As part of our ongoing efforts to strengthen long-term athlete development across the province, Basketball Nova Scotia is expanding Development Pathway programming opportunities into rural communities throughout Nova Scotia.
We are excited to offer open U10/U12 and U13/U14 Development Pathway Sessions in regions across the province. These sessions are designed to provide quality development opportunities while helping identify and support young athletes and coaches from all areas of Nova Scotia.
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Sessions will be led by Basketball Nova Scotia’s Performance Lead, Anton Berry, and are open to athletes from the local area and neighboring communities, regardless of club affiliation or previous basketball experience.
Sessions will be co-ed and will focus on:
Each session will be between 1.5 and 2 hours in length.
Our goal is to make these sessions accessible, inclusive, and development-focused while continuing to grow the game throughout rural Nova Scotia.
Please see the information below regarding upcoming sessions, and stay tuned for additional Development Pathway opportunities in your region.
Date: Saturday, May 23, 2026
Location: Meadowfields Community School
Date: Sunday, May 24, 2026
Location: Shelburne Regional High School
Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
Location: SAERC (304 Pitt Street, Unit 1, Port Hawkesbury, NS B9A 2T9)
Date: Sunday, June 14, 2026
Location: Cape Breton Highlands Academy (11070 Cabot Trail, Terre Noire, NS B0E 2B0)
The cost per session is $25, and registration is required through RAMP using the link below:
We would also welcome the opportunity to connect with club presidents and coaches from communities across the province. Coaches are invited to participate by assisting on court during sessions or by attending as observers.
Coach interest submissions can be completed using the link below:
BNS Pathway Sessions Volunteer Coach Recruitment Form