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VSC is proud to share that Coach Brian Lee was rec

VSC is proud to share that Coach Brian Lee was recently awarded the Chippies- Canadian Basketball Award, as the Co-14U Coach of the Year. In its 2nd annual year, the Chippies Awards recognizes coaching excellence and extraordinary contributions made by individuals who compete in the Toronto basketball community and surrounding areas. As stated by Clayton Thomas, founder of the awards, “A hearty congratulations goes out to Coach Brian for his hard work, dedication and commitment towards the development of basketball in his community out West. In seeing his teams play in the competitive Toronto environment, it is clear that he gets the very best from his players, through exceptional play and in the development of their character. Congratulations and much deserved, Coach Brian. 👏🏽👏🏽

John Wooden once said, “You can’t have a perfe

John Wooden once said, “You can’t have a perfect day without doing something for someone who’ll never be able to repay you.”

Thanks in large part to Sandra Serka, the VSC U11 and U12 players were fortunate enough to experience the “perfect
day” on December 11, 2021…

Here is a look at the VSC Sandwich Drive, video by Kobe Li.

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If they can see it, they can be it! With the VSC

If they can see it, they can be it!

With the VSC U10 Boys playing at halftime of the recent SFU vs. UBC match, we flashback to 2013…when our VSC U10 Girls played during halftime at the Canada vs. Japan Women’s National Basketball game.

Fun Facts…

• In July 2019, 3 of the VSC girls in the photo went on to represent Canada at the U16 FIBA Americas Championships in Chile.

• In July 2021, 2 of these girls competed for Canada in the U19 World Championships in Romania.

• Tamara Tatham, a National Team player, shown in the picture standing behind our VSC players, served as one of their coaches on the U16 and U19 Women’s National teams.

• Alison McNeil, the Head Coach of that Canadian Women’s National team in 2013, would go on to later coach a number of those “wide eyed” girls at the high school level.

• Of the 14 players on this team, 6 are now on full scholarship playing NCAA basketball, and 2 are competing at the USport level.

Never underestimate the power of role models and positive mentors, in the lives of our young people…

If they can see it, they can be it!

This past weekend, our VSC U9-U10 team played duri

This past weekend, our VSC U9-U10 team played during half-time at the SFU vs. UBC Men’s basketball game. The opportunity to get autographs, meet and take pictures with the SFU team, was an experience our players will not soon forget. They were left inspired with the belief that one day they too can play at that level, in front of family and friends.

If they can see it, they can be it!

After a recent loss to an opposing team, we receiv

After a recent loss to an opposing team, we received the following text message from the winning coach. Our mission is to build Character and Leaders through sport. The coach’s words are far greater than the sum of this team’s collective victories…

Takeaways:

1. Class Act = The winning coach took the time to communicate his observations, hours after the game.

2. Win in Character = Not everything that counts, can be counted.

3. It is not what we teach but what is emphasize = Players will reflect and do what they repeatedly hear and see…PERIOD!

With a record of 1 win and 2 lessons, the VSC U10-

With a record of 1 win and 2 lessons, the VSC U10-11 boys are representing with their play in the U12 Platinum Division at the 2021
@bballnationals. Keep your smiles and your feet moving boys!

Please note the location and time change for the M

Please note the location and time change for the Monday, September 6 session ONLY. You can view the full schedule here https://www.vancouversportsclub.ca/schedules/tryout-schedule/

VSC is excited to offer competitive basketball through our Fall Elite and Select team programming. Selected players will be exposed to high level coaching, mentorship, competitive play, and the opportunity to experience the many benefits that accrue from being a part of a closenit and winning basketball culture.

The overriding objectives of our competitive program is to help our young athletes self-actualize, reaching their potentials both as basketball players and as leaders within their community. The development of character and keeping the game enjoyable, continues to be VSC’s core business! To register for our tryouts and to learn more about our programs, visit us at www.vancouversportsclub.ca

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@_hdtraining
@ddnation_basketball
@nxtgenerationathletics
@bcdiamondleague
@basketballbc
@hk2khighlights
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Congratulations to our VSC U14 Elite Team and to c

Congratulations to our VSC U14 Elite Team and to coaches, Shane Dean and Dan MacDonald (Dynamic Duo) for capturing the coveted championship title of the 2021 Summer BC Diamond League. Always together and relentless in their play, this team has been fun to watch all season long.

Appreciation goes out to Dwayne Selby, Founder of UPrep and to David Petrocelli league commissioner, for their vision and capacity to put it all together. Bravo all!

Kobe’s impact and influence will forever live th

Kobe’s impact and influence will forever live through our basketball communities and beyond. These beautiful artwork pieces were created by the talented @carlingjacksonart in honour of Kobe Bryant’s life. Happy birthday, Kobe…R.I.P🙏🏾

#kobe, #kobebryant, #mambamentality, #mambaforever, #mambakobebryant

The VSC U15 Elite team (14U Ontario) represented i

The VSC U15 Elite team (14U Ontario) represented in fine fashion at the prestigious 2021 Jane and Finch Classic in Toronto August 3-8. With an overall record of 5-1 and an average margin of victory of 30 points +, this team showed that they can more than compete with the top teams their age division in the Canada. Their only loss (1 pt) came in a hard fought overtime match against Zone 6 (Phoenix, AZ), on a foul called with .3 seconds on the game clock...granting Zone 6 two free throws to win the game.

