The Elite Basketball Camp (Boys & Girls) in Portsmouth

Who: Boys and Girls in Grades 3-9 (entering in the fall) | Players will be separated by age and ability

When: July 20 – July 24 | 9am - 12pm

Where: Portsmouth Abbey School, 125 Corys Lane, Portsmouth, RI

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Camp Curriculum

Welcome to the 2nd Annual Elite Boys & Girls Basketball Camp in Portsmouth—a high-level training experience for experienced players entering grades 3–9. This camp brings together motivated athletes who are ready to elevate their game in a competitive, structured environment alongside other talented players.

Led by experienced coaches with decades of playing and coaching experience, the Elite Camp focuses on advanced basketball concepts, skill development, and game application to help players take the next step in their development.

Offensive Development

Screening Techniques
Learn how to properly set, read, and use screens against man-to-man defenses to create scoring opportunities for yourself and teammates.
Transition Offense
Emphasis on fast breaks and secondary break execution to capitalize on scoring opportunities before the defense is set.
Advanced Finishing
Players will develop a variety of finishing moves and shots to score effectively in traffic and against physical defenders.
Offensive Rebounding
Techniques to pursue the ball, create second-chance points, and maintain offensive possessions.

Defensive Development

Screen Defense
Learn how to defend ball screens, back screens, and down screens to disrupt offensive flow.
Help Defense Concepts
Teaching the importance of positioning, communication, and the “help the helper” mentality.
Closeouts & Shot Contests
Proper closeout techniques and disciplined shot-contesting to reduce opponents’ shooting efficiency.
Defensive Rebounding
Fundamentals of boxing out and securing rebounds to limit second-chance opportunities.

Competition & Skill Application

In addition to advanced individual skill work, including ball handling, passing under pressure, and shooting on the move, players will compete daily in structured games of:

1-on-1
3-on-3
5-on-5

These competitive settings allow players to apply skills in real game situations while building confidence, toughness, and basketball IQ.

Coaches

Sean Casey

Owner/Director

Sean is the Head Boys Varsity Basketball Coach at Portsmouth High School. and the Owner of Higher Learning Basketball and HL Sports, where he leads the development of youth basketball programs and guides student-athletes through the college recruitment process. As an owner, he oversees strategic planning, program development, and operations, ensuring that athletes receive high-quality training, mentorship, and recruiting support. He is deeply involved in curriculum design, staff development, and fostering relationships with college coaches to help players maximize their opportunities at the next level.

Sean began his coaching career as an assistant men’s basketball coach at Tufts University in 1995. In 1998, at just 27 years old, he became the head men’s basketball coach at Curry College, making him one of the youngest head coaches in the country. In 2003, he was appointed athletic director and boys’ basketball coach at George School, a day and boarding school in Newtown, PA.

With over 30 years of experience directing camps in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania, Sean has been instrumental in developing young athletes. Additionally, he served as president of the Portsmouth Youth Basketball Board and has coached multiple competitive travel teams for over two decades.

Ryan Wood

Camp Director

Ryan has been the Girls’ Varsity basketball coach at Portsmouth Abbey School since 2023. Previously, Coach Wood was the Boys’ Junior varsity head coach at Portsmouth Abbey School from 2018-2023. Coach Wood prides himself on simplifying the game and motivating his players to give 100%. He is also involved at the youth level, where he often volunteers as a coach for his daughters’ teams and clinics.

Price

$235 (includes a dri-fit shirt)

Questions?

Contact Sean Casey at [email protected].