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TESTIMONIALS: The Maximizer: The Leadership and Management Style of A Women of Excellence

I really enjoyed watching “Front Row with Hanks” today because I feel he dealt with important issues that we as women encounter everyday of our lives. The presentation was very powerful and touching. Hanks was a great speaker, keeping the audience informed and entertained with his humor.
Danielle Grundy, Dartmouth College ’05, Forward on Nationally Ranked Women’s Ice Hockey Team

You are great in front of an audience-you have great stage presence…I think you also draw the audience in with content.
Thien-Fah Mah, Post-Doctural Fellow, Dartmouth College

If you think that Hanks is going to introduce a list of resume-building tricks that will make you a woman of excellence, don't even bother listening to him. His presentations are REAL. He prefers to focus on what is already there, waiting to be discovered, instead of employing future tenses. Excellence is so much about BEING this or that instead of HAVING ACCOMPLISHED this or that. It's about the attitude, not the outcome. For if we are real in the first place, you will eventually reach real destinations.
Magdalena Panz, Dartmouth College ‘04

I really enjoyed Hanks' presentation this morning on “Women of Excellence.” This theme took the audience further than just presenting the struggles that women as an oppressed group go through as Hanks enlightened us with personal stories of the women who touched his life, and the qualities he admired in them. In this way I think the audience really appreciated and took his points to heart. I really liked his point about the difference between character and personality. It made me think about how one can alter their outward appearance and thus, their personality; however, what really matters in life is one's character and the values he/she holds within his/herself. It is truly those qualities which matter as they choose to live their lives and determine their decisions.
Stephanie Cochran, Dartmouth College ‘05, Former Goalie on Nationally Ranked Ice Hockey Team


YOU were amazing. The "Woman of Excellence" presentation was a reassuring, uplifting, and encouraging program that served to boost and foster the courage I need to be the woman I am and will become. During my formative years, my mother ingrained in me many of the same messages Hanks mentioned in his presentation. Yet there was something intrinsically wonderful about hearing them again from Hanks' perspective. His construction of what it means to be a woman of excellence, given his standing as a strong, intelligent black male-- at this point in my life, helped me realize how important it is for me not to give up on achieving my dreams. It encouraged me to look at what I am doing in my life, at this moment, and re-evaluate how it relates or contributes to my long term goals. Hanks presence is magnetic. He spoke truthfully from his heart and encouraged the audience to soar well beyond the limits of expectations placed on us. Presentations of this caliber should be delivered on a more regular basis. I am grateful to have had the experience of listening to a presentation that has further motivated my desire to be a woman of excellence.
Sagine Gousse, Dartmouth College ‘05


Hanks is a natural in front of the camera and in front of the audience. He's not shy or awkward and is willing to take risks. His presentation on "Women of Excellence" was very professionally put together. The music and discussion sessions worked well. The content was wonderful to hear, and especially great since it was coming from a black male and former-athlete/model. And his presentation stuck with me. I actually found myself quoting him to my mom the other day!
Jennifer Wilson, Graduate Dartmouth College ‘05


Hanks’ talk of “Women of Excellence” was exceptionally well organized in terms of substantive content and style of presentation. I believe the clarity of his presentation reflects the clarity of his thinking and is indicative of an excellent ability to structure an idea appropriately for the audience.”
Jian Sun, Graduate Student Dartmouth College


The presentation on “Women of Excellence” was extraordinary. I gained a lot from the talk, as I often question my abilities, my purpose, my meaning. I felt honored to attend such a special event where there were so many gifted people willing to participate. I was also able to find reassurance in the thought that I indeed do have abilities, purpose and meaning. I will strive to be a woman of excellence.
Olivia M. Nunez, Dartmouth College ‘05


I very much liked the atmosphere that you put forth and the information that you provided. You allowed the women to see themselves as women of excellence already while giving advice and encouragement on how to improve for the future. Very good job! I enjoyed it much.”
Zana Z. Bugaighis, Dartmouth College ‘05


Hanks, What a wonderful presentation! I really didn’t know you could do it! But you did…You touched the hearts (and the minds) of every person—mostly women, of all ages!...in that room. It was wonderful to see your text and our photos brought to life by your presentation style…funny, touching. Savvy…heartfelt and honest….Great use of soundtrack…I’m so glad to have had the opportunity to hear you tell your story.
Kathy S. Weaver, Assistant Director Women’s Science Project


