PGC Basketball Reviews 480

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Review summary

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Looking at 139 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their professionalism, positive energy, and supportive approach, making participants feel welcome and encouraged. Many highlight the excellent service and unique teaching methods, which focus on developing both basketball skills and crucial life skills like leadership and teamwork. The overall user experience is described as challenging yet rewarding, with many noting significant growth in confidence and understanding of the game. However, some people mentioned that the program might be too basic for advanced players, leading to boredom with the drills. A few other people also felt that the execution was poor, citing issues like a high student-to-basket ratio and a lack of available adult staff for communication.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

PGC Playmaker College was an excellent experience for our daughter! The way this program modifies games with no-peek penalties, dribble limits, etc. really gets the athletes thinking about the game an... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy process for registration, with payment plan options, check list to prepare for camp, my kids loves his coach, and said how much fun he's having learning. From the court to the classroom sessions.... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

If you’re hesitating about sending your player to PGC, you can put those fears to rest. Hands down absolutely the BEST camp I’ve ever attended. The format is what sets PGC apart from traditional... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

As an observing Coach it was an excellent learning experience. The directors took time to speak with us routinely providing insights and clarification. The opportunity to observe the drills and how th... See more


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PGC Basketball is the largest educational basketball camp program in the world for dedicated players and coaches. Over 125,000 players and 15,000 coaches have attended a PGC camp to discover how to think the game, lead a team, and develop a champion's mindset.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our family loves PGC camps

Oir family loves PGC camps. This was my sons first overnight camp and I felt very comfortable leaving him on campus. The staff explained how players would be kept safe and taken care of.
My son came home talking about all the things he learned and how much fun he had.
I would recommended PGC camps to any parent with a kid who is in love with basketball!

June 2, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Playmaker College is an elite camp…

Playmaker College is an elite camp experience for athletes. The amount of basketball they play and what they learn is on another level. My daughter and her teammate are excited for the next camp. Director Brig and his crew of instructors were knowledgeable and passionate about training all athletes. Preparing them to challenge themselves emotionally, physically, and mentally

June 6, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Choice!!

Top Notch company! Excellent communication. Hopefully the training will be as quality as everything else so far. Thanks.

June 2, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy process for registration

Easy process for registration, with payment plan options, check list to prepare for camp, my kids loves his coach, and said how much fun he's having learning. From the court to the classroom sessions. We will definitely continue coming back to this camp.

June 1, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

By far the best basketball camp I’ve…

By far the best basketball camp I’ve ever experienced. It’s not close. They are the Ritz Carlton of youth basketball camps. Communication is consistent and clear. Staff aren’t just trained, they are developed. There’s a massive difference. My son came home with a notebook of 20 things he learned from day 1. That’s not an exaggeration. That’s literally what happened. Beyond impressed with PGC.

June 1, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Coach Rudy keeps kids in check.

Coach Rudy keeps kids in check and holds them accountable. Mr. Rudy is a great leader and I’ve improved so much this week it’s great at PGC. For a freshman CI has been a great leader to help us get better . And the lunch ladies work very hard and cook great food.

May 30, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Both my kids have attended and will continue to attend each summer

Both my kids are PGC grads and we’re back for more. The plan is to attend this camp every summer. They meet and learn how to interact with other young people who are passionate about their sport and they do so in a safe environment packed with lots of life skills/ lessons that can be used off and on the court, taught by passionate, engaging, professional instructors and directors. PGC is a blessing and I’m happy that a camp like this exists to help reinforce what our family values.

May 25, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Unmatched Experience

Over the past few years I’ve had several of my players attend a PGC Basketball camp, and I’ve also been fortunate enough to attend as an observing coach. I can confidently say, PGC is the best basketball camp I have ever experienced, anywhere.
From the moment the camp begins, the energy is incredible. Every detail is intentional, organized, and purposeful. The teaching goes far beyond drills and fundamentals, PGC develops players mentally and physically at a level I’ve never seen before. They don’t just teach basketball skills, they teach players how to think the game, how to compete, and how to carry themselves as athletes and people.
The biggest transformation I see in my players is confidence. Players return believing in themselves, communicating more, taking leadership roles, and holding both themselves and teammates accountable. It has genuinely helped shape the culture of our basketball program, and even more importantly, I’ve watched these athletes become leaders within our school.
I recommend PGC without hesitation to every player and coach I speak to. Quite honestly, it feels less like a camp and more like a life-changing experience. As one of my players told me afterward, “It was the most amazing camp I’ve ever been a part of.”

