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The whole 2025 AOA camp, hundreds of campers in orange, gathered in the stand at Noble Court

Our cornerstone program · Sango Ota, every April

Annual Basketball Camp

Each year, children who show both need and a desire to learn come together in Sango Ota for a free camp with professional coaches, mentors and educators, in a safe and supportive environment.
Annual camps hosted
7
2019 – 2026 (no camp in 2020)
Children attended camp
1,152+
2019 – 2026 (7 camps)
Campers at the 2026 camp
202
7th camp, April 2026
Coaches at each camp
25
2025 and 2026 camps

What every camper receives

  • Proper equipment

    Every child receives properly fitting jerseys, shorts, socks and tennis shoes, so they're ready to play and focus on learning.

  • Safe facilities

    Charitable donations maintain and improve the courts, including Noble Court, so they stay safe and fully operational.

  • Meals & drinks

    Nutritious meals and drinks keep campers going throughout the camp.

  • Coaching & mentoring

    Professional coaches, teachers and mentors lead drills, scrimmages and competitions that build skill, confidence and discipline.

More than a camp, a community festival

With live music, entertainment and even a free barber on site, camp week brings the whole community together. Campers also hear talks on life skills, including the founder's 'three Rs': responsible, respectful and resourceful.

In pictures