I really enjoyed your presentation. The music, the slides, your words. They were very powerful and well articulated. I would have loved to see a slide of your mother and your auntie. I was curious to see their faces for some reason and connect their wisdom with the face. You are a very good public speaker and have great presence and ability to hold our attention. You carried the presentation extremely well. I happen to believe that all women are women of excellence. It's how they express their individuality, face their challenges, and reveal their character that set them apart from other women. We need these role models to help guide other women who haven't yet blossomed through presentations such as yours. We also need women to be more appreciated for their contributions to the world and humanity through presentations such as yours. Congratulations. I'm very proud of you.
Lisa M. Green (Former Assistant to the Director of Alumni Relations at Dartmouth College)


I was entertained and kept focused on the presentation. I would say to a friend that Front Row with Hanks are presentations of inspirational topics for both women and men. A woman of excellence has a road map to life and she knows what she wants! You made me look at myself and say "I am a “woman of excellence.” I don't think I give myself enough credit sometimes for all the things that I do and you made me see that. Thanks for inviting me and keep up the great work!
Heidi Jones, Dartmouth College Card Office Manager

I was fortunate to see part of the “Women of Excellence” above presentation, which was delivered in a very engaging fashion by Hanks. The topic and related content was both interesting and well researched, however the quality and style of delivery simply brought the topic to life. The presentation was well structured, very informative and where appropriate proposed theories were supported by both scientific and anecdotal evidence, with a clever but natural hint of humor throughout. In general, I found the presentation of “Women of Excellence” to be informative, thought provoking and extremely enjoyable.
Coach Angela Hind, Assistant Coach Women's Soccer, Dartmouth College


I had soooo much fun, you are quite the dancer yourself! You were strong and got your point across. Your personal anecdotes supported your presentation with humor and evoked just the right emotions. At the beginning of your presentation, I looked around the room and saw a room full of curious women. At the end, I saw a community. You thanked women. I think that it would be inappropriate of me, as a woman, not to thank you. Thank you for showing me that there is a community out there. That there are “women of excellence” with the strength to speak out.
Liz Acord, Dartmouth College ‘05

TESTIMONIALS: Winners in Business

One of the best crafted motivational presentations, I've seen. Hanks has a direct lead on the keys to personal credibility and success. A powerful message for those who want to take command of their lives and careers.
Jim Jackson, President of The Essex Group

TESTIMONIALS: The Hook Up Culture

I still haven't found what I'm looking for...
Hanks-

I thought your speech was impressive.  The message was well received by my players.  I look forward to meeting you down the road.  Good luck to you in your travels.
Sherry B. Levin
Events Coordinator
Head Girls' Basketball Coach
Worcester Academy
Hi Hanks.

It was a pleasure and an honor meeting you recently at WA. The work you are doing with teenagers is so important. The fact that you are taking the time and making the effort to help our kids make their way through a difficult period in their lives, when they are struggling with adult issues but still being teenagers, is truly commendable. Kudos for capturing and holding the attention of more than 500 high school students and faculty for your entire presentation! The topic of "hooking up" is certainly one which is on their minds, and you addressed it very directly and in a way they could all "get." Thank you once again for helping guide our students to make better decisions!
Barbara Strogoff
Worcester Academy Development Assistant

Phillips Exeter

"Thank you for your powerful Assembly. Please continue to share your valuable message to encourage women to embrace moral integrity. Let them know it is fashionable to wait for the 'right one.' All my best on your journey." Mary Frances Dagostino, Phillips Exeter Academy

Westover Students

As a student at an all girls prep school, I found it quite reassuring that Hanks is praising the value of a woman to the international community. His appreciation of women and desire to promote respect of oneself and others are refreshing and unique. Hanks is unlike any other speaker in that his message is made more powerful by the evident strength of his own character. Emily Notaro, Westover Senior (National Merit Scholar)

Even before I stepped into the chapel, I knew that your speech would be great because of the preceding conversations we shared over the weekend. From the moment I met you, I was intrigued by the topic of your discussion. But after hearing your inspiring and enthusiastic talk, I believe it. Your speech helped me to see how important it is to be an independent and confidant woman, I will never settle for anything less than the best because I now know that I, as well as all women, deserve it. Catherine Gross (Westover Junior)

Even though I missed most of your talk, I thought that the parts I was able to hear were very inspirational. Everything you said made a clear point and the examples you told were a very good example of how girls should act and think. I don't think that girls would have ever thought that the "hook up" was that degrading to ourselves. Thank you so much for coming!! Lauren Mathieu (LMI) (Westover Senior)

