Our 45th Anniversary: Registration is Now Available
We are excited to return to New Providence High School and The Academy of Our Lady of Peace for our 2025 Summer Camps! All of our dates and times are listed throughout the website.
About Excel Basketball Camp
Excel Basketball Camp was founded in 1981 by Coach Frank Allocco, Sr. . Coach Allocco was a three sport New Jersey All-State athlete from New Providence High School who went on to play basketball and football at the University of Notre Dame. He then coached youth basketball for 15 years before becoming a Hall of Fame Coach at Northgate High School and De La Salle High School. His 87% winning percentage is second in California history and he is the only coach in California history to win a State Championship at a public and a private school.
Coach Allocco was recognized as the National High School Coach of the Year in 2000 and the National Catholic Coach of the Year in 2012. His national recognition includes a stint as the Head Coach of the McDonald's All-American game and the Michael Jordan All-American game in Madison Square Garden.
Despite his accomplishments, his passion is Excel. Coach Allocco's vision was to create a basketball camp that would teach the fundamentals of basketball to players from "coast to coast." Coach drew upon his experience as a youth coach, high school coach, and collegiate coach to provide a program that would teach the game of basketball and the positive values of Teamwork, Sportsmanship, and Commitment to Excellence both on and off the court. For 44 years, Excel has been a cornerstone in the hundreds of thousands of lives motivated and mentored by our passionate staff. The Camp is dedicated to the many coaches who inspired coach to be more, particularly Coach Ara Parseghian, Coach Digger Phelps, and Coach Stu Aberdeen.
Excel Basketball Camp was founded in 1981 by Coach Frank Allocco, Sr. . Coach Allocco was a three sport New Jersey All-State athlete from New Providence High School who went on to play basketball and football at the University of Notre Dame. He then coached youth basketball for 15 years before becoming a Hall of Fame Coach at Northgate High School and De La Salle High School. His 87% winning percentage is second in California history and he is the only coach in California history to win a State Championship at a public and a private school.
Coach Allocco was recognized as the National High School Coach of the Year in 2000 and the National Catholic Coach of the Year in 2012. His national recognition includes a stint as the Head Coach of the McDonald's All-American game and the Michael Jordan All-American game in Madison Square Garden.
Despite his accomplishments, his passion is Excel. Coach Allocco's vision was to create a basketball camp that would teach the fundamentals of basketball to players from "coast to coast." Coach drew upon his experience as a youth coach, high school coach, and collegiate coach to provide a program that would teach the game of basketball and the positive values of Teamwork, Sportsmanship, and Commitment to Excellence both on and off the court. For 44 years, Excel has been a cornerstone in the hundreds of thousands of lives motivated and mentored by our passionate staff. The Camp is dedicated to the many coaches who inspired coach to be more, particularly Coach Ara Parseghian, Coach Digger Phelps, and Coach Stu Aberdeen.
Click below to see and hear an overview of Excel in Basketball
To see Photos of Excel in Action, click the appropriate session for highlights:
Photos of Session 1
Photos of Session 2
Photos of Junior Camp
Photos of Ballhandling Camp
Photos of Shooting Camp
Photos of Session 1
Photos of Session 2
Photos of Junior Camp
Photos of Ballhandling Camp
Photos of Shooting Camp
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"Excel is part of my foundation as a player and as a coach, one of the most influential experiences in my life. The coaches of Excel have been like family to me since I was 10 years old! After working in the NBA for four different teams, (Lakers, Kings, Suns, and Mavericks) it’s never been more evident: Excel is the best basketball Camp in the country, run by the most passionate coaches in the world. With an emphasis on fundamentals and creating habits, Excel gives you the tools to be successful as a basketball player, and as a person.”– |
2025 Basketball Camp Schedule
Day Camps
Our popular week long day camps offer fundamentals and competitive play in a fun and challenging environment.
Monday through Friday, all skill levels are welcome.
Session 1: July 21-25 • For Boys and Girls in Grades 2-9 • 8:30-12:30 at New Providence High School
Session 2: July 28-August 1 • For Boys and Girls in Grades 2-9 • 8:30-12:30 at New Providence High School
Junior Camps
Our four day camps are a great introduction to the "excel experience." Skill development in shorter hours with junior-sized basketballs and lower hoops
July 21-24 • For Boys and Girls in Grades K-3 • 1:30-4:00 at The Academy of Our Lady of Peace in New Providence
Ballhandling/Dribbling Camp
This weekend camp provides 5 hours of instruction and supervised repetitions that enhance confidence, ballhandling, and dribbling skills. All skill levels are welcome.
July 26-27 • For Boys and Girls in Grades 3-12 • Saturday 8:30-11:00 and Sunday 1:30-4:00
Location: The Academy of Our Lady of Peace.
Shooting Camp
This two day camp teaches the correct fundamentals of shooting while providing countless supervised repetitions. Coach Allocco's BLESH technique sure to change your game!
August 4-5 • For Boys and Girls in Grades 3-12 • 8:30-11:30 at New Providence High School
You continue to set the bar higher every year with the Excel Camps. While not every player will achieve basketball greatness, your impact on having each player reach and exceed their own potential is one of the hallmarks of Excel Basketball. The lessons learned at camp and on the court easily transfer to school, work and everyday life!"
Morris County CYO Athletic Director
Coach Allocco Motivational Messages
Coach Allocco began sending videos to parents, coaches, and children across the country during the COVID Pandemic. He continues to produce these for children and their families. These "excel messages" reinforce the values taught at camp that have enriched thousands of lives in our 44 year history. Click below to access these motivational messages and understand the commitment of Excel to the children we are blessed to serve.
Click here to access more of Coach Frank Allocco's Motivational Videos
Click here to access more of Coach Frank Allocco's Motivational Videos
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