SUMMER ACADEMY
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SUMMER ACADEMY 2024
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START DATE: JUNE 29, 2024Â
END DATE: JULY 29, 2024
Days
THE PROGRAM
• Recruiting exposure to the NCAA
• 15+ games vs U.S. competition
• 30+ hours of high level skill development
• 30+ hours of team practice & training
• 30+ hours of strength & conditioning
• Basketball classroom sessions
• Access to excellent coaches & trainers
• Fantastic player to coach ratio (3:1)
• Independent living & life skills training
• Well regarded guest speakers
• Guidance on recruiting process
• 24/7 chaperones on duty
• Living accommodations & housing
• Breakfast, lunch, & dinner
• Team uniforms & practice jersey
• Transportation to & from airport
• Gym & weight-room access
• NBA combine testing
• Recruiting exposure to the NCAA
• 15+ games vs U.S. competition
• 30+ hours of high level skill development
• 30+ hours of team practice & training
• 30+ hours of strength & conditioning
• Basketball classroom sessions
• Access to excellent coaches & trainers
• Fantastic player to coach ratio (3:1)
• Independent living & life skills training
• Well regarded guest speakers
• Guidance on recruiting process
• 24/7 chaperones on duty
• Living accommodations & housing
• Breakfast, lunch, & dinner
• Team uniforms & practice jersey
• Transportation to & from airport
• Gym & weight-room access
• NBA combine testingÂ
PHASE A
PHASE B
PHASE C
TOURNAMENTS
TOURNAMENTS & GAMES
Global Squad players participate in 15+ games against elite competition in the United States. Underclassmen gain valuable experience while upperclassmen play in front of NCAA coaches.
SUMMER JAM FEST
• Manheim, Pennsylvania
• 38 indoor basketball courts
• 800+ NCAA coaches
• 500+ top U.S. teams
Considered one of the best tournaments in the entire country for both exposure and competition.Â
CROSSOVER NATIONALS
• Manalapan, New JerseyÂ
• 10 indoor basketball courts
• Tournament winners (invite only)
• D2 and D3 exposure
The Crossover Hoops Championship features all the tournament winners during the spring season.
U.S. JUNIOR NATIONALS
• Washington, D.C.Â
• 30 indoor basketball courts
• 800+ NCAA coaches
• National champ contenders
One of the top summer events for women’s basketball. The competition and exposure is elite.
MID SUMMER BLAST
• Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• 8 indoor basketball courts
• D2 and D3 exposure
• 250+ top U.S. teams
This tournament features the best of the best. Non-shoe sponsored teams require an invitation.
SUMMER JAM FEST
• Manheim, Pennsylvania
• 38 indoor basketball courts
• 800+ NCAA coaches
• 500+ top U.S. teams
Considered one of the best tournaments in the entire country for both exposure and competition.Â
CROSSOVER NATIONALS
• Manalapan, New JerseyÂ
• 10 indoor basketball courts
• Tournament winners (invite only)
• D2 and D3 exposure
Crossover Hoops National Championship features all the tournament winners during the spring season.
U.S. JUNIOR NATIONALS
• Washington, D.C.Â
• 30 indoor basketball courts
• 800+ NCAA coaches
• National champ contenders
One of the top summer events for women’s basketball. The competition and exposure is elite.
MID SUMMER BLAST
• Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• 8 indoor basketball courts
• D2 and D3 exposure
• 250+ top U.S. teams
This tournament features the best of the best. Non-shoe sponsored teams require an invitation.
SUMMER JAM FEST
• Manheim, PA
• 38 basketball courts
• 800+ NCAA coaches
• 500+ top U.S. team
Jam fest is one of the best tournaments in the entire country for both exposure and competition.Â
CROSSOVER NATIONALS
• Manalapan, NJ
• 10 basketball courts
• Invite only event
• D2 and D3 exposure
Crossover Hoops National Championship features all the tournament winners during the spring season.
U.S. JR NATIONALS
• Washington, D.C.Â
• 30 basketball courts
• 800+ NCAA coaches
• Top 100 teams
The top summer event for women’s basketball for both elite competition and exposure.
MID SUMMER BLAST
• Philadelphia, PA
• 8 basketball courts
• D2 and D3 exposure
• 250+ top U.S. teams
Features the best of the best. Non-shoe sponsored teams require an invitation.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Global Squad scrimmages some of the best club and high school teams in the area. Over the years Global Squad players have matched up with Top-10 AAU teams like Team Takeover and Team Final. Global Squad players play elite programs like the Bullis School and Reading High School. Battling future NBA players like Loni Walker and Markelle Fultz is common place.
COACHING STAFF
GLOBAL SQUAD COACHES
Global Squad has an unmatched 3 to 1 player to coach ratio. This ensures each player receives focused instruction from our elite team of coaches throughout camp.
COACHES REQUIRE ONE OF THESE FOUR PREREQUISITES:
• Coached at the NCAA level
• Played at the NCAA level
• Coached at the professional level
• Played at the professional level
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:
• USA Basketball Gold Certification
• NCAA background check
• FBI background check
Global Squad coaches come from high academic universities and elite basketball programs.
