Terrence Dill is pleased with how his first ever training camp is going after being put through his paces by the Buffalo Stampede coaching staff for the past two weeks.

Dill, who signed with the Atlantic Coast Professional Basketball League (ACPBL) club recently, was late getting to the camp while awaiting a US work visa and while this issue has yet to be resolved he believes he's in good shape as he tries to embark on a professional career.

The Bermuda international made his way to New York under his visitor's visa and made it clear that he would rather train under his current visa rather than wait in Bermuda and miss out on something that will go a long way in deciding who makes the cut for the 15-man Stampede roster.

Dill been involved in many of the activities in the camp, which runs from 9 pm to midnight daily.

"The visa situation is still yet to be sorted out but the papers are in and we are waiting a response on that matter," said Dill. "Training camp is going well, we are out here training every day from 9 pm to midnight and it is really a reality of how far things have come.

"In all of this, and what has transpired in the short time from being looked at, to actually playing is definitely a motivational booster.

"I feel good at the moment, they have me playing between the four and the five and I am actively involved in the training camp whereas some guys are on the sidelines watching and waiting to get involved.

"It's a fulfilling feeling knowing that I am actually here, I'm not in Bermuda waiting around to play and get into camp, I'm here and now is the time for me to put or shut up."

While the side will consist of 15 players by the time opening day rolls around, there are players still to come into the fold while others are being cut on a daily basis, something that the 24-year-old is well aware of.

Admitting that the intensity and competition for a spot on the squad is driving many of those at the pre-season work-outs, Dill remains ambitious about his chances, noting his injuries that have haunted him in the past year are not raring their ugly heads again.

The Bermudian hurt his ankle over the summer, an injury that forced him to return home to recover and weigh up his next move.

"To be in that position of potentially being cut is nerve wrecking, not knowing what is going on and if you will get a chance, and for me I am just trying to put my best effort forward so there is no reason to drop me."

"They just cut someone on Friday, so that gives every player a reality of if you aren't playing well you won't make the cut.

"Our team has 13 training and there are 15 supposed to be in the roster, but we have a few more players coming in still that will make up the team.

"I am feeling good, my body is reacting well to the physicality of the training, and I am certainly looking forward to grabbing this chance and showcase my skills."

The Stampede begin their league campaign on December 4 when they host Hudson Valley, with Dill hopeful of playing in that match.