New Kent Basketball Academy

New Kent Basketball Academy offers Foundations, with fundamentals, footwork, ball-handling, and shooting form, and Player Development, with small-group and individual training. It also offers a Summer Camp in June with four days of basketball, character building, and fun.

Programs

• Foundations — 6–12 · Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:00–7:00 PM · $15–$80 per class · Fundamentals, footwork, ball-handling, and shooting form; 4-week pass is 8 classes.
• Player Development — At least one in-person session each week · $100–$280 per month · Small-group and individual training; 4:1 ratio; monthly subscription with multiple tiers.
• Summer Camp — Summer camp in June · Heart of a Trojan camp; four days of basketball, character building, and fun.

At a glance

• Ages: 6–12 years old
• Price range: $15–$280
• General schedule: March–October: Foundations blocks and Player Development sessions run continuously. June: Summer camp. November–February: school basketball season; training continues with weekly film review, post-game debriefs, and skill adjustments.

About the provider

Garrett Ross is the Head Coach & Founder. He has seven years as New Kent’s varsity head coach, 14 years developing players in the county, and is currently entering his 8th year as New Kent High School’s varsity head basketball coach. The leadership team also includes Ellen Ross, Coach Donovan, Will Ross, and JJ Jacobs. The academy works with New Kent families and community youth through year-round youth basketball training in partnership with New Kent County Parks & Recreation.

Foundations registration is open now and closes when capacity is reached (24 players) or the day before the first session, whichever comes first. Player Development is rolling and families can enroll any time. Foundations is join-any-week. No pro-rating for missed classes in Foundations; staff will catch players up. Sibling discounts are listed for both programs. Player Development cancellations for month-to-month end at the end of the current month.

What families say

“My son has participated in a multitude of basketball camps, training programs and teams. NKBA, by far, has prepared him with the foundational skills, essential drills and playing opportunities which have collectively transformed his abilities and heightened his commitment to the sport.” — Emily Salmon, Parent of a Skills Development player

“NKBA has been instrumental in Colby’s success both on and off the court. This organization has taught him far more than dribbling and shooting; it has instilled essential skills such as sportsmanship, confidence, and resilience. NKBA’s ability to develop young athletes into well-rounded individuals is a testament to the program’s lasting impact.” — Jenny Jenkins, Parent of a Skills Development player

Last updated October 28, 2026.