2020 Marin Catholic Boys Basketball Summer Camp
Join us this summer for the Next Level Sports/Wildcat Boys Basketball Camp at Marin Catholic High School! This summer, Coach Mike Saia and his staff are offering two sessions of the Wildcat Boys Basketball Camp: Session 1 - June 29th to July 2nd, Session 2 - July 7th - July 10th. Both program sessions are open to participants from 2nd grade to 8th grade (rising 2020/2021 school year)!
The Next Level Sports/Wildcat Basketball Camp will cover a wide variety of fundamental skills during each day of programming. The camp will focus on fundamentals including footwork, ball handling, shooting and passing as well as the introduction of proper defensive techniques. The 4-day camp offers a great balance of instruction, competition, hard work, and fun!
The Wildcat Boys Basketball Camp offers a complete overview of the game of basketball. Guided by Marin Catholic's Varsity Coach - Mike Saia - the staff is comprised of current coaches, players, and Marin Catholic Alumni.
No previous Next Level Baskeball experience is required to attend the camp(s). The program is open to all players interested in improving their skill level and interest in the game of basketball.
All camp attendees will receive a Next Level Summer Camp Nike Dri-Fit T-shirt along with other items which are included in the base cost of the program!
Site Logistics & Schedule
Sample Camp Curriculum
Offense
- Basic offensive set and offensive play installation,
- Proper shooting form and technique,
- Passing, ball handling, offensive motion and movement fundamentals,
- Half-court and full-court offensive strategies and techniques.
Defense
- Age appropriate defensive coverages (man and zone concepts),
- Proper stance, leverage, motion alignments to establish defensive principles,
- Zone coverage responsibilities, court discipline and zone spacing discipline,
- Half-court and full-court defensive strategies and techniques.
Teamwork
- How to be a great teammate in a group dynamic,
- Understanding and implemention of team dynamics with offensive/defensive sets,
- Working as team unit throughout all aspects of the game (pregame, in-game, etc.)
2020 Camp Dates & Times
Dates - Session 1: Monday, June 29th to Thursday, July 2nd
Full Day Session: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Lunch Included)
Dates - Session 2: Tuesday, July 7th to Friday, July 10th
Full Day Session: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Lunch Included)
What to Bring
- Water Bottle/Hydration
- Snack(s)
- Athletic Shoes/Basketball Shoes
- Sunscreen (for outdoor courts)
Site Director: Mike Saia
Mike Saia is in his ninth season as the Varsity Mens Basketball Head Coach at Marin Catholic, winning more than 100 games in his first 5 seasons. In 2017, Coach Saia led his Wildcats to a regular season and playoff MCAL championship for the first time since 2005. Mike is a graduate of Drake High School (2-time 1st Team All-League). He played one year at College of Marin, and three years at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo.
Coach Saia has developed a basketball philosophy from years of playing, coaching, and officiating. Mike was a NCAA Division I basketball official from 1991-1999, finishing his career with two trips to the NCAA tournament. Utilizing the whole child approach to coaching, Mike provides life lessons through the sport of basketball and shares his enthusiasm for the game.