Participation - Provide opportunities for youth ages 5-12 across Canada to play basketball.
Education - NCCP FUNdamentals Coach Workshop and full basketball curriculum with supporting resources.
Development - Develop young athletes in alignment with the Sport Canada LTAD Model and stage-appropriate drills and games.
Progression - Entry to the Canada Basketball development pathway, encouraging athletes to pursue high performance opportunity.
Character Building - Help athletes maximize their potential, using basketball as a vehicle to develop character and life skills.
Description
Age 5-12 | Co-ed | 12 Weeks | 45-75 Min. Sessions
A national youth basketball program designed to develop fundamental skills, sportsmanship and a love of the game of basketball.
Empowering basketball communities, clubs, and facilities
Positively impact youth through the sport of basketball
Holistic approach to athlete development based off of the Sport Canada LTAD Model
Benefits for Players
Enrollment in the official grassroots youth development program of Canada Basketball
Proven curriculum aligned with the LTAD Model
Coaching from NCCP FUNdamentals trained JNYB Coaches
Player Package including jersey, basketball, drawstring bag, certificate, and poster
Parents’ Guide for all JNYB parents
Provincial and national membership and liability insurance
Benefits for Coaches
Coach training through the NCCP FUNdamentals Workshop
JNYB Game Plan online portal registration and access
JNYB Curriculum including Coach Manual, Lesson Plans, Drill Bank, and additional resources
Dri-fit shirt and Fox 40 whistle
Provincial and national membership and liability insurance
Benefits for Hosts
A comprehensive, adaptable, and proven program aligned with the LTAD Model
Endorsement from NBA Canada, Canada Basketball, provincial/territorial sport organizations [PTSOs], and Sport Canada
JNYB Operations Manual and support from JNYB, local Jr. NBA Ambassador and PTSO staff
Coach training through the NCCP FUNdamentals Workshop
Player Package including jersey, basketball, drawstring bag, certificate, and poster
Parents’ Guide for all JNYB parents
Use of the Jr. NBA name, marks, logos, images, and other marketing materials
No start-up fee and affordable registration for players and coaches
Whether you are adapting or expanding an existing program, or launching a new community basketball program, Jr. NBA can work for you. If you need any assistance, contact your local Jr. NBA Ambassador for support or enroll your club by visiting: https://www.jrnba.ca/
