David Napier

The Founder of Ultimate Pick-up Basketball is David Napier. An experienced player & coach, Dave played university ball in both Canada and England, holds Canada Basketball coaching certification, and is the past-President of Basketball Nova Scotia (BNS), and the Martyrs/Hurricanes youth club.  He coached for 25+ years, winning city and provincial titles. He is a writer & communications advisor who lives in Halifax with his wife & two sons.

Devon Norris

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The Lead Facilitator of UP Basketball is Devon Norris, an officer with the Halifax Regional Police. Dev is a former member of the Halifax Rainmen pro team who starred at Dalhousie University.  He has been an Assistant Coach with the Mount Saint Vincent University men’s team, and the Auburn Drive High School girls’ team.  He was the Technical Director for Basketball Nova Scotia (BNS), and has worked extensively as a strength & conditioning coach with university programs. Dev lives in metro with his wife and their two young children.


Youth Facilitators

UP Basketball engages “Hoopsters” as Youth Facilitators for its events.  These local high school & university student/athletes assist with the running of safe, fun UP games.  In exchange for their service, Hoopsters become candidates for Mentorship support through the “UP Next” project, which connects young men & women of high character with Community Champions who offer academic & career support.