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Summer 2025
Youth Basketball Camp At Center Court Sports Complex

The Youth Ball Handling and Scoring Skills Basketball Camp In Waukesha, Wisconsin

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815 Northview Rd. Waukesha, WI 53188

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🏀 Ball Handling and Scoring Skills

Jun 17 - Jun 19, 2025

Boys & Girls | 3rd-8th Grade

Camp will run Tuesday-Thursday Camp Details

Boys & Girls | 3rd-8th Grade

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Group of young athletes playing basketball in a gym during a training session
Group of young athletes playing basketball in a gym during a training session

Camp Introduction

Have fun and rapidly improve your skills at this youth basketball camp in Waukesha, Wisconsin at Center Court Sports Complex.

This 2025 summer basketball camp focuses on developing better scoring moves, ball handling, and playmaking ability!

At these basketball camps, you improve your scoring, ball handling, shooting, passing, athleticism, footwork, decision-making, and 1 on 1 moves to take your game to the next level! These basketball camps are for boys and girls in grades 3 to 8.

Player benefits

You will improve your shooting, ball handling, passing, athleticism, footwork, decision-making, and 1 on 1 moves to take your game to the next level.

At this basketball camp you will learn:
Orange Check Explosive dribble moves that make you hard to guard.
Orange Check Highly effective scoring moves that work at any level.
Orange Check Game like shooting drills to drive up your shooting percentage.
Orange Check How to create 2-3 feet of separation from any defender for better scoring opportunities.
Orange Check The best hand-eye coordination and ball handling drills that will accelerate your feel for the basketball. These drills will make dribbling during game situations feel easy.
Orange Check How to develop an explosive first step. The secrets behind the proper shin angle, head position, shoulder position, and hip position.
Orange Check Critical components of basketball IQ required to become a great offensive player from an individual and team aspect.
Orange Check How the top pros create advantages which allow them to make plays for themselves and their teammates.
Orange Check The most efficient scoring moves around the basket that helps you finish against any defender.
Focused young girl practicing basketball dribbling drills in a gym

6 Key Skills Covered at Camp

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Ball Handling

Skill #1

  • Stationary ball handling routine that improves rhythm, feel, and coordination with the basketball.
  • Live ball moves to help you blow by the defense at will. You will learn how to shift (or setup) the defender with your body and feet.
  • Critical progressions to ensure that your dribble moves are effective and explosive.
  • How to stay in attack mode, dictate the tempo, and control the defense.
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Shooting

Skill #2

  • How to position your feet and align your body to increase the chance of shooting the ball straight.
  • A form shooting routine that almost every great shooter has utilized that can be done at home.
  • Proper footwork and how to develop a quick release.
  • How to shoot game shots from game spots at game speeds.
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Finishing

Skill #3

  • Finishing techniques used to reduce turnovers , finish over larger players in the paint, and make more shots.
  • How to finish through contact.
  • Critical progressions to ensure that your dribble moves are effective and explosive.
  • 1 on 1 finishing drills that ingrain good habits while competing in a fun way.
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Offense

Skill #4

  • How to cut and get open. You will learn v-cuts, basket cuts, l-cuts, backdoor cuts, and more.
  • Attacking down screens, back screens, and more.
  • How to score and make plays using ball screens. Learn how to run defenders into screens and make lightning quick decisions..
  • How to use dribble hand off actions to attack the defense and put them in a constant disadvantage.
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Footwork

Skill #5

  • How to use your feet to gain a better position to score from almost anywhere on the floor.
  • Utilize front pivots, reverse pivots, step throughs, sweeps, drop steps, and hops to make you an elite player.
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Passing

Skill #6

  • Improve hand eye-coordination and passing skills that make players like Chris Paul one of the best playmakers in the game.
  • Competitive passing drills to develop game-like passing with head and pass fakes.
  • How to be strong and pass out of double teams and traps.

