Inside Sessions - Lessons from the Top
Basketball Nova Scotia is excited to introduce the "Inside Sessions - Lessons from the Top" series, offering club coaches a unique opportunity to learn directly from some of Nova Scotia’s most respected post-secondary coaches. This program provides an in-depth look at high-level coaching practices, allowing participants to observe live practices, engage in meaningful discussions, and gain valuable insights from top coaches in the province.
What:
This development series will be held throughout the year, featuring partnerships between BNS and Nova Scotia’s leading post-secondary coaches. Community coaches are invited to attend practices, where they can observe and learn from these top coaches. Following the practice, participants will have an opportunity to debrief with the coaches and ask questions.
Who:
Participating institutions and coaches include:
- Acadia University
- Women - Len Harvey
- Men - Mike Leslie
- Cape Breton University
- Men - Matt Skinn
- Dalhousie University
- Women - Tanya MacKay
- Men - Rick Plato
- St. Francis Xavier University
- Women - Matt Spencer
- Mount Saint Vincent University
- Women - Mark Forward
When & Where:
- Wednesday, September 11, 2024:
- Dal Men - Rick Plato - 5:30-7:30 @ Dalplex (6260 South St, Halifax)
- Wednesday, October 16, 2024:
- CBU Men - Matt Skinn - 7-9pm @ CBU Gym (Grand Lake Road, Cape Breton)
- Wednesday, November 6, 2024:
- MSVU Women - Mark Forward - 6-8pm @ MSVU Roseria Gymnasium (131 Lumpkin Rd, Halifax)
- Acadia Women - Len Harvey 8-9:40pm @ Acadia University Gymnasium (550 Main St, Wolfville)
- Tuesday, November 19, 2024:
- Dal Women - Tanya MacKay - TBD
- X-Women - Matt Spencer - 5:30-7:30 @ Saputo Centre (1140 Convocation Blvd, Antigonish)
- Wednesday, January 15, 2025:
- Acadia Men - Mike Leslie - TBD
Cost:
- Free for BNS member coaches (those who coach for a club or a BNS program).
- $20 for non-member coaches.
Max Number of Attendees:
Each session is limited to 10 participants.
Registration Deadline:
Registrations must be submitted no later than two days before each session.
