Episode Transcript
[00:00:00] Speaker A: Foreign.
[00:00:03] Speaker B: Welcome to the Canadian Basketball show, your go to spot for the latest news stories and analysis on Canadian basketball. I'm your host, Lee Ban Osmond. I'm joined by a special guest this week. She's a college basketball star at Villanova, a rising talent out of Canada, Milton Zone, Jasmine Bosco. How you doing?
[00:00:24] Speaker A: Doing good. How are you?
[00:00:25] Speaker B: Good, good, good. How's Villanova treating you? Is the weather good? Is it the same as Canada? What's it like over there?
[00:00:30] Speaker A: It's.
It's cold, but it doesn't really snow. It's really, really windy all the time, so it's freezing, and then you're getting slapped in the face with the wind, but there's no snow. And winter is my favorite season, so I'm really. Yeah, so I'm like, if there's snow, like, I'm down, but there's no snow. So it's just straight. Just cold. Yeah. Yeah.
[00:00:50] Speaker B: I'm talking to you right after you were just named one of the 50 players on the watch list for the Wooden Award.
How'd you find out and what does it mean for you to just be, like, named on this list? Big time, big time honor.
[00:01:04] Speaker A: My coach just called me yesterday and let me know. She just, you know, we talked about it, whatever, but it's kind of the same message. I mean, it's an honor, but it's just something small and just gonna keep working and growing and yeah, it feels great to be recognized, whatever, but at the end of the day, like, I'm not doing it for any awards or anything, so it's cool, but I' ma just keep playing.
[00:01:25] Speaker B: Hey, talk about awards. I'm about to read your stats right now. For people listening, you've played how many games has it been out to start the season?
[00:01:33] Speaker A: We've played four official games, averaging 18.
[00:01:36] Speaker B: Points, five rebounds, 3.4 assists. You scored in double figures in 34 out of your first, I think 39 games at Villanova. Just had also career high 30 points.
Why do you feel like you've had maybe so much success entering college basketball now, obviously your sophomore year? Why do you feel like you've had so much success just to start off just first two years?
[00:01:57] Speaker A: Yeah, I mean, the preparation coming into this was always big. My dad has trained me my whole life and, you know, watching my brother, everything. So just always having that mindset going into it. So, yeah, I was prepared really well. Also high school and Team Canada, all those little things. But then I think I just chose the right school for me. The playing style is perfect. The coaches trust me, and we have a great relationship. And so I'm able to just go out and play and do what I do and not really work, worry about any expectations or anything. And so when you're kind of given the green light, it. I have a lot of confidence in myself and my teammates. We have a lot of confidence in each other. And so it just works for me.
[00:02:33] Speaker B: Yeah.
Just coming back, I believe, from camp with the senior Women's national team. Am I correct?
[00:02:38] Speaker A: I wasn't able to go because of the timing and, like, all the flights have been kind of getting, you know, messed up recently. So I was supposed to be. But not. I couldn't make it.
[00:02:48] Speaker B: From what you've heard, like, what's that been like? Also now you're in the mix with the senior Women's national team. What's that feeling like getting a call up to over there and how have they talked to you? Just about how they want DCU vision with the program and going forward. Because you've obviously played FIBA U18, FIBA U19 this past summer, too. How do they envision you?
[00:03:08] Speaker A: Yeah, I mean, the expectation is really clear just being a pure point guard for the team.
Obviously, there's some great players on that team and some ladies that I've looked up to my whole life. Kia Nurse was. I was. I loved watching her when I was younger, and then getting to play for her program was big. So just kind of the fact that I get to play on the same stage as her is an honor along with all the other women as well. But, you know, they've made it very clear, be a pure point guard for this team. I mean, like I said, so many good scorers, and you need someone to facilitate and kind of get things rolling. And so just working on that and getting the chance to play with them every so often has been something that's really helped me develop.
[00:03:43] Speaker B: Yeah. First time playing for Ken, do you remember the first time when. The first time you got the call being like, hey, Jasmine, we want you on with the program.
[00:03:52] Speaker A: When was the first time I tried out for. When I was 16. I tried it for the U17 team. And are you. Yeah, yeah, U17. And I. They didn't need me. I mean, they had Tasia the year before, and she's a great point guard and they. She had played with a lot of the girls, but the older team needed a point guard. So I ended up moving up to U18 and playing with the U18 team out in Argentina, and it was just an amazing experience. I mean, to begin our team, like, the 12 girls that were on the team, we were all super close. It was a great. A great environment, but the basketball was great. It was super challenging, but I think I held my own pretty well for being, you know, two years younger. And, yeah, it. I mean, I. When I got the call from Steve, I was like, dang. Like, he's about to tell me, like, it's not my year yet. And then he told me, no, actually, we want you playing up. And I was like, shoot. I mean, that's crazy. So. No, Yeah. I always say, like, that trip was probably one of my favorite trips I've ever had with Team Canada. Obviously, it's very memorable because it was my first one, but just a great team, a great tournament, and we. We played really well. So, yeah, I'll never forget it.
[00:04:57] Speaker B: What's going on with Milton? I feel like there's so much talent coming up. Maybe a hidden part. I. I'll be honest, I wasn't tapped in, but I'm seeing Nathan George, I'm seeing at Ishan Sharma on the podcast a few months back.
