WHAT is the cbpn?

This network aims to elevate the standard of athlete care and physical development across the nation. In addition, to mentor the next generation of medical and performance professionals (Strength and Conditioning Coaches, Athletic Therapists, Physical Therapists, Sport Scientists, Chiropractors, etc.).

Supported by esteemed Canadian NBA, WNBA, and national team medical and performance staff members, this network creates a platform for innovation, collaboration, and the advancement of health and performance in basketball. 

Dr. Kevin Wilson

Academics:

  • Doctorate & Masters degree in Physical Therapy
  • Bachelors in Kinesiology. Diploma in Fitness & Health

Experience:

  • Head Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Toronto Tempo (WNBA)
  • 10+ years of basketball experience as a strength coach and/or therapist
  • Worked with L.A. Lakers, OKC Thunder, National Teams, CEBL, British Basketball League, Youth Clubs
  • Current health & performance consultant for select athletes across the NBA, G-League, Collegiate, and High School Levels
  • Former varsity basketball athlete at Brock University and Fleming College

meet the cbpn team

Gillian Dimaria

DIRECTOR / LEAD MENTOR (WNBA Pathway)

Head Strength & Conditioning Coach for L.A. Sparks

Jacob Gallant

DIRECTOR / LEAD MENTOR (National Team Pathway)

Head Athletic Therapist (AT) for Canada Basketball Junior Men’s National Teams / Assistant AT for Senior Men’s National Teams

Taylor Tiessen

DIRECTOR / LEAD MENTOR (USPORTS Pathway)

Lead Strength & Conditioning Coach at Brock University (USPORTS)

Tanner Care

DIRECTOR / LEAD MENTOR (CEBL Pathway)

Director of Performance for Vancouver Bandits (CEBL)

Cameron ringstead

DIRECTOR / LEAD MENTOR (NCAA Pathway) 

Director of Sports Performance at Elon University (NCAA)

Canadian Basketball Performance Network (CBPN)

Lindsay Panchan

GRAPHIC DESIGNER / WEB DEVELOPER 

Former Pro & Collegiate Basketball Athlete 

Canadian Basketball Performance Network (CBPN)

Jasmethan (jas) prabakaran

ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR

Undergraduate Student at Ontario Tech University

Canadian Basketball Performance Network (CBPN)

Joanna Torres

ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR

 

Canadian Basketball Performance Network (CBPN)

Rafael Ambal

ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR