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On this episode of The Bounce is Real Podcast, we sit down with Trinity Western University Men’s Basketball Head Coach, Trevor Pridie, for an in-depth and inspiring conversation.
We Talk about Trevor’s journey from his playing days to the steps and decisions that led him into the coaching world (He also got a ring with the Toronto Raptors). His story is filled with lessons for athletes and aspiring coaches alike, offering a real look at the grind and dedication it takes to reach the top levels of the game.
Next, Trevor shares valuable recruiting tips for young players who dream of competing at the university level. From the skills that stand out on the court to the intangibles coaches look for off the court, his insight is a must-hear for anyone hoping to make an impression.
We also talk about his recruitment of Caleb Gremaud, one of the first players from our Northern Bounce program to join TWU. Trevor gives us the inside scoop on what caught his eye about Caleb, how he fits into the Spartans’ system, and the potential he sees in him at the next level.
From there, we take a big-picture look at Basketball BC, where the game is right now, the growth it’s experiencing, and where Trevor thinks it could be heading in the years to come. His perspective shines a light on both the opportunities and challenges in our province’s basketball landscape.
Finally, we get a sneak peek into TWU’s upcoming season, where a strong roster and high expectations are setting the stage for an exciting year. From the team’s culture to key players to watch, Trevor gives us an insider’s look at what could be a special season for the Spartans.
It’s an episode full of insight, advice, and behind-the-scenes stories you won’t want to miss. Tune in and get ready to be inspired.
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On this episode of The Bounce is Real Podcast, we give you a full breakdown of what's ahead and what's been happening with Northern Bounce.
We kick things off by talking about our upcoming morning program, "The Breakfast Club", which is focused on high-intensity skill work in smaller groups with a fast-paced environment led by Tim and Sean. We’re excited to help our athletes level up before the school year even starts. We also dive into what’s ahead for our fall training what athletes can expect, what we’re emphasizing, and how we plan to build on the momentum from this summer.
Then we rewind to our trip to Chicago, where we competed hard and took big steps developmentally. The experience went beyond basketball—we explored the city, bonded as a team, and created memories that will stick. From the competition to the culture, it was a trip that reminded us why we do what we do.
Lastly, we highlight how our teams finished out the season, including strong performances in league play and at tournaments hosted by Gonzaga and Eastern Washington. The results show our growth, and more importantly, the resilience and hunger of our players.
Tune in it’s a mix of reflection, celebration, and a look at the grind ahead. Make sure to tune in!
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On this episode of The Bounce is Real Podcast, we recap an unforgettable weekend at the Genesis Tournament in Calgary, where our Northern Bounce elite teams had their best showing to date as a club. From start to finish, our squads brought intensity, teamwork, and heart to the floor and the results spoke for themselves.
The energy was high, and so was the level of play being the toughest competition in Western Canada. . We also dive into the positive feedback we've been receiving from coaches and programs across the province, recognizing the growth, grit, and development they’re seeing in Northern Bounce players. It's clear we're turning heads, and the work the young players are putting in is showing.
We also talk about our upcoming trip to Chicago, where we can’t wait to compete, grow, and make team memories that will last a lifetime (Maybe catch a Chicago Sky game).
You don’t want to miss this episode, it’s a celebration of progress, culture, and what happens when you stay committed to the grind.
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On this episode of The Bounce is Real Podcast, we sit down with Dezi Ducheck aka "50" to talk about his basketball journey from where it all began to the biggest moments of his high school career. We dive into the intensity of the Okanagan Finals, where he battled in front of a hostile Westsyde crowd, and the heartbreak and triumph of placing 2nd at the BC AA Provincials. Dezi also shares his excitement about committing to his university of choice and what’s next for his basketball career. Plus, we discuss him coming to play for Northern Bounce and the strong bond he has already built with his teammates, creating a new family both on and off the court.
Make sure to tune into this episode, this was a great story of staying locked in!
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On this episode of The Bounce is Real Podcast, we sit down with Meaghan Bourgeois (Valleyview Vikes) and Susannah DeVries (Sahali Sabres) to discuss their fast start to the basketball season, their expectations, and their predictions heading into this week's Fulton Cup Tournament. We also touch on their basketball journey through the Northern Bounce club program and how it has helped them gain confidence and become a vital piece of their teams' success. These girls are poised to make some noise this season, and we cannot wait to see what they can accomplish in their senior year. This is an episode you won't want to miss!
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On this episode of The Bounce is Real Podcast, we take a look at the season thus far, what has been a surprise to us and the teams to look this coming season. We also dive into our much debated and popular yearly Fulton Cup predictions as the top teams in Kamloops battle in out for bragging rights. Fulton Cup begins December 18th-20, 2024 at the TCC where there will be featured games so make sure you come out and support your teams/players! Make sure to tune into this episode, I am sure you will want to hear these hot takes!
