Gray Bees
Gray Bees
Gray Bees
Gray Bees
Gray Bees
St. Benedict's Preparatory School · Newark, NJ
Gray Bee
Hoops Camp.
An elite week-long basketball camp experience at The Hive — open to boys and girls across Greater Essex County.
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Summer 2026
Choose Your Session.
Mon–Thu 9:00am–1:00pm · Fri 9:00am–12:00pm · St. Benedict's Prep, Newark NJ · Boys & Girls · Ages 8–18
Session 01
July 6–10
Mon–Thu 9:00am–1:00pm · Fri 9:00am–12:00pm · 2026
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Session 02
July 13–17
Mon–Thu 9:00am–1:00pm · Fri 9:00am–12:00pm · 2026
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Session 03
July 20–24
Mon–Thu 9:00am–1:00pm · Fri 9:00am–12:00pm · 2026
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Daily Drop-In available · $85/day — Register Here →
The Hive
THE HIVE.
Meet The Coach
Program
Director.
Head Basketball Coach, St. Benedict's Prep
Founder, Hoops on King
Coach Chris Simpson — Huddle Up
Huddle Up
Program Director
Chris Simpson
Head Basketball Coach, St. Benedict's Prep · Founder, Hoops on King
SBP '10 Brooklyn Nets · NBA 2020 CIF Coach of the Year M.A. · Loyola Marymount BA · St. John's University
15 Years · High School, College & NBA Coaching Experience
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Complete Registration Form Enroll — Session 1 · July 6–10 Enroll — Session 2 · July 13–17 Enroll — Session 3 · July 20–24
Where We Train
The Hive.
St. Benedict's Preparatory School
520 Martin Luther King Blvd
Newark, NJ 07102
Entry via 145 William St Gate
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📍 The Hive
The Hive
Year-Round Development
Hoops on King
Academy.
After-school and weekend basketball programming for boys and girls — year-round skill development.
What We're About
Take Your Game
To The Next Level.

A year-round development system built for athletes who are serious. Every session, every rep, every week — has a purpose. This is where you level up.

8 WKS
Weekly Development
Structured curriculum progressing from footwork and ball-handling to shooting, finishing, and defensive positioning. Individual tracking every session.
5v5
Competition
Final weeks shift to 3-on-3 and 5-on-5 live play. Athletes compete under pressure, closing with a family Showcase Day.
HOK
Uniform & Gear
Every athlete receives an official HOK jersey and shorts included with enrollment. Train inside The Hive.
PRO
Guest Speakers
Former St. Benedict's players — college and pro — visit throughout the season to share what it takes to make it.
What We Offer
The Programs.

Structured, coach-led programming across two age groups — designed to develop players every season, not just in the summer.

After-School · Boys & Girls
Middle School Academy
Grades 6–8 · Fall: Sept 7 – Oct 30, 2026 · Spring: Apr 5 – May 28, 2027

Structured after-school training combining skill development, team concepts, and competitive play. Every rep tied to a system and a standard.

Group AMon/Wed 7:30–8:30pm + Sat 9–10am
Group BTue/Thu 7:30–8:30pm + Sat 10–11am
Duration8 Weeks per Season
Capacity48 athletes (2 groups of 24)
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Weekend · Boys & Girls
Jr. Baller Academy
Grades 3–5 · Fall: Sept 7 – Oct 30, 2026 · Spring: Apr 5 – May 28, 2027

Weekend skill development for younger athletes ready to take their game seriously. Fundamentals-first coaching that builds confidence and love for the game.

ScheduleSaturday 11:00am – 12:00pm
Duration8 Weeks per Season
Capacity24 athletes
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Wk 1–2
Foundation
Stance, footwork, ball-handling basics, layup forms, defensive positioning and identity.
Wk 3–4
Shooting & Finishing
Catch-and-shoot, off-dribble, mid-range, floaters, contact finishes and free throw routine.
Wk 5–6
Offense & IQ
Spacing, cutting, screen usage, read-and-react offense. 3-on-3 and 4-on-4 competitive reps.
Wk 7–8
Competition
Full 5-on-5 games, evaluation, individual feedback and showcase day for families.
Where We Train
The Hive.
St. Benedict's Preparatory School
520 Martin Luther King Blvd
Newark, NJ 07102
Entry via 145 William St Gate
Get Directions →
📍 The Hive
The Legacy
St. Benedict's
Prep.

One of the most storied programs in American basketball history. Training inside The Hive means training where legends were made.

250+
College Basketball Players
Over 250 alumni have gone on to play college basketball at programs across the country.
$25M+
In Scholarship Dollars
Alumni have earned over $25 million in athletic scholarships to colleges and universities nationwide.
25+
NBA Draft Picks
More than 25 former Gray Bees have been selected in the NBA Draft, cementing SBP as a global talent hub.
15+
McDonald's All-Americans
15+ graduates have earned McDonald's All-American honors — among the most prestigious individual accolades in high school basketball.
3
Gatorade Players of the Year
Three SBP players have been named the Gatorade National Player of the Year — the highest individual honor in high school athletics.
GLOBAL
TALENT HUB
International Reach
St. Benedict's Prep attracts top talent from around the world, recognized as one of the premier basketball programs on the planet.
The Hive
We'd Love To Hear From You
Contact
Us.
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Have a question about a program, session, or anything else? Fill out our interest form and a member of our staff will follow up within 24 hours.

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Location

St. Benedict's Preparatory School
520 Martin Luther King Blvd
Newark, NJ 07102
Entry via 145 William St Gate

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Gray Bee Basketball Camp

Summer 2026 · July 6–10, July 13–17 & July 20–24
Mon–Thu 9:00am–1:00pm · Fri 9:00am–12:00pm · St. Benedict's Prep

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Hoops on King Academy

Middle School Academy · Jr. Baller Academy
After-school & Weekend · Year-Round

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