Wildcats Welcome Dads and Daughters to Annual Basketball Camp
The Joe Craft Center was packed with Wildcat dads and daughters on Sunday afternoon for the annual father-daughter basketball camp. The event, hosted by Kentucky basketball’s head coach Mark Pope and his daughter, was a huge success, with attendees participating in dribbling drills, watching film, and shooting practice.
Father and daughter having fun on the court
“We love the game of basketball and I love teaching her new things and just the experience altogether,” said Brandon Graves, a participating dad. His daughter, Kate Adkins, echoed the sentiment, saying, “There was so much fun things that we got to do, and I just loved all the time we got to spend with our dad.”
The camp was an ideal Father’s Day activity for many of the dads in attendance. “It’s just a great chance for me to bring my daughters along, spend time with the girls I love, and the things that are most important to me, and mix them with my favorite hobby, which is Kentucky basketball,” said Brian Adkins, Kate’s dad.
Dads and daughters having fun on the court
The event also included a daddy-daughter dance, which was taught by Coach Pope’s daughters. The dance was a highlight of the day, with many of the dads and daughters showing off their best moves.
Dads and daughters dancing together
The camp was a great opportunity for the dads and daughters to spend quality time together and create lasting memories. “We spend a lot of time together throughout the week, but it’s great to see all these other dads enjoying their daughters and enjoying coach Pope and all of the things that he’s doing here at Kentucky,” said Scott Singer, a participating dad.
Coach Pope with his daughters
The event was a huge success, with many of the attendees already looking forward to next year’s camp. “All of the players seem really nice, and the new coach seems really nice too,” said Daley Singer, Scott’s daughter.
Kentucky basketball players
The annual father-daughter basketball camp is a great way for dads and daughters to spend time together and enjoy their love of basketball. It’s an event that is sure to continue to be a hit with Wildcat fans for years to come.