You. I don't know if I'm. There's some other people I'm probably on top of my head that I'm missing out on. What's cooking up in Milton? Tell me about that.
[00:05:16] Speaker A: I mean, yeah, it's a little small town, but when you come into it, you actually really feel how competitive it is. There's a couple teams, a couple programs, kind of throughout it, and we just have that grit. I mean, people say, oh, the kids from Toronto are all that and all that, but, like, we can hold our own with them, too. And so it's kind of cool to represent Milton, and it is small, so. I've known Ishan since I was younger. I've known Nate and Noah, so just kind of growing up around them, too. We're like, we all want to. We don't even have to say it, but you want to represent your little town. And, you know, I think in Milton, development's a really big thing. There's a great program, Milton Stags, and they have so many levels of just developing kids. And both my parents coach for Stags. My brother played for Stags. I played with Stags when I was younger. And so just all those little things, like, they just get us going right. Right from the start, and then we just keep growing and we can represent.
[00:06:05] Speaker B: Yeah, all you guys killing it in the ncaa. Noah George is committed to Northern Arizona, I believe, big time.
You obviously talked about your Parents training you, your pops. What was that like early on? Like, was it just like, okay, the family, pops, mom played basketball, brother also played basketball. Was it like, I have no choice? Like, what was your introduction to basketball? And when did you, like, maybe. Obviously, like, they loved it, but when did you fall in love with it?
[00:06:34] Speaker A: Right? I mean, yeah, I was born into it. My dad was coaching at Sheridan, so I was kind of just forced to be there.
And I was bored a lot of the time. I didn't really care. I'd ride my tricycle around the gym, but, like, I. Whatever. And then I started, like, training. Not really training, but, like, playing basketball when I was 4. And then I kind of just was like, dang, this is fun. I was always really competitive, and obviously I wanted to compete with my brother. And so my dad would train. He would train me and my brother. We train in groups. My mom coached my brother and she coached some girls team. So I was always around it. But honestly, once I got to, like, grade six, I was like. Like, I'd practice with Transway twice a week. And then my dad would be like, okay, so when you're not practicing, we're gonna train. And I would do it. And then I was like, I just wanna lay on the couch and eat and play with my friends from school. And so I kind of.
I told him, I was like, I don't really wanna do this anymore. So for a whole year, not that I didn't wanna play basketball. I just didn't wanna train. And so for the full year, I stopped training with him. He was like, if you don't wanna do it, just tell me. I'm fine with that. And so I was just playing. And then the next year, I went up to him and I was like, why does it feel like everyone's as good as me now? And he said, it's because you're not putting in the extra work no more. And I was like, yeah, we're back. We're back. So ever since then, you know, just training with him always. And yeah, I honestly think that was a big moment when I realized, like, no, I actually do really love it, and I do really care. And also going into high school, like, playing at Kings, high, high expectations, going in, great team. And so I was like, nah, like, I got to lock in. And then when. When I started playing with Kings, I was like, dang, like, I can do this. And ever since then, I've just been like, yeah, basketball's always been just the end goal for me.
[00:08:12] Speaker B: Your bro also played NCAA Bucknell. Who wins the ones? That's my question. Now, nowadays, I gotta be honest.
[00:08:20] Speaker A: He would cook me. Yeah. Yeah, he really would. And I think it's really funny because when we used to play, like, outside, my mom is a really good shooter. She's one of those girls, like, she can just knock it down. And so when we were younger, my mom would always win all the shooting stuff, and then my. My dad would just body us and win the one on one. But as my brother got older, he started being my dad. And I wish I could say I would beat him, but. Nah, he's too good. And so maybe one day, but for now, he's still beating me for sure.
[00:08:49] Speaker B: Hey, shout out to him.
Who were some of your favorite Hoopers maybe coming up watching the game and I don't know, maybe emulating. Be like, I could be like that. And obviously you talk about yourself as a pure point guard.
[00:09:01] Speaker A: Who.
[00:09:01] Speaker B: Whose style can. Did you kind of model your game after and maybe like, take some stuff from and add to it and kind of like, how would you sum up your. Your game and like, some of your favorite players that you watched?
[00:09:13] Speaker A: Yeah, I mean, when I was younger, I really liked DeMar DeRozan. I just thought it was cool, like.
[00:09:18] Speaker B: The way you're a real one.
[00:09:19] Speaker A: Yeah, I had a. I had a demar Duration birthday cake. Like, I thought he was.
I really liked him. Just watching him was just like, entertaining. Like, your job would be on the floor all the time. And so obviously that I really liked Maya more. And my dad always kind of would compare us, so I kind of, kind of had to like her.
Kia nurse. Like I said, big name. I also played on Transway, so we'd go to her games, all high school games. UConn. We would watch everything.
But as I got a little bit older, I really, really, really like Jalen Brunson. And like, that's not even a. Like, I didn't. It wasn't a Villanova tie at first, but just he's a small guard, he makes it work. And the way he plays off the two and his pace is just crazy. And so even here at Nova, like, when we work out, we watch his film and we try and put some of that into my game. So, yeah, as of now, I'd say Jaylen Brunson is big idol.
