US coach tells why they keep coming back to Old Harbour basketball camp

Back

Jul 26, 2019 02:12 PM | Sports

Mark Roberts (3rd left) takes a break during the recent Old Harbour Church of Christ Basketball Camp (Photo: Avery Benter)

Chief co-ordinator of the annual Old Harbour Church of Christ Basketball Camp Mark Roberts, says the team is hoping to expand the progamme in the coming years.

MarkRoberts-Edited.mp3

The faith-based initiative had approximately 250 campers participating in the July 8-12 programme now in its fifth year.

Speaking to Old Harbour News on day two, Roberts said the exposure and development of each camper guided by its Christian beliefs “warms his heart” and remains one of the biggest reasons why the team of 26 coaches/volunteers is so committed to this cause.

The camp is split in two main groups: one for general novices and two; for the very talented. The latter, Roberts believes all have the potential to play at the “next level”.

But of even greater importance is helping each player towards getting a better education and leading lives worthy of emulation.

Click audio to listen.

Old Harbour News is a community-based online news media outlet based in Jamaica with more than 300,000 unique visitors since 2013. However, we are soliciting your support to continue provide independent journalism and unique stories tailored just for you. Your contribution, however small it may be, will ensure our service to you remain independent and grow to serve you better. Click the DONATE BUTTON now to support Old Harbour News. Thank you.