The team sees this as a character building moment and will use the incredible Jane and Finch Classic experience as an opportunity for growth. Well done to the entire team for representing BC basketball and kudos to the three individuals for their leadership and exceptional play...Allstars: Isaac Brown and Cole Bekkering and Tournament MVP: Torian Lee.

Thanks goes out to Clayton Thomas and the entire Jane and Finch organizing team for this memorable and enriching basketball experience!

VSC would like to congratulate Torian Lee for his

VSC would like to congratulate Torian Lee for his recent selection to the U16 Canadian Men’s National Team Training Camp. As a year young, Torian will be competing with 29 other athletes from across Canada for one of 12 spots on the line-up that will be participating in the U16 FIBA America’s in Mexico —August 24-29. Good luck, Torian!

VSC’s own (Grades 3-9), Déja Lee will once agai

VSC’s own (Grades 3-9), Déja Lee will once again represent Canada in international competition at the FIBA U19 Women’s Basketball World Cup in Hungary, August 7-15, 2021. We are proud of you, DJ!

Tara Wallack, a VSC alumni (Grades 4-9) makes the

Tara Wallack, a VSC alumni (Grades 4-9) makes the selection for the U19 Canadian National Women’s Basketball Team. Congratulations and all the best at the FIBA World Cup in Hungary, August 7-15, 2021.

#repost A huge thank you to Carl Ebanks and his t

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A huge thank you to Carl Ebanks and his team at Foot locker for their generous support and amazing hookup. The gear and shoes are great, and we are excited to represent in Toronto!

Posted @withregram • @footlockervancouver @vansportsclub is an non-profit basketball club ran by Coach Brian Lee & his team! 🏀

Their U15's Elite Boys basketball team are highly competitive and are tipped to be the top U15's team in Canada! 🙌
They will be traveling to Toronto from July 31 - August 9th to compete in the highly touted @janefinchclassic which features the top teams from Ontario and Quebec, not only that they are the first team from BC to ever to take part in this tournament for their age group!

So what did we do? Sent the team to Toronto in style 👌 with new #Nike Zoom Freak 2 "Particle Grey" Sneakers, t-shirts, socks & water bottles, ready for battles on the court for each of the players and coaches 🏀

We will be keeping tabs on their progress in the tournament, so keep an eye out for updates! 👀

From all the team at Foot Locker! Good Luck @vansportsclub!!! 🤞 We're rooting for you!!!!

#inspiringyouthculture
#because-sneakers

Thank you, Parents! As we put closure to a remark

Thank you, Parents!

As we put closure to a remarkable 2021 Spring/ Summer season for our U10-11 squad...we can’t help but pause to reflect on the amazing VSC parents that we are fortunate to have a part of our team. You truly make a positive difference in our experience as coaches and mentors.

Thank you for your trust, patience and unwavering support throughout this year of adversity and uncertainty. We are grateful that our young athletes had a safe place to play in the midst of it all, and that they are now able to enjoy this beautiful game of basketball through fun and competitive play!

We hope to see you at camp later in August and are looking forward to the upcoming 2021 Fall Season.

Enjoy a restful and healthy summer!

A big shoutout to Ramin Sadaghiani and the team at

A big shoutout to Ramin Sadaghiani and the team at BC Basketball Events for hosting such a stellar tournament in the 2021 Western Canadian Championships this past weekend.

Throughout, Vancouver Sports Club represented in fine fashion, as three of the four teams entered in the tournament walked away with Championship honours and the coveted Western Canadian Tournament T-Shirt.

With hundreds of teams participating at the U10-U18 boys and girls division, the tournament ran flawlessly. It was refreshing to see all the teams competing and enjoying everything that the beautiful game of basketball has to offer.

VSC U15 Elite Boys
—U16 Gold Champions

VSC U15 Select Boys
—U15 Gold Champions

VSC U10-11 Elite Boys
—U11 Gold Champions

In acknowledgement of the history of our indigenou

In acknowledgement of the history of our indigenous peoples, we pause to recognize that the 2021 Canada Day celebration is one of sober reflection. It is with gratitude that we honour the traditional territories on which we live.

VSC will be representing at the 2021 B-Ball Nation

VSC will be representing at the 2021 B-Ball Nationals!
@bballnationals

Let us all wear orange shirts throughout this week

Let us all wear orange shirts throughout this week and stand in solidarity to honour the 215 children found buried on the grounds of the former Kamloops Indian Residential School. Yet another sad reminder of the cruelty and atrocities experienced by First Nations and Aboriginal Peoples in our country, and the world over.

Where possible, encourage your athletes to wear orange in your practices throughout this week and engage them in some reflective dialogue before they leave your sessions.

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