Canada's Court

By Philip Drost

Sports & Recreation Amateur College & High School

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Canada's Court is your podcast for in-depth interviews with top Canadian athletes.

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Canada's Court episodes:

04.10.2024
Bridget Carleton’s historic game, thrilling Olympic qualifier, and WNBA prep | Canada’s Court
Canada’s Bridget Carleton is getting ready for her second Olympics and her sixth season in the WNBA. It’s been an exciting year so far, with a thriller of an Olympic Qualifying event, and then a historic game in the Euroleague....
04.04.2024
Zach Edey, Cailtin Clarke, and the March Madness Final Four
The NCAA March Madness tournament is almost over, and Coach O returns to Canada’s Court to talk about what the Final Four will look like for both the men’s and women’s NCAA Tournament. Listen to host Philip Drost and Olivier...
03.27.2024
The winners and losers of March Madness so far with Coach O | Canada's Court
The first two rounds of March Madness are done. There were upsets and there were convincing victories at the NCAA basketball tournament. Host Philip Drost and Coach O take a look at who impressed in the first weekend, and what...
03.19.2024
The top Canadians to watch in March Madness with Oren Weisfeld
It's March Madness time! And there are some Canadian stars ready for the big moment, such as Zach Edey, Ryan Nembhard and many more. Canadian basketball expert Oren Weisfeld comes on Canada's Court to talk with host Philip Drost about...
03.13.2024
How to join the Canada's Court March Madness Bracket Challenge
Want to make your picks and join the Canada's Court March Madness Bracket Challenge? Joining is easy. Click the link in this description and enter the password 'canadascourt' then pick a name for your bracket. IMPORTANT: Make sure you reach...
03.05.2024
Savanna Hamilton on injuries, pizza parties and development with the Toronto Raptors
The Toronto Raptors went from an exciting three game winning streak to the tough news that Scottie Barnes would be out indefinitely with a hand fracture. Sportsnet sideline reporter Savanna Hamilton jumps on Canada's Court to talk with host Philip...
02.28.2024
The life of an NBA scout with Will Harrison
Will Harrison watches hundreds of basketball games in a year as part of his job as the west coast scout for the Cleveland Cavaliers. Host Philip Drost talks with the Ontario native about becoming a scout, what his days are...
02.21.2024
Kayla Alexander on a dramatic Olympic qualification
Just when Kayla Alexander felt they were out of it, Canada's women's basketball team was able to qualify for the 2024 Olympics. Kayla Alexander comes on the podcast to chat with host Philip Drost about the rollercoaster experience, her international...
02.12.2024
Canadian women qualify for 2024 Olympics in stunning way
The Canadian women's basketball team was able to qualify for the 2024 Olympics, but the way they got their was anything but ordinary. After only winning one of their three games, their fate fell into the hands of the Spanish...
02.09.2024
The Toronto Raptors make moves at the NBA Trade Deadline
The Toronto Raptors made two big trades at the NBA trade deadline, marking their final major adjustments of the season. The Raptors traded Kira Lewis Jr., Otto Porter Jr. and a 2024 first-round pick to the Utah Jazz in exchange...
02.07.2024
RJ Barrett may have found a perfect fit on the Toronto Raptors
RJ Barrett has been playing some of the best basketball of his career since being traded from the New York Knicks to the Toronto Raptors. Coach Olivier Jean-Charles, known better as Coach O, believes that's because the Raptors are the...
01.31.2024
Coach Victor Lapeña on preparing Canada for the women's Olympic Qualifiers
The Canadian women's basketball team is getting ready for the Olympic Qualifier event in Hungary. Coach Victor Lapeña sits down with host Philip Drost to talk about how they're preparing, how he has been embraced since moving to Canada, and...
01.24.2024
Sean Woodley and saying goodbye to the Raptors championship era
The Toronto Raptors championship era is unquestionably over, following the Raptors trade of Pascal Siakam. Host Philip Drost discusses what’s next with the Raptors and reflects on Pascal and the team that was with Locked On Raptors host Sean Woodley.
01.17.2024
Episode 62: J.E. Skeets on the new-look Toronto Raptors
Canadian podcasting legend J.E. Skeets comes on Canada’s Court to talk with host Philip Drost about the Toronto Raptors so far this year. The two discuss how the additions of Immanuel Quickley and RJ Barrett have impacted the team, what...
01.10.2024
Episode 61: Michael Bartlett
Canada Basketball CEO Michael Bartlett reflects on the huge successes of 2023, and what he hopes Canada Basketball can accomplish at the Olympics. He also talks with host Philip Drost about how he feels the 3x3 game can grow, and...
