Basketball coach/author/former journalist/comms person on the West Coast. The views expressed here are my own.

Victoria, BC
Joined June 2010
I first listened to Jim Robson as a kid in Edmonton on radio broadcasts of Canucks games. Years later, I had the pleasure of spending an afternoon with the legend at his home in Kits while I was working on a Canucks book. A truly gracious man. RIP and condolences to his family.
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I cannot believe this swing. George Springer forever.
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Big time @PB_Uncommitted player to watch this week in Toronto. Also up to 90 on the hill in Sylvan Lake, arm strength translates to the hot corner. Hitter. 👍👍 @VABjets | @willzielinski20
UTL/RHP Will Zielinski 2026, @VABjets @PB_Uncommitted 6-foot-4, 190-pounds Up close look at Zielinski’s BP rounds from this weekend. Aggressive move towards the ball, elevated to the big part of the field. Mature frame with strength that translated in-game all weekend. Max EV - 101.4 mph Max Distance - 383 ft @willzielinski20 | #SLClassic🇨🇦
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UTL/RHP Will Zielinski 2026, @VABjets @PB_Uncommitted 6-foot-4, 190-pounds Up close look at Zielinski’s BP rounds from this weekend. Aggressive move towards the ball, elevated to the big part of the field. Mature frame with strength that translated in-game all weekend. Max EV - 101.4 mph Max Distance - 383 ft @willzielinski20 | #SLClassic🇨🇦
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Jeff Rud retweeted
Our new report finds BC’s frontline government social workers are understaffed, lacking training and unable to get timely access to community supports that hamper their ability to care for our most vulnerable young people. Read the report: rcybc.ca/reports-and-publica… #bcpoli #MCFD
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Jeff Rud retweeted
New report finds MCFD’s child welfare workforce “undeniably in a state of crisis.” Read No Time to Wait Pt. 2 here: rcybc.ca/reports-and-publica… #bcpoli #MCFD #Workforce
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TBI Boys 24: 4A No. 2 Dover Bay, MVP Frank Linder headline @LangleyEvents Centre Wed. after topping N 4 Oak Bay in Kodiak Classic title clash! tinyurl.com/53wpzn6n @bcboysbball @BasketballDover @baynationhoops @maffiawendylee @Rud60 @SeamanDarren @SteveEwen @AARON_MITCHELL_
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Gio De Gracia and Coach Verde representing Spectrum in the BC AllStar Game. Well done! #SpecWhat
The rosters are set! We hope to see you out for a great day of hoops at the BCHSBBA ALL-STAR DAY hosted by STMC! 12:00 / 12:30 are the 3 point and Dunk opening rounds, 1/2A game at 1:00, 3/Dunk finals in between with the 3/4a game at 3:30! $5 for adults and $2 for students!
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Luke adds grit, character, and BUCKETS to our backcourt! “Toughness+determination personified” -@Sky_Smith_ This young man is going to be so so good for the Aggies! Thanks, @HuffmanCoach
Signed ✍️ The Aggies add a 6’4” Combo Guard to the backcourt!
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Our guy Luke!!
6’4 @LukeLinder12 has committed to play for @MSCAggies_MBB under coach @JoshuaJay_24
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Before you write off this article and say “it’s just a grumpy old head”, maybe do some internal reflection and think about what Hyde’s is saying…..I know it made me think about what we need to do at our school and with our program. Fantastic as always. alifeinsport.com/post/the-in…
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Vikes Nation spring/summer club tryouts are happening next week for boys’ U12 through U17 teams. For registration details see vikesrec.ca. Any questions, email joshua17@uvic.ca
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Guy MacPherson(1962-2024)To my basketball-writing brother: I’ll miss you at the BC’s this week but I know you'll be watching! tinyurl.com/57f2nfcx @JackShowers @CDheensaw @Rud60 @uvicvikes @SteveEwen @maffiawendylee @maffia @UBCCoachHanson @carriemwatts @OBpulse @LangleyEvents
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Good luck to all the teams!
It all begins on Saturday! Check out the Official Tournament Draw/Seedings for the 54th Annual Junior Boys Basketball Invitational Tournament. 🙌
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It’s that time of year 😮‍💨 Don’t miss the 2024 BCSS Girls Basketball Championship Seeding Show happening LIVE tomorrow at 7pm! Congratulations to the teams who’ve punched their tickets into the Big Dance. Tag us in your watch parties tomorrow! #BCSSProvincials #RoadToLEC
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BC Jr Boys Top 10: It's 17 days & counting to championship tip-off at the LEC! Will form hold for an @stpatsceltics vs. Oak Bay final? Let the madness begin! tinyurl.com/3rm6s5sy @VCIrishbball @GWGAthletics @Rud60 @LAM_Mustangs @RichmondColts @HCBoysBBall @LangleyEvents
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Replying to @Sportvictoria2
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