Youth Development EXCEL – Grades (8-9) – NORTH – Fall 2026

NORTH Fall 2026 Grades 8-9 Youth Development EXCEL Program (co-ed)

Location: North (9 Richardson Dr)

Dates: September 13th to December 6th, 2026 (23 practices)

Cost: $529.99 + GST

Times: Wednesdays 5 – 7pm & Sundays 11-1pm

Whether your athlete has outgrown recreational programming or simply craves more challenge and structure, Youth Development EXCEL provides the ideal next step. Athletes will train alongside like-minded peers, receive consistent coaching, and experience game play that emphasizes performance, growth, and strategic thinking.​​​

Program Entry Requirements:

To be eligible to register for this program, athletes must fit the following criteria:

• Athlete must have participated in at least 2 past semesters of our Youth Development Program (or a similar program)
• Athlete must have at minimum 1 year of experience on a school team (with specific positional playing experience) or a club team.

NOTE–> If an athlete does not fit the overall program skill level according to professional coach opinion, they may be asked to move to our General Stream program (if space allows).

Program Features

• Skill-specific instruction led by experienced coaches.
• High-rep, high-focus practice sessions.
• Competitive team play and scrimmage opportunities.
• Emphasis on athlete development, discipline, and game IQ.
• Courts separated by skill level according to coach professional judgement.

This program provides a dedicated training stream for athletes serious about their development and excited to work hard alongside others with similar goals.

Coaching & Instruction

• Athletes are assigned to consistent teams and coaches throughout the session, fostering growth, mentorship, and team chemistry.
• Coaches are experienced, supportive, and focused on individual development in a fun, structured environment.

Program Format

• Initial Evaluation & Team Formation: The first two sessions focus on skills and assessment to create balanced teams.
• Weekday Training Sessions: Focused skill development practices.
• Sunday Session: Matches, scrimmages, and game-like drills that reinforce learned skills.
• Season-End Tournament: Depending on registration numbers, athletes wrap up the program with a fun, competitive experience.