I was so happy that I could make your presentation because I absolutely loved it! Your enthusiasm and love for your topic made the presentation really fun to listen to and watch. I loved how you engaged us by having us clap our hands and say "What-Eveerr!" While having a great time during your presentation, I was also able to learn how to be a better, more powerful woman. Thank you so much for your inspiring speech and I hope to see you again soon! Love your little sis, D'Arcy Snodgrass (Westover Junior)

I went to your presentation and I won’t lie, I do not really listen to what people have to say usually, but you got to know me and so I thought I would give you a chance…what you said today, allowed me to believe that there are some men out there that will respect me and treat me right. Your talk today, I do not know why,"gave me hope"... thank you for what you have done for me, although we have only talked in total for a few hours I consider you a dear friend and I am glad that you have entered my life. Sarah Lapin (Westover Junior)

Westover Faculty

In an all girls school we don't have as many worries about our girls on a daily basis with their relationships with boys. That is not to say that they don't have plenty of opportunities to encounter boys and have not already been exposed to the "hook-up culture". Of course they are very aware and have already been exposed to a great deal of decision making on that front. The presentation Hanks gave was, I think, a gift to our girls for when they do go off to college and to the daily co-ed environment that is awaiting them. Hanks described to them how to be proud of who and what they are and encouraged them to make their own decisions on the type of lifestyle they want to have. He made it clear that the choice is solely theirs and that they need to be strong enough and proud enough of their own selves to make that choice. Hanks described the thinking that goes on in a girls head as opposed to the thinking that goes on in a young man's head. He described to them what a physical relationship without love means to a woman and what a physical relationship without love means to a man. I hope that it was an eye opener for the girls and I hope that it is one they will remember for a long time. Hanks is a very dynamic speaker and gets the audience involved in a very hip way. They were engaged and entertained during the talk! Hanks stayed at our school for over a week due to scheduling issues and he became beloved among our students even before his presentation. He personally is a very soft spoken, kind, and open human being. That is how he won over the girls. Then in his presentation he is dynamic and entertaining. An amazing person! Deborah Verzino (Westover Math Teacher and Senior Class Dean)

I had the great fortune to meet and work with Hanks Johnson Oshinaike this past week as he presented his workshop. As a teacher and a parent of teenagers, I appreciate and applaud Hanks’ message and approach. As he works to empower young women, to educate them to acknowledge and honor their core values, he seeks to raise the bar for their decision making with regard to their sexual behavior. He speaks from the heart, with substantial literary and cultural references, about the importance of maintaining self-respect in the arena of teenage relationships. Hand-in-hand with empowering the young women, he challenges the young men to assess and then redirect their own behavior, to be men of character. Fully understanding this his ideas may be met with resistance, he doggedly presses on, undeterred by stubbornly held belief systems, because he has made it his mission to uncover what he describes as one of society’s biggest lies. Hanks identified himself as protective big brother to these young people, and his message was met with earnest attention. He is a force for positive change in the lives of young people, and I would endorse him in any future venue. Marla Truini (Director of Drama/Outreach)

It was so great to meet you when you came to Kent to talk about “the hook up culture”. Your speech was very empowering and exciting. Thanks so much for coming to speak at Kent. I am so thrilled that I met you! Jessica Truelove, Kent Senior
I enjoyed your speech today in Kent School, I am a male, but I agree women should get the same respect and get reminded of how much power they have. Kent Shermond Wong, Kent Junior

TESTIMONIALS: "Is a good man hard to find?”

Hanks presentation was surprisingly insightful in its understanding of the female psyche. His presentation was uplifting, educational, and personal while remaining entertaining and enjoyable. His use of music, dance, and audience participation created a unique format in which he addresses very serious issues such as love and self-respect. I encourage all who can to go and see Hanks as he shares his own incredible personal strength and convictions of female dignity with his audience.
Lauren Pfisterer, (Psychology Major and Pre-Med) Dartmouth College ‘06

Well, just for the record, you did an amazing presentation tonight. Despite the fact that I've known you for years and I thought I'd heard your philosophies, you really impacted me."
Stacy Kourlis, Dartmouth College '06

Hanks…a man with a great talent to touch people’s hearts. This is exactly what he does in “Front Row with Hanks.” A great show with lots of action and entertainment. Hanks kept the audience alive with active participation and music to lighten up the mood. Hanks is one of a kind, it doesn’t take a long time to realize that.
Danielle Grundy, Dartmouth College ‘05 Forward Women’s Ice Hockey

