The D3P Academy
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About The D3P Academy
The D3P Academy is a year-long basketball development program designed to support the long-term growth of youth athletes through intentional training, strong fundamentals, and basketball intelligence. Grounded in the mission of D3P Sports & Community, the Academy is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and adaptable environment where athletes from diverse backgrounds can develop confidence, character, and lifelong skills through sport.
The D3P Academy was created to address a growing gap in youth basketball development, where early over-competition often leads to poor habits, burnout, and limited understanding of the game. In alignment with D3P’s mission to prioritize development, education, and access, the Academy follows a development-first model that emphasizes skill mastery, decision-making, and basketball IQ before increasing competitive demands.
The program operates on a 12-month, structured curriculum divided into four progressive phases: foundational individual development, team concepts and controlled scrimmages, competitive evaluation, and refinement for consistency. This intentional approach ensures athletes develop proper habits, apply skills in game-like settings, and reinforce growth over time.
Led by experienced coaches and performance trainers, the D3P Academy provides a disciplined and supportive environment rooted in D3P’s core values of diversity, dedication, discipline, and perseverance. Beyond athletic development, the Academy focuses on building transferable life skills such as accountability, resilience, confidence, and teamwork. By investing in long-term athlete development, the D3P Academy aims to have a positive impact on participants, their families, and the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions
The D3P Academy is a year-long basketball development program focused on long-term athlete growth. The program emphasizes skill development, basketball IQ, confidence, and character before prioritizing competition. It is rooted in the mission and values of D3P Sports & Community, creating an inclusive, disciplined, and supportive environment for youth athletes.
The D3P Academy is designed for youth athletes in the U14 age group who are committed to learning, improving, and developing the right way. The program supports athletes at varying skill levels who are willing to work, stay consistent, and buy into a long-term development process.
Unlike programs that focus heavily on early competition and short-term results, The D3P Academy follows a development-first model. We limit games early, emphasize fundamentals, and teach athletes how to understand the game. Winning is viewed as a result of proper development, not the primary objective.
The Academy operates on a 12-month curriculum divided into four phases:
??? Foundation & Individual Skill Development
??? Team Concepts & Controlled Scrimmages
??? Competition & Evaluation
??? Refinement & Consistency
Each phase builds intentionally to support sustainable growth over time.
Athletes typically train three times per week. Sessions are structured, purposeful, and designed to balance skill development, team concepts, and recovery.
The primary focus is development, learning, and growth. Competition is used as a teaching tool rather than the main goal. We believe athletes who develop properly will be more successful in the long run.
The program is led by experienced coaches and performance trainers with collegiate, elite, and long-term athlete development backgrounds. Coaches prioritize accountability, discipline, and positive athlete-coach relationships.
Families can expect:
??? Clear and consistent communication
??? Structured, intentional training
??? Honest feedback and accountability
??? A positive, disciplined environment
??? A focus on long-term development over shortcuts
We ask for commitment, trust in the process, respectful sideline behaviour, and healthy communication. Development requires patience, consistency, and shared standards between athletes, families, and coaches.
Beyond basketball skills, the program focuses on building confidence, discipline, perseverance, accountability, and teamwork skills that support success both on and off the court.
Registration details, schedules, and program updates are available on the D3P website. Families are also encouraged to contact us directly with questions to ensure the Academy is the right fit.
The D3P Academy is the right fit for athletes who are committed to learning, improving, and developing the right way. This program is ideal for youth who want to build strong fundamentals, improve basketball IQ, and gain confidence through consistent, intentional training.
This program may be a good fit if your child:
??? Is motivated to improve skills and understanding of the game
??? Is willing to work, listen, and be coached
??? Values development, growth, and learning over short-term results
??? Thrives in a structured, disciplined, and supportive environment
??? Is open to feedback and committed to consistent attendance
The D3P Academy is designed for families who believe in long-term athlete development and understand that progress takes time, patience, and trust in the process. While competition is part of the program, it is used as a learning tool rather than the primary focus.
This program may not be the best fit for families seeking:
??? A win-at-all-costs approach
??? Heavy game schedules with limited practice and teaching
??? Immediate results without long-term development
Our goal is to create an environment where athletes can grow confidently, build strong habits, and develop skills that prepare them for future levels of sport and life. Families and athletes who share these values tend to thrive in the D3P Academy.