A grassroots basketball development initiative is set to kick off this weekend in Dominica, bringing young athletes across the island a unique chance to grow their on-court abilities and off-court life skills. The All About Ball League (AABL) and the Dominica Amateur Basketball Association (DABA) are teaming up to host a one-day youth basketball camp on Saturday, September 26, targeted at young players ranging from 6 to 20 years old.
The two-hour camp will run from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Massacre Indoor Sports Complex, a central venue that offers accessible space for youth athletic activities. Unlike traditional casual scrimmage events, organizers have designed the session to blend hands-on skill development with intentional educational and motivational programming. Beyond drilling basic techniques like dribbling, shooting, and defensive positioning, the camp will also introduce participating young athletes to the long-term mission and ongoing work of the AABL organization.
Guided by the core slogan “skills today, opportunities tomorrow,” the initiative carries a broader vision than just improving basketball performance. Organizers frame basketball as a catalyst for personal and community growth, rather than merely a recreational pastime, with the ultimate goal of opening new life and athletic pathways for Dominica’s young people. The camp’s overarching mission is summed up in a secondary tagline: “More than a game, a brighter tomorrow.”
For aspiring players, Friday, September 25 marks the final deadline to secure a spot at the camp. Parents and legal guardians can complete registration for young participants via the official player registration portal published by the organizing groups.
In addition to recruiting young athletes, AABL and DABA are also actively seeking volunteer coaches to support the long-term growth of grassroots basketball in Dominica. Organizers are calling on qualified coaches who are able to commit just two hours per week to join the initiative. Beyond teaching basketball technique, volunteer coaches will take on mentorship roles, helping young players build confidence, self-discipline, and key life skills that extend far beyond the basketball court. Interested coaching candidates can submit their applications through the separate official coach registration form.
To ensure no eligible young player misses out on this opportunity, the organizations are urging local families, existing basketball clubs, and community leaders to share information about the camp widely across the island, helping connect interested youth to the registration process.