Key Takeaways
- Cavs Academy acquires Mark Price Basketball Camps, adding the NBA legend’s training program to its 2026 summer lineup for experienced players ages 10–14
- Registration opens January 27 at 8:00 AM with early bird pricing through the end of the NBA regular season
- Five distinct camp programs serve ages 5–14 across basketball skill levels, plus cheer and dance options running June through August
- All participants receive game tickets and program-specific apparel as part of registration
Mark Price Returns to Cleveland Youth Basketball
The Cleveland Cavaliers’ youth sports division has integrated Mark Price Basketball Camps into its 2026 summer programming, bringing the former guard’s training methods to a new generation of players. Price played nine seasons with Cleveland (1986–1995) and built a reputation as one of the NBA’s most skilled shooters during that period.
The camps target experienced players ages 10–14 and feature instruction from Price alongside Cavs Academy coaches. Each four-day session includes a reversible Mark Price and Cavs-themed jersey plus two tickets to a 2026–27 home game.
Expanded Camp Portfolio Across Age Groups
Cavs Academy presented by Adidas now operates five summer camp categories running Monday through Thursday from June through August:
Cavs Academy camps serve co-ed athletes ages 8–14 at all skill levels, combining warm-ups, skills training, and small-group gameplay. Participants receive a Cavs Academy jersey and game tickets.
All Girls programs provide a single-gender environment for ages 8–14, emphasizing confidence-building alongside basketball fundamentals. The format mirrors the standard Cavs Academy structure with dedicated coaching staff.
Cheer & Dance camps accept co-ed participants ages 5–14, teaching choreography, jumps, basic stunts, and performance skills. Led by former and current Cavs Dance Team members, campers receive poms, a Cavs Cheer-Dance shirt, and game tickets.
Cavalittles introduces the youngest athletes to basketball basics including dribbling, shooting, and passing through age-appropriate activities. Sessions also incorporate yoga, floor hockey, and coordination games.
Registration Opens This Week
Early bird pricing begins Tuesday, January 27 at 8:00 AM and runs through the conclusion of the NBA regular season. Families can register at CavsYouth.com/basketball.
All programs run four consecutive days and include instruction from Cavs Academy coaching staff. The game tickets provided with each registration are valid for the 2026–27 season.
Building Year-Round Youth Sports Infrastructure
The Mark Price acquisition represents the Cavaliers’ third expansion of youth programming in two years, following additions to their AAU travel team structure and facility access initiatives. The organization now operates camps across five distinct categories, creating multiple entry points for families based on age, skill level, and athletic interest.
For NBA franchises, youth programming serves dual purposes: community engagement and long-term fan development. The Cavaliers’ approach segments offerings by experience level rather than operating a single catch-all camp, allowing more targeted skill development and age-appropriate instruction.
via: Cavs / NBA
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