Basketball camp packing list for kids
Your child is signed up for a basketball camp or the first season with a club, and the big question is: what do we pack? Relax. A good bag does not need much. This packing list is made for parents of børn who are just getting started, with simple advice you can use for any practice or camp day.
Start with the basics
Always check what your camp or club tells you first. If they ask for something specific, that comes before this list. For everything else, here is a simple way to think about it.
Basketballtøj: what to wear
Comfortable, loose basketballtøj is the goal. A jersey and shorts let your child move freely, and a reversible jersey is handy because one piece gives you two looks. Read our guide on reversible basketball jerseys for practice to see how they work.
Not sure about sizes? Kids grow fast, so measure before you order. Use our Size Guide and the jersey and shorts size guide for kids. Browse Kids & Youth or complete matching sets to find a look your child likes.
Socks and shoes
Pack clean socks, ideally an extra pair. See our socks collection. Shoes should be clean indoor shoes that fit well, with a little room to grow. Shoes are best tried on in a shop.
A ball of their own
Many kids love bringing their own ball, and it makes extra reps at home easy. Not sure of the size? Our guide on which basketball size your child needs helps you choose. Have a look at the Official Zwish Basketball or the full basketballs collection.
The camp bag checklist
Print it, screenshot it or keep it in your notes:
- Jersey and shorts, plus a spare shirt
- Clean socks (an extra pair)
- Indoor basketball shoes that fit
- A water bottle with their name on it
- A snack, if the camp allows it
- A towel or a W Sweatband
- A ball, if your child wants to bring one
- A bag to carry it all
- Any personal items your child needs, such as medicine, with a note for the coach
Small things that make a big difference
Name everything
Write your child's name on bottle, bag and clothes. At a busy gym, things get mixed up fast.
Think about layers
Halls can feel warm or cool. A light extra layer for before and after practice is a good idea. For more on base layers, see compression gear for young basketball players or browse the training gear collection.
Pack together the night before
Let your child help pack the bag. It builds good habits, and they will know where everything is. Dit input = dit output.
Before the first day
- Check the start time and the address
- Check what the camp or club asks you to bring
- Talk to your child about having fun and meeting new friends
Curious about our own programme? Have a look at ZWISH Camps, for players from U7 to U15, and check the page for the latest information. Want to know what a camp day looks like? Read what happens at a ZWISH camp.
Need a gift or a first kit?
If you are building a starter kit, our basketball gifts for kids and starter kit checklist has more ideas. Free shipping in Denmark from 499 kr. Questions? Contact us. We reply in English and Danish. See you on court.
Shop the kit
- Kids & Youth – clothing in youth sizes
- Socks – pack a spare pair
- Basketballs – if your child brings their own
- Training gear – for practice days