Basketball Manitoba Podcast

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Basketball Manitoba Podcast

The Basketball Manitoba Podcast Series is being produced to highlight, showcase and celebrate those that have been and continue to be instrumental to the growth and development of basketball throughout the province and beyond. The series will include a wide range of players, coaches and others who have been pioneers at all levels of the game. The series will explore the journey and reflections of a wide range of local basketball people focusing on how the game has impacted their lives and the lessons they have learned along the way.

  1. 71 - Kelli Sinnock - Basketball Manitoba Podcast

    JUL 7

    71 - Kelli Sinnock - Basketball Manitoba Podcast

    Today, on the Basketball Manitoba Podcast, we have Kelli Sinnock. She is a Graduate of Fort Richmond Collegiate and has been coaching basketball for over 20 years. Coaching Basketball camps, community, club, Junior high, high school, and provincial team levels.  She’s been the Varsity Girls' Basketball Coach at Sanford Collegiate since 2008 and is deeply involved in developing grassroots basketball in rural Manitoba.  Throughout her coaching career, Kelli has been involved with a wide range of programs, such as the Jr. Bisons, junior high teams, Legion Athletic Camps, and the Manitoba Provincial Team. She founded the Mini and Junior Sabres Programs, as well as playing a key role in the creation of the TAP South.  She was named the Basketball Manitoba AAA Coach of the Year and Grey Cup Legacy Female High School Coach of the Year for 2024. Currently serving as an assistant coach with the Manitoba Provincial Team 17U Female program, preparing to represent the province at the 2025 Canada Games in St. John’s, Newfoundland.

    1h 3m
  2. 70 - Marlin Kraus - Basketball Manitoba Podcast

    JUN 23

    70 - Marlin Kraus - Basketball Manitoba Podcast

    Today on the Basketball Manitoba Podcast, we have Marlin Kraus. He has been involved in basketball since 1991. He is a graduate of Sisler High School, where he made it to the final four in his grade 11 year, and in his grade 12 year, he was ranked the number two player in the province. He played 3 years on the Manitoba Provincial Team program. He then went on to play at the University of Winnipeg Wesmen for two years. After graduating, he moved into coaching. He has coached at the Community, High school, Club, and provincial team levels, working with the Jr Bisons, Niverville, and Sturgeon Heights Collegiate, as well as the U15 and U17 Boys Provincial Team programs. He also served on the executive board of the Jr Bisons Basketball club and was a co-developer of the JRB Elite Program. He is the founder, current head coach, and president of the Legacy Preparatory Basketball Academy program. He is a current member of the Basketball Manitoba Board of Directors.

    1h 23m
  3. Special Episode: Coaching Advice from Manitoba’s Best – A Basketball Manitoba Podcast Compilation

    JUN 9

    Special Episode: Coaching Advice from Manitoba’s Best – A Basketball Manitoba Podcast Compilation

    Today on the Basketball Manitoba Podcast, we are pleased to present our second Special Edition Episode, a curated collection of invaluable advice, insights, and philosophies from some of the most respected basketball minds in Manitoba’s history. Over the years, we've had the privilege of sitting down with dozens of coaches who have helped shape the landscape of basketball in our province. In this episode, we revisit some of the most impactful moments from past interviews — all focused on one common theme: coaching excellence. Whether you're a seasoned veteran on the sidelines, a new coach just starting your journey, or simply a fan of the game, this episode offers a wide range of perspectives on what it takes to succeed as a leader in basketball. You'll hear about: Building a strong team cultureMotivating young athletesOvercoming adversityLong-term player developmentThe evolution of coaching philosophies over timeAnd the importance of mentorship and continuous learning These segments are pulled from interviews with many of Manitoba's most successful and influential coaches — individuals who have not only found success on the scoreboard but have also made a lasting impact on the lives of their players and communities. Tune in, take notes, and be inspired. This is a celebration of the coaches who continue to elevate the game in Manitoba and beyond.

    53 min
  4. 68 - Jeff Laping - Basketball Manitoba Podcast

    APR 7

    68 - Jeff Laping - Basketball Manitoba Podcast

    Today on the Basketball Manitoba podcast, we have Jeff Laping. A graduate of St. Paul’s High School, he has been involved with the school’s basketball program since 1995 and has coached the varsity boys since 2000. He has led the Crusaders to five conference championships, 12 final four appearances, and four provincial championships.  Under his leadership, St. Paul’s has produced 25 Canadian college or USports level players. He has served as an assistant coach with the University of Manitoba Bisons and has coached multiple provincial teams and with Canada Basketball’s Centre for Performance.  He is the former president of the Manitoba Basketball Coaches Association and has received numerous accolades, including AAAA Boys Coach of the Year in 2009 and 2014, and the Peter Dyck Award for Coaching Excellence in 2010.