[00:10:11] Speaker B: You rock. Number 11. Am I correct? Is that. Is that the reason why?
[00:10:15] Speaker A: It is. I have always been 13 my whole life. And then coming here, it was taken. I was like, dang, I got to choose something else. And I was like, yeah, 11. He wasn't 11 here, but he's 11 now, so that's all that matters.
[00:10:26] Speaker B: Have you spoken to him? Has. Have they come out to. I know those guys are Villanova proud, always out there checking out the games. Have you. Have you tapped in with those guys? Have they. Have they come around?
[00:10:35] Speaker A: Yeah, they're around pretty often. I mean, a lot of NBA players come in workout, whatever. Like, this summer, I was. It was like 6am we had a workout, and I'm all tired, rubbing my eyes, and it's Kyle Lowry. And I was like.
And I literally. I walked into the locker room and I was like, oh, my gosh. I just saw Kyle Lowry and my eyes are, like, watering because I was. That was so cool. And my two roommates were like, who is that?
[00:10:57] Speaker B: Wow.
[00:10:58] Speaker A: I was like, you don't get it. Like, in Canada, he's like, a big deal.
[00:11:02] Speaker B: He's the goat.
[00:11:03] Speaker A: He's the goat.
I saw him and I was like, good morning. And he was like, morning. I was like, so. Yeah. But, yes, I've spoken to Jalen. I got the chance to FaceTime him last year, which was really cool.
That was, like, our first interaction. And then this year, they did, like, their. They have the roommates podcast, and they did an event at my school, him and Josh, and so they were here. And so before it, I got to talk to him, and I was starstruck again. He was like, no, I'm just like, a chill dude. Like, I just mess around like you guys. And I was like, wow. Like, this is crazy.
[00:11:33] Speaker B: Yeah. You talked about Keanu also. I think you played for her AU team, if I'm correct. What was that like, getting to play for that team? I believe, like, you, there's a lot of other players that were stacked. That roster that you had, I think Silo was on that team, too. Who else was on that? Tell me. Tell me about that Keaner's roster and the games you guys would play, traveling to the States. What was that like?
[00:11:53] Speaker A: Man, it was crazy. That U17 team we had. Yeah, we had Me, Sila, Toby Delaney, Tana Cyan. We had. Oh, we were. Yeah. A deep team that could be a.
[00:12:04] Speaker B: Whole college team, literally.
[00:12:05] Speaker A: And we went to Boo Williams the first tournament, and we just steamrolled everyone, and we were, like, the first Canadian team to ever win. Boo. And that was big for us because, you know, we're representing Canada at the end of the day. And so, yeah. And by that point, Sila, Toby Delaney and I had all been committed and so we were just out there playing, you know, getting some extra work in before we went to school. And, yeah, that team was so much fun. We competed, and then we're all great friends, and so just playing with each other and just being able to, like, cook all on the court together is. It would just fuel us every day.
[00:12:35] Speaker B: Yeah, I had Sila on the pod, and I think it was. Might have been May or June, and she talked to me just about how. How much. How close you guys are. You guys are dogs. What's that friendship like? And where. Where did it start? Because people look at you guys as, like, the. The future. Right, the two point guards. She's also kind of like a combo guard. She can play multiple positions. But you two have kind of, like, the future of this program. And it's cool seeing you guys, like, the friendship. And she was telling me she calls you all the time all, like, what's. What's the friendship like?
[00:13:04] Speaker A: Yeah, she's one of my best friends. I mean, in the back, you can't really see it, but that picture right there is me and her. And so, yeah, we played against each other for the first time in grade eight. She was on her Sudbury team, and, oh, we won.
We killed them. We killed them. And I was like, oh, like, this is the Silas Swords girl everyone's been talking about. And her sister Savvy was on the team, too, but she was hurt, so she didn't play. But I was like, okay, like, let's see who she is, whatever. And so we won. But she. She came out and scored, like, the first, like, 14 points, and we were like, oh, my gosh. Like, gosh. But yeah, and then after that, it was Kia Nurse that summer or the next summer, we started being on all the Kia teams together. And honestly, at first, like, we were on a team together, we weren't even that close. Like, we were just like. But then as the years went on, and then, yeah, Canada and just all these things, we were kind of almost forced to be together. And then our friendship just tightened a lot. And like she said, we call all the time just catching up. We're both super busy, but we love talking basketball with each other. Just keeping each other in the loop, everything that's going on and competing against each other. I mean, even this summer, we were both at Global Jam, but we. Neither of us got to play. And so we would go and just work out late at night and get some shots up, and everything was a competition. And it just makes both of us so much better because we Want to beat each other, but we're also supporting each other and so yeah, she's one of my best friends. I love talking to her and just kind of picking her brain with everything.
[00:14:22] Speaker B: Yeah, that's awesome. And the first time I watched you play, I think I've watched a few of your OSPA games and Bio Steel saw you over there. But then the first time extended look I think was you arrived to Portland for the Nike Hoop Summit a bit late and I was there and it was like a last minute addition was like, now there's five Canadians on this roster. Tell me about getting to Hoop Summit. What was that process like and being added? And then you played like, I remember just watching you like Carly was playing you. I don't know how many minutes that that game, but she relied on you. Heavy. But tell me about the call when you got there for Hoop Summit and how, how it came and what was your excitement being able to represent Canada. It's like some of the best prospects coming out playing in this game. World versus usa.
