Heritage Pack Athletic Development (HPAD) is a high-performance youth basketball program in Edmonton built for players who want to take their game to the next level. Backed by trainers, access to state-of-the-art facilities, and a constraint-based training model, HPAD focuses on developing complete athletes, both mentally and physically.
Our mission is simple: prepare young athletes for the next level by sharpening their skills, boosting their basketball IQ, and empowering them with basketball IQ. Whether you're chasing a college scholarship, a prep opportunity, or simply wants to become a smarter, more confident player, HPAD provides the professional structure, mentorship, and resources to make it happen.
Train With Intent. Play With Purpose
Welcome To HPAD Basketball
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Heritage Pack Athletic Development (HPAD) is excited to announce our expansion to the Winter Academy program and the launch of new circuit travel teams for the 2026 Hybrid Season which run from August to September!
🆕 Grade 8 - U14 Boys Travel Program
🆕 Grade 9 - U15 Boys MADEHOOPS Travel Program
🆕 Grade 10 - U16 Boys - Hybrid Circuit Travel Team
🆕 Grade 11 - U17 Boys - Hybrid Circuit Travel Team
Additionally, we’ve expanded our Winter Academy and turned it into a 10 session high-performance basketball development program that give more young athletes access to High-level training through small group sessions across the Greater Edmonton area.
Heritage Pack Athletic Development (HPAD) is excited to announce our expansion to the Winter Academy program and the launch of new circuit travel teams for the 2026 Hybrid Season which run from August to September!
🆕 Grade 8 - U14 Boys Travel Program
🆕 Grade 9 - U15 Boys MADEHOOPS Hybrid Travel Program
🆕 Grade 10 - U16 Boys MADEHOOPS Hybrid Travel Program
Grade 11 & 12 - U17 Boys Hybrid Circuit Travel Team
2026 Winter Academy has now been converted into a 10 session high-performance basketball development program that give more young athletes access to High-level training through small group sessions across the Greater Edmonton area.
Edmonton Youth Basketball Program Updates
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Why HPAD Basketball
Partnered
The Jr. NBA/Jr. WNBA program is professionally curated directly from the NBA and WNBA, giving youth athletes the very best foundation to improve their game, discover the importance of sportsmanship, and participate in organized team play.
Competitive Schedule
HPAD Basketball strives to maximize player development through a competitive schedules each season. We believe that in order to get the right development you must play against highly competitive teams as often as possible.
Access To Coaches Who Care
From our founders to our partners, everyone involved in supporting our athletes is a former athlete, ranging from college players to overseas professionals, all sharing a passion for skill development. This shared commitment is the foundation of our team culture and camaraderie, and more importantly, it inspires a belief system that empowers our athletes to reach their full potential.
Canada Basketball Verified
As a Canada Basketball-verified program, HPAD Basketball adheres to national standards of excellence in athlete and coach development. Our program includes "Fundamentals" and "Learn to Train" certifications, ensuring that players receive top-tier foundational training aligned with Canada Basketball's developmental pathways. We're actively working towards the next phase of certification, further enhancing our ability to prepare athletes for high-level competition.
Equal Opportunity
Unlike many programs that aren’t required to ensure players get game time, our coaches are dedicated to maximizing each athlete's exposure by actively rotating players and ensuring as many athletes as possible are on the court.
Every athlete has the opportunity to travel across Canada and/or the U.S with all travel expenses fully included. There are no hidden costs, no surprise fees, and no extra charges for tournaments, flights, or accommodations. Our all-inclusive model ensures that families can focus on development and experience, without ever worrying about additional costs
HPAD Basketball is proud to work out of Buckets Basketball School in Nisku, Alberta, one of the areas top facilities for youth basketball training ages U7 to U15. As our designated facility partner, Buckets offers an ideal program for young athletes and newcomers eager to learn the fundamentals of basketball in a supportive, skill-focused environment. Known for their high-quality training spaces and specialized youth coaching, Buckets Basketball School provides a solid foundation in basketball basics, making it the perfect starting point for any aspiring athlete.