At Hardwood Hustle, summer camp isn’t just an event, it’s the heartbeat of our year! Our coaches are mentors, role models, and leaders who bring passion and energy to every camp session, inspiring the next generation of Hustlers to grow both on and off the court. Through tactical instruction, creative drills, and gameplay, we focus on building basketball fundamentals, enhancing game IQ, and boosting confidence. Players leave camp with sharpened skills and a deeper understanding of the game. Beyond the court, our classroom sessions emphasize leadership, teamwork, resilience, and empowerment, equipping athletes with life skills that extend far beyond basketball. We foster a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where every athlete feels seen, valued, and empowered.

All registered campers for the 2026 Hardwood Hustle Summer Camps will receive a detailed informational packet before the first camp begins. This packet will include everything you need to know, from daily schedules and what to bring, to important camp policies and waivers.

Yes! Please have your daughter or son bring a basketball with their name clearly labeled. If you don’t have one, we’ll provide a basketball for them.

If your child can’t attend the camp for any reason, including schedule conflicts, last-minute injuries, a concussion, an unexpected illness, or a family emergency, you will receive a 100% credit for camp fees paid that can be applied to a future camp, transferred to a friend, or donated to an another family.

It is necessary for Hardwood Hustle to adhere to the regulations set forth by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and be licensed by the Peabody Board of Health. As part of this compliance, we kindly request that all campers provide us with a copy of their most recent Physician’s Report, including Immunization Records. This helps us maintain a healthy environment and ensures that our facilities meet all necessary standards. The report should be dated and signed within the last 18 months.

Committed to compliance, our camp adheres to the regulations set by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and is licensed by the local board of health. We've implemented strict sign-in and pick-up policies. All participants and their families will receive camp safety policies and guidelines before the first day of camp.

Each camper must bringtheir own lunch.We will have allocated time during the camp for a lunch and recovery period. There will be food on site to purchase at JC Grill and Pizza.

Parents are allowed to watch their children at any point during the day.

We divide participants into groups based on age first. Then, participants are evaluated by the coaching staff throughout the week. Participants who would benefit from being moved to a higher group will be asked if they would like to move. Hardwood Hustle coaches will always try to honor the requests of the participant/family while maintaining what is best for the clinic.

We have a dedicated Health Care Supervisor available full-time. Our Health Care Supervisor is unable to administer any medications - prescriptions or over-the-counter - brought from home without the following:

- A completed and signed Authorization to Administer Medication Form.

- All medications must be in their original containers that include the original pharmacy label.

Yes. For all camp staff and volunteers, the licensed recreational camp for children must conduct a background check that includes obtaining and reviewing the applicant’s previous work history and confirming three positive references. The camp must also obtain a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) history/juvenile report history from the Massachusetts Department of Criminal Justice Information Services to determine whether the applicant has a juvenile record or has committed a crime that would indicate the applicant is not suitable for a position with campers. The camp must conduct CORI re-checks every three years for permanent employees with no break in service.  The local health department will verify that CORI checks have been conducted during their annual licensing inspection. If an applicant resides in another state or in a foreign jurisdiction, where practicable, the camp must also obtain from the applicant’s criminal information system board, the chief of police, or other relevant authority a criminal record check or its recognized equivalent. The camp is required to hire staff and volunteers whose backgrounds are free of conduct that bears adversely upon his or her ability to provide for the safety and well-being of the campers.

Yes. All licensed camps are required to have a health care supervisor at the camp at all times who is at least 18 years of age and is currently certified in First Aid and CPR. The camp must provide backup for the health care supervisor from a Massachusetts licensed physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner who serves as a health care consultant. 

Tiffany Burns – Austin Prep

Tyalie Campbell – Massasoit College

Kaitlyn Carroll – Tabor School/Kentucky

Autumn Ceppi – Bucknell University

Molly Corcoran – Tabor School/Colgate

Asia Dingle – Fordham University

Grace Efosa – Providence College

Claire Finney – Springfield College

Katrina Haddad – Endicott College

Grace Klonsky – Bentley College

Bethany Lucy – Middlebury College

Ava Melia – Lexington Christian Academy

Story Moore – Tilton School

Hope Nardone – Tufts University

Oluchi Okananwa – Maryland University

Lucy Palmer – Trinity College

Cate McDonald – Dartmouth College

Ruby Thompson – Austin Prep

Abby Streeter – URI/Rutgers

Emma Riley – Union College

Ava Allen – Masco High School

Paris Wilkey - Salem State/Franklin Pierce

Curious about what a typical day at Hardwood Hustle Summer Camps looks like? Click HERE to find out!

If you find yourself in need of financial assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out. We are here to support you every step of the way. Our team is dedicated to helping numerous players each year, particularly those who have demonstrated their commitment by attending a Hardwood Hustle camp.

Once a session has reached its capacity of 50 athletes, Hardwood Hustle will begin a waitlist. Waitlist requests will only be accepted through an email confirmation sent by one of our team members. Campers will be accepted from the Waitlist based on open space and will only be notified if and when a space becomes available.