About the Academy

History
Jam On It Basketball academy is Located in Sparks NV. It is home to over 300 monthly members. The new 20,000 square foot facility will become the basketball focal point of the community, and will: host regional tournaments, lessons, league, camps, and conferences.

Matt Williams has been conducting camps and clinics in Northern Nevada for over 13 years. Even as a player at the University of Nevada, Reno, he conducted clinics for the Boys and Girls Club and other youth organizations. In 1991, Matt approached the Truckee Meadows Boys and Girls Club about having a summer camp. With the sponsorship of Fast Glass Auto and the City of Reno's Major Youth Advisory Board, Jam On It Basketball hosted over 150 youth. Camps were just the beginning. The word spread about matt's knowledge of the game and enthusiasm for working with youth.

Individuals approached Matt about working privately with kids. They felt that their kids could benefit from instruction year round. At first, Matt would take Kate Smith to outside courts or work with the Forman family on their court before dinner. After some research and soul searching, Matt decided to market the Academy. He approached Mike Wurm at Truckee Meadows Boys and Girls Club about the idea. From that meeting, Jam on It Basketball Academy was born. The Boys and Girls Club allowed Matt to use the gym and other equipment. Lessons were scheduled at 6:00 a.m. Michael Atkinson, Jessica Collins, Margot Patula, Johnman Hickey, Courtney Moore and Zozsa Lefever were faithfully there. The word about the Academy grew, as did the need for gym time.

Matt felt that this needed to be an organization that satisfied the needs of the youth who were interested in improving their skills year round and competing around the country.

Matt conducts camps all over the coaching. Matt had an unbelievable career at the University of Nevada. He is listed in the top 5 under 12 basketball static's. His teammates voted him, most inspirational player 4 years in a row.

Jam On It Camps combines basketball fundamentals with a flare of street basketball. The enthusiasm that Matt has is contagious through camp members. There is never a dull moment. Matt enjoys going to the communities prior to camp to speak to kids about the importance of education and stating away from drugs.

Matt not only emphasize basketball, he stress life skills and education to all students. He has degrees in Criminal Justice, Communications and Social work.

Basketball is one of the fastest growing sports in the country. Parents want to give their children every opportunity to excel. Now they can send their children to an organization that can give them an edge or just enjoy watching the development of their child, both mentally and physically.

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