Camp Director: Rich Jessup
Rich will again be the director of the Charlie Ward Boys Instructional Camp. From his playing experience, both on the college and international levels, Rich brings a vast knowledge of the game of basketball to any basketball camp he directs. His world-class playing skills enable him to teach many basketball players, both young and old, the skills of the game. He is regarded by many to be one of the best shooting instructors in the country.

Rich is now the director of Pro Basketball Outreach, a ministry to NBA basketball players and their families. He also travels the world as a Christian motivational speaker and coach.

Special Features
• Highly-Motivated & Professional Coaching Staff
• FREE Camp T-shirt & Ball
• First-Class Supervision at All Times
• Special Guest Speakers:
Monty Williams, Reggie White & Danny Copeland

Camp Features

• Five Days of Basketball Instruction, Featuring Charlie Ward & His Team of Coaches
• Group Bible Study & Chapel
• Rock Climbing at Our Outdoor Adventure Center
• Awards Given Away: All-Star Team, Best Defensive Player, Hustler, Most Improved, Best 3-Point Shooter, Best Foul Shooter, Hot Shot Camp & Many More…

Other Guests and Coaching Staff Include:
Lowes Moore, a former NBA player will be at the camp to share his insight on the game and coach camp, as well.

Danny Copeland, a former defensive back with the Super Bowl Champion Washington Redskins is scheduled to make an appearance. Danny grew up working as hard at basketball as he did at football, bringing a powerful message to campers about work ethics and success.

Sean Jones is the former staring quarterback for Georgia Tech and has played basketball on the international level. Sean will again be a coach at this year’s camp.

Keith Johnson, currently the chaplain for the Minnesota Vikings, will be attending camp and sharing his experiences of working with NFL players.

Camp Favorites:
Charlie Ward, Sr.
William Harding (POPS)
(along with your other favorite coaches)

For more information about
Charlie, check out
http://www.nba.com/playerfile
/charlieward.html.

Coming from out of town?
Our on-site Housing and Conference Center features a 420-person dining hall, 116 rooms and a large Clubhouse that has everything from arcade games to pool tables and much, much more! In addition, you can relax in one of two separate TV lounges, which have big-screen televisions with DirecTV.

To make reservations in our Housing Center call Rob Marx at 814-866-5425 x215.

Skills Contests
This year’s event will also offer the exciting skills contests, including a three-point contest, 2Ball Contest, and Slam Dunk Contest. These events are highly anticipated and they will live up to everyone’s expectations

Basketball Calendar of Events
Are you looking for a summer camp for your son? Is your daughter's team needing some game time? Camps, leagues, clinics as well as tournaments are available year round. Check out our Basketball Calendar of events.

Housing Accommodations
If you are going to play in a state-of-the-art complex, you should relax in one as well. All teams have the option to stay in our Housing and Conference Center. This complex, located just 50 feet from the basketball center, features a 420-person dining hall, 116 rooms and a large clubhouse that has everything from arcade games to pool tables and much more. Contact Rob Marx, Director of Housing for More Information at 1-888-8Go-PARK x. 215

Leadership Institute
The Family First Sports Park, long recognized for quality sports, health, and fitness programming, is uniquely positioned to offer the region’s business and school communities an exciting new educational opportunity — the Leadership Institute.

The Family First Sports Park’s Leadership Institute combines some of the country’s most dynamic consultants and educators with the most powerful teacher of all: experience. The result? A powerful vehicle for personal and organizational development! More than just a “field trip,” the Park’s Leadership Institute uses a unique combination of classroom presentation, structured experience, and facilitated discussion to cultivate leadership, teambuilding, and problem-solving skills for the leaders of today and tomorrow. Contact Dr. Jim Rimmer to schedule your team for Leadership Training at 1-888-8GO-PARK.

Team Discounts at the Family First Fun Center
With attractions like miniature golf, go-kart racing, bumper boats, rock climbing and batting cages, we're sure you'll have more fun that you've ever had before, while visiting the Park this summer. Click Here for Group Discounts.

Golf Dome
Our new golf dome really will change the way you think about golf — because when the weather is bad or even when the weather is good you’ll find a place where you can fine tune your game, shop for new golf equipment and spend time with the family. Click here for Golf Dome Daily and Weekly Specials...