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Basketball Programs
THRIVE Basketball is a community-based organization where we understand the importance of sports and the role they can play in a child’s life. We also understand that finding the right organized sports league or team can be hard and costly. Here at THRIVE Basketball, we aim to find a balance by providing an affordable option to allow kids to explore the game and learn valuable life lessons and skills while still providing a high-quality basketball experience. Our programs are focused on both technical skills and personal development that are suitable for all skill levels. Through our intensive skills training and drills, our club program provides a safe and positive environment for kids to learn the game of basketball, further develop their skills, and maximize their opportunity for success, both on and off the court.
We offer a great way to engage in creative, fun, and intensive drill training that can help young athletes develop their fundamental and advanced skill sets on the basketball courts.
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Rosie
Coach
Steve
Coach
As one of the Head Coaches of THRIVE, Steve has extensive experience in coaching and playing basketball throughout the Lower Mainland for over 30 years. Currently a Youth Care Worker with the Surrey School District, Steve has a passion and enjoyment in working with youth. In addition to his work with the schools and coaching, Steve is a certified personal trainer and strength & conditioning coach as well as an avid sports writer. As a player, Steve grew up in Richmond and was a member of two provincial teams as part of the Steveston Packers. After his high school career, Steve would go on to play with the Capilano Blues and would also experience playing in the International Basketball League for two seasons. Still an avid player, Steve currently competes in various leagues and tournaments throughout the Lower Mainland. As a coach, Steve has worked with players and teams ranging from elementary through to college and has coached numerous club teams and high school programs in Surrey, Vancouver and Richmond. Steve also has a lengthy history of working, coaching and creating various community basketball programs that have taken place in the Lower Mainland including:
- Basketball BC Director of the classic Hoop It Up 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament- Director of the Richmond Youth Basketball League
- Organizer and Developer of the West Coast Basketball League
- Organizer and Developer of the HoopfestBC Tournament
- Coached at CE London Secondary
- Coached at Southridge Secondary
- Coached at Frank Hurt Secondary
- Trained individual players from Frank Hurt, Kwantlen Park and Holy Cross Secondary
- Coached camps and teams from RBL and Surrey Bulldogs
Rohan
Coach
Mackay
Coach
Ruel
Coach
Kevin
Coach
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THRIVE Basketball Club is devoted to the development of young athletes in Surrey and Langley, BC. The club offers developmental programs for boys and girls ages 9 to 17. THRIVE Basketball utilizes creative, fun, and intensive drill training to aid young athletes in developing their fundamental and advanced skill sets. We focus on building character and personal development that will help carry on beyond the basketball court and last a lifetime.
Our programs emphasize individual and team skill development, collaboration, sportsmanship, leadership, and positive engagement in a fun environment that will help develop attributes to be successful on and off the court. We offer opportunities for different needs–from recreational players looking to enhance their skills while playing for fun, to advanced players wanting to play on a competitive level.