Frequently Asked Questions

General Camp Information

Phone:   (610) 519-8738
E-mail:   basketballcamps@villanova.edu
Fax:   (610) 519-7915 
Website:   www.villanovabasketballcamps.com
Mailing Address: Villanova Basketball Camps – P.O. Box 159 – Villanova, PA  19085
 
What camp is best suited for my son?
We welcome players of all ability levels at our camps. Once in camp, each camper will be personally evaluated and placed into a group with other players of similar age and abilities.

How do I register?
• Campers can register online at www.villanovabasketballcamps.com.
*We strongly encourage campers to register online. It is the best way to secure a spot in camp and provides
instant confirmation. Registrants can pay with credit card or check. *

• If campers prefer to register via mail, they may download a copy of our brochure on our website. Please send all completed applications and payments to: Villanova Basketball Camps – P.O. Box 159 – Villanova, PA  19085

WE DO NOT RESERVE SPOTS OVER THE PHONE. APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA FAX WILL NOT BE PROCESSED UNTIL PAYMENT (MINIMUM DEPOSIT) IS RECEIVED.

Is there a registration deadline?
Although there is not a set registration deadline, we encourage everyone to register as early as possible. ENROLLMENT IS LIMITED AND AVAILABLE ON A FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS. In the past, camps have sold out by March 1.

Is there an overtime session (3 – 5 p.m.) offered for Day Camp?
No. There are other activities scheduled in the basketball facilities that prevent us from providing an overtime session.

Do I have to pay in full or can I submit a deposit? 
To secure your son’s spot in camp, we require a minimum $200 deposit. All balances are due by the first day of camp.

Will I receive a confirmation letter to verify the status of my son’s application?
Yes. All campers will receive a confirmation letter. This letter will contain all of the necessary information needed for camp, including directions, registration/dismissal times, and packing lists. Confirmation letters will be e-mailed once the camper’s application has been processed. If a camper does not have an e-mail address, the confirmation letter will be mailed.

What medical forms are required?
The Camper Health Record form must be submitted prior to participating in camp activities. This form is attached to the confirmation e-mail and can be downloaded from www.villanovabasketballcamps.com. Camper Health Record forms may be mailed (Villanova Basketball Camps, P.O. Box 159, Villanova, PA 19085), faxed (610-519-7915), or turned in on the first day of camp at registration.

We do not require a copy of the camper’s physical examination; however, a camper must disclose the date of his last physical examination and any medical conditions that would make his participation in camp a risk on the Camper Health Record form. A valid physical examination for the 2010 Villanova Boys Basketball Camps must be dated July 1, 2008 or after. There will be trainers available at registration should you have any conditions or concerns you would like to address with our medical staff.

What is your refund/cancellation policy?
There is a $30 cancellation fee for any application withdrawn up until 8 days prior to the start of camp. If an application is withdrawn less than 8 days prior to the start of camp, a refund will be issued for half of the amount paid. No refund will be issued after the stat of camp. A letter must accompany all refund requests.

What is your dismissal policy?
The directors reserve the right to send home, at the parents' expense, any camper or group of campers whose behavior is deemed disruptive to the best interest of the camp community, with no refund of tuition. All campers must abide by the rules of Villanova Basketball Camps.

How do I obtain a receipt?
Receipts will be provided upon request. Please e-mail basketballcamps@villanova.edu or call 610-519-8738.

What time is registration?

 For Day Camp-Session 1:
- Registration will begin at 8 a.m. on Monday, June 21 in Jake Nevin Field House.
- Campers will report to the Pavilion by 9 a.m. for attendance.

 For Day Camp-Session 2:
- Registration will begin at 8 a.m. on Monday, June 28 in Jake Nevin Field House.
- Campers will report to the Pavilion by 9 a.m. for attendance.

 For Day Camp-Session 3:
- Registration will begin at 8 a.m. on Monday, July 5 in Jake Nevin Field House.
- Campers will report to the Pavilion by 9 a.m. for attendance.

All medical documents and outstanding balances are due at registration. If you wish to submit the medical documents prior to registration, you may fax them to (610) 519-7915 or mail them to Villanova Basketball Camps, P.O. Box 159, Villanova, PA 19085.

What time is dismissal?

 For Day Camp-Session 1:
- Daily dismissal will be at 3 p.m.
- Parents/guardians will be asked to pick up campers in the Pavilion.
- On the last day of camp (Friday, June 25), parents/guardians are invited to attend an awards ceremony in the Pavilion at 2 p.m.

 For Day Camp-Session 2:
- Daily dismissal will be at 3 p.m.
- Parents/guardians will be asked to pick up campers in the Pavilion.
- On the last day of camp (Friday, July 2), parents/guardians are invited to attend an awards ceremony in the Pavilion at 2 p.m.

 For Day Camp-Session 3:
- Daily dismissal will be at 3 p.m.
- Parents/guardians will be asked to pick up campers in the Pavilion.
- On the last day of camp (Thursday, July 8), parents/guardians are invited to attend an awards ceremony in the Pavilion at 2 p.m.

Who will be coaching my son?
Our staff is highly qualified and motivated to help each camper have a rewarding and enriching camp experience. Every year we bring in a staff of talented coaches and instructors who come from basketball backgrounds in the high school and/or collegiate level. Members of the Villanova Men’s Basketball staff will be available at all times to assist with the direction and supervision of the camp.

What role do the Villanova coaches and players have in the camp?
While the Villanova coaches and players will be present and accessible, they will not be coaching individual teams. Day Camp participants will have an opportunity to further engage with the team during a special autograph session.

Can I request that my son and his friend be on the same team?
Yes, but we do not guarantee that your son and his friend(s) will be on the same team. (There is a space designated for teammate requests on the application.) For the benefit of all campers, our coaches organize the teams so that they are evenly competitive.

Is there medical staff on call?
There will be certified athletic trainers on call 24 hours a day. The trainers will administer all medications to athletes. At registration, please visit the Trainer’s Table and provide written instructions of how to administer any medication your child should need while at camp.

How do I get in touch with a camper if there is an emergency?
For all emergencies, please call the camp office at 610-519-8783 or the men’s basketball office at 610-519-4140. 

Are meals provided?
Lunch is provided. Generally, lunch will be divided into three groups between 11:45 a.m. and 1 p.m.   All meals will be served in Villanova’s on-campus dining facilities.

 
Is there a place where my son can purchase beverages and snacks?
There will be snacks, beverages, and Villanova gear available at the Camp Canteen. (Gatorade stations will also be set up throughout various areas of the camp.) The Canteen, located in the lobby of the Pavilion, will be open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

What is the Camp Bank?
For your convenience and safekeeping, a Camp Bank is available in conjunction with the Camp Canteen. At registration, each camper may deposit money in the Bank to be used throughout the week. Any remaining balance in the account must be collected at the Canteen on the last day.

Will there be Villanova merchandise available to purchase?
All Villanova Basketball Camp participants receive a Villanova Basketball Camp t-shirt. In addition, Villanova prizes and awards will be given out at each session for outstanding play, sportsmanship, and improvement. If you are interested in purchasing Villanova merchandise, the Camp Canteen sells basketball shorts, t-shirts, dri-fits, baseball caps, mini basketballs, backpacks, headbands, and wristbands.

What should my son bring to camp?
**We strongly discourage campers from carrying money or other valuables (i.e. cell phone, iPods, etc.). **

 - Water bottle (labeled with name)
- Extra t-shirt (optional)

 
Villanova Basketball Camps are open to any and all entrants (limitied only by number, age, grade level and/or gender).