[00:15:10] Speaker A: Yeah, I mean the year before a couple of those same girls had been in the game and so we actually moved Team Canada camp to them and we did our workouts there and I was like, dang, like this is really cool. I'd want to play, play in this. And then I was told you're actually like, next year you're probably going to be in this game. So I was like, oh bet. Like that's fun. And then as it rolled around, we had Sila, Toby Delaney and now Avery Howell, who was kind of like an undiscovered Canadian. Yeah, not undiscovered. People didn't know she was Canadian. She was definitely discovered, but they just didn't know she was Canadian. And so they were like, dang. Like we wanted you to come, but there's too many girls from Canada. Like this is supposed to be a world team, not Canada. Plus a few. And so I was like, it's all right. Like it's just, it would be a great opportunity, but it's nothing that crazy. And then one of the players ended up getting hurt or something. So like, okay, you can come. And so I'm telling you, I brushed my teeth, had my retainer and I was, I did my homework, I was ready to go to bed and all I hear is Jasmine. And my dad's like, pack your stuff, you're going to Portland at 4am And I was like, what? No, I'm not. He's like, yeah, they need you. Like you're going. And I was, like, so silent. Toby both called me, and I was like, guys, like, I'm coming. I don't. I don't know what's going on. I'm coming. And they're freaking out. I was like, do you have clothes? Like, what do I bring? Like, I had no clue what was going on. But, you know, it's Nike. They gave us everything we needed. So I literally packed, like, a toothbrush and just got on a flight, got out there and then, yeah, it was cool. I got to meet so many cool women that I've been watching. It was a great opportunity to play. And, yeah, it was a really cool game. And Team usa, I've heard, kind of uses that as like, a little training camp. And so I was like, honestly, we're going to play against some of these girls that I'm probably going to play against this summer. So it was just good to kind of play on a big stage against those same people that I'd probably be playing against. And, yeah, it was a really cool opportunity.
[00:16:54] Speaker B: Yeah. When you get there, what's your first maybe impressions? And then also, like, like I said, like, there are, like, that game, I'll be honest with you, I still get, like, you guys should have won that game. I know, being there, like.
But you were able to, like, Carly used you as someone that was able to handle the ball, pressure, bring up the ball, that kind of stuff.
What was that like? Kind of being thrown into the fire a bit. Like, just a few days. I don't know how many days you actually trained before actually getting there.
[00:17:20] Speaker A: Like, three. Three.
[00:17:22] Speaker B: But, like. And then these people don't realize. USA Basketball, like, it's. It's so different because these. These girls play together for years on end, and then they actually. And they play in the Hoop Summit. The top, top, top girls on that roster. Canada is. And then you get. There's five of you guys. But it's also mixing in the world. So it's like a bunch of players trying to figure out how you play together. So you get in, I think might. Might be like, on the weekend, but you got in in that week. What was that adjustment like? And playing in Portland, Trailblazers arena, fans in attendance. A lot of people I know WNBA scouts are in attendance watching that game.
What was that like? Did you feel like, wow, this is. This is big time? And how did you deal with that?
[00:18:03] Speaker A: Yeah, when I walked in, as soon as I walked to the hotel, I look forward, I see, like, Cooper Flagg and A.J. debanston. I was like, oh, wow. Like, this is. This is like a real big, like. So I was like, okay. But I think, honestly, having my friends there kind of brought me back down to earth because I was like, we've played before. We can play together again. And like you said, yeah, I was thrown into it fast. But Carly is a great coach, and I. I played for her previously, and so I kind of understood. We kind of did some of the Canada stuff that we had done before, and so just kind of. I was familiar with a couple of the things it was obviously learning. Like, some of the terminology was tough and everything like that, but I caught on quick. And then even, yeah, we got to practice at the Portland practice place. That was amazing. I was taking pictures the whole time, and then playing there was. That was surreal as well. And I just think.
I think I told myself, like, you've been playing basketball for these moments. Like, there's no reason to feel nervous or scared. Like, the big moments are what you want. So I was like, you know what? We're here. We may as well ball out. And, yeah, we lost. It was a tough one, but it was really cool opportunity, and I think anyone that gets to do it would be very, very lucky.
[00:19:11] Speaker B: Yeah, I feel like I was lucky just being able to watch all five of you guys there. And then a few months later, I'm like, I'm not surprised because I just watched you guys at Hoops Summit, and then all five of you have impactful seasons in your freshman year. What was that like for you? Just, like, you spent so much time with these girls, hung out with them, and then you guys all go to college. I'm guessing you guys are probably texting each other, being, like, every award of the week. Texting. Congratulations. Like, what was that like, seeing everyone? Toby goes to Duke, you know, Avery goes to usc. Delaney goes to Slipping my mind. Byu, Salah, Michigan, Villanova. What was it like seeing just, like, you guys kind of just take over, like, in terms of women's basketball and in college?