01.03.2024
Episode 60: Amir Johnson
Former Toronto Raptor Amir Johnson joins Canada's Court to talk about his time as a member of the Raptors, what it was like to see Kawhi Leonard's game-winning shot as a 76er, and how he became an assistant coach with...
02.23.2022
Episode 59: Kaetlyn Osmond
In the 59th episode of Canada's Court, we hear from Canadian figure skating great Kaetlyn Osmond. She comes on the podcast to talk about winning three Olympic medals and a world championship, battling back from injury, and how her coach...
07.01.2020
Episode 58: Nirra Fields
Nirra Fields comes on the podcast to talk about her career, playing in the Olympics, winning a gold medal at the Pan Am Games in Toronto, and what life has been like since she retired from basketball.
07.01.2020
Episode 57: Dick Steeves on Michael Jordan and the Dream Team
New Brunswick referee Dick Steeves made a brief appearance on the Michael Jordan documentary, The Last Dance. Steeves reffed the Dream Team’s gold medal game at the Olympics in Barcelona, and many other big international events around the world. Dick...
05.12.2020
Episode 56: Bill Wennington
Three-time NBA champion Bill Wennington comes on the podcast to talk about the Last Dance, playing with Michael Jordan, and why he never went pro in hockey.
04.22.2020
Episode 55: Chuck Swirsky on The Last Dance
Bulls and former Raptors play-by-play broadcaster Chuck Swirsky comes on Canada’s Court to talk about the first two episodes of The Last Dance, Scottie Pippen’s issues with his contract, Jerry Krause, and much more in Episode 55 of the podcast.
04.09.2020
Episode 54: Howard Beck on the NBA shutdown
With the NBA season shutdown, many fans are wondering what’s going to happen next. Howard Beck, senior NBA writer for Bleacher Report, discusses what this shutdown means for players, how hard it is to predict what will happen next, and...
04.09.2020
Episode 53: Yaron Weitzman on Tanking to the Top
Canada’s Court starts its series on great basketball books with Yaron Weitzman and his book, Tanking to the Top: The Philadelphia 76ers and the Most Audacious Process in the History of Professional Sports. Yaron talks about the process of putting...
02.21.2020
Episode 52: Katie Heindl - NBA All-Star Weekend
The 2020 NBA All-Star Weekend might go down as one of the best all-star events in recent history. From Zion Williamson throwing down ally-oops, to a controversial dunk contest ending, to an actually intense All-Star Game, the weekend had no...
02.21.2020
Episode 51: Nayo Raincock-Ekunwe
Nayo Raincock-Ekunwe comes on Canada's Court to talk about her career so far, the national team, and the recent tournament that qualified the women's team for the 2020 Summer Olympics.
10.22.2019
Episode 50: Sean Woodley on Raptors season preview
The Toronto Raptors have been crowned the NBA champions, and when the season starts, they’ll get their rings. But what are the expectations for the Raptors this season? Host Philip Drost and Sean Woodley dive into the upcoming Raptors season....
10.14.2019
Episode 49: Kayla Alexander on her book and women's basketball
In episode 49 of Canada’s Court, Kayla Alexander comes on the podcast to talk about the children’s book she wrote and illustrated, the state of women’s basketball, and her performance with Team Canada this fall.
06.28.2019
Episode 48: Brandon Clarke - Drafted
At long last Brandon Clarke gets to see his life long dream come true. During the NBA Draft, Brandon Clarke was taken with the 21st pick, a pick that would go on to be traded to the Memphis Grizzlies. Brandon...
06.26.2019
Episode 47: Jonathan McAloon on the 2019 NBA Draft
Long time coach and college basketball expert Jonathan McAloon talks about all the Canadians who were taken in the 2019 NBA draft. McAloon also touches on some players who went undrafted that could still make it, and the impact the...
06.19.2019
Episode 46: Matt Devlin on the Championship Raptors
The Toronto Raptors are NBA Champions, and Matt Devlin was there for every single game of the run. Here his take on the Raptors’ amazing run, what moments stand out to him, and what this win means for basketball in...
06.13.2019
Episode 45: Brandon Clarke - Draft Combine and workouts
NBA prospect Brandon Clarke comes back on Canada’s Court to discuss the draft process so far. Clarke talks about the gruelling but fun onslaught of team workouts, being interviewed by half the NBA’s front offices, and preparing for the big...
05.28.2019
Episode 44: Vivek Jacob on the NBA Finals
The Toronto Raptors have made history, and advanced to the NBA finals. But they aren’t done there. Vivek Jacob of Yahoo Sports says the Raptors have a chance to win, and it could become an all-time great series. Vivek...
05.15.2019
Episode 43: Sean Woodley on Kawhi's winner and Raps vs Bucks
