multi-sport model
multi-sport model
Our Multi-Sport Model offers a unique seasonal schedule that allows young athletes to play hockey, soccer, and lacrosse during the same calendar year with minimal conflicts. Our family-friendly programs are designed with busy lives in mind, featuring a year-long set schedule that allows you to build your life around youth sports, not the other way around.
Why Should Children Play Multiple Sports?
Modern research illustrates that playing multiple sports is far better for overall athletic development in adolescents, leads to a substantial decrease in mental and physical burnout, and results in less overuse injuries. Focusing on one sport from an early age may lead to temporary success early-on, but over time players who play multiple sports through to highschool remain in sport longer and continue developing well into their teenage years.
The goal of our Multi-Sport Model is to expose children to a variety of sports at a young age without families having to pick one over the other. Over the long term, our goal is to develop our athletes as much as possible and keep doors open, so that if they choose to pursue sports at a post-secondary level those options are available to them.
Program Goals
Delay early specialization for as long as possible and provide a schedule that encourages multi-sport play.
Develop well-rounded fundamental skills and athletic literacy that will serve as a foundation for long-term athletic development.
Prioritize the long-term development of ALL players over the short-term
success of only a few.Provide a consistent, set schedule that does not dominate family life and
allows for other interests (camp, skiing, family time, etc)
“As many as possible, as long as possible, in the best environment possible”
HEAR FROM CURRENT TOP FAMILIES
“My three kids have attended TOP programming for the last 18 months including the summer camps, Learn-to-Play hockey, and Recreational soccer and lacrosse. I cannot recommend the team more highly. In particular, I have appreciated the high levels of enthusiasm and encouragement from their coaches. Sports is a great opportunity to build character and the coaches have nailed the intangibles like eye contact, good manners, and positive attitudes. 10/10 recommend.”
-Vanessa, TOP Parent since 2020
“We have been tremendously fortunate to be part of the TOP Hockey program since the beginning. Their approach to hockey and coaching is designed to focus on skill development while keeping things fun. They create a sense of community amongst the players and parents, unlike any other team we have been involved with. Most importantly, they understand the importance of a multi-sport environment to develop a well-rounded athlete and encourage the kids to participate in multiple sports year-round.”
-Steve, TOP Parent since 2018
“The TOP Sports program for my son has been a step above any other program out there. The quality team of great coaches that run the day-to-day programs is nothing short of impressive. Their ability to connect with each participant at various ages is their secret sauce as the kids vastly improve their skill set and do so while having HUGE smiles on their faces! The TOP Sports team continues to evolve and adapt and provide top-notch quality activities year after year. Keep up the good work TOP Team!
-Chris, TOP Parent since 2019