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The North Sports Club

Basketball and Beyond in Barrie

The North offers development programs, clinics and camps for athletes wanting to enhance their skills and build towards playing at a higher level. These programs are coached by seasoned and experienced coaches and will include skills development as well as game play.

About

The North Sports

The North Sports, based in Barrie ON, is a registered not-for-profit sports organization focused on growth and enjoyment through sport. Developed in 2023 for the youth of Simcoe County, we aim to provide positive, community based athletic programs and equal high-level learning for all participants.

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Head Coach

Jacob Edwards

  • 5 Year University/College Career

  • 4 Seasons in the OUA

  • 1 Season in the OCAA

  • McMaster University 2017-2019

  • Georgian College 2019-2020

  • University of Guelph 2021-2023

  • Graduate Assistant Coach, University of Guelph 2023-2024

Programs

Basketball Development

At The North Sports, we are excited to offer a comprehensive basketball development program tailored for beginner to intermediate level players. Our mission is to foster a dynamic, fun, and engaging learning environment where athletes can thrive. Through our carefully designed curriculum, we aim to not only enhance each player's physical skills but also deepen their strategic understanding of basketball.

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Target Audience: Beginner to Intermediate Level Players

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Program Goals:

  • Improve individual and team play abilities

  • Enhance basketball IQ

  • Cultivate values of hard work and teamwork

  • Ensure a competitive yet fun learning setting
     

Curriculum Focus:

  • Core principles of basketball gameplay

  • Skill-specific training including shooting, passing, dribbling, and game management

  • Physical skills enhancement

  • Strategic basketball knowledge

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Skill Development Sessions: Focused training sessions aimed at improving technical skills such as shooting accuracy, passing precision, effective dribbling, and overall game management tactics.

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Strategic Learning: Interactive sessions that delve into the nuances of basketball strategies, improving players' understanding of the game and their ability to make quick decisions during play.

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Physical Conditioning: A series of conditioning workouts tailored to enhance athletic performance and reduce the risk of injuries, ensuring players are in top physical shape.

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Teamwork and Leadership Activities: Exercises designed to foster teamwork, communication, and leadership skills among participants, essential for success both on and off the court.

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Competitive Play: Regularly scheduled games and scrimmages that provide players with the opportunity to apply their skills and strategies in a competitive setting, fostering a spirit of sportsmanship and camaraderie.

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Fall Development Programs
COMING SOON

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SUMMER NIGHTS OUTDOOR BASKETBALL!

Come and join The North Sports Club for outdoor summer nights youth basketball at Lampman Ln, basketball courts, Barrie! This 10 week program will include music & good vibes, skill development, drills, game play/scrimmages. Space is limited and registration is required. Tuesdays June 4 - Aug 13 (no session July 2) $250+HST = $282.50. 12U-15U

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SUMMER INDOOR BASKETBALL!

  • Coming Soon - Tuesday nights indoor youth basketball 

  •  Indoor Day Camp July 12-15 & Coming Soon Aug 12-15

EMAIL thenorthbb@gmail.com TO BE ADDED TO LIST!

Will include music & good vibes, skill development, drills, game play/scrimmages. Space is limited and registration is required. 

 

Payment options are available.
10% discount for siblings
Athletes will receive a T-Shirt.

Forms

2024/2025 Competitive Team Tryouts Boys U13/U14!

Develop Basketball Programs Coming Soon!

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REGISTRATION CLOSED
Tuesday Nights Summer Outdoor Program!

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Prep For Tryouts Clinic Sept 4

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