Kawhi Leonard hit one of the greatest shots of all time to win Game 7 for the Raptors against the 76ers, and now they’re off to play the Bucks. Sean Woodley of Locked On Raptors comes on the podcast to...
05.10.2019
Episode 42: Brandon Clarke - The Draft Journey Begins
In Kindergarten Brandon Clarke told his class he was going to the NBA. Over the next month, he has a chance to make that happen. Clarke will be checking in with Canada's Court throughout the draft process. Here's the first...
03.10.2019
Episode 41: Joyce Slipp
Canada Basketball hall of famer Joyce Slipp comes on the podcast to talk about the evolution on the game, playing when there was six players on the court, and being the first women’s team to go to the Olympics. All...
03.05.2019
Episode 40: Haley McDonald on Usports Final 8
Haley McDonald stole the show at the Atlantic University Sport playoffs. She scored an AUS record of 51 points to help the Acadia Axewomen go to the finals, where they beat the Memorial Seahawks to capture their second straight AUS...
02.18.2019
Episode 39: Steven Marcus on working in the NBL
Steven Marcus and the St. John’s Edge are going for an NBL championship this season, and they’ve got some big help to get there. Associate Head Coach Steven Marcus and the Edge signed Glen Davis this season, and the city...
11.12.2018
Episode 38: Jay Triano
Coach Jay Triano has no shortage of stories when it comes to Canadian basketball. In his new book Open Look, Triano tells stories like how he became friends with Terry Fox, his passion for sports, helping make early NBA video...
11.07.2018
Episode 37: Khem Birch on his journey to the NBA
Khem Birch has learned a lot of patience in his journey to the NBA. Khem Birch declared for the NBA draft in 2014, but went undrafted. But he didn’t give up. After playing in the G-League, and having fire crackers...
08.22.2018
Episode 36: Tamara Tatham joins Raptors 905 coaching staff
Tamara Tatham made history in August, when it was announced that she would join the G-League Raptors 905 coaching staff. She will be the first Canadian woman to have a coaching gig in a major North American pro men’s league. Tamara Tatham...
07.22.2018
Episode 35: Matt Devlin on DeMar/Kawhi trade
Time to break down the blockbuster deal between the Toronto Raptors and the San Antonio Spurs. The Raptors sent their franchise star, DeMar DeRozan, to a new home, for disgrunteled Spurs star Kawhi Leonard. But has the trade hurt the...
07.05.2018
Episode 34: David Tyndale
David Tyndale always imagined being on the court with the best in the game, but it hasn't been in the way he expected. Tyndale is a personal trainer for some NBA players, university players, and will basically work out with...
05.30.2018
Episode 33: Michele O'Keefe on the past two decades of Canada Basketball
Michele O'Keefe has announced she will step down from her role as president and CEO of Canada Basketball at the end of June. O'Keefe has been a witness and factor in Canada rising among the ranks as a top basketball...
05.30.2018
Episode 33: Michele O'Keefe on the past two decades of Canada Basketball
Michele O'Keefe has announced she will step down from her role as president and CEO of Canada Basketball at the end of June. O'Keefe has been a witness and factor in Canada rising among the ranks as a top basketball...
05.05.2018
Episode 32: Dillon Brooks of the Memphis Grizzlies
Dillon Brooks quickly outplayed his second round selection in the 2017 NBA Draft, and became a starter on the Memphis Grizzlies. Listen to Dillon Brooks talk about his first year in the NBA, his incredible work ethic, one of the...
05.01.2018
Episode 31: Eric Smith on Raptors vs Cavs
If Eric Smith of Sportsnet was betting on the Raptors vs. Cavs series with host Philip Drost's money, he would put it on the Toronto Raptors. But if Smith had to bet with his own cash, well it's hard to...
03.14.2018
Episode 30: Usports Champions
March Madness may be just underway in the United States, but in Canada, the Madness has already wrapped up. The Calgary Dinos won the men's university national championship, and on the women's side, the Carleton Ravens came away with the...
02.13.2018
Episode 29: Cory Joseph
In episode 29 of Canada's Court, Cory Joseph of the Indiana Pacers joins the podcast. Joseph has spent the more time than any other Canadian playing for the Toronto Raptors and continues to be very committed to the national team....
01.18.2018
Episode 28: Blake Murphy on the Raptors thus far
We are half way through the 2017-2018 season, and the Toronto Raptors are 30-13. With just one more west coast road trip to go and the Raptors solidly in 2nd place in the East, there is a lot to be...
01.05.2018
Episode 27: 2017 Year in Review
2017 is coming to an end, so time to do what people do at this time of year, and take a look back at some of the major events and interviews of the year. In this episode, you'll hear excerpts...

