Set The Tempo

Tyler Conium
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Set The Tempo with Tyler Conium is a podcast dedicated to the Toronto Tempo and the rise of women’s basketball in Canada. Fresh episodes after every game day, featuring game recaps, player performances, coaching decisions, and league-wide storylines that matter. Smart analysis. Real conversation. A Toronto perspective. This is where the Tempo begins. thesqueezes.substack.com

  1. Set The Tempo Postgame: Toronto Tempo Win FIRST Overtime Game | Brittney Sykes Ties Career High

    1d ago

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Toronto Tempo Win FIRST Overtime Game | Brittney Sykes Ties Career High

    That was a rollercoaster. In this episode of Set The Tempo, Tyler Conium reacts to Toronto’s wild 106-102 overtime win over the Connecticut Sun — the first overtime victory in franchise history. It was not supposed to be that hard. After an ugly first half where Toronto struggled defensively, got hammered on the glass, and trailed by 11 at halftime, the Tempo found a way to claw back behind another massive performance from Brittney Sykes. Sykes tied her career high with 38 points, added 4 rebounds, 2 steals and a block, and helped drag Toronto across the finish line in overtime. 🚨 In this episode: 🔥 First Overtime Win in Franchise History * Toronto beats Connecticut 106-102 * Tempo improve to 7-5 * First OT game and first OT win for the franchise 💪 Brittney Sykes Carries Toronto * 38 points in 41 minutes * 13-of-13 from the free throw line * 50% from three * Continues proving she is the heartbeat of the Tempo 🎯 Marina Mabrey vs Her Former Team * 21 points against Connecticut * Hit big shots late despite some rough stretches * Huge steal in overtime helped seal the win 😬 Ugly First Half * Connecticut scored 57 by halftime * Toronto’s transition defense struggled badly * Sun dominated the glass early * Tempo looked a step slow for long stretches 🏀 Rebounding Problems Return * Connecticut out-rebounded Toronto 57-40 * Sun grabbed 18 offensive rebounds * Olivia Nelson-Ododa caused major problems inside 🇨🇦 Aaliyah Edwards Shows Out * 24 points on 8-of-9 shooting * Strong performance from the Canadian forward * Two missed late free throws helped swing the game 📈 Free Throws Save Toronto * Tempo shot 43 free throws * Sykes, Sabally and Yuskaitė carried the load at the line * Toronto’s best offense came from attacking instead of settling 😅 Izzy Harrison Comes Back Down * Rough shooting night after strong return vs Chicago * Still brings needed leadership and frontcourt presence * Why patience matters as she works back from injury ⏳ Next Up: Washington Mystics * Quick turnaround on the road * Rematch of Toronto’s first-ever WNBA game * Shakira Austin and Sonia Citron will be major problems again * Tempo now sitting 7th in the WNBA standings 📅 Next Game: Toronto Tempo vs Washington Mystics🎧 New episodes after EVERY Tempo game 📲 Follow @TylerConium🇨🇦 The Tempo survive, advance, and move to 7-5 Let’s Set The Tempo. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thesqueezes.substack.com

    15 min
  2. Set The Tempo Postgame: Toronto Tempo Crush Chicago Sky 85-68 | Izzy Harrison Returns!

    4d ago

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Toronto Tempo Crush Chicago Sky 85-68 | Izzy Harrison Returns!

