An Experience to Remember

An Experience to Remember: Hornets Hoops Camp

The free Hornets Hoops Camp presented by Wilson brought children ages 7–14 together for an opportunity to learn basketball fundamentals, try new skills, and connect with other young athletes. Through a collaboration with the Greensboro Swarm and Charlotte Hornets, participants took part in hands-on instruction covering everything from dribbling and shooting to defense and teamwork. 

For Mia, one of the biggest takeaways was the chance to connect with others. “I practice every day at the YMCA, but it really helped me socialize,” she shared. Her mother, Heather, said the experience was especially meaningful for Mia, who had previously been hesitant to try sports and worried about whether she was good enough. “This was great for herself esteem,” Heather said. “The coaches out there were phenomenal.”

For Donovan Jackson and his two sons, Enzo and Franco, the camp offered a chance to learn new skills while interacting with other children their age. The boys enjoyed practicing basketball fundamentals, including shooting, layups, and defensive movements. Donovan appreciated the opportunity to watch his sons learn from the coaches and build connections with other young athletes. “It was good for us to just be able to sit back and observe and see them interact socially with other kids and take instructions from coaches too,” he shared. 
 

By bringing the YMCA, Greensboro Swarm, and Charlotte Hornets together, the camp created an accessible opportunity for local children to experience basketball in an encouraging environment, build confidence, and enjoy being part of the game.