DRIVE University Spring '08
.: To view a sample of DRIVE University on Sportspage please click here.
** Please note that there has been a change in schedule for the 1st two weekends. We are scheduled to be at Heritage Woods for the 1st four sessions and the times are different for the 1st two Saturdays.
Fridays 5:30-9:30pm
Saturdays 4:30-830pm
DRIVE Basketball's Marquee Program DRIVE University '08 is set to begin the middle of April and will run until the end of May. DRIVE will have three Pit's for DRIVE Univeristy, Pit I is located in Delta at Seaquam Secondary, while Pit II is located at Centennial Secondary in Coquitlam and Pit III will be run in Vancouver.
This is the 7th Annual DRIVE University and is set to be the biggest and most extensive program to date. We are excited to accelerate the start of the 2008 spring and summer Basketball seasons as DRIVE is planning numerous events and select teams to play & practice in various tournaments and leagues.
DRIVE University will serve as an opportunity to not only identify players for the DRIVE Elite Program to run in the Spring and Summer seasons, but also serve as a great training ground for players already established within the elite program.
Schedule & Curriculum
This is a typical program followed at DRIVE University. DRIVE University '08 will also include a NIT, NCAA, WNBA & NBA Regular Season & Playoffs.
DRIVE University '08 Key Dates:
Day 1: University Orientation, Camp/Staff Introductions, DRIVE
University booklet, Try-outs and team/league placement, Player Assessment
Day 2: Team/League Introduction, Team practice, Stations.
Last Week: Graduation nite: League Championships, DRIVE White & Black All-Star Games: NIT, NCAA, WNBA, NBA, Coaches game, Final Evaluations, Scholarships & Awards
Sample Daily Schedule DRIVE University:
4.00-4.05 Attendance/Organization of Leagues
4.05-4.25 Dynamic Warm-Up (Plyometric and Speed Training)
4.30-4.45 Ball Handling Circuit (2 Ball, Breakdown Moves)
4.50-5.05 Daily Skill Session (Varies daily)
5.05-6.05 Stations (Various)
6.05.6.10 Sportsyoga
6.10-6.35 Transition Circuit (2 on 2, 3 on 3 continuous)
6.35- 7.55 League Games/Team Practice/Station 11
7.55-8.00 Conditioning & Flexibility
8.00 Awards/Announcements
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The Curriculum
DRIVE Basketball is a unique program in that in combines highly specific basketball and fitness training with a specialized youth mentoring program. Each camper recieves advance basketball and fitness instruction throughout the program.
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In addition, there will be many competitions and games to be played during the camp. Each camper will be put onto a team and played in different leagues. There will also be several shooting competitions and a special one on one tournament. There will also be special prizes given out to Camper of the Day, Camper of the Week, and Mr.Stations and Dungeon Master.
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Drive Coaches
DRIVE University '08 will be run by DRIVE Head Coaches Pasha Bains & Chad Clifford. Pasha is a former CIS Player of the Year (2004) and two-time CIS Scoring Champion, while Chad has extensive University playing experience himself having been an all-star at SFU and played Division I Basketball.
Pasha Bains <Staff Bio>
Chad Clifford <Staff Bio>
(Pictured: L to R, DRIVE Head Coaches Chad Clifford and Pasha Bains were both members
of the UBC Men's Basketball team that went a perfect 20-0 in the 2005/06 season.)
DRIVE will have a host of quality Assistant Coaches & Student-Coaches:
Jordan Mason (SFU) <Staff Bio>
Sean Stewart (UBC) <Staff Bio>
Gil Cheung (Brandon) <Staff Bio>
Bol Kong - AAA 1st Team '06, Douglas College, BCAA Newcomer of the Year
Taylor Cheris-Wilding - Canada West All-Star, Brandon University '07
Rob Sollero - Head Coach at Centennial Secondary School, Gr. 9 Girls BC Champs '07
Harleen Sidhu - Fleetwood Park '08, NCAA Div. I, Nebraska Cornhuskers
Elle Kerfoot - Elgin Park '08, NCAA Div. II, Seattle University
Cathy Berar - Fleetwood Park '07, Provincial All-star
Plus More...
.: To view pictures from the previous Drive Universities please click here.
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FEES
DRIVE UNIVERSITY '08 - PIT I & PIT II (at Seaquam & Centennial)
Starter Package: ($300.00) - 24hrs of quality instruction from from highly experienced Coaches & Players with CIS, National Team & Division I experience. DRIVE University Gear (Short and Shirt combo) DRIVE University booklet and training log. Opportunity to play with DRIVE Elite program. DRIVE Player membership which includes discounts on DRIVE Fitness, New Balance Shoes & DRIVE Gear. (1 session per week)
Superstar Package: ($400.00) - 48hrs of quality instruction from from highly experienced Coaches & Players with CIS, National Team & Division I experience. DRIVE University Gear (Short and Shirt combo) DRIVE University booklet and training log. Opportunity to play with DRIVE Elite program. DRIVE Player membership which includes discounts on DRIVE Fitness, New Balance Shoes & DRIVE Gear. (2 sessions a week)
DRIVE UNIVERSITY '07 - PIT III (at Vancouver)
Starter Package: ($250.00) - 18hrs of quality instruction from from highly experienced Coaches & Players with CIS, National Team & Division I experience. DRIVE University Gear (Short and Shirt combo) DRIVE University booklet and training log. Opportunity to play with DRIVE Elite program. DRIVE Player membership which includes discounts on DRIVE Fitness, New Balance Shoes & DRIVE Gear. (1 session per week)
Superstar Package: ($350.00) - 36hrs of quality instruction from from highly experienced Coaches & Players with CIS, National Team & Division I experience. DRIVE University Gear (Short and Shirt combo) DRIVE University booklet and training log. Opportunity to play with DRIVE Elite program. DRIVE Player membership which includes discounts on DRIVE Fitness, New Balance Shoes & DRIVE Gear. (2 sessions a week)
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What they're saying about Drive:
Draven Ducharme
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Drive U13 - Drive University Most Promising prospect Fall '07 |
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Quotes: “Our son, Draven has been involved with DRIVE for the last 2 years. His basketball IQ and overall skills have increased significantly in that time. Playing against the best players, the coaching and the competition at DRIVE have made Draven a
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| Harleen Sidhu | Fleetwood '08 - DRIVE University Fall '07 MVP |
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Quotes: “The attitude and atmosphere at DRIVE is always so positive and enthusiastic. The coaches are knowledgeable, hard working and extremely passionate in how they teach. Overall I had a great experience and I learnt a lot participating in the DRIVE program and would recommend it to all young players who wantto excel at basketball.”