    Welcome back, Izzy Harrison. In this episode of Set The Tempo, Tyler Conium reacts to Toronto’s convincing 85-68 win over the Chicago Sky in the Tempo’s first Commissioner’s Cup game of the season. With Kiki Rice sidelined by injury, Toronto desperately needed a frontcourt boost — and Isabelle Harrison delivered immediately. In just 17 minutes, Harrison finished with: 🔥 14 points🔥 6 rebounds🔥 2 assists🔥 +15 Her return completely changed the look of the Tempo offense, giving Toronto a true stretch big and a veteran frontcourt presence they’ve been missing all season. 🚨 In this episode: 🔥 Izzy Harrison Makes Immediate Impact * 14 points in 17 minutes * Hit two huge threes * Added spacing, rebounding and veteran poise * Why her return changes Toronto’s offense 🏀 Frontcourt Help Finally Arrives * Toronto has needed size all season * Harrison gives Sabally much-needed support * Tempo finally get a look at what this roster can be when healthier 💪 Brittney Sykes Sets the Tone * Team-high 25 points * 7 rebounds and 3 assists * Continued attacking the rim * Led Toronto in minutes and plus/minus 🧠 Marina Mabrey Does More Than Score * Only 9 points, but strong all-around impact * 6 assists, 4 rebounds, 2 steals and a block * No personal fouls after recent frustration concerns 📈 Nyara Sabally Keeps Building * 8 of Toronto’s first 10 points * Finished with 16 points * Continues to look more comfortable offensively 📉 Three-Point Shooting Still a Concern * Tempo shot just 4-of-22 from three * Luckily, Chicago struggled even more * Why Toronto’s free throw balance mattered again 🇨🇦 Commissioner’s Cup Win * First Commissioner’s Cup game for Toronto * Point differential matters * Tempo win every quarter or tie it 📊 Quarter-Season Check-In * Toronto improves to 6-5 * One quarter of the WNBA season is complete * Have the Tempo exceeded expectations so far? ⏳ Next Up: Connecticut Sun * Toronto hosts the struggling Connecticut Sun * Chance to build momentum at home * Big opportunity before a tougher stretch against Atlanta and Indiana 📅 Next Game: Toronto Tempo vs Connecticut Sun🎧 New episodes after EVERY Tempo game 📲 Follow @TylerConium🇨🇦 Toronto is above .500 again Let’s Set The Tempo. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thesqueezes.substack.com

    15 min
  3. Set The Tempo Postgame: Kiki Rice Leaves With Injury as Toronto Tempo Lose to New York Liberty

    Jun 4

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Kiki Rice Leaves With Injury as Toronto Tempo Lose to New York Liberty

    The Toronto Tempo ran into their toughest test of the season — and it came with a major scare. In this episode of Set The Tempo, Tyler Conium reacts to Toronto’s 97-82 loss to the New York Liberty, a game that was overshadowed late by an ankle injury to rookie guard Kiki Rice. The Tempo started strong, but New York’s size, experience, and frontcourt dominance eventually took over. Jonquel Jones was the story of the night, putting up a massive performance inside as Toronto’s ongoing frontcourt issues showed up again. 🚨 In this episode: 😟 Kiki Rice Injury Concern * Kiki Rice leaves late with an ankle injury 🏀 Toronto Falls Back to .500 * Tempo lose 97-82 to New York 🔥 Mabry & Sykes Lead the Offense * Marina Mabry finishes with 17 points 😤 Jonquel Jones Dominates Inside * 22 points and 17 rebounds 🧱 Liberty Size Was the Difference * Breanna Stewart struggled early but still finished with 19 points and 9 rebounds 📉 Toronto’s Offense Fades After Strong Start * Tempo led after the first quarter 🧠 Sandy Brondello’s Return to New York * No revenge win for Brondello against her former team ⏳ Next Up: Chicago Sky * Tempo return home for two straight games 📅 Next Game: Toronto Tempo vs Chicago Sky🎧 New episodes after EVERY Tempo game 📲 Follow @TylerConium🇨🇦 The Tempo are 5-5 — and waiting on Kiki Rice news Let’s Set The Tempo. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thesqueezes.substack.com

    12 min
  4. Set The Tempo Postgame: Toronto Tempo Trounce Seattle Storm 93-72 | Kiki Rice Keeps Rolling!

    May 30

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Toronto Tempo Trounce Seattle Storm 93-72 | Kiki Rice Keeps Rolling!

