The Ontario Summer Development Program (OSDP) is for U12 and U14 athletes who strive to grow their personal, social, and athletic skills through involvement in programming that emphasizes teamwork, leadership, and learning. OSDP is the latest iteration of Ontario Basketball’s Talent Identification and Development Program (TIDP).

As the landscape of basketball in Ontario changes, so too does our programming, and the rebranding of TIDP to OSDP is a reflection of this new landscape, while also remaining true to the Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) Model. The rebrand is less about programming or structural changes, and more about effectively communicating the nature of the programming that we offer. OSDP is an opportunity to develop the WHOLE person (with camp as a true growth opportunity); talent is not the only outcome or objective.

OSDP provides athletes with a well-rounded basketball experience allowing them to work on their game in the off-season. Training sessions combine the fundamental movement skills of coordination, balance and agility with age-appropriate basketball skills in a fun and inclusive environment. Sport is a training ground for life, and through OSDP, athletes have the opportunity to develop physically, socially, and emotionally by working with new coaches and teammates, learning new skills, and attending overnight camp.

OSDP has three stages:

Tryout information and program locations will be posted below. From the open tryouts, the following number of athletes will be selected to train as a group:

• U12: 30 athletes
• U14: 15 athletes

Cost: Free

The selected athletes will train for 30 hours as a group in a training session pod. Training dates will vary by region and will be set by the coach. Certified coaches will deliver programming that builds fundamental movement and basketball skills that align with the LTAD Model. The training environment will emphasize learning and fun.

Cost: $300 (includes reversible jersey, t-shirt, 30 hours of basketball training, trained coaches, gym fees, and insurance)

Twelve athletes from each training session pod will be selected to attend a culminating event, as outlined below:

• U12 Overnight Camp: At camp, athletes will be exposed to a variety of team concepts and special guests will drop in to offer their expertise and advice to all campers. Camp is an excellent opportunity for athletes to learn and grow on and off the court!
• U14 Ontario Summer Games: Competing in the Ontario Summer Games is typically the first multi-sport Games experience of an athlete’s career. It provides a unique opportunity to interact with athletes from other sports and to watch top athletes from other sports compete.

Cost: $400

Tryouts took place across the province from April to June 2018.

U12 Girls

Eligibility: Female athletes born in or after 2006

U12 Boys

Eligibility: Male athletes born in or after 2006

U14 Girls

Eligibility: Female athletes born in or after 2004

U14 Boys

Eligibility: Male athletes born in or after 2004

Regional training sessions are now in progress in the pods listed for each age group below.

Registration

Athletes selected for regional training must register by Friday, June 1.

Note: For regions with two training pods, register for your region as a whole. There will not be an option to register for your specific training pod.

U12 Girls

U12 Boys

U14 Girls

U14 Boys

U12 Boys & Girls

OSDP Camp
U12 Girls Camp: July 15–18
U12 Boys Camp: July 18–21
Location: Georgian College, Barrie
Cost: $400

Ontario Summer Games
Date: August 2–5
Location: Fanshawe College, London
Cost: $400

Ontario Summer Games U14 Girls Schedule
Ontario Summer Games U14 Boys Schedule

Learn more about the London 2018 Ontario Summer Games.

Finances should not be a barrier to participation in the OSDP. Ontario Basketball wants to ensure every athlete has the opportunity to participate in both the regional training and, if selected, the culminating event.

For financial assistance, please visit Ontario Basketball’s Financial Assistance page.

Marlon Piedrahita