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On this episode of The Bounce is Real Podcast, we sit down with Josh Onyango, a grade 11 prolific scorer out of South Kamloops Secondary school who knows firsthand the ups and downs of basketball. Josh opens up about his journey, sharing the physical toll of injuries and the mental health challenges he faced along the way. We dive into his experiences navigating the highs and lows of competing, rehabbing and bringing awareness to young athletes about the struggles of navigating through injuries. From his own playing days to supporting the next generation, Josh sheds light on the unique pressures young basketball players endure and how they can overcome adversity. Josh also is using this podcast for his school Capstone project and he leads an interview asking Coach Tim & Garvey questions about their experiences playing through injuries. His story is packed with inspiration, resilience, and valuable lessons—you won’t want to miss this episode!
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On this episode of The Bounce is Real Podcast, we sit down with coach Spencer Ledoux who just came of an extremely successful U Sport career. We talk about how he got into basketball and the long journey and dedication it takes to become successful at the next level. We chat about his high school career and the rivalry he had with coach Tim's tough South Kam teams and the friends he made along the way. Spencer shares about his career at Prince George and how the trials and tribulations shaped him up to who he is today especially playing through the Covid times. Spencer has so much knowledge to share so you want to miss this episode!
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On this episode of The Bounce is Real Podcast, we sit down with Westsyde Whundas rising star Calder Macleod. We talk about when he first came to Northern Bounce having to play heavy minutes and gaining valuable experience as a player and a leader. We discuss the success this spring season after having to sit out all last year with an injury. We also dive into this coming fall where he will be playing quarterback for the football team as well as getting his basketball reps in. Calder has a big year ahead of him as the senior boys basketball team look to compete for a provincial title and how will he and the young guys fit an already loaded roster. Calder can be quiet in person but is Macleod with his actions, make sure to check this episode out!
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In this episode we sit down with coach Sean Garvey and recap our busiest, exciting, most challenging, and most successful season thus far. We discuss our growth in numbers, the new league we started, our trip to Dallas and getting to play against RWE and more. We also touch on some highlights of each program and where we see ourselves going in the future. Lastly we talk about our upcoming fall training starting in September that you do not want to miss! It is never a dull moment when we catch up with coach Garvey and this is an episode you won't want to miss!
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In this episode we interview Madeleine (Maddy) Dangerfield aka Danger. We discuss where she started in her basketball journey and the hard work it takes to become a well rounded athlete. We dive into where she gets her competitiveness from and how it has both helped her and sometimes has gotten the best of her. We also talk about how she is contributing to a North Kamloops junior girls team that is currently number 1 in the city and how they are just getting started! Maddy also talks on how Northern Bounce has helped propel her game and is excited for the future as she has big goals of playing beyond high school. Maddy has so much more to say so make sure to tune into this episode, it's one you don't want to miss!
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In this episode we interview Kiyo Brown aka Light Brown. We get into how Kiyo fell in love with the game of basketball. The hard work he has put in throughout last year to become one of the top players on his all grade 11 senior team at Westsyde Secondary. We talk about his journey with Northern Bounce and how it has helped him with his game on the court and his friendships off the court. Finally we discuss what are his goals for this upcoming Spring/Summer club season and how he will elevate his game as his team fights for a provincial championship for the upcoming seasons! You won't want to miss this episode!
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On this episode of The Bounce is Real Podcast, we sit down with South Kamloops Titans rising star Max Ritchie. We talk about how he went from having low expectations and confidence to becoming a leader and starting point guard on a talented Titans team. We talk about how he mentally prepares for his game and how he keeps his body and mind healthy heading into each match. We also talk about his two year growth from not getting minutes to working hard during the offseason and now becoming a known two way player. We discuss how Northern Bounce Spring/Summer/Fall training and seasons has helped him excel both in basketball and in his relationships with his peers off the court. Make sure to check this episode out!
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Happy New Year everyone! To start off 2024 we sat down with Cale Hanaghan aka Cale Smoothie to chat about his growth into one of the most exciting two way players here in Kamloops. We chat about his role as a leader on his high school team North Kamloops Saints and what to expect in this upcoming season. We also discuss where his love of basketball came from and how he has developed his explosiveness which has made him dunk everything in sight! You definitely don't want to miss this one!
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It's that time of year again, Garvey's in the house and we dive into predictions of the upcoming high school basketball season. We take a look at the different teams, some of the early season success and woes. We discuss the teams to beat and the teams that are creeping up on those bigger schools. Sean talks about taking on his new role as the Fulton Cup director and you our listeners and or basketball fans can win a car during half time at the girls final! Make sure to tune into this episode as I host Sean and talk about the exciting things coming up this high school basketball season!
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We welcome back season 2 of The Bounce is Real Podcast with Clark Retuya as a special guest! In this episode we chat about his last years success as an 8th grader winning the city championship under the coaching of The Bounce is Real Podcast Alumni, Nick Sarai. We also get into how came from growing up playing basketball in the Philippines, the different style of play and how he has grown as a basketball player since joining Northern Bounce. We talk about his high school team Brock Broncos and how his team of grade 9's are playing in the junior league against older and strong competition. We last reflect on his first year at Northern Bounce and the competition that exist outside of Kamloops. This is an episode you do not want to miss!
