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Expecting great things for @mikahaelbartley at Crestwood this year after a great AAU season‼️

#realfood
#kingnation
#kingsofthenorth
#newbalance

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Playing for Northern Kings
6’4” guard with strong positional size, advanced feel, and two-way upside. Plays with pace, makes the right reads, and consistently impacts winning.
High IQ creator who can defend and facilitate at a high level.
Class of 2028
Guard | Canada
#ClassOf2028 #CanadianBasketball #BasketballRecruiting #PrepHoops
#MikahaelBartley

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@mikahaelbartley has come up thru our #NKacademy program and made major improvements each year.

Now on the 16U stage, the High IQ ↔️ combo guard is ready to make his biggest jump yet and lead a team that had a perfect regular season record last summer to a @p32_league championship run in Memphis

#KingNationBasketball
#KingsOfTheNorth
#Culture
#RealFood

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🚨 Grades 7 & 8 Tonight 🚨

With the Northern Kings, every team has only 12 seats at the table.

And every one of them is earned.

Tonight our Grade 7 and 8 athletes take the floor to compete for the remaining spots — a chance to grow inside a system built on real coaching, real development, and high standards.

We keep our teams and program intentionally capped so every player gets the attention, structure, and opportunity they need to improve.

For the right players — and the right families — this is where the journey continues.

📍 The Hoop Factory — Pickering
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM

Bring your game. Earn your seat.

#NorthernKings
#KingsOfTheNorth
#EarnYourSeat
#PlayerDevelopment
#FealFood

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🚨Tonight it’s the high school group.🚨

This is where things get serious as we’re only looking 👀 to fill a few spots per team …..

Northern Kings AAU tryouts continue tonight with Grades 9–12, as we evaluate the next group of athletes ready to compete on the P32, E32, and Regional platforms powered by New Balance.

Our system is built on progressive development, high standards, and real exposure — and with a 200-athlete program cap, each and every 1 of the 12 roster spots per team is earned.

For players serious about competing, improving, and playing in front of the right eyes, this is where the work begins.

📍 Location: The Hoop Factory — Pickering

Tonight’s Schedule

GR 9/10 | 6:00–7:30 PM
GR 11/12 | 7:30–9:00 PM

Bring your game.
Earn your spot.
It’s the simple with ÜS

#NorthernKings
#NewBalanceBasketball
#PlayerDevelopment
#KingsOfTheNorth

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🚨Tomorrow the doors open.🚨

Every year the landscape gets louder — new teams, new promises, new hype.

Northern Kings has always stayed focused on something different:

Developing players.
Not chasing them.

Our system operates with a 200-athlete cap so every player in the program receives real coaching, structured development, and a clear pathway forward.

Over the years that commitment has produced athletes competing at the highest levels of college and professional basketball.

Now the next group steps in.

2026 NK AAU Pathways

• P32 — Top tier national platform
• E32 — Elite development circuit
• Jr. P32 — Next generation travel teams
• Regional Teams — High level competition (NO travel)
• Lady P32 — Cali Prep Girls pathway

Powered by New Balance.

📍 Location: The Hoop Factory — Pickering

Tryout Schedule

Monday, March 9
GR 2–4 | 6:00–7:30 PM

Tuesday, March 10
GR 9/10 | 6:00–7:30 PM
GR 11/12 | 7:30–9:00 PM

Wednesday, March 11
GR 7/8 | 6:00–8:00 PM

Thursday, March 12
GR 5/6 | 6:30–8:30 PM

We’re not looking for everyone.

We’re looking for the right players and the right families who understand that development takes time, discipline, and commitment.

Tomorrow the evaluations begin.

🔗 Register: KingNationBasketball.com

#NorthernKings
#KingsOfTheNorth
#NewBalanceBasketball
#PlayerDevelopment
#ResultsSpeak

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In a crowded AAU landscape, many programs chase players.

We build them.

Northern Kings has never been about recruiting the finished product — it’s about developing athletes into elite competitors ready to perform at every level.

Year after year the results show it.
Players grow here. Players advance here.

That’s the standard.

Final evaluations begin in 4 days.

📍 The Hoop Factory — Pickering

#NorthernKings
#PlayerDevelopment
#BuiltDifferent
#NewBalanceBasketball
#ResultsMatter

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🇯🇲 JAMAICAN VERSION

Michael Bartley never get no easy file.
This one did rough.

Plenty back and forth. Lender dem a squeeze.
Most man woulda seh mek it wait.

Michael seh nah.

Him lock in, sort out di numbers, push weh need fi push, an keep him head straight.
From problem file to approval in 24 hours.

A suh real work look.
Big man ting.
Mortgage close proper. 🥃✊🏿

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🇨🇦 CANADIAN TRANSLATION

Michael Bartley didn’t get an easy file.
This one came with real pressure.

Back and forth with lenders. Tight conditions. No room for mistakes.
Most people would have asked for more time.

Michael didn’t.

He focused, recalculated, addressed every issue, and pushed it through properly.
From problem file to approval in 24 hours.

That’s experience under pressure.
Mortgage closed the right way.

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💪🏾 And just like that, another summer is in the books. Looking back on the last 7 weeks, I can honestly say this has been our most productive summer yet. The culture is still evolving, but the progress is undeniable — athletes are buying in year-round, and the commitment to long-term growth is stronger than ever.

💥 To the athletes – this summer was no joke. The heat was relentless, the turf and track tested you daily, and even the indoor sessions pushed you to your limits. Some days the grind felt overwhelming, but you never backed down. You pushed through every obstacle, embraced the discomfort, and came out stronger, more explosive, and more resilient. This summer proved what I’ve been saying all along — discipline and effort always pay off. You’re better because of it.

🤝 To my sponsors – thank you for believing in the vision and helping bring it to life. Your support created an environment where athletes could grow, compete, and succeed. This doesn’t happen without you. @tyroneknowsmortgages @boldlemonaide @chef__marty @ottomoto__inc @905agent @teamtaxman @fitter_hc

📸 To the production team – you are the unsung heroes. The texts, calls, and messages I’ve received are all because of your ability to capture and showcase what we do at the highest level. Your creativity, consistency, and professionalism are unmatched, and I’m beyond grateful. @illmindsmedia @9filmedit @128prod

🙏 Finally, to the parents – you are the heartbeat of this entire operation. None of this happens without your sacrifices. From rearranging work schedules, to carpooling, to late-night conversations about your child’s goals — you make it possible. I’m humbled daily by your trust, commitment, and unwavering support. I often sit in amazement at how far you go to ensure your sons and daughters are prepared, present, and invested. For that, I am forever grateful.

This summer reminded me why we do what we do: it’s about more than training — it’s about building discipline, resilience, and belief. To the athletes going away for school, I’ll be cheering you on. To those returning in the fall, rest up, take care of your bodies, and get ready to go again.

WE OWN THE SUMMER! 🔥
— NHP

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Different Number Same Results3️⃣

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Real Floor General🔋

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2028 @mikahaelbartley is beginning to turn heads with his High IQ and unique ability to be 2 steps ahead of the competition...

The 6’2 PG often makes reads and decisions not commonly seen by players his age, and impacts winning in ways coaches absolutely love ❤️

“MJ “ and his @crestwoodhoops teammates look to continue their dominate ways on their path to competing for the Jr. OSBA Championship, before he switches uniforms to lead our 15U NK Elite team on the @p32_league @newbalancehoops

College Coaches…..take note and remember the name.

Video 🎥 by @9filmedit

#NkBasketball
#High
#IQ
#NextLevel
#RealFood

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