THIS IS IT!

This is it! On Wednesday, November 11, 2009, I will be on an airplane headed to my next basketball home. I will be headed to Bakersfield, California, to participate in pre-season training camp for the Bakersfield Jam. The Bakersfield Jam is a NBA Development League franchise.

I remember when I could only wish for this opportunity when I first graduated from college and now it is right in front of me. Im encouraged with then chance to compete with such a competitive league. After a great season in the Premier Basketball League with the Vermont Frost-Heaves, earning all PBL honors and earning a spot on a list of top minor league players this summer, the NBA Development League has taken notice. I went to a try-out in San Francisco this summer and really did well and I made the cut allowing teams the chance to draft me. I have now earned the chance to compete for a spot on the team.

This summer was the launch of my vision of a fun, safe, and affordable basketball camp for kids in the community. The camp went great and the kids had so much fun, the flagship location for The Pro Experience Basketball Camp was in Grove City, Pennsylvania; the home of my high school alma mater, George Jr. Republic. I learned a lot from directing the camp activities that helped me as a player and coach. I have a new respect for the coaching profession. I also had the opportunity to train at Florida State University and was able to play with some very talented players, from the past and in the present. It really can say a lot about a program when “big time” D-1 coaches take the time out to help you even after you transferred from their school. Thanks Coach Jones…

I can say that this summer was really peaceful; I lived in the countryside of Jefferson County Florida population 13,000. I lived on a plot of land with my grandparents; I ran on clay dirt roads and meditated in front of bonfires. All in all, this summer was the summer I needed to take my game to that mental level of profound peace. With peace comes a higher sense of focus and confidence, which is the difference from minor league players and big league players.

I still have a lot of work to do; I am on the try-out roster, which means I have to make this team. So, “This Is It” a chance to take another small step forward towards my short term and long term goals. See you in Cali!

A PaGe ouT Of KObe'S neW B00K! ThE 666 Pre SeaSon WoRkoUt+ 30,000 mAde ShoTs IN 30 DAYS

After a very successful year with the Vermont Frost heaves, earning All Premier Basketball League honors, leading the Frost heaves to its first playoff appearance in the new more competitive PBL. Despite moderate success, I am working to take my game to that next level. To maximize the most of my off season training regimen, I felt convicted to make time for several other initiatives this summer. I wanted to give my body time to heal, spend time with my family and friends, and give back to my community.

1st initiative was to get healthy by taking my time and making sure that my body could withstand another physical season. After my annual check-up with Doctor Banks I got the all clear to play.

The next initiative was to spend more time with loved ones. This summer, I lived on my grandparent’s farm in Monticello, Florida and spent a lot of time with my family and friends. I also had the chance to spend time with my son, which was the highlight of my entire summer!

Additionally, I wanted to develop and launch the inaugural edition of the Pro Experience Basketball Camp for youth. It was a great opportunity and the kids learned so much from the Pro Experience that I have accumulated over the years.

After directing the Pro Experience Basketball Camp, the Eastern Conference Champion Orlando Magic invited me to join them on a trip to the Cayman Islands to help execute their inaugural Cayman Island Orlando Magic Basketball Camp. During the trip, I was able to work out for my first NBA scout, who attended the trip. I also gave him some film where I shot 9 out of 10 with no turnovers, and 8 rebs.

During this time of transition I have had the help and support of the guys at Florida State University, working out, getting the best treatment, training, and most importantly the tutelage and guidance of the coaching staff.

Now that all of my convictions been satisfied I’m focused, motivated and refreshed. My next goal is to take a page out of Kobe's Book "Doing Work", which is to make 30,000 shots in 30 days! This is one part of Kobe's 666 workout regimen. The 666 is a work out plan that requires 6 hours, 6 days, and 6 weeks of intense training. I realized that I am on several scout data bases around the US, (Portland, Phoenix, Sixers, Charlotte, New Orleans, Atlanta, Miami, Sacramento, and Clippers) I am going to work harder and more efficient this summer to get a great job over seas or here in America.

