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The Heat Beat the Raptors on the Court and in Basketball Leadership

In Podcasts by Brock Bourgase

Miami’s 108-91 win over Toronto on St. Patrick’s game not only showcased the Heat’s elite talent but a wide gap in leadership between the two teams. When games are competitive in crunch time – this game was tied at 77 with 11:06 to play in the fourth quarter – the Raptors’ leadership fails. There is a lack of organizational leadership, leadership by example and vocal leadership. Keep pulling the rope together.

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What’s Wrong with the Raptors?

In Podcasts by Brock Bourgase

The Toronto Raptors have started the season off 3-13, alienating many fans. Compared to last year, offense is a little better and defense is a few points worse but the record is a disappointment. The difference comes down to a few minor points: conceding open baskets, allowing a little more penetration and needing too much help while rotating too slowly.

Three Ways to Reach Goals (at School and on the Court)

In Podcasts by Brock Bourgase

Canada Basketball’s new approach to the Senior Men’s National Team follows three successful approaches from the recent 2012 Olympics (Spain/Argentina, the United States and Russia). High school teacher-coaches can create a family environment, an elite organization and a resilient work ethic to help student-athletes buy in and reach their goals.

Building and Developing Great Teams

In Podcasts by Brock Bourgase

As the season ends for the Toronto Raptors, they are faced with the fact that success may be multiple drafts away.  Consistent winners have built their teams through the draft, selecting talented athletes and developing them into great players.

38 Days Later: Is Linsanity Over?

In Podcasts by Brock Bourgase

Contrasting the performance of Jeremy Lin between a 90-87 win over the Toronto Raptors on February 14th and a 96-79 loss on March 23rd. How has the return of Carmelo Anthony and the hiring of Mike Woodson changed Lin’s numbers?

Can 2:11 Define a Season?

In Podcasts by Brock Bourgase

Toronto led Los Angeles 88-84 with 2:11 left in Sunday’s game. Unfortunately, after the Lakers took timeout, the game took a turn for the worse for the Raptors, much like many other games this year. Consistent decision-making, toughness and teamwork is required to succeed throughout the season.