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Canada has become one of the fastest-growing basketball countries in the world—but how did this transformation actually happen? In this fascinating interview, we sit down with Oren Weisfeld, author of The Golden Generation: How Canada Became a Basketball Powerhouse, to break down the people, moments, and cultural shifts that sparked a national basketball revolution. We explore the rise of Canadian stars like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jamal Murray, RJ Barrett, Dillon Brooks, Luguentz Dort, and many others. Oren explains how the Raptors, Vince Carter, Steve Nash, and the 2023 World Cup win over Spain reshaped Canada’s sports identity—and why basketball and soccer may soon overtake hockey as the country’s most popular sports. We also cover: 🏀 The 1995 Raptors & Grizzlies expansion and its massive cultural impact 🏀 Vince Carter’s influence and why Toronto still idolizes him 🏀 Steve Nash’s Olympic run and how it inspired a generation 🏀 The rise of grassroots Canadian basketball & youth development 🏀 Why Canada struggled internationally despite producing NBA stars 🏀 How Canadian players developed a “chip on their shoulder” entering the NBA 🏀 The media challenges holding back Canadian basketball coverage 🏀 Whether Montreal deserves the next NBA expansion team 🏀 The rapid growth of women’s basketball and Canadian WNBA fandom 🏀 Why SGA is now one of the most beloved athletes in the entire country 🏀 The future of Team Canada—could they win gold in 2028? If you love basketball culture, international hoops, or the rise of global stars, this is a must-watch conversation. 📘 Buy Oren’s book: The Golden Generation — available wherever books are sold. 🎧 Subscribe for weekly NBA, WNBA, and basketball culture interviews! Podcast Person? Subscribe here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2sIa6O4u4TnIBSygXu9qDm?si=acff6d3796a14c9a Or search “Hoopsology” anywhere else you listen to podcasts! Join the conversation! Twitter: https://twitter.com/hoopsologypod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Hoopsologypod/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/hoopsologypod/ Email: Hoopsologypod@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrew Schlecht is joined by Oren Weisfeld, authoer of The Golden Generation: How Canada became a Basketball Powerhouse to discuss Shai's basketball journey and how Canadian basketball has moved forward in recent years. Buy Oren's book HERE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, hosts Cathryn & Freddie are joined by friend and journalist Oren Weisfeld to discuss his new book, "The Golden Generation: How Canada Became a Basketball Powerhouse." The process of writing a book the direct correlation between the launch of the Raptors and the growth of basketball overall in the country. Could the Tempo have that impact on women's basketball? The NBA's Euroleague and its impact on basketball, and more. Plus, Freddie's Fun Question is about having a Canadian celebration on the court. Link to the book https://ecwpress.com/products/golden-generation Follow Us @thepickupwnbapod @itsme_cathryn @freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas Love The Pick-Up? You can help us grow and improve! If you've got a minute, fill out this super quick listener survey to help us learn more about you so we can keep bringing you the WNBA content you love. Survey: https://podcastsurvey.typeform.com/to/eGCOP5Zg?typeform-source=t.co Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, hosts Cathryn & Freddie are joined by friend and journalist Oren Weisfeld to discuss his new book, “The Golden Generation: How Canada Became a Basketball Powerhouse.” The process of writing a book the direct correlation between the launch of the Raptors and the growth of basketball overall in the country. Could the Tempo have that impact on women’s basketball? The NBA’s Euroleague and its impact on basketball, and more. Plus, Freddie’s Fun Question is about having a Canadian celebration on the court. Link to the book https://ecwpress.com/products/golden-generation Follow Us @thepickupwnbapod @itsme_cathryn @freddierivas / @freddienoelrivas Love The Pick-Up? You can help us grow and improve! If you’ve got a minute, fill out this super quick listener survey to help us learn more about you so we can keep bringing you the WNBA content you love. Survey: https://podcastsurvey.typeform.com/to/eGCOP5Zg?typeform-source=t.co Brought to you By: The Sonar Network

Will is joined by Oren and Libaan to recap Team Canada’s senior men’s basketball team’s run at the 2024 Summer Olympics and discuss: whether their quarterfinals loss to France was more of a disappointment or failure, Jamal Murray’s struggles, whether the team needs a second option next to Shai, potential prospects who might solve their big man problem, if Team Canada should look into naturalizing players to inject more talent into the program, Jordi Fernandez’s future with the team, and more. Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. #BetTheResponsibleWay #BetwayCanada Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will is joined by Oren Weisfeld to chat about Jamal Murray’s role on Team Canada, the absences of Andrew Wiggins and Zach Edey, Jordi Fernandez’s coaching approach, why Dillon Brooks excels in the FIBA environment, and more. Later, the two look at expectations for the senior women’s basketball team, the potential of younger players on the roster including Syla Swords and Cassandre Prosper, and the big picture impact of having both men’s and women’s basketball programs at the Olympics. Reach out to the show by leaving a voicemail at hellowelcome.show or email the guys info@hellowelcome.show Check out our merch! Visit hellowelcome.show and click on the merch link. Original Music by DIVISION 88. Hello and Welcome is presented by Betway. #BetTheResponsibleWay #BetwayCanada Email sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Pro Sports Podcasters Podcast! NEW WEBSITE !!! https://www.prosportspodcasters.com DISCORD !!! https://discord.gg/zXeGaybrc2 SIGN UP TO SORARE !!! https://sorare.pxf.io/AobjK7 -Corbert de Ronde (Cobe) chats with Toronto Raptors Reporter, Basketball Aanalyst, and Podcast Host Oren Weisfeld. -They discuss the current state of the Toronto Raptors, and what we can expect next season. -They also discuss the growth of Basketball in Canada, recent success of Team Canada at the FIBA World Cup, and the rapid success of the CEBL. - Be sure to sign up for our Newsletter on our website to qualify for our sponsor Giveaways! -Place your bets on the SPORTS INTERACTION BETTING WEBSITE! For a fantastic sign up bonus use this link - https://media.sia.com/C.ashx?btag=a_11368b_575c_&affid=7486&siteid=11368&adid=575&c= https://www.youtube.com/c/CobeLife http://www//twitter.com/PPodcasters #NoSportLeftBehind #prosportspodcasters Intro music by Dave Misener

Host Cathryn Naiker recruits basketball journalist and cat-owner, Oren Weisfeld, to run through the NBA Conference Finals. Have the Denver Nuggets been disrespected for far too long? Is Lebron really considering retirement? And why are the Bostons Celtics still getting so much media favourability? And for the Toronto Raptors, new coach rumours continue to swirl. But what should they be seeking? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The NBA Play-in games are around the corner and several teams are hoping they make it through the high stakes mini-tournament. Shuffling for match-ups, player legacies, a new CBA, and free agent decisions have all flooded the NBA news cycle. Luckily for our host, Cathryn Naiker, she's joined by Raptors Republic fan favourite, Oren Weisfeld, to help talk out a wild end to the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.