COACHES REQUIRE ONE OF THESE FOUR PREREQUISITES:
• Coached at the NCAA level
• Played at the NCAA level
• Coached at the professional level
• Played at the professional level
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:
• USA Basketball Gold Certification
• Vertimax Certification
• NCAA background check
• FBI background check
Global Squad coaches come from high academic universities and elite basketball programs.
EXPOSURE
EXPOSURE & RECRUITING
Global Squad has helped 280+ international basketball players get recruited to play NCAA basketball. Our success comes from experience and perfecting the recruiting process.
SHOWCASE EVENTS
Global Squad athletes play in the biggest exposure events of the summer, which attract hundreds of NCAA coaches and the best high school competition in the United States.
COACHES NETWORK
Global Squad has developed a reputation with U.S. coaches for having talent. Global Squad players immediately plug themselves into this extensive network of coaches.
GAME FILM
Global Squad staff record every game that athletes play in. This game film is key to building a strong recruiting profile to share with interested NCAA coaches.
SHOWCASE EVENTS
Global Squad plays in the biggest exposure events of the summer, which attract hundreds of NCAA coaches and the best high school competition in the United States.
COACHES NETWORK
Global Squad has a reputation with U.S. coaches for having talent. Our players are immediately plugged into this extensive network of coaches.
RECRUITING VIDEOS
Global Squad gives players access to hours of game footage. This is key to building a strong profile to share with interested NCAA coaches.
SCHEDULE
2024 schedule is subject to change
ARRIVAL
JUNE 27th
• Fly into Washington Dulles Int. Airport (IAD)
• Shuttle buses provided for players from IAD
• GS buses not available from other airports
• Players are also welcome to arrive by car
EVALUATIONS
JUNE 28th
• Basketball combine, athletic & skill testing
• Evaluate player strengths & weaknesses
• Baseline metrics: height, wingspan, vertical
• Players are also welcome to arrive by car
DAILY TRAINING
MONDAY – FRIDAY
• Shooting coaches are NCAA record holders
• Skills coaches are former pro players
• NBA athletic performance trainers
• Classroom sessions for bball IQ
TEAM PRACTICE
MONDAY – FRIDAY
• Practices run by USA Gold Certified Coaches
• Simulates intensity of NCAA level practices
• Competition is paramount to team success
• Prepare teams for tournament competition
BBALL CONCEPTS
MONDAY – FRIDAY
• Structured bball competitions & scenarios
• Designed to enhance performance in games
• Challenges to recognize & activate triggers
• Builds a competitive environment
TOURNAMENTS
SATURDAY – SUNDAY
• Competition against elite U.S. teams
• Players put their hard work to the test
• Tournament difficulty increases each week
• Weekly improvement is the objective
EXIT INTERVIEWS
JULY 27th
• Players receive comprehensive evaluations
• Compare & track short-term improvement
• Players given a road map for long-term
• GS coaches will continue to be a resource
DEPARTURE
JULY 28th
• Fly out of Washington Dulles Int. Airport (IAD)
• Shuttle buses provided for players to IAD
• GS buses not available to other airports
• Players are also welcome to depart by car
ARRIVAL
JUNE 29th
• Fly into Washington Dulles Int. Airport (IAD)
• Shuttle buses provided for players from IAD
• GS buses not available from other airports
• Players are also welcome to arrive by car
BBALL CONCEPTS
MONDAY – FRIDAY
• Structured bball competitions & scenarios
• Designed to enhance performance in games
• Challenges to recognize & activate triggers
• Builds a competitive environment
EVALUATIONS
JUNE 30th
• Basketball combine, athletic & skill testing
• Evaluate player strengths & weaknesses
• Baseline metrics: height, wingspan, vertical
• Compile information to establish baseline
TOURNAMENTS (TBD)
SATURDAY – SUNDAY
• Competition against elite U.S. teams
• Players put their hard work to the test
• Tournament difficulty increases each week
• Weekly improvement is the objective
DAILY TRAINING
MONDAY – FRIDAY
• Shooting station taught by NCAA record holders
• Skill development taught by former pro players
• Athletic performance taught by NBA trainers
• Classroom sessions for bball IQ & leadershipÂ
EXIT INTERVIEWS
JULY 26thÂ
• Players receive comprehensive evaluations
• Compare & track short-term improvement
• Players given a road map for long-term
• GS coaches will continue to be a resource
TEAM PRACTICE
MONDAY – FRIDAY
• Practices run by USA Gold Certified Coaches
• Simulates intensity of NCAA level practices
• Competition is paramount to team success
• Prepare teams for tournament competition
DEPARTURE
JULY 29th
• Fly out of Washington Dulles Int. Airport (IAD)
• Shuttle buses provided for players to IAD
• GS buses not available to other airports
• Players are also welcome to depart by car
PRICING
$6,500
LOCATION
Global Squad’s Summer Academy will be at Mercersburg Academy in summer of 2023.Â
Contact Us Form
John Alexander
(240) 620-9403
john@abasketballacademy.com
Available from 10am-6pm
