Mia Hopkins Returns to Pittston to Inspire the Next Generation
By: Matt Flanagan | Sportzwire | August 4, 2025
Pittston, PA – Pittston native and internationally known pro athlete Mia Hopkins is coming back home this August to lead two powerful basketball experiences designed to uplift, challenge, and empower young athletes in the area.
August 13–15 | Greater Pittston YMCA
Open to Boys & Girls of All Skill Levels
Mia’s Shooting Stars Camp isn’t your average basketball camp—it’s an experience. Over three days, campers will be immersed in high-energy skill development, confidence-building, and mindset training led by someone who’s walked the walk.
Mia brings her global playing experience and personal journey full-circle to help young athletes grow—on and off the court. Players will fine-tune shooting, ball handling, and game play, all in a positive, motivating environment that leaves a lasting impact.
Registration is open, and spots are limited.
High School Girls Elite Workout
August 10 | Greater Pittston YMCA
To register, email miaballer23@gmail.com
This one is for high school girls who are serious about their game.
In this two-hour session, Mia will challenge players through elite skill work, live competition, and court-focused mindset coaching. It’s about more than drills—athletes will walk away with tools to lead with identity, play with confidence, and stay consistent when it matters most.
Why It Matters: The Heart Behind the Camps
At the core of both events is the STARMIA mission:
To empower stars to shine from who they are.
For Mia, these camps are personal. They’re built on everything she’s learned—from the highs of big wins to the lows of tough setbacks. Her message? Growth isn’t just about stats—it’s about how you carry yourself, how you respond to adversity, and how you show up every day.
Meet Mia Hopkins
Mia isn’t just a standout athlete—she’s a powerful example of perseverance and purpose.
She made history at Pittston Area, becoming the only player to ever record over 1,500 points and 1,000 rebounds, earning All-State honors and a McDonald’s All-American nomination. She went on to compete at Monmouth, Bloomsburg, and West Chester University, where she was a 1st team all-star and came just two steals shy of a quadruple-double—a rare mark in the game.
Professionally, she’s played in 36 countries and represented global brands like the Harlem Globetrotters. Most recently, she dominated in Brazil, winning the CBI 3x3 Women’s Championship and being named “Queen of the Court” at the LBF All-Star Weekend.
But it’s what she’s doing off the court that may leave the biggest legacy.
With STARMIA, Mia is helping the next generation chase their dreams with confidence, resilience, and belief. And this August, she’s bringing that mission home.
