Courtney Charles It Starts With The Core

We welcome back Vice President of Operations Courtney Charles! Excited for a new season at 100% without any restrictions and a house full of fans. Coming off a season that saw a record number of call-ups due to health and safety protocols, Courtney touches on the depth and agility the franchise continues to show. Welcoming in new Head Coach Eric Khoury, Courtney talks about growing with Eric over the years and why he checks all the boxes. 

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Fresh from NBA Summer League and his recent appointment to Head Coach for the 905, Eric is officially the youngest Head Coach in franchise history. We learn about his journey thus far and how this opportunity presented itself over the course of 10 years with the Toronto Raptors. 

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Travon joins us from his home in Long Beach where he's enjoying downtime with Family. Highlighting the growth the 905 had this year with such a young team and the development that comes with that. Plus the highs and lows of a season.

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Keeping the momentum going - the playoffs are finally here and it’s single-game elimination. Kevon talks about the mental approach in the quest to win a championship. In his second year with the 905, he credits the success both personally and as a team to the organization and culture Coach, Mutombo instills. Kevon touches on playing selfless basketball and how they have adjusted with all the talent including the assignments from the Raptors. Kevon is locked in on the playoffs and is ready for that first NBA call-up.

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The team is on a roll, clinching playoffs, and they’re ready for the post-season to begin. David talks about the transition from college student-athlete to a professional basketball player. Adjusting to life as a pro and the challenges that come with it.

We learn about what Louisville means to him, staying in Louisville for college was a no-brainer, being the hometown kid and having support from his fans made it easy. Appreciating the small things with your teammates and the lifelong bonds you make along the way.

David talks to us about the diversity in Toronto and how welcoming Canadians are. He also speaks to the value and opportunity in a Two-Way Contract and how amazing the Toronto Raptors as an organization have been in his development as a pro.

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Fresh from All-Star where Alex competed in the Skills Challenge with his brothers Giannis and Thanasis. We learn about the inside story of how it came to be. Witnessing the NBA 75 and seeing his brother be a part of something so special was the highlight at All-Star.

Just 20 years old Alex has experienced multiple countries and cultures which has allowed him to grow personally and professionally. We learn about “Rise” an upcoming American biographical sports-drama film that highlights their life journey. 

Why playing for the 905 is the perfect place to be for where Alex is right now in his development. The Toronto Raptors as an organization pride themselves on development and Alex is proud to be part of such a great organization. The team is winning and the 905 will be in a position to compete for a Championship.

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On this episode of the Raptor’s 905 Podcast, we are joined by Reggie Perry. After being drafted in 2020 and playing with the Brooklyn Nets we go back to where it all started.

Born and raised in Mississippi, Reggie tells Sav and D how his experiences growing up around the game of basketball have helped shaped him to become the player he is today.  

Reggie has grown from watching his favourite players on TV to guarding them on the court, and shares insight on his experience learning from players like Kevin Durant and DeAndre Jordan from his time with the Brooklyn nets. They also discuss how Reggie plans to take what he has learned to help him continue to grow and accomplish even more in his current home with the Raptors 905.

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How COVID has impacted him personally, the importance of coaching with a pure heart, and how creativity brings about success. Tap in to hear more.

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Welcome back a familiar voice and face to the 905 Podcast, Breein Tyree. We get right into Feb 25th, against the Delaware Blue Coats where Breein tore his ACL. This once was an injury that would not only be devastating to any athlete, but would influence future opportunities in a negative light. Breein talks us through the advancement in both health, technology, and physio that lead to a quick rehab and full recovery in six months. Breein used the time to improve his game both as a shooter and off the court on his mental. It also allowed for him to spend time with family which he is very grateful for.

The 905 supported him through the entire injury process and believed in him enough to bring him back. Breein attributes this to his outlook on life and the relationships he builds within the organization as a professional.

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