You seem to have the unique quality of making a person feel special for being who they are. All I can say is you are one of a kind and going to make some woman of excellence extremely happy.
Loni BreMiller Dartmouth College ’05 and Captain Women’s Ice Hockey

"Tired of the games your man has been playing on you? Tired of not knowing if the man in your life is being true, honest, and straightforward with you? Tired of spending your time, even wasting it, looking for Mr. Right? Well, it is time to "exhale" and get things turned around. If you are ready to take charge of your life and really have some fun, then it is time for you to know about the "FRONT ROW WITH HANKS". Hanks Johnson Oshinaike (actor, entertainer, model, and inspirational speaker) has put together something really special for one and all that deals directly with the nature of "relationships". Armed with an Ivy League education and more than a decade of research and inquiry, Hanks' presentations bring to the forefront the kind of information and knowledge that will open your eyes and help you see things clearly. "FRONT ROW WITH HANKS" has the uncanny ability to "pull you in" as if it was talking about you and your own personal experience. So whenever Mr. Johnson and the "FRONT ROW WITH HANKS" are in your neighborhood, treat yourself to something wonderful by taking advantage of them. You'll be soooooo glad you did.
Nels Armstrong, Special Assistant to the President, Dartmouth College

Hanks said a lot of things that resonated with me personally. Hearing Hanks talk, hearing the strength of his conviction, really confirmed my faith in what I thought I had known all my life. Hearing someone else have the same sort of beliefs and hopes for the future…recognizing reality, but being insistent on one day finding the sort of person one is looking for ANYWAY…especially coming from an attractive guy who one imagines could technically speaking have any woman he wants…that was a relief and a bit of a faith booster…to know that there are people like this out there, even men, and that the right sorts of people eventually will meet each other. We all get more or less the sort of person that we deserve…the right sort of people attract each other. That’s natural.
Dartmouth College ‘04

I just wanted to take a second and thank you for taking time last night and speaking to the group. Although this is supposed to be written in regards to your talk, it is worth noting at the start that although the material was good, it was your charisma and confidence that truly drove the presentation. Your presence in front of an audience is strong, confident, and charming to say the least...not bad characteristics for a motivational speaker of sorts.

Many women of my age claim they know and understand the disastrous effects of the frat-basement lifestyle and a series of first dates that lead to nothing substantial, but hearing such evidence from a male who has viewed such scenarios from many different angles gives it a bit more creditability. It is important for us as college-aged women to feel empowered, worthy, confident and strong as we embark on the rest of our lives ...lives full of people and situations that will actively look to support and destroy these feelings.

Your life experiences are truly remarkable and the trials and tribulations that you have faced demonstrate your courage and determination. Your experiences with strong women, in combination with your academic achievements in the area of women's studies, give you enough knowledge on the subject to affect the lives of women by changing minds sets and helping them to acknowledge reality.

Ensuring women that we have a choice, that we don't have to sacrifice our minds or bodies for a man, and that there is a man of character somewhere in the world for each woman of excellence is especially relevant at this age. Thank you again for your time and hard work.

Kate Nugent Dartmouth College'06 (Your dance partner for the evening)

Front Row with Hanks is a highly entertaining as well as enlightening show. It will make you laugh and cry and think as well a offer some strategic advice on male/female relationships.
Priscilla F. Sears ph. D, Professor of English and Associate Professor of Women Studies, Dartmouth College

From: The London Law Review, hosts of “Is a good man hard to find?”
(Jan 2006, London)

Wonderful presentation. Hanks has delivered a truly inspirational, passionate and fantastically clear seminar on how to improve your life. Thank you, and well done!
Great presentation!!! Hanks and Alexia (Huffman)!!! Wonderful insights and what confidence! Could we get a list of the 8 pre-reqs?
Much love, Tina

Hanks, you exceeded my expectations. You were great! A lot of charm and hard work!
Julia

I attended the talk as a member of the London Law Review and Hanks professional and well-researched talk exceeded every expectation. Some of the things he talked about made me wish I had actually heard his speech 9 years ago!!! He is highly motivational and I wish we could keep in touch as my life Coach.
Mrs Sharon Aiakaye

Absolutely GREAT!! Powerful!!
Silke Durm

In his talk, “Is a good man hard to find?”/“So where is he?” Hanks answered the most significant question of a young woman’s life. Drawing his inspiration from personal experiences, Hanks sheds a little hope on a woman’s plight to discover a man of character and to settle for nothing less. In an upbeat presentation that will make a person want to get up and dance, Hanks challenges his audience to rethink the popular dating ideals and consider another practical approach.
Stella Treas Dartmouth College ‘04

Great job! hanks that was awesome. i am really impressed. you were great bro…
Danielle Grundy ’05

brilliant amazing beautiful powerful just the beginning! awesome job today....you surprised me once again!
Jennifer Wilson, Dartmouth College ‘05

TESTIMONIALS: "How To Achieve All Your Dreams In An Increasingly Competitive World"

Keep getting good speakers like today…Hanks was inspirational to us in the short session we had…perhaps we can get him back at another time. Thanks…..I would like this speaker to return…He was too handsome, it was a distraction!!