Coach Profile

Dan Sowu

Coach Dan Sowu

Founder & Director of Elite Sports Life

Coach Dan Sowu

Founder & Director of Elite Sports Life

Founder, Elite Sports Life TrainingFounder, Elite Sports Life Training
4 Seasons Professional Basketball4 Seasons Professional Basketball
Director, Five-Star Camps 2012-17Director, Five-Star Camps 2012-17

About Coach Sowu

Dan Sowu, a Chicago native, is the founder/director of Elite Sports Life, a training & consulting organization that serves athletes, coaches, & sport professionals. Sowu has developed & mentored numerous athletes who went on to play collegiately and professionally since 2008
Sowu played at Butler University & Bemidji State University (‘07) where he earned his B.S. in Digital Media. He went on to play four seasons professionally in Latin America (LNBP) & the US (PBL, IBA, ABA)
His coaching experience includes being head varsity coach & special education teacher at Epic Academy in Chicago. He recently served as an assistant coach and recruiting coordinator for Stephens College in Columbia, MO. He also was an assistant for North Central College (NCAA D3)
Young boys playing basketball in a gym, practicing dribbling and defense during a training session while a coach observe in the background

Basketball Camp Details

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When:

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 - 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 - 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Thursday, June 19, 2025 - 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

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Where:

Center Court Sports Complex

815 Northview Rd.

Waukesha, WI 53188

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Age group:

Boys and Girls - 3rd Grade to 8th Grade

Players will be grouped based on grade and gender to start during the individual skill work drills.

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Player Limit:

Each session is limited to 50 players to ensure a high number of repetitions and improvement

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Price:

$245

Customer Reviews

Average Rating

5
5 Stars

Emile Titone Korpinen

4 months ago
5 Stars

This was really a great basketball camp filled with information and new skills taught by a great coaching staff with lots of experience. The only thing I'll talk about is the length of this camp! I needed more of it.

Donald L

6 days ago
5 Stars

I think the camp was very well run. The coaches kept good control of the kids while keeping them focused on the drills they needed to learn. Everything was well structured and the ratio of kids to coaches was good. They also kept the kids moving and going with minimal breaks to really maximize their time in the drills.

2yomimi

5 months ago
5 Stars

In three days the improvement he showed was outstanding. He feels much more confident in his skills. It was a very positive and enjoyable experience. We will definitely be doing these camps in the future.

Keirsta Storm

11/24/2023 at 11:03 AM
5 Stars

My son had a blast! He said he learned a bunch of fun, new skills and that camp was way better than practices! Kudos

Aimee Beard

5 months ago
5 Stars

I would give Breakthrough more than 5 stars if it was an option. I continue to be thoroughly impressed with this program and the coaches that lead the camps. No wasted time and they maximize reps at every opportunity. Far superior to any other camps we've attended. Well done, Breakthrough!

Becky Vinberg

5 months ago
5 Stars

My son has attended the Breakthrough Basketball Camp for 3 years in a row. This is by far some of the best training he has received. Not only the basketball training, but the classroom and life skills training portion have helped him grow leaps and bounds.

Allison Street

4 months ago
5 Stars

My son loved the camp and learned so much. He is a different kid on the court.

Michelle Howarth

2 months ago
5 Stars

My son has been to 2 camps and learned a lot each time. Lessons were taught in a positive manner and kids were busy practicing throughout the whole day! The Coach also talked to players about positive life skills (practicing gratitude, etc). Skills were taught to not only foster better basketball players, but also better humans! We will definitely be back! Very much well worth the money!

Nate Riensche

4 months ago
5 Stars

Overnight camp at UW was excellent. Our son learned a lot, really liked the coaches and the instruction they provided, and had a great time staying on campus.

Holly Schultze

4 months ago
5 Stars

My child came home every day saying she loved the camp. She loves basketball and has gone to several camps and this one seems to be a favorite. She's also worn out so I know she's been pushed hard all day.

Sarah Kay Pekson

4 months ago
5 Stars

My son enjoyed his time doing this basketball camp. He met new people and learned a lot about ball handling and shooting skills. The coaches were very knowledgeable, good and friendly.

heidy toyne

3 months ago
5 Stars

I enrolled my daughter in the Breakthrough Basketball Camp in CO, and I couldn't be happier with her experience. She thoroughly enjoyed the camp, which focused on basketball shooting techniques, accountability, and effort. The coaches were knowledgeable and supportive, creating a positive environment that encouraged improvement and teamwork. My daughter left the camp feeling more confident in her skills and excited about basketball. I highly recommend this camp for any young athlete looking to enhance their shooting abilities while fostering a strong work ethic.

