Welcome To HPAD Basketball
Heritage Pack Athletic Development (HPAD) is a premier AAU travel basketball club dedicated to players eager to elevate their skills through top-tier coaching and competitive exposure. Our mission is straightforward: to help athletes progress to the collegiate basketball level.
Based in Edmonton, AB, HPAD offers a range of specialized athletic programs designed to enhance players' skills, flexibility, and overall development. With tailored training and individualized attention, we empower athletes to reach their full potential.
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Basketball Programs
Our Heritage Elite Travel Basketball Program provides athletes with an immersive training environment across summer, spring, and fall seasons. This comprehensive program is designed to accelerate skill development and prepare players for the next level in competitive basketball. Throughout the season, our athletes:
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Play in over 14+ competitive games
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Train over 6 hours per week, and
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Participate in specialized sessions with our training partners at One Possession, and shooting specialist, Shoot360
By combining high-level competition, targeted instruction, and expert mentorship, we ensure each athlete has the resources and guidance to excel on and off the court
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.
Ability To Travel
we create extensive opportunities for our athletes by traveling across the U.S., expanding their exposure beyond local competition. By competing in diverse regions, players showcase their skills to a broader network of coaches and scouts, increasing the likelihood of recognition and support. This approach allows athletes to build a network of advocates who understand their potential, helping open doors to collegiate-level play.
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.