Tim Brady
”Coaching is an incredible platform to impact and touch lives in a powerful way. Just being a part of that is special.” —Tim Brady
BASKETBALL QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE
Certified NCCP Competition Development Advanced (Level 3) Basketball Coach with over 35 years of coaching experience.
Coach Developer Canada Basketball, Certified NCCP Master Coach Facilitator / Coach Developer (Community Coach, Learn to Train, Train 2 Train);
Certified Master Coach Evaluator (Community Coach, Learn to Train, and Train to Train divisions);
Head Basketball Coach for the Yukon Territorial Teams that competed at Canadian National Basketball Championship tournaments: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016; Club National Championship, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2023;
U19 Men’s North American Aboriginal Games Head Coach 2023.
Head Territorial Team Basketball Coach, Western Canada Summer Games, 1999, 2003, 2015, and 2019.
Head Men’s Territorial Team Basketball Coach Canada Summer Games; 2001, 2009, 2017, and 2022;
Head Territorial Team Coach, Arctic Winter Games: 1992, 1994, 1996, 2000, 2002, 2010, 2012, 2014, 2018, 2020;
High School Basketball Head Coach: 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1996, and 1997 FH Collins High School; Porter Creek High School, 2003, 2004, and 2005;
Technical Coordinator, Basketball Yukon, 2011 to March 2017;
Canada Basketball Hall of Fame Selection Committee member, 2012 – 2016;
Yukon Recreation Advisory Council Chair, 2012 to 2016.
Board member of Basketball Yukon, 1993 to April 2019. President, Basketball Yukon, 2003 – 2011 and 2014 to 2016;
Four time nominee and two-time recipient of the Yukon Coach of the Year Award as presented by Sport Yukon, 2000 and 2001 Yukon U-17 Men’s Territorial team, Recipient of the Team of the Year Award as presented by Sport Yukon for the 2001 Men’s Canada Summer Games Basketball Team, Four-time nominee and Two-time recipient of the 3M Coaching Award for Excellence in Canada 1996 and 2000.
Coach, Sport Yukon Hall Of Fame
President Basketball Yukon 12 years; Technical Coordinator for Basketball Yukon territory 7 years, Currently running Wolf Pack Basketball Development program.
Tim Developed Basketball Yukon’s strategic and multi-year organizational plans, operation and maintenance budgets, annual YRAC grant applications, special program grants, policy initiatives and administrative and technical service contracts, 2004 to the present. He developed, facilitated and coached the Pan Territorial U-17 Men’s Basketball team 2010, 2007, 2006 and the Women’s Pan Territorial U-17 Basketball team, 2008.
SIGNIFICANT SPORT ACCOMPLISHMENT
Developed multiple strategic and organizational plans, budgets, program presentations and briefings at both the territorial and national levels for basketball. Prepared multiple annual YRAC and YS4L grant applications, special program grants, policy initiatives, administrative and technical service contracts, and various other program development submissions.
Developed, facilitated and coached Pan Territorial U-17 Men’s Basketball teams in 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2007, 2006, 2014, and 2015 and the Women’s Pan Territorial U-17 Basketball team, 2008.
Developed and implemented various basketball training initiatives and programs from grass roots recreation based to elite player development programs throughout the North. Including:
- The Intensive Training Basketball Program Initiative, (ITP Program);
- Regional Training Center Program Initiative, (RTC Program);
- All Territory High-Performance Camps for men and women;
- Recreational basketball leagues and programs for children and youth.
- Yukon’s Breakfast Basketball Program, 2002 – 2004;
- Seasonal Basketball Camps / Clinics;
A four time nominee and two-time recipient of the Yukon Coach of the Year Award.
Recipient of the Team of the Year Award for the 2009 Men’s Canada Summer Games Basketball Team;
Government of Yukon Award of Recognition, 2012 Jr. Men’s Arctic Winter Games Gold Medal.
Four time nominee and two-time recipient of the 3M Coaching Award for Excellence in Canada.
