Connection
Athletes remain connected to who they are, where they come from and the communities they represent.
Indigenous basketball development • Manitoba
Many communities.One shared path forward.
Nations Rising Manitoba connects First Nations, Métis and Inuit athletes with basketball development, mentorship and opportunities rooted in community.
One Court. Many Nations.
ConnectionDevelopmentOpportunity
Development
Purposeful basketball training, mentorship and leadership experiences support the whole athlete.
Opportunity
Partnerships create meaningful pathways into teams, competition, education and future leadership.
Why Nations Rising
Development begins with belonging.
Athletes should not have to choose between pursuing basketball and remaining connected to their Nation, community and identity.
Nations Rising Manitoba creates a shared provincial platform through which athletes can develop, compete, lead and build lasting relationships across communities.
We are development-first. Competition tests the work, but consistent training, strong relationships and purposeful mentorship build the athlete.
What we do
Build pathways that last.
Our work connects community priorities with high-quality athlete development.
Athlete development
Training and individual pathways matched to each athlete’s stage and goals.
Community connection
Relationships with Manitoba Nations and communities guide how opportunities are created.
Mentorship and leadership
Athletes develop confidence, accountability and the ability to lead on and beyond the court.
Access and opportunity
Club, tournament and development opportunities are made easier to understand and reach.
Our basketball club
Nations Rising United.
NR United is the competitive developmental basketball club program of Nations Rising Manitoba. It brings athletes together for purposeful training, team development, games and tournaments.
Visit the NR United websiteWho we serve
First Nations, Métis and Inuit athletes.
Nations Rising serves athletes affiliated with a Manitoba Indigenous Nation or community. Multiple affiliations are welcomed and self-declared.
No status, citizenship or membership number is required during initial registration or expressions of interest.
Development network
Independent. Connected. Stronger together.
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Help create what comes next.
We welcome connections with athletes, families, First Nations and Métis communities, Inuit organizations, coaches and development partners.
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