[00:19:54] Speaker A: Yeah, I mean, we expected it of each other. We just. We have all. We all have high expectations for each other. And so when it was happening, I couldn't even say I was that surprised. I would say I could have guessed that before it happened. And, yeah, we have our group chats, and there was a couple of things of all of us, like, oh, good job, guys. Like, so proud of you guys, whatever. But at the same Were like, nah, like, we're all. We're all here to ball out. And so it was really cool, honestly. And the fact that we did all play on so many teams together, and so we got to represent Keanu and Team Canada and all those things. But, yeah, we super proud of each other all the time. But I'm like, of course Delaney's getting player of the week, like, every week. Like, she. I think she actually set the record in their league. I'm like, nobody can guard her. I can't guard her. Like, I'm expecting that from her. And so, yeah, I mean, super proud of them.
[00:20:42] Speaker B: Yeah.
Walk me through maybe, like, your recruitment process coming out of high school.
I don't know if you were maybe, like, did you feel like you're underrated? Because I. I. Tell me about that process and maybe the first offer you received, what was that? Like, do you remember where you were and how that came about? And, yeah, just walk me through your recruiting process, because I talked to people just, like, in the Canadian basketball scene, and they're like, I talked to Marlo Davis, and he's like, people are regretting not getting in on. On Jasmine and her recruitment early on. And what was your recruitment like coming up?
[00:21:15] Speaker A: Yeah. I mean, growing up, I never really thought I was underrated, but, you know, when rankings would come out, they wouldn't really ever include, like, can't, like, Canadian players. So I was like, I don't really care. Like, I never really cared about the rankings, so whatever. And then when we were U15, Kia Nurse, we went to Louisville for the big, like, Run for Roses tournament. And I just remember my dad was our coach, and he pulled me and Sila over to the side after practice, and he was like, you guys are gonna get on a call. And so it's Covid. There's, like, nobody around us. And I answer the phone. I'm like, Hello? It was St. John's which is in my conference, so it's crazy, but they offered me, and then I didn't even hang up the phone. They were like, okay, can we talk to Sila now? And gave it to her. So we both got our first offer together, which I think is another reason we're so close, because we kind of have been through it all together. But so 15 years old, first offer kind of sparked it all. And then, yeah, I mean, luckily, Kings was a great team. We got a lot of exposure, and so just slowly picking up offers, picking up some schools. And then U16 was a big, breakout summer for me. Same thing.
But, yeah, recruitment process was. It's a lot. I'm not gonna lie. It's always a lot. It's A lot of calls, a lot of. You know, you meet so many new people, and just having to, like, remember what I. What I talked to this coach about and this coach about is, it's not easy. But I always would tell myself, be grateful because not a lot of people get to go through this, get to experience this. So, I mean, yeah, it was a lot, but it was really, really fun and cool at the same time. And then just slowly, as I got older, I was obviously feeling Villanova and got to go on my visit, and I was like, wow, like, this place feels like home. And so I didn't have a million offers. I didn't have all these big schools, but that didn't matter to me because I was like, villanova is a place I see myself playing.
[00:23:02] Speaker B: Yeah. Did you have, like, a top five or in terms of, like, narrowing down options? Like, did you look at. Okay, like, how did you decide on Villanova? And what was, like, maybe the selling point? And. Yeah, walk me through that process.
[00:23:14] Speaker A: Yeah, I came on my visit here.
It was honestly, like, my first official. I want to say. Yeah, came here. Marquette was also. It was Villanova, and Marquette were really the top two for me. I had, like, Michigan State, Oklahoma, some of these schools. But I was like, those two were really had. They had my eyes, and so came to Villanova. Luckily, one of my old high school teammates played here, and so I kind of got, like, inside scoop on my visit, getting to be around the girls, and so I really liked it. Then I went to Marquette for a visit, and I liked it, too, but I just really couldn't stop thinking about Villanova while I was there. And I was, like, comparing everything to Nova, and so I'm very lucky because it stuck out to me. And I was like, I want to go here. Like, no question. My parents like, are you sure? And I was like, yeah. So I'm just very. It was an easy decision for me.
[00:24:03] Speaker B: So you get to Villanova.
What's your first impressions? Stepping in on campus and going to a school. Like, we mentioned Kyle Lowry. Matty was also there. She ended up in the WNBA with the Dallas Wings.
What was it like to just get into that program? You're seeing a lot of successful players have come through. What was your mindset going in and what expectations did you have for yourself?
[00:24:27] Speaker A: Yeah, I mean, the coaches communicated with me really well. So before I even got there, Lucy Olson, who transferred to Iowa and then is now in the league, she was still here before. And so Denise was like, we want you to come in and Play point for her right from the start. And I was like, I'm fine with that. Sounds good to me. And so she ended up transferring. So obviously that message changed a bit, but she was still expecting, like, expecting me to contribute my freshman year. So I came in and I was like, you know what?
I feel their support, and they've made that very clear. So I'm just going to do what I do. And so I was ready right from the jump. First practice I came out, I was like, it's time to ball out and earn my spot. And so that's just what happened. And, yeah, just knowing, like, Kyle. Kyle Lowry, Jalen Brunson, Maddie. Like, this school has produced some great, great players. And honestly, it's because this program is so family oriented. Like, my coach went here. People that work with us went here. Everyone that works here went here. And so the support is just constant. And the little towns around us, support is constant. And so I just felt the love. And I was like, yeah, like, I can see myself here for four years. Yeah.