    1h 12m
  5. 67 - Joel Themmen - Basketball Manitoba Podcast

    MAR 24

    67 - Joel Themmen - Basketball Manitoba Podcast

    Today on the Basketball Manitoba Podcast, we have Joel Themmen.  He has been a staple in the Basketball Community for over 30 years.  He is a graduate of Kildonan East Collegiate and then went on to play basketball at the University of Manitoba for 3 years.  He coached high school for 11 years at Kildonan East, Sisler, Miles Mac and Fort Richmond.  He coached the Manitoba Provincial Team as an assistant coach 6 times and a head coach once. He’s been an assistant coach with the University of Manitoba Bisons Men’s and Women’s teams for 6 seasons and was an assistant at Red River College for 6 years.  He was on the coaching staff with the Winnipeg Cyclone for 1 year.   Currently, he is an Assistant Coach with Scott Martin at Canadian Mennonite University, a role he’s held for 6 years.  He was also a Basketball Manitoba board member for 2 years.

    1h 25m
  6. 66 - Martha Bradbury - Basketball Manitoba Podcast

    MAR 10

    66 - Martha Bradbury - Basketball Manitoba Podcast

    Today, on the Basketball Manitoba Podcast, we have Martha Bradbury. She has been an official in Manitoba for over 25 years at all levels of the game.  She graduated from Nelson High School in Burlington, Ontario, where she was named athlete of the year. She played basketball and volleyball and competed in track and field, where she held an Ontario record for the high jump for 10 years.  She went on to graduate from the University of Manitoba.   She was a U SPORTS / CIS official for over 22 years and officiated the U SPORTS Nationals four times.  She officiated at the Canada Basketball National Championships five times and was a Referee Coach at nationals 8 times.  She is currently the Manitoba Provincial Supervisor and Board Member for the Manitoba Association of Basketball Officials (MABO).   She is currently one of MABO’s lead clinicians and evaluators and represented the Canadian Basketball Officials Commission on the Jr. NBA Canadian Leadership Council.

    1h 23m
  7. 65 - Earl Roberts - Basketball Manitoba Podcast

    FEB 26

    65 - Earl Roberts - Basketball Manitoba Podcast

    Today, on the Basketball Manitoba Podcast, we have Earl Roberts.  He played high school basketball at Humberside Collegiate and Runnymede Collegiate in Toronto. He then went on to play at Brandon University.  There, he was a 5-year starter and helped Brandon go to the National Tournament 3 times, securing two bronze medals and a silver in 1984 He is a two-time GPAC All-Star and is a Brandon University Dick and Verda McDonald Sports Wall of Fame member.  He’s a Manitoba Basketball Hall of Fame member, Class of 2005  Beyond his playing days, he has dedicated over 30 years to officiating basketball at various levels, including local, provincial, and U SPORTS national competitions, 3 times, and has been an official of the Canadian Elite Basketball League. Most recently, he has been a member of the Pathway to Excellence committee, whose mission is to develop up-and-coming officials to become U SPORTS and International officials.

    1h 22m
  8. 64 - Ilarion Bonhomme - Basketball Manitoba Podcast

    FEB 10

    64 - Ilarion Bonhomme - Basketball Manitoba Podcast

    Today, on the Basketball Manitoba Podcast, we have Ilarion Bonhomme, the current head coach of the Brandon Bobcats women’s program. He played high school basketball at Cardozo High School in Washington, DC. He played at Brandon University for three years and was named Canada West Rookie of the Year. He transferred to play his last two years with the University of Manitoba Bisons and helped the program return to excellence, earning their first trip to nationals in 30 years after securing a silver medal in the Canada West playoffs in 2018 He then played internationally in Norway, Australia, Sweden, Ukraine, Spain, and the United Kingdom for six seasons. In 2024, he retired from playing and was named the Head Coach of the Brandon University Women’s Basketball Team.

    1h 18m
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The Basketball Manitoba Podcast Series is being produced to highlight, showcase and celebrate those that have been and continue to be instrumental to the growth and development of basketball throughout the province and beyond. The series will include a wide range of players, coaches and others who have been pioneers at all levels of the game. The series will explore the journey and reflections of a wide range of local basketball people focusing on how the game has impacted their lives and the lessons they have learned along the way.

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  • Creator
    Basketball Manitoba
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    75
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Basketball Manitoba
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    Basketball Manitoba Podcast

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