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Bridgewater, Nova Scotia

Build the athlete.
Develop
the person.

Basketball and volleyball coaching that builds skills, confidence, and a sense of belonging.

Coach explains a court diagram to young basketball players gathered along the sideline.
Purpose in every practice.Progress beyond the scoreboard.
01 Build the fundamentals02 Find your confidence03 Grow together

Your next step

Find their place
in the game.

A supportive start. Purposeful practice. A chance to discover what they can do.

Young children and coaches practise shooting at a lowered basketball hoop.

Mini Basketball

Ages 5–8

Build movement skills, learn the fundamentals, and enjoy the game with teammates. A welcoming place for young players to grow.

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Young athletes practise volleyball together using low nets.

Mini Volleyball

Ages 8–13

Develop movement, communication, and ball skills through shared practice and play. Find confidence on both sides of the net.

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Coach Chris in an Ascent shirt, seated with a basketball beside a young player.

The person behind the coaching

Confidence
grows here.

I'm Coach Chris West. I help young athletes build their skills, find their confidence, and become teammates they can be proud of.

My approach brings together more than 20 years of basketball experience, Canadian Armed Forces service, and a belief that every athlete deserves a place to grow.

Mike MacKay Stewardship Award finalist
Get to know Coach Chris
He created an environment where the boys felt safe to try, improve, make mistakes, and grow.
Paul Lai Fatt
Coach, Bedford Minor Basketball Association and St. Margaret's Bay Fury

Ascent Training Portal

Keep the progress
going.

A place to connect your training, record progress, and bring purpose to the next session.

01Train with a purpose
02See your progress
03Take the next step

Beyond the scoreboard

The moments
that matter.

Explore Inspiration
A large basketball group gathers outdoors beside a court.Volleyball teammates share a joyful huddle beside the net.

Showing up. Trying again. Celebrating together. This is where the game becomes a community.

Let's find the right starting point

Every journey starts
with a conversation.

Questions about programs, training, or your athlete's next step?

Contact Coach Chris

Testimonials

"Chris, an exceptional coach, has transformed my child from a shy beginner to a passionate, daily player. His coaching blends fun with discipline, fostering skill development and a love for basketball. His guidance has not only inspired excellence on the court but also boosted my son's confidence immensely."

Stephen Cusick (Parent)

Contact Us

coachchris@ascentyouthcoaching.com

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Bridgewater, Nova Scotia

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