What's Canada's Court about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Canada's Court episodes:

Bridget Carleton’s historic game, thrilling Olympic qualifier, and WNBA prep | Canada’s Court

Zach Edey, Cailtin Clarke, and the March Madness Final Four

The winners and losers of March Madness so far with Coach O | Canada's Court

The top Canadians to watch in March Madness with Oren Weisfeld

How to join the Canada's Court March Madness Bracket Challenge

Savanna Hamilton on injuries, pizza parties and development with the Toronto Raptors

The life of an NBA scout with Will Harrison

Kayla Alexander on a dramatic Olympic qualification

Canadian women qualify for 2024 Olympics in stunning way

The Toronto Raptors make moves at the NBA Trade Deadline

RJ Barrett may have found a perfect fit on the Toronto Raptors

Coach Victor Lapeña on preparing Canada for the women's Olympic Qualifiers

Sean Woodley and saying goodbye to the Raptors championship era

Episode 62: J.E. Skeets on the new-look Toronto Raptors

Episode 61: Michael Bartlett

Episode 60: Amir Johnson

Episode 59: Kaetlyn Osmond

Episode 58: Nirra Fields

Episode 57: Dick Steeves on Michael Jordan and the Dream Team

Episode 56: Bill Wennington

Episode 55: Chuck Swirsky on The Last Dance

Episode 54: Howard Beck on the NBA shutdown

Episode 53: Yaron Weitzman on Tanking to the Top

Episode 52: Katie Heindl - NBA All-Star Weekend

Episode 51: Nayo Raincock-Ekunwe

Episode 50: Sean Woodley on Raptors season preview

Episode 49: Kayla Alexander on her book and women's basketball

Episode 48: Brandon Clarke - Drafted

Episode 47: Jonathan McAloon on the 2019 NBA Draft

Episode 46: Matt Devlin on the Championship Raptors

Episode 45: Brandon Clarke - Draft Combine and workouts

Episode 44: Vivek Jacob on the NBA Finals

Episode 43: Sean Woodley on Kawhi's winner and Raps vs Bucks

Episode 42: Brandon Clarke - The Draft Journey Begins

Episode 41: Joyce Slipp

Episode 40: Haley McDonald on Usports Final 8

Episode 39: Steven Marcus on working in the NBL

Episode 38: Jay Triano

Episode 37: Khem Birch on his journey to the NBA

Episode 36: Tamara Tatham joins Raptors 905 coaching staff

Episode 35: Matt Devlin on DeMar/Kawhi trade

Episode 34: David Tyndale

Episode 33: Michele O'Keefe on the past two decades of Canada Basketball

Episode 33: Michele O'Keefe on the past two decades of Canada Basketball

Episode 32: Dillon Brooks of the Memphis Grizzlies

Episode 31: Eric Smith on Raptors vs Cavs

Episode 30: Usports Champions

Episode 29: Cory Joseph

Episode 28: Blake Murphy on the Raptors thus far

Episode 27: 2017 Year in Review

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