Testimonial Quotes
Jason's instruction has helped develop me into the player I am today.
– Trevor Huffman Kent State Star, NCAA Elite Eight
My son has attended Jason's Point Guard Elite Camp twice now. I see him with a fresh focus on his goals. He has gotten inspiration and a refreshed work-out routine from spending the week with Jason and his staff of coaches. Matt wants to play college ball and this camp has helped him greatly. Thanks for what you do for young players.
– T. Van Pelt
Jason teaches the meaning of excellence and shows players how to achieve excellence -- in basketball, and throughout life!
– Terrence Stein, parent of 3 point guards (Chicago, IL)
Jason challenges our players to train hard so the games are easy.
– Mike Boening, Director-MI Shock Girls AAU Club
Jason's camps bring more intensity than any of the other camps and Point Guard Camps I have attended. If you want to be pushed and elevate your game, Jason's camps are the one
– Anthony Wilhelm, Point Guard. Milligan College
My daughter showed me what she learned last night and I was STUNNED! It far surpassed what I was expecting. Her work ethic, drive, ball handling, explosiveness and speed have increased tremendously. Most importantly, I see a new attitude and self confidence.
– Don Koneval
While my daughter plays the post position, the offensive moves taught can be used anywhere on the Court.
– Sam Sweet, Parent & Attorney (Detroit, MI)
I would like to let you know that three players on my 9th grade basketball team attended your camp in Midland, Michigan this year, 2006. I wanted to thank you for helping my team get over the top. We took home the trophy on a national level. I can tell you that my son will be back at the camp next summer.
– J. Miller
Jason's training methods, practice intensity, and attention to detail are second to none. He identifies individual player goals and helps them understand what is necessary to achieve those goals. Because of these disciplines, my daughter is improving at a rate that exceeds her teammates and surrounding competition.
– Ken Bennick, Parent
My son has learned more in one-half of a day at Jason’s Point Guard Elite Camp than he learned in all the basketball camps he has attended combined.
– Chuck Latty, Parent
As a basketball coach myself, this is the first camp I have found that I sent my kids to where they actually learned a lot more than what I have taught them.
– Coach Reinhart
Jason's work ethic, attention to detail, and skills make him one of the best skills and fundamental instructors in the country.
– Jason Richardson #23 Golden State Warriors
As a father of an 11 year old daughter and veteran of numerous camps and clinics, I found the Otter School of Basketball to be the most intense and useful training program on the market. The training translates into better game performance, because the training is at the same or greater intensity and speed as a game.
– Sam Sweet, Parent & Attorney (Detroit, MI)
Jason is a great teacher of the game; he understands what motivates players to develop themselves to their full potential. His camps provide every player with the tools to do just that.
– Keith Haske, Varsity Coach - Michigan Coach of the Year
In talking with my daughter, she had a great time at the 4-day skills camp. She worked very hard and was exhausted each night which was a good thing. She got exposure on what it is to work hard. Most girl players do not see that type of work ethic and intensity.
– R. Galac
In this day and age where young people are constantly playing games in their leagues and camps, Jason Otter provides extraordinary dedication and personal attention to individual player skill development.
– Coach Fulcher
Jason provides the type of training that so many committed ballers need. Set your goals, push yourself and the sky is the limit…
– Mike Boening, Director-MI Shock Girls AAU Club
He can do things with the basketball that I can’t even do.
– Isiah Thomas NBA Legend
My daughter is a late starter in the game of basketball. Because of Jason's training methods and techniques, she has quickly surpassed the majority of her competition.
– Ken Bennick, Parent
Jason's “what is your goal” message is what more players need to truly be a great player!
– Mike Boening, Director-MI Shock Girls AAU Club
Thank you Lori for your hard work, attention to detail and keeping us well informed throughout the camp. Thank you Jason and the coaches for making this such a phenomenal camp. It is very obvious that Jason has a true desire to help these kids take their game and their life to the next level. In 5 minutes with him you feel more energized about your life.
– S. Duncan
It is very refreshing to see so much passion and commitment to excellence from Jason and his staff.
– Scott Marshall, St. Ignace Recreation Director
Pushing yourself to be a great player is the only acceptable method at the Jason Otter School of Basketball.
