Testimonials

UBC has been a part of our family’s life for many years,beginning when my husband was a camper many years ago. Our son was very sad to see his years at UBC end but overjoyed to stay a part of it when he became a Gopher. Our daughter attends as well. Both our kids say their time at UBC is the best time they have all summer. They have grown in the sport, made many friends and always have fun.

–Joann Marotta Nellis

This is Donovan’s first experience at UBC and he comes home nonstop talking about his day. He loves it. They change up the days and even give the kids individual attention. Very well organized and well worth the cost. The coaches are enthusiastic and patient with the boys. I don’t even have to wake him up in the morning.

– Jeannie Cullen Gioia

We feel so lucky to have found UBC for all three of our children. Coach Gela & Coach Greg make UBC our 2nd home and they take such wonderful care of our children. Their community outreach goes above and beyond and that just shows you what a wonderful, caring, and family-oriented program this is.

– Cathy Ma Chu

My daughter Ashley has been going to UBC for 4 years she has loved it since the first day she went. I couldn’t say enough about Gela and all of her staff. Yesterday as we left camp and were driving home ashley turned to me and said mom next year I will be going into NCAA and only have 3 years left of UBC. I will be so sad when I am one of those girls that have to say goodbye. UBC has left a place in all our hearts.

–Keri O’Brien Marrocco

This was my son Ryan’s first year attending UBC. We will definitely be back next. Very organized. Great staff. He had a blast and learned a lot. I wish you offered weeks in August.

– Debbie Yosco Danziger

This was my daughter’s first year at UBC and lets just say there were plenty of tears when the week was over…next year I promised her she could go for two weeks!! She had a fantastic time and I couldn’t have been happier with the staff and her overall experience. I would definitely recommend this camp!

-Jill McCarthy Gnerre

My son Frankie Picardi has been attending UBC for the last three years. It is by far the best camp available to youngsters (boys and girls) on the island. He has learned so much but most importantly,he has a great time. I would and have recommended this camp to friends and want to thank the entire staff for all their hard work and dedication. It really shows and is greatly appreciated.

-Frank Picardi

Love UBC my girls go every year and beg for all three sessions. Coach Gela and her hand picked staff know how to work with all kids of all ages and bring out the best in them !

-AnnMarie Serpico Kern

Coach Gela is unbelievable. She is there for the kids and teaches them to have fun.. I was a camper, coach now parent . I know when I drop my daughter off she’s in the best of hands.. Gela treats each camper as her own.. Thank you Gela Greg and Mike Mazella.

– Dan Melious

Dominic’s CYO team is in a summer league and he had a game tonight. He is going into 2nd grade and this was only his 2nd day of camp. We saw such an improvement tonight in the way he played. It was the best he has ever done. We are all impressed!

–Lisa Kallaitzakis Rubio

Robert and Alex had another great week! They are very sad that camp is over already for the summer but will be looking forward to next year. Friendships were made and a lot of fun was had as they both learned so much and have improved their game. Thank You!!!!!

–Donna Adinolfi Taddeo

My boys are in their third week and cannot wait till next year!!!! This has been the best camp experience for them !! Great coaches and great friends!!!!

-Bryanna O’Donnell

Best camp! Great coaches and lots of fun. My girls love it.

-Christine Dellasala-Samuels

Robbie can’t wait to go again!

-Maureen Mcfeeley

UBC never disappoints! It's honestly the most well-run and organized summer/kids' program that our boys have been part of (and they've done a few different things over the years). Besides all of the great b-ball skills and fun games they play, there's a heavy emphasis on good sportsmanship – which I love!

-Dawn Papandrea

Matthew just got home from his last day of UBC camp and said, I miss camp already!” Thank you UBC for organizing a great program that focus on LEARNING! And having fun doing it.
-Kim Binder Calvo

AWESOME!!!!

-Patricia Mullen Baker

For a girl that suffers from anxiety and selective mutism, I am speechless! She loved every minute of University Basketball Camp this week, thanks to her awesome teammates who looked after her and helped her and a great coach and director. If anyone is interested, they are offering a 2nd week of camp at the end of July for the girls from 2nd grade to 9th. I HIGHLY recommend this camp. They get bed checks, fun hw and themed colors to wear. They have contests daily, learn teamwork and sing songs, as well as exercise and receive special treats and juice. They end the week with an award ceremony, prizes, a report card discussing strengths and areas of improvement, and awesome pictures.Trust me - join!!!

-Janine Florio (2021)