June 1, 2010

Students of the game

Forty five youngsters entering grades two through six were on hand for the first day of the SUCCESS IS A CHOICE Basketball Camp held Tuesday inside Cowley College’s W.S. Scott Auditorium. The camp will run through Friday from 9:30 a.m. until noon, while students entering grades seven through 12 will meet inside the arena each afternoon from 1:30-4 p.m.

The camp is being led by Cowley head men’s basketball coach Tommy DeSalme and assistant coaches Donnie Jackson and Dane Kelly. Tiger players and other area coaches will be assisting the coaches during the week.

The purpose of the camp is to teach and build upon basic fundamental skills through repetition, drills, and league competition in an atmosphere of encouragement and fellowship. During the week, campers will learn dedication, sportsmanship, and teamwork. This facilitates the development of sacrifice, pride, discipline, and respect, all of which contribute to successful athletic competition, as well as personal growth.