Middleton Fundamentals Basketball Camp Ends with Awards Ceremony
Middleton High School presented awards to campers at the Middleton 10-Day Fundamentals Basketball Camp awards ceremony, which was held on Tuesday, May 9, 2023. More than 50 students participated in the annual camp, which was held over the course of five weeks.
In the past, MHS head basketball Coach James Burkley has held several basketball camps, but this year was the first one where campers met weekly to hone their basketball skills. Campers included students ages seven to 14.
“Students were taught basketball fundamentals,” said Coach Burkley, who also shared some of the benefits of the camp. “We have great coaches who help the students with developing skills for the game, as well as building teamwork with the other campers.”
Other basketball coaches who assisted during the campers included: Eric Berry, Apprecia Geanes, Gabriel Jones, Linda McKinnie, Tylandris Parks, Lynn Price, Jerry Robinson, Jordan Stewart, Treka Tate, Monterrio Williams, Charles Woods, and Janiya Woody.
During the awards ceremony, campers who stood out in several different basketball skill areas were recognized. Those campers included:
Best Free Throw Female, 11-14 yr.: Olivia Geanes
Best Female Camper 11-14 yr.: Jo’Niya Gunn
Best Male Camper 11-14 yr.: Tyler Perry ()
Most Improved Female 11-14 yr.: Markita Perry
Best Free Throw Male 11-14 yr.: Kaden Phinnessee
Overall Sportsmanship Award Male: Ky’mani Harry
Most Improved Male 7-10 yr.: Isaiah Woods
Most Improved Male 11-14 yr.: Allen Williams
Best Female Camper 7-10 yr.: Meleah Williams
Most Improved Female 7-10 yr.: Jagger Scott
Overall Sportsmanship Award Female: Tori Kirk
Best Male Camper 7-10 yr.: Brayden Thaxton
Free Throw Winner 7-10 yr.: Brayden Thaxton
Several businesses from across the county sponsored the camp that resulted in its success.
“I would like to thank the parents, kids, and coaches of the fundamental camp,” said Coach Burkley. “Special thanks go out to the sponsors of the camp that include Anew Family Medical, CB&S Bank, Centennial Bank of Middleton, Dixie Funeral Home, FL Crane, Hyman Tire, JP Shelly & Sons, S&E Designs, Shackleford Funeral Home of Bolivar, and Vaughn Oil. You are always great when called upon. The camp was very successful. Middleton High School is so grateful for what you do. Thank you so much!”
Pictures courtesy of Middleton High School Media Department.
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