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ABOUT CRUSADER CAMP
Crusader Camp was started by former TBS Head Coach Aaron Spuler, as a way for boys and girls to strengthen their basketball skills along with developing the attitude and character it takes to win in games and in life. In 2006, the demand was so great to expand the program that we added an additional week and sport: soccer.
We emphasis five main components of great team sports:
Preparation
We teach campers to properly warm up, using equipment correctly, and preparing for game days with proper nutrition and sleep.
Skill
Each sport is different, and you'll learn the fundamental and advanced skills necessary for your sport.
For basketball: ball-handling, shooting, defense, free-throws, dribbling, rebounding, fast breaks, passing and ball movement.
For soccer: shooting, passing, dribbling, receiving, heading, defense, penalty kicks, ball control and decision-making.
Character
Talent without character leads to disaster. Crusader Camp strongly believes that integrity, honesty, respect and fairness are integral to the game...and to life. We spend time every day of camp discussing character and values that help kids to succeed both on and off the court and field.
Attitude
Winning takes enthusiasm and heart. Our coaches and volunteers will help your student get excited about their sport and to play with energy and passion. We emphasize the need for intensity, determination and commitment.
Team
Basketball, soccer and volleyball are all team sports. At Crusader Camp, no matter which week your child attends, they become part of a team with a dedicated coach. For their sport and for that entire week, kids learn to work together, to encourage one another and bring out the best in their teammates.
CAMP STAFF
Our camp is staffed with high school head coaches, assistant coaches and current/former players, and we have a high camper to staff ratio so everyone gets personal attention. Coaches and volunteers have experience working with players in the elementary and middle school level (in addition to their other experience). Our staff love their sports, and their enthusiasm for the game and dedication to our camp participants, your child will have lifelong, positive memories of Crusader Camp!
Crusader Camp Director Josh Narayan has been coaching basketball since 1975 in both Oregon and Washington. Coach Narayan's extensive experience officiating at the high school, college and pro-am level gives him a wealth of knowledge about basketball. Coach Narayan began coaching at TBS in the early '90's. He recently headed up the very successful JV Boys Program, and is currently the Varsity Girls Coach. Our head soccer directors are also head coaches at TBS and bring years of experience to the program.
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