proven background in winning, player development, and program building. He was part of the historic 2015–16 University of Arkansas Little Rock team that finished 30–5 and defeated Purdue in the first round of the NCAA March Madness tournament.
After his time at Little Rock, Coach Austin built an AAU program and skill development business, where he trained and mentored high-level players, including NBA talent such as Kel’el Ware of the Miami Heat. As an AAU coach, he helped place dozens of athletes at the Division I,
Division II, and Division III levels. Coach Austin then transitioned into college coaching, spending four years as an assistant coach at NCAA Division II Frostburg State, where he helped lead the program to its first MEC Tournament appearance in school history. He later became a head college coach, developing a Player of the Year, Freshman of the Year, and six All-Conference players.  Coach Austin’s coaching foundation is built on relationships, development, accountability, and helping athletes reach their full potential on and off the court.

What to Bring?

• Basketball shoes
• Athletic clothes
• Water bottle
• Packed lunch or lunch add-on
• Positive attitude
• No jewelry during play
• Optional: basketball, towel, extra shirt

Parent FAQ section
Frequently Asked Questions

Is this camp for beginners?
Yes. The camp is open to players of all skill levels.

Will campers be grouped by age and ability?
Yes. Campers will be placed in groups that allow them to compete and develop appropriately.

Is lunch provided?
Lunch can be added for $25 for all 3 days, or campers may bring their own lunch.

Who runs the camp?
The camp will be directed by Coach Austin and the Thiel College men’s basketball staff.

Where is the camp located?
The camp will be held on the campus of Thiel College.

Final registration section
Spots are limited. Register today to reserve your camper’s place.

Mandatory Camp Waiver Form Here

REGISTER NOW
Questions? Contact:
Coach Austin
Email: taustin@thiel.edu
Phone: (501)944-5349