Personal 1-on-1 training sessions with Nathaniel McIntosh Sessions will focus on improving athletes' court awareness, ball handling, shooting, passing, and defense. Players will participate in targeted drills and situational exercises to sharpen their basketball IQ and enhance overall on-court awareness, leading to measurable growth and development.

The club team will run from March to July. The team will practice weekly participating in tournaments and Games. For each player it will cost $650. This Includes jersey, warm up, and backpack.

Date: August 19, 2026

Time:

2pm - 4pm | U13 - U18 Girls

4pm - 6pm | U13 - U18 Boys

Location: 5102 College Ave, Lacombe, AB T4L 1Z2

Dates: July 16 – August 16, 2026
Cost: $300 per Athlete

Take your game to the next level this summer with Ascend Basketball Academy's 5-Week Training & Development Program. Designed for athletes looking to improve their athletic performance, basketball skills, and overall confidence on the court, this program combines skill development, game reps, athletic testing, and performance tracking.

Program Includes:

✅ Ascend Training T-Shirt
✅ 2 Sessions Per Week
✅ Skill Development & Game Reps
✅ Athletic Performance Testing & Re-Testing
✅ Individual Report Card
✅ Performance Comparison & Growth Tracking

Initial Athletic Testing: Agility Sprint, Conditioning, Reach, Height, Wingspan, etc.

Basketball Development Focus: Skill Development, Basketball IQ, Competitive Drills, Game Reps, Live Play, etc.

End-of-Program Re-Testing: Athletes will be re-tested on all measurements to track improvement throughout the program. Each athlete will receive:

• Individual Performance Report Card

• Progress Comparison

• Recommendations & Next Steps for Continued Growth

Training Schedule:

Ages 5-10

• Sundays: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

• Thursdays: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Ages 11+

• Sundays: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM

• Thursdays: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

This program is perfect for athletes who want measurable results, increased confidence, and a structured pathway for basketball development.

Trust The Ascent.

After an incredible first tournament on September 14 last year, we’re bringing the heat back even bigger for Season 2! The 4 x 4 Elite Tournament returns with top competition, intense matchups, and higher stakes than ever before.

This season, teams will battle not only for bragging rights, but for cash prizes and championship rings (Only Adult Division Only) that will cement their legacy. Every game counts as elite teams compete to prove who truly runs the court.

Prize Pool: (Adult Division Only)

1st Place: $1,000 + Championship Rings

2nd Place: $500

3rd Place: $250

Youth Division will receive medals.

Expect high energy, tough competition, and an unforgettable atmosphere as players leave it all on the floor. Whether you’re competing or coming to support, Season 2 promises bigger moments, stronger teams, and championship-level action.

Who will rise above the rest and claim the rings?