In the summer of 2011 PTR started as a proactive measure to keep youth involved in positive activities over the summer holidays at a time when violence was on the rise. PTR created a safe space for young players to participate in an organized sport during the evenings reducing theire risk of falling victim to the streets.   PTR Summer Division started with 8 teams in 2011 in only one division, and has grown to over 100 teams in over 8 age divisions. 

The success of PTR evolved into hosting a summer anti-violence and mentorship-based league which then led to a a winter/spring competitive and developmental league.  . 

Indirectly, other cities face the same struggles between promoting and showcasing top talent vs. above exceptional players enjoying the sport.  The decline in youth participation in sports across Canada is slowly creeping up.  Players who feel they are not able to capture a post-secondary scholarship, their attitude around basketball changes.  The passion is not as strong, and their pastime can be filled with other non-active activities.

Currently, in Canada we do not have a league that is recognized in each province across the country.  A league that is promoted from coast to coast, where youth can compare talent, follow progress, and have opportunities to travel and compete. 

Canada does not have a Country-wide youth league that supports the similar training modules for Coaches, participants, and supporters.  Provincial Sports bodies are there to support and have done an exceptional job promoting the game and development, but a National platform for youth and community groups to be recognized and to be a part of would-be amazing spectacle for our Country growth.