    That is how you win a basketball game. In this episode of Set The Tempo, Tyler Conium reacts to Toronto’s dominant 93-72 win over the Seattle Storm, giving the Tempo their second victory over Seattle this season and moving the expansion team above .500 at 5-4. After a sloppy second quarter, Toronto exploded in the second half, outscoring Seattle 56-36 after halftime and turning a tight game into a 21-point statement win. The Tempo got contributions across the board, but once again, rookie guard Kiki Rice looked like one of the most reliable players on the floor. 🚨 In this episode: 🔥 Toronto Pulls Away in the Second Half * Tempo beat Seattle 93-72 🌟 Kiki Rice Keeps Proving It * 17 points, 6 rebounds, 4 steals 🎯 Marina Mabrey Starts Hot * Team-high 18 points 💪 All-Around Team Effort * 18 from Mabry 🧠 Julie Allemand Returns * Worked back in after injury 😬 Sloppy Second Quarter * Tempo blew an early double-digit lead 🔒 Defense Changed Everything * Toronto forced 18 Seattle turnovers 🚨 Rotation Notes * Lexie Held waived earlier in the week ⏳ Next Up: New York Liberty * First real measuring-stick game 📅 Next Game: Toronto Tempo vs New York Liberty🎧 New episodes after EVERY Tempo game 📲 Follow @TylerConium🇨🇦 Toronto is 5-4 and starting to look dangerous Let’s Set The Tempo. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thesqueezes.substack.com

    11 min
  5. Set The Tempo Postgame: Nyara Sabally Career Night Leads Toronto Tempo Past Chicago Sky

    May 28

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Nyara Sabally Career Night Leads Toronto Tempo Past Chicago Sky

    The Toronto Tempo are back in the win column 🇨🇦🏀 In this episode of Set The Tempo, Tyler Conium reacts to Toronto’s 111-104 road win over the Chicago Sky — a massive bounce-back performance after two straight ugly losses. The star of the night?🔥 Nyara Sabally, who exploded for a career-high 29 points and helped answer one of the biggest questions surrounding the Tempo: can they find enough frontcourt production? Toronto improves to 4-4 on the season, with three of their four wins coming on the road. 🚨 In this episode: 🔥 Nyara Sabally Career Night * Career-high 29 points 📈 Toronto’s Most Complete Offensive Game? * Tempo score 111 points 🌟 Kiki Rice Keeps Rising * 14 points, 8 rebounds, 7 assists 🔥 Mabrey & Sykes Both Deliver * Marina Mabrey finds her shot with 24 points 🧠 Better Shot Profile = Better Results * Tempo took 26 threes and 30 free throws 🏀 Chicago’s Injuries Matter — But So Do Toronto’s * Sky missing key players 😬 Injury Watch Continues * Maria Conde leaves with a possible neck injury ⏳ Next Up: Seattle Storm Rematch * Toronto returns home Saturday afternoon 📅 Next Game: Toronto Tempo vs Seattle Storm🎧 New episodes after EVERY Tempo game 📲 Follow @TylerConium🇨🇦 The Tempo are back to .500 Let’s Set The Tempo. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thesqueezes.substack.com

    13 min
  6. Set The Tempo Postgame: Toronto Tempo Lose Expansion Battle vs Portland Fire | Kiki Rice Shines Again

    May 24

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Toronto Tempo Lose Expansion Battle vs Portland Fire | Kiki Rice Shines Again

    Back-to-back rough nights for the Toronto Tempo. In this episode of Set The Tempo, Tyler Conium reacts to Toronto’s 99-80 loss to the Portland Fire in the first-ever WNBA expansion matchup between the two new franchises. After a strong first half, the Tempo fell apart after the break as Portland’s depth, rebounding, and three-point shooting took over. Toronto once again struggled from beyond the arc, shooting just 6-of-25 from three, while Portland’s bench outscored the Tempo reserves 42-20. The biggest bright spot?🌟 Kiki Rice continues to look like the future of the franchise. 🚨 In this episode: 😬 Back-to-Back Ugly Losses * Toronto drops to 3-4 on the season 🏀 Frontcourt Problems Continue * Portland dominated the interior 📉 Three-Point Shooting Fails Again * Tempo shot just 6-of-25 from three 🌟 Kiki Rice Is the Bright Spot * 19 points on 8-of-11 shooting 🔥 Portland’s Depth Took Over * Fire bench outscored Toronto’s bench 42-20 🧠 Expansion Team Reality Check * Toronto is still learning how to play together ⏳ Next Up: Chicago Sky * Toronto gets a few days to reset 📅 Next Game: Toronto Tempo vs Chicago Sky🎧 New episodes after EVERY Tempo game 📲 Follow @TylerConium🇨🇦 The Tempo need a reset — and fast Let’s Set The Tempo. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thesqueezes.substack.com