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In this episode, we chat with Northern Bounce founder Jordan Yu (JY). We discuss so much with JY about how he started Northern Bounce and how our partnership came to be. We talk about his journey from high school to college to University to playing overseas! We dive into how basketball has done so much for his family and how he has grown the sport in Prince George. Northern Bounce has so many exciting events coming up in the next year so you do not want to miss this one!
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In this episode, we sit down with two Sahali Sabres' Dainen Boyd and Nate Nessman to talk about their first experience with an AAU type basketball schedule and playing against the best competition. We discuss what it is like to find a role within one of BC's best U/16 squads and how the challenging practices helped them grow more confident as a player and their abilities. As they both enter into their grade 11 years, they look to boost the Sabres roster and help them make a deep run in the upcoming basketball season.
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This episode we sit down with Kamloops very own Tyrelle Chadwick to talk about his journey from Kamloops to competing on NCAA Division 1 Illinois State University's baseball team. How basketball played a factor in competing and conditioning. Being a multi-sport athlete. Having his dad who played in the Major leagues guide him to where he is at. Coming back to play summer baseball with the North Paws and more.
You do not want to miss this one!
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In this episode, we sit down with Spencer Coyle aka The Slim Leaper, and talk about his senior year playing at North Kamloops Secondary, his personal growth as a leader, and his developing point guard. Spencer is a true point guard with a pass-first mentality and will be looking to see what the future holds for him as he navigates through his basketball journey!
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Let's talk Hoops in the Loops! The ever so growing outdoor 3 on 3 basketball tournament held in the downtown area of Kamloops in the summer. Coach Garvey, one of the event coordinators, joins us to talk about the tournament, the growth, and the big cash prize! We also recap our last month of club basketball and preview our upcoming tournament in Calgary. As always it is great conversation with Garvey!
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Cason Scott joins us on the episode to talk about his quick rise in basketball and how it was growing up with competitive/supportive parents. The new friendships he has made this spring. His favorite tournament from last year. Most importantly he tells us who was the most fire aux when it comes to the pregame music.
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The Bounce was real in PG (Prince George). The chants. The hectic schedule. The highlights & lowlights. The new friendships made on and off the court. The first tournament of the spring season was a success. On to the next!
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Coach Vijay Dhillon joins us on the episode to talk about how he came to Kamloops. How it is to balance basketball and university course. Joining us at Northern Bounce. The current state of club basketball. How he made deep connections with the players at Northern Bounce. He answers the question of if he will return to coach once again at Northern Bounce!
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Joined by Sean Garvey we recap a wild week of multi-sport camp and our spring/summer club team ID camp. Shout out to all the camp instructors who made a difference in these young kids' lives. We talked about our ID camp with a record number of hoopers out this year. Finally, we conclude our high school season with a recap of the teams that represented Kamloops in provincials. You do not want to miss this episode!
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You don't want to miss this one, nothing but magic when we all get together! We dive into our last two years en route to the city of Kamloops' first ever High School Boy's Provincial Title! Heartbreak in 2017. Where it started. Sarai MVP. Hard work. Importance of chemistry and buying into a program!
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Coach Emma is one of the most decorated players when it comes to Kamloops-born basketball players. Provincial champion with South Kamloops Titans, TRU women's basketball legend, Junior National Team player, and TRU women's assistant coach. Coach Piggin brings so much experience to the Northern Bounce girl's program and is excited to grow the sport of basketball here in Kamloops. Today we talk about her experience with the national team, her upcoming schedule for the Northern Bounce girls program as well a possible trip to Pheonix Arizona to cap off the spring/summer season.
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Charlie McKay aka Chuck sits down with us as the MVP of the AAA Okanagan. Currently in Grade 11, Charlie has led a primarily grade 11 (one gr. 10 & one gr.12) South Kamloops team back to the Provincials for the first time since they won the title in 2018. We take a look back at the up and down season. His growth as a player since starting with Northern Bounce last spring. Finally, some advice coach Unaegbu gives to Chuck as his team prepares for the Provincial tournament that starts next week!
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Low Road Larry & The Penguin share their experience being in grade 10 on their respective senior boy's teams. Who wins in a one-on-one battle. What it will take to win the Okanagan. Their favorite memories playing together at Northern Bounce. It is always comedy when they are around, these two together are must-see (or listen) T.V.
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Who are the favourites!? With the high school season coming to a close, Sean and Tim take a look at which teams are heading into playoffs as the favorites, which gyms have the most hostile crowds, girls basketball on the rise, how to be recruited and our upcoming spring programs! You do not want to miss this episode.. or any other ones in fact!
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The first episode is finally here! No better way to start a podcast with coach Sean Garvey taking us through high school hoops, how he found basketball, some legendary coaches, funny stories, and of course how Northern Bounce was created. You do not want to miss this episode.. or any other ones in fact!
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Caleb Gremaud of Northern Bounce talks about local hoops, his 2022 Provincial Championship run, his first year playing AAU basketball, and a special exclusive announcement of where he is committed to playing basketball next year. You do not want to miss this episode!
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