πŸ€ Downer Basketball Academy 2026 Summer Camps β€” 5 Camps + Spring Clinics β€” 3 Locations! View All Camps & Register β†’
Coach Downer cutting down the net
Ardmore, PA

A Championship
Basketball Experience

Elite coaching and the Mamba Mentality β€” from the coach who shaped Kobe Bryant.

700+
Wins
3
State Titles
4
District Titles
18
League Titles
70+
Alumni
35
Years

Summer 2026 Spots Are Filling Fast

5 camps + spring clinics across 3 locations. Don't wait.

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PIAA Championship team photo Championship coaching staff DBA Camp at Bryant Gymnasium Coach with player
Programs

Camps, Clinics & Training

DBA Day Camp at Lower Merion
Summer Β· Week 1
Downer Basketball Academy Week 1

June 22 – 25, 2026. Mon–Thu, 9 AM – 3 PM. Ages 8–16. Kobe Bryant Gymnasium, LMHS.

$300

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DBA Day Camp at Bryant Gymnasium
Summer Β· Week 2
Downer Basketball Academy Week 2

July 13 – 16, 2026. Mon–Thu, 9 AM – 3 PM. Ages 8–16. Kobe Bryant Gymnasium, LMHS.

$300

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Coach Downer teaching at DBA camp
Summer Β· Westtown Week 1 NEW!
Downer Basketball Academy β€” Westtown Week 1

July 27 – 31, 2026. Mon–Thu 9 AM – 3 PM, Fri 9 AM – 1 PM. Ages 8–16. Westtown School, West Chester.

$300

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DBA Camp at Bryant Gymnasium
Summer Β· Westtown Week 2 NEW!
Downer Basketball Academy β€” Westtown Week 2

Aug 3 – 7, 2026. Mon–Thu 9 AM – 3 PM, Fri 9 AM – 1 PM. Ages 8–16. Westtown School, West Chester.

$300

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Overnight camp outdoor session at Berkshire Trails
Featured Β· Overnight
2026 Overnight Camp

Aug 9 – 13, 2026. Boys ages 11–18. Berkshire Trails Camp, Great Barrington, MA. Skill development, film study, Mamba Mentality. All meals & lodging included.

From $900

Overnight: $1,431 Β· Commuter: $900
Save $250 if registered by Sept 15 Β· Save $150 by June 1
+$100 each way for van transport
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Coach Downer working with player
Spring Β· Clinics
Spring Clinics 2026

Sundays: April 12, 19, 26 & May 3, 10, 17. 11:00 AM – 12:15 PM. Ages 6–14. Kobe Bryant Gymnasium, LMHS, 301 E. Montgomery Ave, Ardmore, PA 19003.

$38/session Β· $150 all 6

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Why DBA

What Sets Us Apart

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Championship Pedigree
3 state titles, 18 league championships, 4 district titles, and a 70% career winning percentage.
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College Pipeline
70+ players placed at college and professional levels.
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Elite Guest Speakers
Talks from NBA, D1, and D3 coaches including Brett Brown, Fran Dunphy, and Phil Martelli.
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Kobe Bryant Gymnasium
Train on the same court where Kobe built the foundation of his legendary career.
Kobe Bryant and Coach Gregg Downer
The Coach

Gregg Downer

3Γ— AP Coach of the Year. USA Today's Best Coach in PA. 700+ wins, three state titles, four district titles, 18 league championships, and 70+ players sent to college and pro ball.

"Hard work, dedication, results."
β€” The Aces Motto
3Γ— AP Coach of Year 3 Hall of Fames Kobe's HS Coach
PIAA Championship action Staff with trophy Locker room celebration Coach Downer coaching
Coaches celebrating District 1 Champions Sideline intensity Team huddle with Coach Downer
Guest Speakers

Past & Future Guest Speakers

DBA camps and clinics have featured talks from top college and professional coaches.

Fran Dunphy
Former Temple & Penn Head Coach
Phil Martelli
Michigan Assistant Β· Former St. Joseph's Head Coach
Brett Brown
Former Philadelphia 76ers Head Coach
Matt Brady
Head Coach
Steve Donahue
Head Coach
Dennis Stanton
Coach
Jim Donofrio
Coach
Dickinson, Haverford & F&M Coaches
College Head Coaches
Testimonials

What They Say

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"Coach Downer's camp is like a family. I love coming back to lend a hand."

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"He had a lot to do with me. I was very fortunate to have great coaching throughout my career... He was a great coach."

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"I've been around basketball my whole life, and I trusted Coach Downer with my son for a reason. He teaches the game the right way: fundamentals, discipline, and character. I couldn't have asked for a better coach for my kid."

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"My son has gone to Coach Downer's camp for nine years straight β€” he came back a different player every single summer. The confidence, the work ethic, the love for the game. There's nothing else like it. This camp changed his life."

Contact

Get In Touch

Address
PO Box 292, Narberth, PA 19072
Locations
Kobe Bryant Gymnasium
Lower Merion HS
315 E. Montgomery Ave, Ardmore, PA 19003

Westtown School
975 Westtown Rd, West Chester, PA
Overnight
Berkshire Trails Camp
25 Deerwood Park Dr, Great Barrington, MA
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What ages are DBA camps and clinics for?

Our summer day camps at Lower Merion HS (Weeks 1 & 2) are for boys and girls ages 8–16. The West Chester camps at Westtown School (Weeks 1 & 2) are for ages 8–16. The overnight camp at Berkshire Trails is for boys ages 11–18. Fall and spring clinics are also open to a wide age range. Contact us if you're unsure about the right fit.

Where are camps held?

Downer Basketball Academy Week 1 and Week 2 are held at the Kobe Bryant Gymnasium at Lower Merion High School, 315 E. Montgomery Ave, Ardmore, PA 19003. Westtown Week 1 (July 27–31) and Westtown Week 2 (Aug 3–7) are held at Westtown School, 975 Westtown Rd, West Chester, PA. Our overnight camp takes place at Berkshire Trails Camp, 25 Deerwood Park Dr, Great Barrington, MA.

Is transportation available for overnight camp?

Yes β€” shuttle service is available from both the Philadelphia and New York City areas to Berkshire Trails.

What should my child bring to day camp?

Sneakers, athletic clothing, a water bottle, and lunch. All basketball equipment is provided.

How do I register?

All registration is handled online. Click any "Register" button on this site to sign up for camps and clinics.

Do clinics sell out?

Yes β€” both our fall and spring clinic series sell out every year. The 2026 Spring Clinics run Sundays from April 12 through May 17, 11:00 AM – 12:15 PM at the Kobe Bryant Gymnasium, LMHS. Register at the Spring Clinics card above or contact aceshoops@gmail.com. Financial aid available if needed. We recommend registering as early as possible to secure your spot.