Facilitated numerous NCCP Coaching Certification Course throughout the territory, 1998 –to the present;
Inductee Sport Yukon Hall of Fame, in the Coach and Builder Category, 2010.
Coaches
Coach Dustin Heffner
Role:
Lead Coach Wolf Pack Jr. NBA U11’s
Hometown:
Whitehorse, YT.
Years coaching in the program:
3 years
Coaching Experience:
1992-94 GPRC Wolves Manager
1994-95 GPRC Assistant Coach
1998 and 1999 Team Yukon Assistant Coach
1998 and 1999 Midnight Sun Basketball League Coordinator
2003 Team Yukon Assistant Coach.
Other Basketball Experience(s):
Avid recreational player
What motivated you to get into coaching?:
The desire to grow the sport and create a healthy environment where young adults can learn valuable life skills that can be taken beyond sport and incorporated into everyday life
What do you love about being a Coach and coaching in the Wolf Pack Program?:
I love being part of the journey
Favourite Player/Coach Quote:
“If you put your effort and concentration into playing to your potential, to be the best that you can be, I dont care what the scoreboard says at the end of the game, in my book we’re gonna be winners”. Coach Norman Dale Hoosiers
Coach Jon Buckle
Role:
Lead Coach Wolf Pack Jr. NBA U13 boys and girls program,
Hometown:
Born and raised in the north, my family moved a lot when I was young. I now consider Whitehorse my hometown
Coaching Experience:
3 years with Jr. NBA
Certified Learn to Train Coach
Other Basketball Experience(s):
In my late Elementary years I developed a love for Basketball, spending many of my summers on outdoor courts as well on the school teams during the academic year. In high school I continually played on the High Performance Regional teams, travelling to tournaments and competing in the Arctic Winter Games/ Western Canada Games.
What motivated you to get into coaching?
I’ve always had an interest in working with kids in sports, helping them learn the benefits of team play and physical activity. When my two sons started getting into basketball I was more than happy to help them along in the journey.
What do you love about being a Coach and coaching in the Wolf Pack Program?:
I really enjoy connecting with people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds. Seeing them progress as athletes and individuals all while having fun in a safe and social environment. Big smiles, a sense of achievement and growing confidence.
Favourite Player/Coach Quote:
“Do the best you can, you have nothing to be ashamed of. A defeat is not a disgrace.” – Dirk Nowitzki
Coach Jalen Henry
Role:
Coach Jr. NBA Dawson City YT
Hometown:
Brampton, Ontario Coaching
Experience:
New Coach
Other Basketball Experience(s): Highschool basketball, Junior Varsity College What motivated you to get into coaching: It’s very rewarding to connect with youth and the community on a sport that I love.
What do you love about being a Coach and coaching in the Wolf Pack Program?
I love sharing my knowledge and experiences with the younger generation. I am very excited about being involved in this program because Tim is very knowledgeable about basketball, and I believe this program is a great foundation for establishing a competitive basketball culture here.
Favourite Player/Coach Quote:
“There is no “I” in team but there is in win.”
Coach Colin Laforme
Role:
Lead Coach Wolf Pack JR NBA Program, U7 & U11 groups
Hometown:
Hamilton Ontario
Years coaching in the program:
One year
Coaching Experience:
Jr. NBA program: Assistant 2019
FH Collins Jr. Boys: Head Coach (City Champs) 2012
Arctic Winter Games: assistant (Champs) 2012
University Of Western Ontario: Graduate Assistant 2011
London Ramblers U15: Assistant Coach
Coaching Certification:
NCCP Train to Train Certified.
Other Basketball Experience(s):
University of Western Ontario: Captain (OUA West Champs National Semi-finalist) 2008-2009
Youngstown State University: 2004-2006
Team Ontario (First Team all Canadain, National Champs) 2002
What motivated you to become a coach?
To give back to the sport that gave me so much.
What do you love about being a Coach and coaching in he Wolf Pack program?
