Hooptown Philosophy
In 1987, when Coach Fazio opened and directed his first summer basketball camp - he was hoping to share his love of the game of basketball with the youth in the community. He believed then, as he believes today, that by making summer camp FUN, kids would fall in love with the game. That philosophy still holds true, as he continues to "entertain" the younger campers with his humor, engaging personality and of course basketball skills and drills. With our younger campers - at the "Ivy" and " Big Ten" level of play- all of the instruction, games and competitions have been designed with the campers basketball education and "entertainment" value in mind.
With our older and more experienced campers - playing at the "College" and certainly "Pro" levels - we focus more on team concepts, successful game strategies and individual basketball improvement. In addition to the traditional ball handling, shooting, rebounding and defensive skills we begin to emphasize more advanced individual moves (offensive "go to" moves, offensive moves off the dribble, attack moves from triple threat and precision passing). We also offer "clinics" on post/perimeter play. Our coaches will emphasize the mental (shooting with confidence) and physical (summer conditioning) preparation that is necessary at this level.
All our coaches are Hooptown camp "graduates" who model the positive sportsmanship and character values important for basketball success. Philosophically, we believe that campers learn by doing - not by listening to a lecture. We believe that encouragement is the best motivator and always teach/coach in the positive! We believe that we offer the BEST camp around and sincerely appreciate the opportunity we have to help the youth enjoy the game of basketball.
In 1987, when Coach Fazio opened and directed his first summer basketball camp - he was hoping to share his love of the game of basketball with the youth in the community. He believed then, as he believes today, that by making summer camp FUN, kids would fall in love with the game. That philosophy still holds true, as he continues to "entertain" the younger campers with his humor, engaging personality and of course basketball skills and drills. With our younger campers - at the "Ivy" and " Big Ten" level of play- all of the instruction, games and competitions have been designed with the campers basketball education and "entertainment" value in mind.
With our older and more experienced campers - playing at the "College" and certainly "Pro" levels - we focus more on team concepts, successful game strategies and individual basketball improvement. In addition to the traditional ball handling, shooting, rebounding and defensive skills we begin to emphasize more advanced individual moves (offensive "go to" moves, offensive moves off the dribble, attack moves from triple threat and precision passing). We also offer "clinics" on post/perimeter play. Our coaches will emphasize the mental (shooting with confidence) and physical (summer conditioning) preparation that is necessary at this level.
All our coaches are Hooptown camp "graduates" who model the positive sportsmanship and character values important for basketball success. Philosophically, we believe that campers learn by doing - not by listening to a lecture. We believe that encouragement is the best motivator and always teach/coach in the positive! We believe that we offer the BEST camp around and sincerely appreciate the opportunity we have to help the youth enjoy the game of basketball.
Coach Fazio
DIRECTOR/OWNER
Coach Fazio, also known as “David Fazio” is the leader and inspiration behind every facet of Hooptown. The camp began with 20 campers and a vision and through Faz’s dedication, determination and hard work the camp has grown into the Hooptown experience that we know today.
Coach Fazio has just completed his 29th year as the head coach at Andover High School and has won over 400 games. He still has the energy and enthusiasm to interact with his staff and each camper to inspire everyone who walks through the Hooptown door.
DIRECTOR/OWNER
Coach Fazio, also known as “David Fazio” is the leader and inspiration behind every facet of Hooptown. The camp began with 20 campers and a vision and through Faz’s dedication, determination and hard work the camp has grown into the Hooptown experience that we know today.
Coach Fazio has just completed his 29th year as the head coach at Andover High School and has won over 400 games. He still has the energy and enthusiasm to interact with his staff and each camper to inspire everyone who walks through the Hooptown door.
