The St. Lawrence University's boys basketball camp is designed to provide younger basketball athletes with an opportunity to learn, share and prepare for their upcoming season. 
June 25 - June 29, 2017.

The boys basketball camp features:

* Individual Improvement - Serious players will be able to receive one-on-one instruction from camp staff.  Individual programs can be developed to allow the elite player to improve their game.

Meals- All meals will be prepared and served by the University dining services and include an All-you-can-eat buffet. Campers will also be able to purchase items at the concession stand.

Accommodations- All lodging will be in a University dormitory and there will be 24 hour supervision by camp staff and University security.

Cost - $350 per player overnight / $250 per team commuter

Facilities

Basketball Courts- Climate controlled Newell Field House has four full-sized courts and eight outdoor courts are available around the athletic complex. There are five full sized outdoor courts and campers will have access to the Burkman Gymnasium, home of the Saints men's basketball team.

Swimming pool- An indoor swimming pool is available to all campers. Certified lifeguards are on site at all times.

Weight Training Room- St. Lawrence has a brand new state-of-the-art weight training facility that is available to all campers. Elite athletes are sure to take advantage of the expertise of the Saints strength and conditioning coach to establish a personalized program.

Games Room- Includes a variety of arcade games as well as pool tables. The game room also has many tables to allow the campers to enjoy a snack form the concession and socialize with other campers.

Meet the Coach: Chris Downs, Head Men's Basketball Coach at St. Lawrence University

Coach Downs has taken St. Lawrence to 12 post season appearances including an NCAA Elite Eight, an NCAA Sweet 16 and an ECAC Championship along with mulitple Liberty League Tournaments. Downs has been named NABC East Region, New York State and Liberty League Coach of the Year during his tenure with the Saints.

The Liberty League and Northeast Regional Coach of the Year as a rookie head coach in 1997-98, he led his Saints to the best season in SLU history with a 24-2 overall record and a spot in the NCAA Tournament. Downs has guided St. Lawrence to two NCAA Tournament appearances where they advanced to the "Sweet 16" in 2009, and earned an at-large bid in 2017.

A former Athlete of the Year, Downs received a bachelor's in elementary education from Oneonta State. Coach Downs has also worked at Division II LeMoyne College and Potsdam State.