Great Players that highlight past camp rosters: Rex Chapman, Tim Couch, Richie Farmer, Travis Ford, Pat Graham, Darren Hancock, Allen Houston, Jack Ingram, Jimmy Jackson, Dan Langhi, Derek Lowe, A.J. Moye, Brad Miller, Larry O’Bannon, Jared Odle, Scott Padgett, John Pelphrey, Felton Spencer, Scott Sutton, Sean Sutton, DeJuan Wheat, and Albert White are a few of the big names who have attended Rick Bolus’ camps. Many college games on television have a past camper performing. For example, 3 out of 4 teams in the 2005 Final Four had a former camper playing for them. Also, several campers throughout the years have been listed in the Street & Smith’s Basketball Yearbook for the boy’s High School All-American Teams.

Quotes on Rick Bolus the Camp Director

Woody Biggs (Parent-OH) “I want to thank you for directing a camp that was fun, educational and helped improve my son’s skills. It was a great week. The camp was well organized, your staff was courteous and helpful, and it was full of activities that improved his skills and helped him grow as a basketball player.”

Jay Cline (Parent-OH) “I am registering my son William Cline for your camp for the second year in a row. He really enjoyed it last summer, and felt like he got a lot out of the camp.”

Angie Copley (Parent-KY) “My two sons came to one of your camps last year and loved it!"

Chris Corder (Coach at Radcliff North Hardin, KY) “I want to thank you again for the best run camp I’ve ever been involved in.”

A. J. Decker (Parent-KY) “My son, Adam Decker, said he really enjoyed the Blue-Chip Camp this week and wished he had attended in previous years.”

Chris Fitzgerald (Coach at Somerset Southern Middle School, KY) “I attended your camps many years ago and feel that it was a huge help for me getting a basketball scholarship at Eastern Kentucky University in 1995. I am now a boy’s basketball coach and I am wanting to bring a team of players for your Junior High Division.”

Carlos Hayes (Parent-KY) “I would like to thank you for letting my son participate in your wonderful camp. Everyday, I drove down to watch games and they were serious. Watching team loyalty compete at such a high level was a sight to behold.”

Tommy Hutson (Coach at Lexington Christian Academy, KY) “You run a great camp and I am sure we will send several players back next year. All of our boys had a blast. I think the camp set us up nicely for the coming season.”

Rick Ingle (Coach at Miami Valley Christian Academy, OH) “As a 2 time former camper of your High Potential Blue-Chip Camps (1982, 1983), and now a High School Head Coach, I have seen first hand your solid evaluation of up and coming basketball players.”

Eric Jones (Coach at Winter Garden West Orange, FL) “The camp experience was awesome and very helpful. As a matter of fact we will be attending your July session. Please make room for 8-10 players.”

Paul Kamikawa (Coach at Rockwood, TN) “Our players have always enjoyed your camp. You do a great job of getting kids exposure. Thanks again.”

Onnie Kirk (Parent-TN) “I am bringing Immanuel, our fourth son, to Blue-Chip. The other three (Isaac, Israel, and Isaiah) all are Blue-Chip alumni and are playing college ball. Thanks for your excellence!!”

Rick Neltner (Parent, KY) “As a result of the Blue Chip Camp and his association with Rick Bolus, my son was able to get the recognition throughout the state of Kentucky to be voted Mr. Basketball in 2003.”

Rick Niemi Coach at Monroe Jefferson, MI) “I just arrived home from the Blue-Chip Camp and came away very impressed with everything that you and your staff are doing. Everything is top-notch; from the organization, coaches, the college setting, the games, stations and the players.”

Mark Ricketts (Parent-TN) “I just wanted to send a quick note of thanks to you and your organization. My son, Zach Ricketts, just returned from your High Potential/Blue-Chip Camp and was blown away by the entire experience. He raved about his coach, the daily stations, the facilities, the level of competition, etc. I am positive that this experience will greatly impact his upcoming senior basketball season, and hopefully, fulfill his aspirations of playing college basketball.”

Marty Williams (Parent-FL) “Brett just finished an excellent sophomore season. He was recently voted by the coaches as Class 3A, District 8 Player of the Year. We believe attending your camp was one of the factors in the improvements he made which allowed him to perform as he did this season.”

Keith Adkins (Coach at Campbellsville University) “The best high school recruiting service available! Thanks Rick!”

Kevin Agee (National Collegiate Scouting Association) “I have followed you over the years and continue to keep up with your scouting reports on high school prospects along with the Blue-Chip Basketball Camp. I’ve talked to many college coaches who respect your evaluation on prospects and subscribe to your service! You’re definitely a big name in the world of basketball!”

Clark Francis (The Hoop Scoop) “Bolus has been involved in high school basketball for 30 years and as a result, is widely regarded as the foremost authority on high school basketball in Kentucky.”

Bob Gibbons (All-Star Sports Report) “As always, Rick Bolus is the best in the Midwest.”

Mark Harden (Coach at Cincinnati Christian University) “I was glad to get down to camp for a few days last week. You guys do a great job.”

Eddie Oliver (HoopsUSA) “Rick Bolus is one of the true class people in the game.”

Happy Osborne (Head Coach at Georgetown College) “I appreciate all the hard work you put into your service. In my 25+ years at Georgetown, your service has been invaluable.”

Randy Ward (Game Director, Ohio-Kentucky All-Star Game) “When selecting players for the Ohio-Kentucky All-Star Game we use the High Potential® Basketball Recruiting Service as the official guide for locating the top players in the states of Ohio and Kentucky. It saves our All-Star Committee many miles of travel.”

(College Coach from state of Kentucky) “High Potential is an excellent tool for us and has been monumental towards our recruiting efforts.”

(College Coach from the state of New York) “I have read your recruiting report for sometime now and you do a great job.”

(College Coach from the state of North Carolina) “I just want to take the opportunity to thank you for the showcase you had at Georgetown and the newsletters that you put out.”

(College Coach from the state of Ohio) “I have been pleased with your two sessions of boy’s camp. I was impressed with a large number of kids and wish to receive their home addresses and phone numbers to contact the campers. Thanks for your help and I look forward to seeing more of your camps in the future.”

(College Coach from the state of Ohio) “Your service has really helped us in our recruitment of Kentucky, Indiana and Ohio. Great Job!! Will use this service throughout coaching career.”

(College Coach from state of South Carolina) “We are grateful for all you do for the sport of basketball.”