Our Story

About Youth Sports Pathway

Built on the belief that every young person in Sheffield deserves access to good coaching and sport, regardless of background or ability.

Our Mission

Unlocking Potential Through Sport

Youth Sports Pathway is an independent sports development business, founded with a single purpose: to make high-quality sports development accessible to every child and young person in Sheffield. We believe sport is one of the most powerful tools for building confidence, discipline, resilience, and community.

From grassroots sessions and school clubs to development basketball, we meet young people wherever they are on their journey and help them keep progressing — building confidence, skills and enjoyment of sport, on and off the court.

YSP coaches with players
The Founders

Meet the Team Behind YSP

Eddy Brownell

Eddy Brownell

Co-Founder & Director

Eddy Brownell is a former professional basketball player with eight years of professional playing experience, including seven seasons with the Sheffield Sharks. A member of the Sharks' 2016 BBL Playoff-winning team, Eddy brings his playing and coaching experience into developing young players through Youth Sports Pathway.

Nicholas Lewis

Nicholas Lewis

Co-Founder & Director

Nicholas leads the operational and community side of YSP, building relationships with schools and partner organisations. His focus is on creating accessible, community-based sports opportunities for young people across Sheffield.

What We Stand For

Our Core Values

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Excellence

We hold ourselves and our athletes to the highest standards in everything we do.

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Inclusion

Sport is for everyone. We remove barriers and create opportunities for all young people.

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Resilience

We teach young athletes to embrace challenges and grow from every experience.

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Community

We are rooted in Sheffield and committed to giving back to the communities we serve.

Ready to Get Involved?

Join A Growing Community of Young Athletes

Whether you're a parent, school, local authority or potential partner — we'd love to hear from you.

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