YELLOW BALL PATHWAY
The NXG Yellow Ball Pathway
Build the Game. Build the Body. Build the Player.
Built exclusively for Yellow Ball players.
We don’t rush athletes.
We don’t skip steps.
We build the foundation that makes growth sustainable.
The Yellow Ball stage is where habits are formed, movement patterns are built, and players learn how to play the game — not just hit balls.
Yellow Ball–Specific. Level-Based. Development-Driven.
NXG works with Yellow Ball athletes typically ages 10–18, but we do not group players by age.
Instead, we place athletes by level and readiness, because development doesn’t happen on a birthday.
Our Yellow Ball Pathway uses level-based placement to ensure every athlete trains in the right environment — challenged, supported, and progressing safely.
● Foundation (Beginner): Typically UTR 1–3
● Development (Intermediate): Typically UTR 3-5
● Performance (Advanced): Typically UTR 5+
Placement is determined through coach evaluation, not assumptions.
If you’re unfamiliar with UTR, don’t worry — our coaches handle placement through simple on-court evaluation.
This approach allows younger advanced players to be challenged, older developing players to build properly, and every athlete to progress without gaps or shortcuts.
Right level. Right environment. Real development.
The Three Phases Of Yellow Ball Development
Foundation
01
Build the Base
Focus on fundamentals, movement quality, rally consistency, and confidence.
Development
02
Refine and Apply
Focus on shot control, pattern recognition, decision-making, and movement efficiency.
Performance
03
Prepare to Compete
Focus on high-intensity training, reading the ball, precision under pressure, and tournament or varsity preparation.
How The NXG Environment Works
Each phase of the Yellow Ball Pathway has a distinct training environment:
● Foundation: Structured, supportive, confidence-building
● Development: Competitive, intentional, decision-driven
● Performance: High-intensity, fast-paced, match-relevant
As players progress, the environment evolves — because the environment must match the athlete.
Our Development Methodology: The 6 Pillars
Every athlete is developed through six interconnected pillars:
Technical • Tactical • Cognitive • Mental • Biomechanics • Fitness
We use these pillars to understand:
➜ Where a player is
➜ Why they’re there
➜ What needs immediate development
This ensures progress is intentional, personalized, and sustainable
FAQ'S
Start Your Pathway
Every NXG player begins with clear placement and a development plan.
Build your game. Develop your potential.