November 16, 2025
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I like the positive energy from the…

I like the positive energy from the staff. My child had fun and made a few good friends. However, I'm hesitant to recommend PGC. It depends on where your child is mentally. My child's lack of confidence is their largest hurdle. The basketball skills PGC talks about are great, but their impact was minimal due to the confidence issues.
With such a large number of kids, my child was able to slip into the background on several activities. I noticed, but it was often missed by the counselors. This was the case at multiple PGC camps.
If your child is ready to put in the work and be a sponge to boost their game, PGC can be a big help. Otherwise, they'll likely have fun, but your money may be better spent in small group or individual specialist training.
My case may be extreme, but the mental development at PGC didn't meet my expectations.

June 22, 2025
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Reply from PGC Basketball

Thank you for taking the time to share this. I really appreciate the thoughtfulness behind your feedback.

I’m glad your child experienced positive energy from our staff, had fun, and built friendships — those are meaningful parts of the PGC experience. At the same time, I hear your concern about confidence and feeling like your child was able to slip into the background at times.

Confidence development is something we care deeply about, and it can look very different from player to player. Some athletes experience noticeable growth during the week, while others may need more repetition, smaller environments, or continued support after camp to fully internalize the tools we teach. Your point about group size is fair, and we are always working to help our coaches better identify and engage quieter athletes.

PGC is designed to challenge players mentally and physically, but it’s not one-size-fits-all. For some athletes, especially those navigating deeper confidence hurdles, additional small-group or individualized support alongside camp can be helpful.

We truly value feedback like this because it helps us continue to grow. Thank you again for trusting us with your child.

Sincerely,

Mano Watsa, PGC President & Owner

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

PGC is the greatest basketball camp ever

PGC is a camp that can not be compared to by others. Even though it is the only summer basketball camp that I have been to, it is still the greatest. I grew by crazy levels just from my first camp. PGC is not only a camp but an amazing way to spend your summer. I love their camps so much I wish they would make more than just 3 main one’s.

July 12, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We are extremely grateful

We are extremely grateful for the impact PGC has had on our son’s development as a basketball player. He attended the overnight camp this past summer and then returned for a weekend shooting camp in the fall November 1-2, and the growth we’ve seen—especially since the shooting camp—has been remarkable.

Before attending PGC, he was very hesitant to shoot outside the paint and mainly limited himself to layups under the net. Since the fall camp, his confidence and shooting mechanics have improved significantly. In just one month after the fall camp, he went from rarely taking perimeter shots to hitting seven three-pointers in a single game on Dec 7—something we never imagined would happen so quickly.

Beyond the skills, PGC helped him develop confidence, decision-making, and trust in his own abilities. The coaching, teaching methods, and emphasis on fundamentals truly work. We are so thankful for the positive influence PGC has had on his game and would highly recommend the program to any player looking to grow both technically and mentally.

Thank you, PGC, for helping unlock his potential.

December 7, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

PGC camps are the best

PGC camps are the best. The focus on character development, hard work, leadership, and excellence will help players on and off the court. Players do need to be dedicated, but if your son or daughter wants to play beyond high school, I highly recommend attending a PGC camp. Your child will probably ask you to return the following year.

November 4, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Once again PGC didn’t disappoint

Once again PGC didn’t disappoint. The fall shooting course was a great quick hitter to get in before our season started. Can’t wait for the next program this upcoming summer. Coach Clint was fantastic.

November 1, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience as a coach a parent…

Great experience as a coach a parent and for my son. The term ‘shooting college’ was nothing short of the demonstration of expertise and level of mastery taught at the camp. Every drill, every session in the classes were impactful and enough for players (and coaches) to unpack and apply for their climb in basketball and life as well. Very good for the mental health of players and the staff was excellent.

October 19, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Southwestern Camp

Coach Purchin did an amazing job teaching / coaching the kids through his shot making process. Giving them ample information to take home and practice.

September 13, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is next level stuff

This is next level stuff. It feels like the true motivation is to improve players, as opposed to some camps that feel like they are money makers. Very little down time. For serious athletes only!

September 21, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great camp

It’s a great way to learn skills and improve on anything basketball wise, The coaches are kind and very skilled in their crafts.

September 21, 2025
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