    13 min
  7. Set The Tempo Postgame: Toronto Tempo Get CRUSHED by Lynx 100-72 | Winning Streak Ends

    May 22

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Toronto Tempo Get CRUSHED by Lynx 100-72 | Winning Streak Ends

    The Toronto Tempo winning streak is over — and this one was ugly. In this episode of Set The Tempo, Tyler Conium reacts to Toronto’s 100-72 loss to the Minnesota Lynx, ending the Tempo’s two-game winning streak and dropping the expansion franchise back to .500. After back-to-back statement wins over the Los Angeles Sparks and Phoenix Mercury, Toronto came crashing back down in Minnesota with one of their roughest performances of the season. The Tempo lived by the three in recent wins… but against the Lynx, they died by it. 🚨 In this episode: 😬 Toronto Gets Blown Out * Tempo lose 100-72 in Minnesota 📉 Live and Die by the Three * Toronto shot 12-of-41 from three 🚨 Marina Mabrey’s Rough Night * 3 points 🏀 Minnesota Dominated Everything * Lynx out-rebounded Toronto 56-31 🌟 Olivia Miles Looked As Advertised * 14 points, 4 rebounds, 5 assists 🧪 Bench Minutes & Rotation Notes * Kia Nurse hits six threes 🔥 Burn the Tape * Why this might just be one of “those games” ⏳ Next Up: Portland Fire * Toronto returns home 📅 Next Game: Toronto Tempo vs Portland Fire🎧 New episodes after EVERY Tempo game 📲 Follow @TylerConium🇨🇦 Back home. Burn the tape. Reset. Let’s Set The Tempo. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thesqueezes.substack.com

    12 min
  8. Set The Tempo Postgame: Toronto Tempo Win SECOND STRAIGHT! | Mabrey & Sykes Drop 61 vs Mercury

    May 20

    Set The Tempo Postgame: Toronto Tempo Win SECOND STRAIGHT! | Mabrey & Sykes Drop 61 vs Mercury

    Don’t look now… but the Toronto Tempo are ABOVE .500 🇨🇦🏀 In this episode of Set The Tempo, Tyler Conium reacts to Toronto’s HUGE 98-90 victory over the Phoenix Mercury — the second straight win for the expansion franchise and arguably their most impressive performance yet. Facing a Mercury team loaded with stars and missing multiple key players themselves, the Tempo leaned on their now-famous “million-dollar backcourt” and got another breakout performance from rookie Kiki Rice. 🔥 Marina Mabrey: 30 points🔥 Brittney Sykes: 31 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists🌟 Kiki Rice: 15 points, 7 rebounds, +13 This team is starting to look LEGIT. 🚨 In this episode: 🔥 The Million-Dollar Backcourt Took OVER * Marina Mabrey bounces back with 30 points 🌟 Kiki Rice Continues to Shine * 15 points, 7 rebounds, 3 assists 💪 Toronto Beats Phoenix SHORTHANDED * No Julie Allemand * No Niara Sabally * No Temi Fagbenle * No Izzy Harrison 🧠 Sandy Brondello’s Culture Is Showing * “Next woman up” mentality fully visible 📈 Tempo Might Be Ahead of Schedule * Toronto improves to 3-2 🏀 Why the Fourth Quarter Was So Impressive * Tempo outscored Phoenix 25-16 in the fourth 😤 The Role Players Continue Delivering * Laura Yuskaitė excellent again ⏳ Next Up: Minnesota Lynx * Final game of the road trip 📅 Next Game: Toronto Tempo vs Minnesota Lynx🎧 New episodes after EVERY Tempo game 📲 Follow @TylerConium🇨🇦 The Tempo are officially rolling Let’s Set The Tempo. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thesqueezes.substack.com

    12 min
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Set The Tempo with Tyler Conium is a podcast dedicated to the Toronto Tempo and the rise of women’s basketball in Canada. Fresh episodes after every game day, featuring game recaps, player performances, coaching decisions, and league-wide storylines that matter. Smart analysis. Real conversation. A Toronto perspective. This is where the Tempo begins. thesqueezes.substack.com

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  • Creator
    Tyler Conium
  • Years Active
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  • Episodes
    24
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  • Copyright
    © Tyler Conium
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