[00:25:35] Speaker B: I was going to ask you, like, did you have, like, a welcome to college moment where I know, was it a game, a moment, Looking to the crowd and be like, this is. This is different than what I've ever.
[00:25:45] Speaker A: Seen before, I want to think. I mean, I can tell you one. In practice, it was just literally day one, and one of my old teammates, Caitlin Oriole, just absolutely. She gripped my arm, ripped it back, cut me. And I was like, oh, my gosh. Like, I didn't know you could do that around here. And so that was kind of like my practice coming to. Yeah, I'll never forget that. But just. Just honestly, we had an exhibition game before, like, our first home opener, and it was obviously just getting the rust off. And I was like, okay, like, I'm getting a sense for the speed and the physicality. And then that was kind of. I was lucky that it was kind of closed doors to kind of get that rust off. But after that, I was like, oh, yeah, I'm ready to play. And then we had our home opener, and it was a great game against Wake Forest and we won. So I was like, all right, season's rolling. Like, let's just keep doing this.
[00:26:31] Speaker B: Did you have a player maybe in your freshman year, like, that was like, oh, this. This player is given. I don't know if you. The works or, like, giving your team the works or, like, toughest player that you like. Maybe you saw them on TV and you're like, this is different in person.
[00:26:45] Speaker A: Yeah, Can I say the whole Yukon team, like, like all of them. I mean Paige amazing. Like playing against her is crazy. Az crazy. Sarah crazy. Like they, we always joke around like, and people say it like they start like this and they just as the season goes on and we played against them in February. Oh my gosh.
[00:27:09] Speaker B: Oh, that's a tough time.
[00:27:10] Speaker A: We played them here and then like two weeks later we went to them and played them. And they're good. They are a very good team. I think the whole world knows that. And obviously they don't have Paige anymore, but they've gained, they've got brought on some transfers and their freshmen are really good. And so it's going to be fun playing against them again this year. And I mean even getting to play against Gino and just his coaching philosophy and all of that, it's like you don't, like you don't know what it feels like until you are on that court.
[00:27:40] Speaker B: Yeah. Season wraps up from your freshman year. What's the mindset? What's something that you're maybe like. I'm trying to hone in on this aspect to bring to my, to my sophomore year. What did it look like? Season ends. Just walk me through. Like I'm guessing you're still finishing school and stuff like that. But what, what does it look like after season wraps up?
[00:27:59] Speaker A: Season ends, we take two weeks off, no practice, nothing. Just take that time to mentally.
[00:28:06] Speaker B: I'm going to Cabo if I'm you.
[00:28:08] Speaker A: Oh, I wish I could, man. Oh my gosh.
[00:28:11] Speaker B: Exams.
[00:28:11] Speaker A: School here, school here is actually tough. So I had to lock in a little bit, get the school done. But yeah, we take two weeks off and then we kind of just do some individuals, some small group workouts, whatever.
But yeah, the coaches do a really good job at letting us have like our personal time after. And then after that, the conversation with my coaches. You're not a secret anymore. Like these teams, you've played against them, you're gonna play against them next year and there's film on you now. Like you're, you can't just expect to be able to do the same thing next year. And so one thing that has. I've really been trying to focus on is just getting stronger. I mean I'm pretty small compared to a lot of girls, but I want to be able to hold my own no matter who I'm guarding and then just broadening my game. I mean I've always had a really good pull up since high school. But you know, coming into college it was kind of tough for me to find my spots and get, find that rhythm. So this year just kind of trying to become a three level scorer again has been a big focus and obviously being a point guard, I mean assists, feeding my teammates, it's. We have a new team this year, so just building that chemistry with the new players and so I can feed them all year too.
[00:29:15] Speaker B: What's been, you talked about it just Denise obviously telling you, like you're not no longer secret. What's the communication level like with her and what, what's that been like? Just obviously she trusts you to run the program and the ball in your hands. You're making a lot of decisions. What's that level of trust and how does she envision you just like leading this team going forward?
[00:29:35] Speaker A: Yeah, I mean we had our meeting, she sat me down and she said, this year I can coach you. Like last year she asked me if I wanted to be pushed and I was like, push me, do it. And she goes, if it's ever too much, tell me and we'll, we'll stop. And so every day in practice I have a practice player up my shorts or a teammate up my shorts. It's never easy for me anymore. And so it's just made me into a better player and a better decision maker because she says, she goes, you're 80% of the players you're playing against, you're naturally more skilled than them, but 20% of them you're not. And so we're going to help build that up. So now you're better than everyone. And I was like, sounds good to me. So yeah, just making it tough for me, putting me in tough situations, mentally, physically, everything, just so when it's time to play, I've experienced it all and I kind of have some familiarity with it.
[00:30:24] Speaker B: FIBA U19 this summer, what was that whole experience? You guys were in Czech Republic, but I think you guys were traveling elsewhere. And what's the best food spot in the Czech. Is there, is there much?
[00:30:35] Speaker A: Honestly, we, we only got out to like this one pizza joint and it was good.