On The Road Again

Well, it's that time again! It's time to get ready to pack up and ship out! It's time to hit the road again. When I think about this time of the year and the ups and downs that all proffessional basketball players dread in the off season, I remember this scriptur to keep me motivated "To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:" Ecclesiastes 3:1; Now is the time to crank it up a knotch and begin my labors working on my weak points and expanding on my stregths as a basketball player and as a man.
My son has visited me for the past 3 weeks, building a strong bond between the two of us that will not be broken during the course of a long basketball season. My name has been entered on the DLeague draft board for this upcomming season, and I have a idea of who may draft me. I am very excited about having the chance to prove myself once again.
People want me to come work out with them from all over the country! I just have'nt had a opportunity to nail down a location. I am getting ready to assist the Orlando Magic in puting on a basketball clinic in the Caymen Islands next week and I am very excited about being able to practice with some of the players,coaches, and the people of the Island. Last night I spoke with Jeff Fuller on his radio show in Vermont about my sucess last year and the different options I have this summer. All of these opportunities kind of came out of nowhere so I have to say always be ready so you dont have to get ready! This is Benson Callier OWT!!!!

The Pro Experience Grove City Wrap Up

After wrapping up, The 2009 Pro Experience Basketball Camp in Grove City, I am extremely humbled by the welcoming arms of the Grove City community. Its not too many places where people come together to ensure that the experience that a kid has will be memorable one. Most times I see people give just enough to get by, but not in Grove City, the participating businesses gave above and beyond. I first would like to thank everyone who supported this cause, which was to give kids who may not be able to afford to go to basketball camp, the opportunity to participate. Thank you for giving the Pro Experience Basketball Camp the privilege to be the First Ever Basketball Camp for many of the kids at the camp. I cant tell you the feeling I got when one of the kids told me this was his first ever basketball camp.
I am happy to announce that because of support from businesses around the Grove City area, I had the pleasure to teach kids the game of basketball, along with leave a lasting impression with them that I hope that they never forget. There were around 15 kids who where awarded tuition this year and one of them earned the camp MVP honors and will begin his first year of high school. I think he will be a starter for his junior high team this year. I also have to report the little joker made a half court shot for a new pair of Nike's from coach.I had three very great coach/volunteers for the camp from the Local Nike Outlets in Grove City. To Billy, Phil, and Megan thank you so much for your expertise and dedication to the community. It was my pleasure to provide a camp of this nature for the kids, and I have been booked for next summer with people who want The Pro Experience Basketball Camp to come and hold clinics with them next year.

I love giving back to the kids, but I am a baller as well. I'm planning a photo shoot with my guys at K1X, they want to see if I can get as high in their shoes as I did in others. I told my connect there its not the jumping thats the problem, because I get so high, it's the landing part that gets tricky. Let just say they sent me the 24's of basketball shoes. Stay tuned for my report!!! I have a shoe that is in production now, I might surprise everyone with who I'm collabing with to make the shoe. The story behind this is crazy, but I cant discuss anything right now. I got a gag order, on me right now. I will be designing a fresh shoe to jump off the 2009/2010 season.

I would like to take the time out to say thank you to the following businesses:
Grove City Area Middle School,George Junior Republic, The Callier Family, The Myer Family,The Crocker Family, David Kuhlber State Farm, Scott Knouse at BI-LO, Burger King, Nike Outlets Grove City, Fat Andy's Pizza, 4 Star Pizza, Pizza Hut, Tom Burdick Burdick's Clothing Store, Dean's Juice Company, K1X, C.R.O.N.S.,Earth Sun Moon T-Shirt Printing, Ithen Global, David Cashdollar (Cashdollar and Associates),The Chamber of Commerce Grove City, Florida State University Men's Basketball Team, The National Basketball Academy (Orlando Magic Camp) ,ImageFX, RichardHowell

Meant to Be...

Going into my 3rd year of professional basketball, I decided to have my own basketball camp. I actually, have been thinking about this for about a year now, but never had the time needed to give campers the experience that I would like them to have. This year the camp idea kind of came out of nowhere, it's like it was meant to be. I put in a lot of work, don't get me wrong but, oddly enough ,I really enjoyed every minute, even the times I had doubt.
This camp has challenged me in ways I don't think any amount of shots in the gym could have taught me. I learned more about myself and have grown in character. With only one day left until the 1st day of The Pro Experience Basketball Camp, I am humbled by the amount of support from the community. Without the help of these businesses the Pro Experience Basketball Camp couldnt be possible. Its still isn't too late to register for camp! Registration begins 8:00am to 9:30am on July 13,2009 at Grove City Area Middle School.

The Pro Experience Basketball Camp would like to thank the supporters of this years basketball camp
Nike
C.R.O.N.S
K1X
FAT ANDY'S PIZZA
4 STAR PIZZA
PIZZA HUT
BURGER KING
MC DONALDS
GROVE CITY AREA MIDDLE SCHOOL
DEAN'S
POWER AID
Burdick's
Ithen Printing
Earth Moon Sun