BIG SHOT BOOTCAMP
The Big Shot Bootcamp is an annual 1-day wheelchair basketball clinic for young athletes aged 8-18. The centerpiece of the Welger Foundation’s mission, the Bootcamp offers kids an opportunity to play with their peers, as well as have an opportunity to learn skills from top coaches and athletes.
The day is jam-packed with fun contests, skills and drills with small groups, and scrimmages. Participants will come away from the day with greater confidence as an athlete, and a feeling of community.
“I was so impressed with the campus, the facilities, and most importantly the kindness of all the staff and coaches that we interacted with throughout the clinic. This was a very fun event and we hope that it continues next year.”
Erin G
“Xavier met Steve Serio three years ago at CAF in San Diego. Having any opportunity to play with Steve, other paralympians, and all of his friends is just the best experience we could ask for! Thanks for hosting and including us in this event – we’ll definitely be back.”
Michele R
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I just wanted to say thank you for sponsoring this camp and giving my son an opportunity to learn from and play against some great players.”
Guy R
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Thank you for setting up such a wonderful event. William had a blast and was so exhausted afterward!”
Nicole P
The Welger Foundation hosted it’s 1st Annual Big Shot Bootcamp on Saturday, May 6th 2023. The event, held at St Vincent College in Riverdale, NY, was a wheelchair basketball clinic for youth, aged 5-18. We had over 50+ athletes, attending from NY, NJ, DC, PA and VA. The activity filled day focused on WC basketball skills and drills, and was lead by Paralympians Steve Serio, Patrick Andersen and Trevon Jenifer, and coach Ryan Martin. They were also supported by Crystal Jones, Isaiah Moore and Malkeet Singh-Gill, all CUNY athletes and Welger Foundation beneficiaries.