NEO men's baketball hosts summer youth camp

MIAMI, Ok. -- NEO men's basketball hosts its 2024 youth camp this week.

"Everything is a two-way street with us -- with our players and the community," NEO assistant coach Blake Mills says. "We want the community to support us so we'll do our best to support them... For most of our games, the stands are filled, so we want to do our part to help [the community] out."

Below is a portion of the press release from NEO Athletics detailing the event.

Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College (NEO A&M) Men's Basketball Team proudly announces its upcoming Youth Basketball Camp, scheduled from July 1st to July 3rd at the NEO Field House on campus. This intensive camp, running daily from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, presents a unique opportunity for local youth to learn directly from the distinguished coaches of the NEO A&M Men's Basketball program.

Head Coach Jeremy Jackson, known for his role in developing NBA talent, including former NEO player Jonathan Mogbo now with the Toronto Raptors, alongside Assistant Coach Blake Mills, will lead the camp. Participants will receive expert instruction focused on fundamental basketball skills such as shooting techniques, ball handling, defensive strategies, and game tactics.

"Our goal is not only to enhance their basketball skills but also to inspire a passion for the game and instill values that promote success on and off the court," said Coach Jackson.

The camp is divided into two sessions:

• Morning Session: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm for ages 6-11

• Afternoon Session: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm for ages 12-16

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