J S

5 days ago
5 Stars

My child has attended these camps multiple times, and each experience has been exceptional. These skill camps are fantastic. The coaches are excellent with the kids, helping them to truly grasp the fundamentals. Highly recommended!

Allison Street

4 months ago
5 Stars

My son loved the camp and learned so much. He is a different kid on the court.

J S

5 days ago
5 Stars

My child has attended these camps multiple times, and each experience has been exceptional. These skill camps are fantastic. The coaches are excellent with the kids, helping them to truly grasp the fundamentals. Highly recommended!

Keirsta Storm

11/24/2023 at 11:03 AM
5 Stars

My son had a blast! He said he learned a bunch of fun, new skills and that camp was way better than practices! Kudos

Emile Titone Korpinen

4 months ago
5 Stars

This was really a great basketball camp filled with information and new skills taught by a great coaching staff with lots of experience. The only thing I'll talk about is the length of this camp! I needed more of it.

Donald L

6 days ago
5 Stars

I think the camp was very well run. The coaches kept good control of the kids while keeping them focused on the drills they needed to learn. Everything was well structured and the ratio of kids to coaches was good. They also kept the kids moving and going with minimal breaks to really maximize their time in the drills.

2yomimi

5 months ago
5 Stars

In three days the improvement he showed was outstanding. He feels much more confident in his skills. It was a very positive and enjoyable experience. We will definitely be doing these camps in the future.

Aimee Beard

5 months ago
5 Stars

I would give Breakthrough more than 5 stars if it was an option. I continue to be thoroughly impressed with this program and the coaches that lead the camps. No wasted time and they maximize reps at every opportunity. Far superior to any other camps we've attended. Well done, Breakthrough!

Becky Vinberg

5 months ago
5 Stars

My son has attended the Breakthrough Basketball Camp for 3 years in a row. This is by far some of the best training he has received. Not only the basketball training, but the classroom and life skills training portion have helped him grow leaps and bounds.

Michelle Howarth

2 months ago
5 Stars

My son has been to 2 camps and learned a lot each time. Lessons were taught in a positive manner and kids were busy practicing throughout the whole day! The Coach also talked to players about positive life skills (practicing gratitude, etc). Skills were taught to not only foster better basketball players, but also better humans! We will definitely be back! Very much well worth the money!

Nate Riensche

4 months ago
5 Stars

Overnight camp at UW was excellent. Our son learned a lot, really liked the coaches and the instruction they provided, and had a great time staying on campus.

Holly Schultze

4 months ago
5 Stars

My child came home every day saying she loved the camp. She loves basketball and has gone to several camps and this one seems to be a favorite. She's also worn out so I know she's been pushed hard all day.

Sarah Kay Pekson

4 months ago
5 Stars

My son enjoyed his time doing this basketball camp. He met new people and learned a lot about ball handling and shooting skills. The coaches were very knowledgeable, good and friendly.

heidy toyne

3 months ago
5 Stars

I enrolled my daughter in the Breakthrough Basketball Camp in CO, and I couldn't be happier with her experience. She thoroughly enjoyed the camp, which focused on basketball shooting techniques, accountability, and effort. The coaches were knowledgeable and supportive, creating a positive environment that encouraged improvement and teamwork. My daughter left the camp feeling more confident in her skills and excited about basketball. I highly recommend this camp for any young athlete looking to enhance their shooting abilities while fostering a strong work ethic.

Allison Street

4 months ago
5 Stars

My son loved the camp and learned so much. He is a different kid on the court.

J S

5 days ago
5 Stars

My child has attended these camps multiple times, and each experience has been exceptional. These skill camps are fantastic. The coaches are excellent with the kids, helping them to truly grasp the fundamentals. Highly recommended!

Keirsta Storm

11/24/2023 at 11:03 AM
5 Stars

My son had a blast! He said he learned a bunch of fun, new skills and that camp was way better than practices! Kudos

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OBSERVING COACHES

Coaches can attend for free by working the basketball camp. Email us with your coaching/playing experience if you're interested in helping with the basketball camp.

Otherwise there is a $97 fee to attend as an "observing coach". You will get to learn new drills and techniques from Isaiah Williams, just like all the players and other coaches in attendance. Visit this link to reserve your spot as an observing coach.

This fee is not necessary for parents or individuals of paid campers.

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