– Mike Boening, Director-MI Shock Girls AAU Club
I just wanted to say thanks for a great camp. My son complained and complained after the first day and then started to understand what a workout and commitment really is. By the end of the week he was in better shape and had more energy. Thank you Jason and his staff.
– D. Branney
My son has been to many other camps, but this one had a direct impact in a way that none other have had. I think the work goes beyond basketball commitment, work ethic and pushing outside the comfort zone. Great stuff!
– M. Joseph
Jason challenges our players to come out of their comfort zone and challenge themselves while training. A one hour group workout with Jason does more than 3 hours of practice time.
– Mike Boening, Director-MI Shock Girls AAU Club
It is very comforting to know that when my son is at an Otter basketball camp, I have done everything I can as a parent to provide him the best possible training. He has become a tireless worker at the game after just one year of having that concept instilled by Jason.
– Scott Phillippi, Xenia, OH
If you want to separate yourself from other players your age and attain a higher level of game then attend Jason's Camps.
– Joe Dietz, Canton, IL
Our daughter has been to a few other basketball camps in Michigan and your camp has set the standard that I would compare any other camp to. She said she learned more in the first workout than at any other camp she has attended.
– Jack A. Vander Maas, Parent
Other basketball camps concentrate their efforts on keeping the young player entertained with games, Jason Otter's School of Basketball eliminates the fluff and drives home the importance of drills, work ethic, pushing the developing player outside their comfort zone and life lessons in hard work.
– Coach Fulcher
I just want to thank you for getting Trisha into the camp Lori. She cam home with such a positive attitude about her playing ability and her overall attitude about her game. She has a whole new perspective on the game. This is certainly going to help her this coming year/week with high school tryouts and games. Thank you Jason.
– P. Furan
The things my son and daughter learned in Jason’s camp will not only help them in their basketball careers but will also help them in life. It helps when they hear those things from more than just Mom and Dad. Thanks!
– Denny Sauers, Woodland, MI
I've sent my kids to other camps and afterwards I thought it was little more than ‘basketball daycare’. Jason Otter’s training is not like that. Jason is energetic and engaged; he's a great communicator; he practices enthusiastic discipline and he's a top notch instructor.
– Michael Crisp, Issaquah, WA
The 3 boys that went together to your 4-Day Camp were all younger kids. The first day was tough for them. It was a real eye opener. Having coached 12 years of varsity basketball I tried to prepare them mentally. I this know it was beneficial to their skill development. Thank you for the opportunity.
– Coach Lu B
Kudos to Mr. Otter, Lori and the staff of coaches. Every night my daughter came home sore and exhausted, but looked forward to going back the next day. Hands down, this was/is the best money we have ever spent. We will be back next year
– Don Koneval
I have worked with Jason for years and I can attest he can make an average player a great player.
– Emily Damuth, Team Captain Colgate College
My son attended three basketball camps last summer. He walked away from Jason's camp far more improved than any other camp or basketball experience in the past. We love Jason's hard core workout!
– Debbie Blessing
The intensity and discipline of your camp and the knowledge you and all of your coaches was amazing. Your skills and thoughts and teachings are tremendous. The notes my son took, there are pages. I sincerely thank you for turning the flame in Nico into all out fire. . He can't wait until next year.
– K. Conti
I know there weren't many overnight campers, but I truly felt they missed out on the whole experience. Taylor enjoyed that time getting to know Jason and the other coaches. This was a terrific learning experience, one I know she will never forget. She can't wait until next year!
– S. Duncan
My daughter, a post player, has attended both a one day camp and two seven-week training sessions. Her ball handling and offensive moves have improved greatly through these workouts. The best part of the workouts is that it has given her the confidence to try new offensive moves in game settings.
– Sam Sweet, Parent & Attorney (Detroit, MI)
My son attended 3 camps this summer and LOVED them. His coaches are impressed by his shooting form and his quick defense. Everything that I believe he received from Jason’s awesome intensity and the way he runs his camps. I think it was the best thing I could have done for my son both in a mental and physical way.
– Sue Dalzin, West Allis, WI
Jason's work ethic, attention to every movement, breaking down each drill/skill makes him one of the best instructor's I have ever worked with.
– Jeremiah Hamlet, Athletes in Action.