Seeing growth and improvement in the sport is why we coach, but more importantly seeing players grow and mature as individuals. The Wolf Pack has proven to be a very valuable program and Coach Laforme is excited to be a part of it.
Favourite player/coach basketball quotes:
"It is amazing how much can be accomplished if no one cares who gets the credit."
— John Wooden
Youth Mentor Coach Chad Williams
Hometown:
Whitehorse, Yukon
Coaching Experience:
1 year Wolfpack and Vanier basketball.
Other Basketball Experience(s):
Played in numerous events with team Yukon and Vanier high school team giving players information to help them develop and improve on and off the court.
What motivated you to get into coaching?
Seeing others having a good time while playing basketball.
Favourite Player/ Coach Quote:
Chris Paul.
“Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard” -Tim Notke
Coach Jo Aying
Role:
Training Assistant Coach ( Basic , Individual Skill and Stamina )
Hometown:
Philippines
Coaching Experience:
3 years coaching
Other Basketball Experience(s):
A representative of Damarinas Cavite of NBTC Coaching seminar ; Former Head Coach midget, juniors division inter-town Lapu-lapu City; Former Assistant Coach of Coach M summer basketball clinic. Former varsity Player of Cebu Institute of Technology, Emilio Aguinaldo College, Olivarez College; Member of the Lapu-lapu City Selection for Inter-city tournament; Member of Philippines Team who played in Vietnam for the 4 countries invitational tournament ( Korea, Japan, Vietnam and Philippinies); Member of the Brunei National Team who played in Guanzho China for the Asian Invitational Tournament;
What motivated you to get into coaching?:
It’s the love of the game that makes me want to be coach and sharing that with others. I hope to impart my knowledge and experience with the kids.
What do you love about being a Coach and coaching in the Wolf Pack Program:
I love the opportunity to teach, learn and embrace the challenge, because I see a lot of potential in the kids participating in Wolf Pack.
Favourite Player/Coach Quote:
No Pain , No gain
Coach Mark Hureau
Role:
Assistant Coach.
Hometown:
Born and raised in Whitehorse, YT.
Years coaching in the program:
Coach Hureau has coached in Wolf Pack since inception.
Coaching Experience:
Coach Hureau has a Level 3 Theory and Level 3 Technical coaching certificate.
Other Basketball Experience(s):
Coaching basketball 14 years
Numerous high school teams
2006 Yukon Girls Coach Arctic Winter Games
2007 Yukon U17 Girls Coach Canadian Nationals
2008 Yukon U17 Girls Asst Coach Canadian Nationals
2009 Yukon U17 Girls Coach Canada Summer Games
2010 Yukon Girls Coach Arctic Winter Games
2014 Yukon Boys Asst Coach Arctic Winter Games
2015 Yukon U16 Boys Co-Coach Western Canada Games
2016 Yukon Boys Co-Coach Arctic Winter Games
2017 Yukon U17 Boys Asst Coach Canada Summer Games
2018 Yukon Boys Asst Coach Arctic Winter Games
2019 Yukon U16 Boys Asst Coach Western Canada Games
What motivated you to get into coaching?:
Coach Hureau became a coach to help support young people who want to excel at, learn, and grow to the love the sport of Basketball.
What do you love about being a Coach and coaching in the Wolf Pack Program?:
When Coach Hureau began coaching the Wolf Pack Program, Coach Hureau found himself to be inspired with how the program was coached and the impact the program makes for the kids on and off the court.
Favourite Player/Coach Quote:
“At a young age winning is not the most important thing… the important thing is to develop creative and skilled players with good confidence.” – Arsene Wenger
“A champion needs a motivation above and beyond winning.” – Pat Riley
Coach Ross Nesbitt
Role:
S/C Coach
Hometown:
Kingsvillle, Ontario
Coaching Experience:
3 years coaching S/C
What motivated you to get into coaching?
Throughout my formative years and into adulthood I was an avid basketball player. Along the way, I found an even greater passion for the art of strength training. I recognize that the young athletes in the Wolfpack can elevate their play with off the court work. It is my goal to help maximize what these players can physically accomplish.
What do you love about being a Coach and coaching in the Wolf Pack Program?
Being able to watch young players reach greater heights. Assisting young athletes, teaching them skills that they can carry into the rest of their lives, even after their playing days are behind them.
Favourite Player/Coach Quote:
Manu Ginobili
“Improvement begins where your ability ends – at the edge of chaos.” –Ian Kaplan
Coach Benjamin Ryan
Hometown:
Whitehorse, Yukon
Years Coaching:
12
Coaching Experience:
Assistant Coach – 2010 - Ottawa Guardsmen U-19 Ontario - Provincial Champions
Assistant Coach – 2009 - Team Yukon Canada Summer Games (Summerside PEI)
Assistant Coach – 2020 - Porter Creek Secondary School (PC) Rams Senior Boys – Yukon Champions
Other Basketball Experience(s):
Team Manager – 2008-2011 Carleton Raven’s Men’s Basketball
What motivated you to get into coaching?
Experiencing the impact that Carleton Raven’s coaching staff - particularly Dave Smart and Rob Smart Jr. - had on players during their playing career and long-term beyond their playing career, as well as seeing the preparation, depth of strategy, and layers of systematic player and team development that went into the program
What do you love about being a Coach and coaching in the Wolf Pack Program:
I love being around athletes (and people) who are determined to expand and improve their craft, and I love participating in the pursuit of a positive and meaningful team experience. I also enjoy the tactical nature of competitive basketball and the challenge of trying to systematically achieve measurable success and move forward every day
Favourite player/coach quote:
“Every day is a test”
Youth Mentor Coach Ralph Hermosa
Hometown:
Whitehorse
Years coaching:
2
Coaching Experience:
F.H Grade 8
Other Basketball Experience(s):
Played for F.H and Team Yukon during high-school career
What motivated you to get into coaching?
Helping younger youth grow their knowledge not just of the game, but also learn valuable life skills for later use.
Favourite Player/Coach Quote:
"Your Life is as good as your mindset."
Coach Sean McCarron
Role:
Individual Skills Trainer
Hometown:
Kitimat, British Columbia
Years coaching in the program:
1 year
Coaching Experience:
Mount Elizabeth Rebels, Jr. Boys, NWest BC Zone Champions, 1998
Vanier Crusaders, Jr. Boys, 1999-2002
Vanier Crusaders, assistant, Jr. Girls, 2002
Team Yukon (U15 Boys), assistant, National Championships, 2002
Team Yukon (men), Arctic Winter Games, 2004
Basketball Yukon Coach of the Year, 2004
Basketball Yukon, various development programs 2002-2007
Vanier Crusaders, Sr. Boys, 2003-2021 (except 2007 and 2009), 11 Yukon Championship titles
Vanier Crusaders, Jr. Boys, 2007
Vanier Crusaders, Sr. Girls, 2009
Team Yukon (U15 Girls), National Championships, 2008
Team Yukon (women), Arctic Winter Games, 2020
Basketball Yukon & Sport Yukon Coach of the Year, 2020
What motivated you to get into coaching?:
The adults I looked up to most in my youth (besides Mom) were coaches. They inspired me to work hard individually and as a member of teams. Consequently, I’ve enjoyed trying to motivate young athletes in the same way. Coaching also gives me the chance to keep playing this great sport!
What do you love about being a Coach and coaching in the Wolf Pack Program?:
Over the years, many of our top players at Vanier have benefitted from the opportunities Wolf Pack provided them. Being able to work with new athletes now gives me the chance to help students that I am normally coaching against during high school seasons. I look forward to making them better players – in the long run, talented players at every school and in every community can only grow the game in Yukon.
Favourite Player/Coach Quote:
“Basketball isn’t a 40-minute game; it’s 40 minutes being played by five players on the floor. Are we ready to compete for all 200 minutes?”