2024 Youth Development Squad (YDS) Registration is Now Live!

Welcome to the 2024 YDS registration! The YDS program is a training squad for players aged 13-21 who are interested in pursuing an elite level of netball and playing on Alberta's representative teams. Provincial teams in the U16 - U21 age divisions are named out of this squad through a formal trial process.

Players must be a minimum of 13 years old to register for the YDS program. Players moving out of the Junior Program will do so at the discretion of the YDS coach. All questions can be directed to Jess Young at development@netballalberta.com.

Returning players may notice a difference in our program – we are revamping the YDS program and elevating it to an elite level. Rebuilding post Covid-19 has taken some time, and we are excited to finally have our program back to the pre-covid structure, and bring in some new elements to help us push the limits.

Netball Training: training will continue at Bishop Pinkham from 6:30 - 8:30pm on Tuesday nights. The training calendar is available at netballalberta.com/elite

Sports Performance: sport performane, previously known as strength and conditioning, will be on Thursday nights, though time and location is still to be confirmed. We are bringing in an expert in youth sports performance to focus on building athleticism, preventing injuries, and supporting our trajectory towards the tournament.

Training Camps: we will be hosting two training camps per season, the first of which will be on Saturday, September 7th. These camps will provide players and opportunity to train with Alberta Open players, spend time on position specific skills, and connect with players from across the province.

*Please note: this registration form is for players based in Calgary and able to participate in regular trianing. Registration for out of town players will be opening shortly.

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