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| Lucian Sauciuc | Centennial '06 - DRIVE University Fall '05 MVP |
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Quotes: "I thought DRIVE without a doubt was the best camp I have gone to. During the 5 weeks, I made huge progressions in my game and all the coaches did a phenomenal job of teaching and encouraging the players. The attitude and atmosphere at the camp was always so positive and it made it an awesome basketball environment to learn from some of Canada's best. Isaac did an unbelievable job with the dynamic warm up and I think every player there got better." Lucian Saucic - Thompson Rivers Universiy Mens Basketball, AAA All-Star |
| Gurjote Jhaj | St. Georges '08 - Drive University MVP Fall '07 |
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Quotes: "I have been apart of the DRIVE Program since I was in the 8th grade. The coaches have helped me develop a passion for the game that I never had before. Coming to the camps and working on my game has helped me develop into the player I am today. I would recommend to anyone who is trying to take their games to the next level to check out DRIVE." Gurjote Jhaj - Member of Drive U17 Selects, U15 and U17 BC team member |
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REGISTRATION FORM
This is set to be the most advanced DRIVE Camp to date and is for the player who wants to take their game to the next level. Space is limited so make sure you register early to ensure yourself as spot at the upcoming camp.
To register for the DRIVE University: Fall '08 please fill out the required fields below:
If you have any questions regarding any of our programs please feel free to contact us:
Email: info@drivebasketball.com
DRIVE Line: 604.818.SLAM (7526)
All participants are expected to bring your own basketball!
** All the participants registered for the Drive University Fall 08 will be emailed approximately 1 week prior to the camp with the final details and camp roster.
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DRIVE University Fall '07
Graduation & Awards
Most Valuable Player
Gurjote Jhaj (Jr, St.Georges)
Leadership Award Mr. Stations
Aurel David (Soph, Tamanawis) Frank Liu (Soph, Univ Hill)
Most Improved Ironman Award (Dungeon)
Jordan Dinsmore (Soph, Seaquam) Dustin Egelstad (Soph, Seaquam)
NCAA Divison
Co-Most Valuable Player Co-Most Valuable Player
Cathy Berar (Sr, Fleetwood) Harleen Sidhu (Jr, Fleetwood)
Leadership Award Mr. Stations
Elle Kerfoot (Jr, Elgin Park) Manroop Clair (7th Grade)
Ironwoman Award (Dungeon) Most Improved
Meghan Shaufle (Jr, Holy Cross) Sarah-Rose Ehman (Sr, Holy Cross)
NIT Division
Co-Most Valuable Players
Luke Ehman (13, Holy Cross)
Blake Kwasnicki (14, Delta Secondary)
Mr. Stations
Manny Dulay (12, Northridge Elementary)
Dungeon Master
Christian Legazpi (12, Our Lady of Assumption)
Best Teammate
Kurtis Dinsmore (13, Seaquam Secondary)
Most Improved
Lauren Sollero (13, Como Lake Middle School)
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NCAA All-Star Game (East over West)
MVP: Harleen Sidhu (East)
East
Harleen Sidhu (Jr, Fleetwood) Cathy Berar (Sr, Fleetwood) Manroop Clair (7th, Grade)
Garrett Wilkinson (Fr, Delta) Brandon Bufton (Fr, Delta)
West
Jessica Franz (Jr, Elgin Park) Meghan Schaufle (Jr, Holy Cross) Elle Kerfoot (Jr, Elgin Park)
Alex Smith (Fr, Delta) Thomas Bradshaw (8th Gr. Seaquam)
NBA All-Star Game (East over West)
MVP: Gurjote Jhaj (East)
East
Gurjote Jhaj (Jr, St.Georges) Niko Monachini (Jr, Hugh Boyd) Frank Liu (Soph, Univ Hill)
Clayton Scott (Soph, Seaquam)
Michael Braam (Fr, Van Tech)
West
Aurel David (Soph, Tamanawis) Lukas Wera (Sr, Killarney) James Bradshaw (Soph, Seaquam)
Jordan Dinsmore (Soph, Seaquam) Dustin Egelstad (Soph, Seaquam)
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Coaches vs All-Stars
Resident Coach Bol Kong dribbles upcourt.
Coach Jordan Mason for three.
Coach Pasha Bains takes on NCAA Allstar Manroop Clair.
Coach Chad Clifford races the ball upcourt.
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Award Presentation & Farewell
Strength & Conditioning Coach Isaac Payne hands out awards.
Head Coach Pasha Bains presents Awards & final words to Campers.
