Maine Hoops presents

Ball Handling/Footwork Clinic

June 27-28, 2026
Portland, Maine
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Description

This co-ed specialized clinic is designed to help players develop the skills that separate good players from great ones. While many people think ball-handling is simply dribbling, elite ball-handling also involves hand-eye coordination, catching, rebounding, body control, balance, and the ability to make decisions under pressure.

  • Camp/Clinic
  • All individuals
  • Boys & Girls
  • Ability: Elite/Competitive/Developmental
  • $275.00-$325.00 entry fee
  • Exposure Certified

Location

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Maine Basketball Academy
631 Stevens Avenue
Portland, ME, 04101
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Contact

Lenny Holmes
207-749-9492

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General Information

🏀 BALL-HANDLING & FOOTWORK DEVELOPMENT CLINIC
Master the Skills That Create Confident, Complete Basketball Players
Most players think ball-handling is simply dribbling the basketball.

The best players know it's much more than that.

Basketball Maine's Ball-Handling & Footwork Development Clinic is designed to help athletes develop the skills that impact every aspect of the game. Players will work on a progression of drills and techniques ranging from fundamental to advanced, all designed to improve confidence, control, coordination, and game performance.

What Players Will Learn
✅ Advanced Ball-Handling Techniques
✅ Footwork for Offensive Success
✅ Coordination & Body Control
✅ Catching & Ball Security
✅ Creating Space Against Defenders
✅ Change of Direction & Change of Pace
✅ Balance, Agility & Athletic Movement
✅ Applying Skills in Live Game Situations

Why Footwork Matters
Footwork is the foundation of basketball success.

Players will learn not only how to perform specific movements, but also when and why to use them. Through detailed instruction, game-like drills, and competitive situations, athletes will develop the ability to transfer their skills directly into game play.

More Than Just Dribbling
Elite ball-handlers aren't simply great dribblers. They possess exceptional coordination, body control, balance, and decision-making skills. This clinic teaches players how to combine those traits to become more effective and confident basketball players.

The Basketball Maine Difference
Our goal is not simply to teach drills.

Our goal is to help athletes understand how skills translate to competition so they can perform with confidence when the game is on the line.

By combining advanced ball-handling, proper footwork, and game application, players will improve their ability to attack defenders, create scoring opportunities, and play with greater confidence in every phase of the game.

Clinic Information
Dates: Grades 2nd-3rd - Saturday, June 27th 8:30 - 10:30 am
            Grades 4th-5th - Saturday, June 27th 10:30 - 12:30 pm
            Grades 6th-8th - Sunday, June 28th 4:00 - 6:30 pm
            Grades 9th-12th - Sunday, June 28th 6:30 - 9:00 pm 

Cost: $75 per Session 

Location: Portland Sports Complex, 512 Warren Avenue Portland ME 

Great Players Don't Just Move Faster—They Move Better.
Register Today and Take Your Game to the Next Level.

Registration

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To make a payment please visit the payments section of the event.


All event related questions should be directed to Lenny Holmes at mainehoops@gmail.com or call 207-749-9492.