44th Year of Excel in Basketball 

Excel in Basketball is excited to return to New Providence for our 44th Anniversary Year.
​Come join the tradition and learn the game while having an unforgettable experience!

About Excel Basketball Camp


Excel Basketball Camp was founded in 1981 by Coach Frank Allocco, Sr. . 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 43 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.

2024 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 22-26 • For Boys and Girls in Grades 2-9 • 8:30-12:30
Session 2: July 29-August 2nd • For Boys and Girls in Grades 2-9 • 8:30-12:30

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 22-25 • For Boys and Girls in Grades K-3 • Time: 2:00-5:00

​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 27-28 • For Boys and Girls in Grades 3-12 • Saturday 8:30-11:00 and Sunday 2:00-4:30

​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 5-6 • For Boys and Girls in Grades 3-12 • Time: 8:30-11:30
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 43 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
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 three different teams, 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.”– Greg St. Jean: Assistant Coach, Dallas Mavericks

"Changing the world, one player at a time."