NORMAL — Helping to create opportunities for kids of all ages to learn and play basketball, Alabama A&M Women’s Basketball Head Coach Dawn Thornton is hosting her annual camp this weekend.

The D. Thornton Hoopz Camps and Clinic will host its fourth annual 2.0 Experience girls and boys basketball camp Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the AAMU Event Center. The camp is free and open to all ages, and lunch will be provided.

The camp welcomes players of all levels to develop their basketball skills and knowledge of the game, said Thornton, whose Bulldogs are coming off a record-setting season.

“We just made history with the most wins in program history, and that momentum comes straight from the support of this community,” Thornton said. “I’m excited to pour that same energy into the kids- giving them a fun, safe space to learn, grow and fall in love with the game.

“When I was young, opportunities like this did not always exist, so it means everything to me to be able to create that for them now.”

Participants will receive hands-on coaching, work through fundamental drills, and engage in team-building activities. The camp emphasizes skill development and basketball IQ and will include individual drill work, small sided competitions, as well as high quality instruction and skill development. 

“Through my foundation, we are making this camp open to everyone,” Thornton said. “We will focus on skills, teamwork, and building confidence.

Campers will receive a t-shirt, back-to-school supplies, giveaways, lunch, and a commemorative photo.

Registration and more information can be found here.