It was really good. Other than that, we kind of just ate in our hotel. But yeah, yeah, that was a really cool experience. That whole tournament. It was probably out of my four years playing with Canada, the toughest tournament I've played in. And obviously we didn't. The result wasn't what we wanted and so that sucked too. But it was a tough tournament. But honestly, I think it made me more excited for this upcoming year of college because I'm like, I Never want to.
Like, the game was out of my control ever again.
[00:31:09] Speaker B: Yeah, tell me about that. What was so tough and people don't realize just like you guys were. I think, like, I obviously, I had a lot of expectations for that team, and I think a lot of people did, too. And.
But FIBA style. So, like, it's so different. You're not gonna get the same calls that you do in college basketball. I see you'd be like, I don't know what the restaurant, but like, tell me what. What was. What was different? And obviously like a sour taste from. From that fiber U19. But I'm guessing that's going to help you guys too. Just like, preparing next time you suit up for Canada college season. Tell me about what was tough from. From the summer and what were the refs on?
[00:31:48] Speaker A: Oh, my gosh. I mean, the refs were. I. Not to be a hater, but they were not very good.
I. Even in our last game against Spain, I was literally sat on and they called like, a jump ball or a travel. And I stood up at the ref and I yelled at him, and I was like, what is this? And he was like, watch it. And I said, give me a tech. Give me a tech. No, Give it to me. And Avery Howell literally had to pull me away. She was like, jazz Joe. Then Marlo subbed me off. I kind of settled back down, but I was like, this is crazy. Like, it's. It's so different. And people. A lot of people don't realize that. I mean, I'm dribbling with my right hand and the girl's hand is holding me, and I'm like, you're allowed to do this. So, yeah, that part's definitely an adjustment.
But, yeah, I mean, a lot of people, it was very known, like, our team had really high expectations, obviously with the players we had and the opportunity we were given. And then with Marlo, a great coach and everything. And so we worked and we worked and we worked, and we honestly gelled together well as a team. But I honestly think there was another level we had to get to. And so we kind of just didn't reach it in time, which sucked. And we acknowledged that after. And we were like, now in our next coming years, whether some of us are with the senior team or we were also young. Like, we had a lot of younger players. So some of you guys that are going to get to play here in this U18 game or U19 again and experience it now, you know what you don't want it to feel like. And so, yeah, it was. It was rough. We worked really hard, but obviously the result wasn't the best, but it was a good learning experience. I think this young in my life, I'm okay with it happening now rather than it happening later.
[00:33:25] Speaker B: Didn't play Global Jam. I'll be honest, that crushed me.
I was excited to see you, Sila Savvy. I know Savvy's been dealing with injuries, but how exhausting was this summer? Tell me about the decision not to play. And I'm guessing you guys were just like the female U19, the travel you guys were doing, I'm guessing it was a toll, right?
[00:33:45] Speaker A: Oh, yeah. It was a lot like. Like you said before we were even in Czech Republic, we were in Portugal for a week playing exhibition games, and I actually ended up hurting my foot. And so I was. I was in a boot for like a week and a bit before our tournament started. And then I played on my hurt foot, which wasn't overly, like, injured, but it wasn't good. And so the decision was made by me, my Villanova coaches and Team Canada understood, like, Global Jam, although it would have been really cool, probably would have set me back a while with my foot and, yeah, traveling, I'm tired out everything like that. And so just giving myself time to recover before the Villanova season was my top priority.
[00:34:28] Speaker B: Yeah. Are you eyeing 2028 Olympics la, is that something that's like, in the back of your mind? And the. The talent, obviously, they just wrapped up a game against Mexico. I don't want to read a stat line because it'll be very. It'll be. It'll be embarrassing for what happened to Mexico. But woman, seems like obviously you add Aaliyah Edwards, those players, that makes you add you guys in college basketball. Are you eyeing LA 2028 and how much of that would be a dream for you?
[00:34:58] Speaker A: I mean, the Olympics has always been one of my dreams, one of my goals, and it's probably at the top of the list. And so, yeah, I'm eyeing it hard.
The team, whoever's on that team right now, they've got a great core and who they just played with. And then in the couple years, all of us being done school right at that time, I mean, that'd be a crazy team. And so, yeah, like, if I could play on that team, my dreams would come true. That's honestly my goal.
[00:35:24] Speaker B: Coming up, what's been the culture at Villanova, like, when you got there? And maybe your favorite things just about the program and what's stood out to you just. About Villanova, and they come back, you play in your hometown. Tell me just about that. And when did you first hear about coming back to play in Toronto? Because I feel like now the programs go, hey, Jasmine, they're going all out for you.
The transfer portal is a big thing, but to me, they're showing you that you're a priority for them. And what was it like coming back home and. And playing in that. And how'd you find out?
[00:35:58] Speaker A: Yeah, I mean, I was told. How was I told?
It was after our season last year.
Yeah. And I just. My coach just told me, and I was like, wow, like, how many people get to say that? Like, that's insane. And so I was so happy. I mean, I have so much family that can't travel or don't travel, and they just haven't been able to watch me play at this level ever. And so just being able to go back home to them and play in front of them is. I mean, it means the world to me. I had so much support out there. But the culture of Villanova is just. We say it's, we, not me, and that's everything. And so that's our constant reminder. We say that in our huddles. We, not me. But it's just. It's true. Like, we don't. Nobody's selfish here. We all want the best for each other. And like I said, that's why I like it so much, because we know that we're working hard for each other, and there's no little, like, oh, like, I need to score this much. And she know, like, this, that, like, no, it's. We want the best for each other. One day I'll have a great game. One day, my teammate will have a great game. No matter what, we're supporting each other. And so I just felt that love and that everyone's doing it for each other, like I said. And I was like, I. This is the type of people I want to surround myself by.