What did you like best about this workshop?

The flow of positiveness and hope….Motivational, Uplifting, Powerful

What did you like least about it? I wish it was longer.
Randy Young

What did you like best about this workshop? The positive feeling that I felt. I enjoyed hearing the journey of another person. I’d like to hear more people such as this speaker, I’m leaving here feeling good and with some direction.

Adele M. Ramos (Job Specialist/Network Group Facilitator/Networking Newsletter Editor) Hanks, I want to thank you for all of the time and caring effort you put into your presentation to the GNBCC Career Center's Networking Group. The presentation, “How To Achieve All Your Dreams In An Increasingly Competitive World,” was a huge success in every way, effectively due to your material, professionalism, charisma, organizational abilities, creativity, interpersonal skills, and expertise in the interview process. Not only did you leave a mark on our customers and entice them to "follow their dreams", you have also left a huge impression in my life. I will never forget our brief encounter and I thank you and my "manufacturer" for the opportunity to experience such a positive journey. Again for myself and on the behalf of the Network Group members, I want to say thank you for a very receptive and energetic presentation. I am certain it will make the job seeking journey our group members have ahead of them a more positive experience. Please keep in touch! I will be referring people to you for sure. Preferred contact: aramos@detma.org

Suffield Academy Students
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Hanks Johnson Oshinaike motivates students to achieve their dreams
Hanks Johnson Oshinaike was the speaker for this morning’s Chapel program. In an uplifting presentation, Hanks talked to our students about achieving their dreams. He focused on the importance of having a good heart, surrounding oneself with the right people, and always thinking positively. Hanks used his life experiences to build on his presentation about what it takes to embark on a successful journey in life, and what mistakes people commonly make.

Hanks graduated from Worcester Academy and Dartmouth College. He is a former professional basketball player, actor, model, and soon-to-be author. You can find out more about Hanks at  www.frontrowwithhanks.com.
Thanks for stopping by Suffield Academy and talking to us, you were very entertaining and I think we all learned a good deal from it. Sincerely, Brendan Teich
I just wanted to say that your presentation on Wednesday was truly inspiring and my friends and I really enjoyed it. It was also very entertaining, I loved all of the music!! If you get a chance please feel free to e-mail me back. You are a great role model, and I'm really glad you came to our school!! Thanks!!
Sincerely, Trish Kearney

TESTIMONIALS from CENTER COURT with HANKS

hey hanks! i'm so glad that i had the opportunity to work with you. it was an amazing experience! not only did i think that working one on one would help me but working with you made me so much better. you helped my shot out tremendously and i'll always remember to follow through, well i'm pretty sure for the most part. i'll always remember what you told me ...i as well loved that you told me what i should bring my game down too. it was so helpful having somebody tell me that because it will give me the opportunity and courage to take in everything you told me not only during games but practices too. you are awesome! i really don't know what else to say. also during the Titans season you helped us with our defensive work which will also help me in the years to come. i also loved it because i love playing defense. the camp was very good and i think it was a good idea to do the camp with kids one on one. i think it's so much better that way because you get so much more out of it working for one hour one on one opposed to going to a camp for a week where you don't get the attention you sometimes need. i can't even believe the things you told me and what you wrote about me. i never thought that in my life, i kinda always figured that i would never be good enough to play basketball in college. you changed my mind though. everything you've told me i've taken it to heart like you always say. you not only shared you're skills and knowledge of the game to me but you made me a better person as well. thanks for taking the time to help me out. i wish i could have been there for the last day...
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR EVERYTHING HANKS, YOU ARE ONE AMAZING PERSON!!!!!
Callie Bellimer, Junior, Woodstock Union High, VT


