Camp Details

The Big Kev Giveback Sports Camp was created to honor the legacy of Kevin Weems by bringing athletes, coaches, mentors, and community leaders together to pour back into Topeka youth.

The camp is designed to give young athletes a positive, high-energy experience centered around sports, mentorship, confidence, teamwork, and community pride. Campers will have the opportunity to learn from experienced athletes and coaches while being encouraged to grow both on and off the court or field.

Camp Date: Friday, June 26, 2026
Camp Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Check-In Begins: 8:15 AM

Families should plan to arrive early enough to complete check-in before camp begins. Additional arrival, parking, and facility details will be shared on the Location page.

BKGB Sports Camp is open to youth athletes in the eligible camp age or grade range listed on the registration form. Campers do not need to be advanced athletes to participate. The camp is designed to welcome different experience levels.

Athletes may participate in basketball, football, or both, depending on the registration options available. Campers will be grouped by age and/or skill level when possible to help create a safe, supportive, and competitive environment.

Campers will take part in a full day of sports, skill development, mentorship, and community connection.

Basketball
Campers will work on fundamentals such as ball handling, shooting, passing, defense, footwork, teamwork, and game awareness.

Football
Football participants will focus on movement, agility, catching, route running, defensive skills, position basics, teamwork, and competitive drills.

Multi-Sport Athletes
Athletes interested in both basketball and football may have the opportunity to participate in both camp experiences, depending on the camp schedule and registration selection.

Mentorship
Beyond drills and games, campers will connect with athletes, coaches, and leaders who understand how sports can build discipline, confidence, leadership, and life skills.

Each registered camper receives access to the camp experience, coaching, mentorship, lunch, and a commemorative camp shirt.

The camper registration fee is $10 per athlete. Community support, donations, and sponsorships help keep the cost low for families and allow the camp to continue providing a meaningful experience for youth athletes.

To participate in BKGB Sports Camp, families must complete both steps:

Step 1: Register and pay the $10 camp admission through the official registration form.
Step 2: Complete the required Waiver & Emergency Contact Form.

Registration is not complete until both steps are finished. Campers will not be allowed to participate without a completed waiver.

Link to Register
Link to Waiver

Campers should come prepared for an active day of sports.

Recommended items include:

• Athletic clothing

• Basketball shoes, training shoes, or cleats if applicable

• Water bottle

• Any required personal medical items

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Campers do not need to bring their own basketball or football unless instructed otherwise.

Camp activities will take place at Washburn University facilities. Families should review the Location page before camp day for check-in instructions, parking details, facility locations, and drop-off/pick-up guidance.

Because camp may use multiple facilities for basketball, football, lunch, and check-in, families should follow the most current location instructions posted on the site.

View Location Page

Mental Performance & Wellness Night takes place the evening before BKGB Sports Camp and is focused on confidence, resilience, stress management, mental performance, and life beyond sports.

This event is open to student athletes ages 12+, parents, coaches, and athletic staff. Wellness Night and BKGB Sports Camp are separate events and require separate registrations.

Families who want to attend both should complete both registration forms.

Register for Wellness Night

BKGB Sports Camp is made possible through community support, donations, and sponsorships. Contributions help cover camper costs, meals, shirts, equipment, facility needs, and the overall camp experience.

The long-term goal is to continue reducing barriers for families and make the camp accessible to as many youth athletes as possible.

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