“My daughter had a fantastic time at this summer academy for the past two years. We highly recommend them. Missy and Colleen along with their staff make an exceptional effort to get to know players and families personally. We were contacted prior to camp to be sure we were receiving information and they reached out during the off season as well to check in after our first year. Money well spent, it’s much more than just basketball skills, it’s life skills and character development as well.”

-Mary Casey Rodee (Parent)

“I can’t recommend Beyond The Game Academy enough!! This was my 2nd year of coaching this outstanding basketball and life experience. I have been involved with North Country basketball going on 40 years now if you include my time as a player and there is nothing like what Missy and Colleen is offering for miles around.

I’ve been lucky enough to participate and coach at plenty of camps, including The PGC and our local colleges and high schools, and what BTGA is doing is completely different. Basketball, life lessons and leadership all in one.

Send your child to BTGA. It’s worth every penny. They will love it and you won’t regret it.”

-Joey Reome (Coach and Athletic Director - St Lawrence Central)

“My girls loved this camp !! Not only did they get to meet and work with kids from many area schools but they were able to spend time with two of their favorite college players! Missy and Collleen have such a positive message for these young athletes - they leave this experience feeling like the sky is the limit! They teach the athletes "new drills and about sportsmanship on and off the court" (my daughter's comment) ! They loved that it was more than 5 on 5 drills - that there was classroom time for discussion as well as court time ! ...and additionally some one on one pointers from the coaches out on the court. Thanks for bringing this to our area!”

-Jan Cunningham (Parent)

“This academy stresses parts of the game that other camps forget or don’t focus on. Life experiences and life lessons. What Colleen and Missy went through to be on two of the best D1 programs in the country (Duke and UConn) is remarkable. This academy stresses the mental aspect of the game, the need for meaningful practice, and how hard work pays off. There are classroom workshops on many important topics, a few being the importance of team and what social media does and how it can adversely affect you, your team and your career. Although Missy and Coleen were both stars and could easily brag about themselves they make this academy all about the kids.

If my girls were in high school now I’d definitely have them attend. I encourage all of my players to go and fortunately since its inception, many have participated. I’ve heard nothing but rave reviews from each and every parent. This academy is something that all athletes need.”

-Mark Flick (Former Coach at Franklin Academy & Northern Adirondack Schools)

“An amazing camp where it doesn't just teach basketball but life lessons. Daughter can't wait for next year! Thank you to all for making this happen.”

-Erika McDonald (Parent)

“Awesome camp to learn basketball skills and life skills! My daughther loved it and all the coaches kindness and encouragement. She can not wait for next year! I would highly recommend this camp. Thank you to all who helped make this a great experience.”

-Amy Martin (Parent)

“The experience our granddaughter Elizabeth had was amazing. She learned to work hard on the court and learned her space and her voice.”

-M Gayle Seymour (Grandmother)

“The student athletes that attend Beyond the Game Academy learn just as much about sportsmanship, leadership and being a good teammate as they do about basketball. The coaches bring high energy, and great experience to the academy every day. Missy and Colleen do an excellent job reaching out to each and every athlete. I will continue to send my children to this camp every year.”

-Jessica Plonka (Coach-Norwood Norfolk)

“A fun, intense camp that teaches skills, sportsmanship, and beyond!”

-Amy Mitchell (Coach - Parishville-Hopkinston)