Lake Norcentra Basketball Camp
LNBC ELITE: Elevate Your Game
Designed for boys and girls ages 10 and up
Ready to take your basketball skills to the next level? Introducing LNBC Elite, a premier training experience led by Coach Klint Pleasant, head coach at RCU and co-director of LNBC. Coach Pleasant brings over 25 years of college coaching experience, including several years at the NCAA D1 level. LNBC Elite is designed for players looking to advance their game and/or tune-up for upcoming team tryouts. And, as always, have fun!
Coach Pleasant has multiple coach of the year awards and has amassed over 300 college wins placing him in the top 25 of active NAIA coaches; as well as being named one of the most influential basketball coaches in the NAIA. Come try out LNBC Elite, taught by college coaches, and further develop your skills!
LNBC Elite Fall
When: Held over two days – Fri, Nov 1: 6-9 pm & Sat, Nov 2: 9 am-noon
Who: Boys & Girls ages 10 and up.
Cost: $150
Where: Garth Pleasant Arena on the campus of Rochester Christian University
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LNBC Elite Winter
When: Held over two days – Sat., Feb. 1: 9 am-Noon & Sun., Feb. 2: 2 pm-5 pm
Who: Boys & Girls ages 10 and up.
Cost: $150
Where: Garth Pleasant Arena on the campus of Rochester Christian University
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LNBC ELITE TRAINING SESSIONS
Looking for even more personalized training? We’re also offering exclusive LNBC Elite Training Sessions in October, November, and December. With small groups of up to 6 players per session, these 50-minute slots are designed for focused, one-on-one attention to help you perfect your technique and sharpen your game.
RSVP below to a time that fits your schedule. Once you’ve RSVP, you will receive a confirmation with the payment details for Venmo. Details will be in your confirmation email.
Cost: $40/session
Who: Boys & Girls ages 10 and up.
Where: Garth Pleasant Arena on the campus of Rochester Christian University
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- Oct 27:
- Nov 10:
- Nov 17:
- Dec 1:
- Dec 8:
SUMMER 2025 LNBC
Over the past 45 years, thousands of local youngsters have participated in the Lake Norcentra Basketball Camp. Coach Garth Pleasant’s camp goes beyond teaching basketball fundamentals. With a focus on attitude, respect, and giving your best effort, Coach Pleasant instills valuable life lessons not just on the court but also in the classroom and at home. Many young individuals and parents have benefited from these teachings. Don’t miss Coach’s concluding talk on Friday afternoon; it promises to be a highlight of the camp.
- Please see the pick-up/drop-off map for the location of each court: RochesterU.edu/LNBCMap
REGISTRATION OPENS IN JANUARY
- Week 1: June 16-20
- Week 2: June 23-27
- LNBC Elite Summer: June 30, 9am-Noon & July 1, 9am-Noon
- Week 3: July 7-11
- Week 4: July 14-18
- Week 5: July 21-25
- Week 6: July 28-Aug. 1
Camp Information
Who: LNBC is designed for girls and boys ages 6 to 16.
Where: Campus of Rochester Christian University in Rochester Hills, Michigan.
When: Six weeks are held each summer.
Days/Times: Camp runs Monday through Friday. There is an orientation session for campers and parents at 9 a.m. Monday morning. This typically lasts about 30 minutes then campers are assigned to their teams. Check-in opens prior to the orientation session.
2024 Cost: $230
Teams: On the registration form, campers can indicate friends they would like to be on a team with. We make every effort to accommodate these requests. We will work with your camper during Monday’s registration to make sure they are placed with their friends.
What to bring?
Attire: Comfortable gym attire, weather-appropriate
Shoes: Comfortable athletic shoes
Water: Water jug/bottle. Please make sure your child’s name is clearly indicated on the bottle.
Lunch and/or money: Campers may pack their own lunch or buy a slice of pizza for $2 per slice. Cans of pop are available for $1 each. A variety of snacks and candy will be available for purchase.
NO Basketballs: There is no need to bring a basketball. Basketballs of appropriate size will be provided to each team.
Sun & Heat: We encourage campers to wear sunscreen and have sunscreen available at each outdoor court. During hot summer days, we will rotate teams often so they can cool off in the shade and/or air conditioning.
Features & Advantages of LNBC
- Free camp shirt
- Motivational materials
- Written individual analysis of each camper
- Indoor/outdoor courts
- 12-1 counselor/camper ratio
- Clinics with films
- Daily games
- Certificates and ribbons
- Camp notebook
- Concessions available – (drinks, pizza, candy)
- Counselor 3-point contest
- Awards assembly
Daily Schedule
- Fundamentals
- Motivation & Goal Setting
- Attitude
- Team Concept
- Body Balance
- Ball Handling Skills
- Dribbling
- Passing and Receiving
- Defensive Concepts
- Offensive Moves
- Shooting Techniques
- Rebounding Techniques
- Daily Games
- Total Player Development
LNBC CANCELLATION/ REFUND POLICY:
All refund requests must be done in writing by e-mailing lakenorcentrabasketballcamp@gmail.com. In the subject line please write “REFUND – Camper’s Name” Camp fees will be refunded, less $20 administration fee PLUS any Eventbee processing fees. Questions: Contact John Pleasant at lakenorcentrabasketballcamp@gmail.com