First off, I just want to thank you for all the time and effort that you put into this camp, and that you put into my life, and all the other players on the court. You are a great encouragement to me, and I'm sure to a lot of other people. You are a great basketball player with a lot of knowledge, but more than that, you have a great heart, and you really care about people. I don’t know if my dad told you or not, but up until this year I wasn’t even sure if I wanted to play basketball in college. Through your example, your words, and the little I know about your life, you have really encouraged me to look at myself, and ask a lot of questions. If it wasn’t for you, I would probably still be debating whether or not to play basketball in college. Like I said above, the camp was very good. I really enjoyed it, and learned a lot. You really pushed me, even though at times i was tired. It's good to be pushed, and I actually like it when I'm challenged to do my very best. Most people don't realize how much they are capable of doing. It's good to push through even if you're tired, it's a good lesson, one that has taken a long time for me to figure out. I loved this camp, it helped me to see the things that I do well, and the things I need to work on. I really do wish that you could be my coach, as in for like…. Ever. I mean, the impact you have had on me in the only the short months I have known you have been massive… just imagine what a couple years could do…I think it’s awesome that you brought up Lisa Leslie, she’s amazing (for many reasons), and I’ve always had a great deal of respect for her both as a player and as a person.
Abbie Seale, 16 years old

Thank you for a great camp! I really enjoyed it. In the beginning, I wasn't sure what we would be working on, and I have to admit I was kind of freaked out for the one on one coaching. I've never had that before. But everything that we worked on helped improve my game a lot more. Not immediately, but it was stuff I could take to practice later on to help my game. Thank you for showing me new moves that I can use later on in games to get rid of my opponents and score. I want to especially thank you for giving me the confidence I need. Thanks to you, I've been a lot more confident in taking shots. So basically, I loved your camp. Thanks again!
Stephanie Hinck, Sophomore, Hanover High, Hanover, NH

I thought that the camp was very helpful overall. It really got me thinking about what I, personally need to improve on to make my, and the team's game better. My shot, I think, really improved, however, I am still trying to get used to it. Thanks so much for your time, I think it was very, very helpful.
Lizzy Appleby, Sophomore, Hanover High, Hanover, NH

The best thing about the camp was that everyone had a different lesson because the hour was spent working on things that the individual needed to work on. For me, I don't really have access to gym that is close to me so I don't get to work on my shooting as often as I would like. Being able too spend the time working on my shot really helped and I feel a little more comfortable with taking shots now. The camp really helped me to improve my skills and I learned a lot.  It was a great experience, and I really hope you do it again next year.
Becca Valente, 14 years old

Hanks has been a great basketball coach for the last week. He has taught me so much that I will always use when I play. My shooting form has improved a ton. Hanks has showed me the correct form so that I don’t shoot with two hands and bad form anymore. Also, Hanks has taught me how to do the correct lay-up. Best of all, he taught me how to shoot with my left hand. Hanks taught me that...it is good, best, to be competitive against yourself, not against others. Hanks was very helpful as a coach. I hope to have more lessons with him again soon.
PS: Hanks has been a great coach and I’m sure he will coach champions.
Isabella Turchetta, 11 years old.

Center Court with Hanks was a great experience. Having the opportunity to have one-on-one help with someone who knows so much about basketball was incredibly helpful. It gave me the chance to ask questions and also listen to Hanks as he reinforced things like how holding a follow through and locking your elbow can help your shot improve tremendously. One-on-one allows frequent reminders that you would not always get in group sessions which helps improve my shot. Having a full day to work with Hanks and other kids trying to work on their game was great also. It was a chance to work with others as well as Hanks and I'm glad I got the chance to participate. I will carry the things I learned in this camp along with me as I work on improving my game. Thank you.
Marissa Findholt, Mascoma High, NH

I learned a lot at your camp. I thought that it was very great that I got to shoot a lot...and work on different ways to drive to the hoop. I very much liked the camp! I got a lot of feedback on my game and what to do better ...which I always like to hear! I would of loved if there was three days of one on one with you..and two days with the whole group. I have learned allot from you..and I very much appreciate it. I have grown with my confidence in shooting and in my goals...that I never thought I could do ..until you informed me that I very much could! Thank you so much!
Hartford High, VT,

I really enjoyed my time at your camp, and I think that you really helped improve my basketball skills. You helped me with my post moves, my shooting form, and most importantly my foul shots. I liked that it was just one on one for the whole session, because I felt like we were working directly to improve what I needed to, instead of a group of people. While the hour was very intense, it didn't seem drawn out because we were working to improve my skill. Although we worked on things that I already knew, we also worked on new techniques that could really improve my game overall. Now that the camp is over, it's up to me to utilize the new techniques that were taught in your camp.
Autumn Kariuki, Freshman, Kimball Union Academy, NH