Meet the coaches and leadership behind elite youth basketball development
Breakthrough Athletics is dedicated to developing elite basketball players and confident leaders in Bowmanville, Clarington, and Durham Region. We combine world-class coaching, proven training methodologies, and a culture of excellence to help young athletes reach their full potential both on and off the court.
Founder & Head Coach
Born and raised in Scarborough, Ontario, Troy Joseph's basketball journey is a true Canadian success story. He started at Birchmount Park Collegiate, where he led his team to a Junior Championship, before transferring to Pickering High School and joining the Regional Elite Development Academy (REDA) — Canada's first-ever prep school basketball program.
Troy earned a full NCAA Division I scholarship to LIU-Brooklyn, where he became a cornerstone player during a historic run that included three consecutive NEC Championships and three March Madness appearances from 2010 to 2014. After completing his undergraduate degree, Troy pursued graduate studies at McMaster University (2014–2016) while continuing to develop his approach to athlete training and development. He then played professionally for two years before dedicating himself full-time to player development and coaching.
Today, Troy is passionate about helping the next generation of Clarington and Durham Region athletes "train like a pro." He combines his elite playing experience with a teaching-first philosophy that emphasizes fundamentals, basketball IQ, mental toughness, and confidence — both on the court and in life.
Strength & Conditioning Lead
A Bowmanville native and local basketball legend, Chris Kloosterman brings over two decades of experience as both a high-level athlete and performance coach. A former OUA All-Star and Durham College standout, Chris has built a reputation as one of the most respected strength and conditioning coaches in Durham Region.
His expertise has helped athletes at every level — from youth basketball programs to university competition — unlock their athletic potential and stay healthy throughout the season. At Breakthrough Athletics, Chris leads all strength and conditioning training for our teams and programs. His sessions focus on building explosive power, improving mobility, and preventing injuries — giving athletes the foundation they need to perform at their best.
Known for his high-energy coaching style, attention to detail, and commitment to results, Chris plays an integral role in shaping the Breakthrough culture. He's not just building stronger athletes — he's developing confident, disciplined leaders who compete at the highest level.
We believe in developing the complete athlete. Beyond basketball skills, we focus on building confidence, resilience, leadership, and character. Every player who comes through Breakthrough Athletics leaves as a better person, both on and off the court.