Nav Bhatia’s basketball camp returns to Newton’s Grove School

Newton’s Grove School will host the only Ontario stop of Nav Bhatia’s Superfan Basketball Camp from Aug. 25 to 27 in Mississauga. The camp will bring 300 children ages 8 to 14 onto the court for skills training, confidence-building and sessions on diversity and inclusion.

Why it matters: - The camp gives young athletes a three-day basketball experience tied to confidence, teamwork and community values. - Newton’s Grove School is the only Ontario host, making the Mississauga stop the main provincial access point for the program. - The event also highlights the school’s effort to connect athletics, education and community programming.

What happened: - Newton’s Grove School said it will host Nav Bhatia’s Superfan Basketball Camp from Aug. 25 to 27, 2026. - The camp will take place at Newton’s Grove School in Mississauga, Ontario. - The school said 300 young Canadian athletes will take part. - A launch press conference is set for Tuesday, Aug. 25 at 10 a.m. at Newton’s Grove School. - Media were asked to RSVP to jerry@lma.ca.

The details: - The Jumpstart Superfan Fantasy Basketball Camp is open to boys and girls ages 8 to 14. - The camp runs daily from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. - Breakfast and lunch are included. - The program is designed to make kids feel like professional players. - Participants are “drafted” into NBA or WNBA teams as part of the experience. - Camp programming includes basketball skills training. - The camp also includes discussions on diversity, inclusion and community spirit. - Eva Diab, head of school at Newton’s Grove School, said the school is continuing an annual tradition and working with Nav Bhatia to bring the camp to the Mississauga community. - Newton’s Grove School’s address for the press event is 6850 Goreway Dr., Mississauga. - More information is available on Newton’s Grove School’s website.

Between the lines: - The camp fits Newton’s Grove School’s broader positioning as a private school that emphasizes small classes, enrichment and a mix of traditional academics and newer educational research. - The school’s partnership with Inspired Education Group adds a global-education angle to a local youth sports event. - The event also extends Nav Bhatia’s long-standing profile as the Raptors’ “Superfan” into community outreach.

What’s next: - The camp will run Aug. 25 through Aug. 27. - The launch press conference on Aug. 25 will likely set the tone for the three-day event. - Additional quotes, interviews and school tours can be arranged upon request.

The bottom line: - Newton’s Grove School is using a high-profile basketball camp to draw students, families and media attention while promoting youth confidence and community engagement.