Serving Markham Families
Elite Youth Sports Training Near Markham
Northball Athletics is Markham's premier destination for youth basketball, soccer, and kickboxing. Just a short drive from Main Street Markham and Toogood Pond, we're where driven families come to develop athletes and leaders.
Short Drive from Markham
Located at the Scarborough Alliance Centre — easily accessible from Markham Village, Thornhill, and Pacific Mall corridor
154 Shorting Rd.
Scarborough, ON M1S 3S6
Programs for Markham Athletes
Three Sports. One Standard.
Every Northball program is built on the same foundation: elite coaching, character development, and a community that pushes your child to their ceiling.
Skills clinics & competitive leagues
Basketball
From beginner fundamentals to elite-level training, our basketball programs develop technical skill, basketball IQ, and the winning mindset that translates on and off the court. Many of our Markham athletes have gone on to compete at the rep and provincial level.
Technical skill & player development
Soccer
Our weekly soccer program is built for players who want more than recreational kicks. With sessions focused on technical skill, positional awareness, and agility, this is where serious Markham soccer players come to level up.
Discipline, fitness & confidence
Kickboxing
Planning is in progress for our youth kickboxing program, designed to bring elite martial arts training to Markham athletes. Build physical discipline, mental focus, and the kind of confidence that changes how young people carry themselves every day.
Why Markham Families Choose Us
More Than a Sports Club
Families drive in from Markham every week because what we offer can't be found any closer to home.
Elite Coaching
Every coach at Northball is trained not just in sport, but in mentorship. Your child leaves every session better — on the court and in life.
Community-First Culture
We're a tight-knit crew. Families from Markham, Scarborough, and across the GTA come together around shared values — hard work, respect, and growth.
Character Development Built In
Through the United Scarborough Initiative, our programs are intentionally designed to develop leadership, self-discipline, and empathy alongside athletic skill.
All Skill Levels Welcome
Whether your child has never held a ball or has been playing competitively for years, we have a program that meets them where they are and pushes them forward.
Getting Started
From Markham to the Court
Starting is simple. Here's what new Markham families can expect.
Book a Free Trial
No commitment, no pressure. Show up, get on the court, and see what Northball is all about. We offer free trial sessions for all new athletes.
Meet the Coaches & Community
From the first session, your child will be welcomed into a team environment built on respect and high expectations. Parents often tell us the community is what keeps them coming back.
Choose Your Program
After the trial, we'll recommend the best program fit based on your child's age, skill level, and goals. Month-to-month pricing from $40/month.
Ready to Get Started?
Join the Markham families already training at Northball Athletics. Book a free trial and see the difference elite youth sports training makes.