What is the CBPN?
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.
Virtual Performance Conference (For Athletes)
For high school athletes – Join us for our inagural Virtual Performance Conference, a groundbreaking event offering education to basketball athletes across Canada. Learn from industry-leading experts and take your performance to the next level.
Conference Date: February 8th @ 5pm – 8:30pm EST
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Conference Speakers (For Athletes)
Dr. Tobi Owotomo
Athletic Trainer / Physical Therapist for OKC Thunder
Topic: Ankle Sprains – Mitigation and Recovery
Mike Guevara
NBA Performance Coach for Fred VanVleet, Jalen Green, etc.
Topic: Traits That Separate The Pros
Garrett Blakey
Head Strength & Conditioning Coach for Canada Basketball
Topic: Principles of Effective Strength Training
Tanner Care
Director of Performance for Vancouver Bandits (CEBL) & BC Lions (CFL)
Topic: Aligning Practice Plans with Physical Preparation
Sydney Glanville
Asst. Strength & Conditioning Coach for Washington Mystics (WNBA)
Topic: In-Season vs. Off-Season Strength Training
Dr. Kevin Wilson
Founder of CBPN, Former NBA Strength & Conditioning Coach for OKC Thunder & LA Lakers
Topic: Managing Tendon Pain
Our Sponsors (Both Conferences)
Virtual Performance Conference (For Professionals)
Join us for our inaugural, two-day Virtual Performance Conference, designed for emerging medical & performance professionals in sport and human performance. Learn from leading experts, gain career insights, and build the tools to elevate your impact in the performance industry.
DAY 1: March 14th @ 10am – 2pm EST
Day 2: March 15th @ 5pm – 9pm EST
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Conference Speakers (For Professionals)
Dr. Stefania Rizzo
Former NBA Director of Performance Rehabilitation for Brooklyn Nets
Topic: An Integrated Return-to-Play Model Illustrated Through a Hamstring Injury Case
Dr. Jordan Sabourin
Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for Detroit Pistons (NBA)
Topic: Where BFR Fits in Modern High-Performance Training Systems
Mike Guevara
NBA Performance Coach for Fred VanVleet, Jalen Green, etc.
Topic: Offseason Blueprint: Build Armor, Unlock Athleticism
Karamvir Singh Gill
NBA Health & Performance Coach for RJ Barrett
Topic: Understanding Internal Load Using Muscle Oxygen
Tanner Care
Director of Performance for Vancouver Bandits (CEBL) & BC Lions (CFL)
Topic: Individualization & Utilization of Special Methods for In-Season Performance Enhancement
Brad Thorpe
Founder of Isophit
Dr. Joel Kerr
Founder of B.A.S.E.
Dr. Kevin Wilson
Founder of CBPN, Former NBA Strength & Conditioning Coach for OKC Thunder & LA Lakers
Topic: Understanding NBA & WNBA Demands as a Health & Performance Staff Member + Building the Person Behind the Pro
CBPN Mentorship Program
The CBPN Mentorship Program is designed to elevate the next generation of Canadian medical and performance professionals in basketball. Whether you're a student eager to break into the industry or an emerging practitioner looking to learn from top NBA, WNBA, and National Team staff, this program connects you directly with leading experts in sport performance and athlete care.
Through one-on-one mentorship, group learning sessions, and exclusive networking opportunities, you'll gain the tools, insights, and connections to accelerate your growth in the field.
Spaces will be limited - Join the waitlist now to be the first to know when applications open.