[00:37:14] Speaker B: What was like, going back to your old school? I know you. You had, like, a practice there. And I saw a video where it was like, I don't even remember being here. Like, it was like, what was it like getting back there and seeing, I think you said in the video, looks, it's way smaller than I am. Yeah, I was just talk about that. Yeah.
[00:37:29] Speaker A: Like, I used to think Kings was like, this big, grand gym, and then going back, I was like, dang, like, it's kind of tiny here. But no, I was.
I mean, that was amazing. And the Girls. I always try and describe, like, what the school was like to them. So even just them being able to come and see it was amazing. But, yeah, great opportunity. I am. I've always loved Kings Christian. I. I talk about it all the time. Like, those are probably some of the best years of my life going to school there.
And so just being able to bring Villanova back was a great, great almost wish of mine. And just practicing there, I was like, wow, like, this is so cute. Like, we're all on my court that I've played on since I was like, 14 years old. And so, yeah, it was amazing. We got to walk around a little bit and take a picture outside. And, you know, I saw some of the girls from the team now and the coach and just kind of feeling that little piece of home and familiarity and bringing it to my team.
[00:38:23] Speaker B: I was going to ask, did you ever consider, like, going to play high school in the States? Because, like, there's a wave of talent doing it now going over there playing.
And I always just wonder because, like, you state, same program, what was that like? And this is behind there, I'm guessing, did schools reach out and be like, hey, Jasmine, come, come, come across the state? And obviously, like, you think about it, too. It's appealing at times, too. I know Sila did it more so because her. Her pops was working with the Brooklyn Nets, but she ends up being a McDonald's, all American, all that kind of stuff. And there's.
[00:38:55] Speaker A: There's.
[00:38:55] Speaker B: And there's more exposure. Like, you talked about it not being ranked, right? I'm guessing if they saw you play on a consistent basis in the States, you're not. You're going to be ranked pretty high, you know, like, what was that balance like? And I don't know if you debated going to the states. Tell me about that.
[00:39:07] Speaker A: Yeah, I mean, a couple schools had reached out, but my king's team, the first three years, obviously, Covid, I didn't get to play grade nine, but 10 and 11 were great years, and we did amazing. And so I was like, I don't need to go anywhere.
I had already had offers. I committed in grade 11. So I was like, I don't need to go to this school and try and get more looks when I'm already committed.
But after my grade 11 year, my coach had left, and so we didn't really know what was going to go on for my last year. And so a lot of people don't know this, but I was thinking, you know, maybe it's just time to go to Crestwood because they'd always joke around and damn know if we can bring all these girls together at Crestwood. And so I was like, you know what? Like, I almost, like, I thought about it and I was like, that would be crazy.
IMG was reaching out. And so I was thinking maybe img. But then my dad was like.
Because he knows, like, I. Me and him, like, we. We butt heads a little bit sometimes. And that's because we're literally the same person. And so, like, we train. We butt heads. We this. We butt heads. And so he called me one day during school. I took the phone during, like, math class, and he was like, jazz, like, would you care if I coached Kings? Like, they offered, like, this. I was like, honestly, like, last year, I probably would have said, no, I wouldn't want you to. But, yeah, like, that'd be cool. And so, I mean, like I said, I was committed. So he came in and I was like, I don't need to leave. And then Crestwood, like, I said, like, it would have been fun, but, like, I live in Milton, and Crestwood's not so super, super close, so it would have been like a trek every day for a place that, like, I didn't really need to play there that last year. And so my dad ended up coming, and I just obviously played for him and just finished my last year at Kings. Like I said, I love the school, too, so I didn't really even want to leave the school aspect of it, all my friends and everything. And so just finishing out at Kings. But yeah, I mean, it was a thought, but it wasn't anything that was, like, too definite.
[00:41:02] Speaker B: The DeMarlo pitch. Like, what was Marlo. Was he hitting you up saying, hey, Jazz, hey? Because I'm imagining that team because they. I think they ended up winning that year, too.
Toby, I got Makir and imagine you at the point, and I'm guessing you've played with. With. With Toby before, too. And how could you. Like, I'm guessing sometimes you probably think, like, that would have been. That might have been the best Crestwood team ever, because who did I have on? I had Cheyenne Wilson on, and she was saying that our team would have wiped the Toby and a guy. But I think with you, I think with you, it's. It's an interesting conversation.
[00:41:39] Speaker A: Yeah. I mean, nah, Marlo and my dad, they're very close too, so they would always joke around and stuff, but, like, it's a joke, but at the same time, like, it's low key, serious.
He was always like, if you want to come, like, come. Like, we're not gonna say no. And so it was always in the back of my head. I mean. I mean, a God. Me and Toby would always joke around, be like, imagine, like, what. Like, what we would do. And I was like, dang. Like, that'd be really fun, because my grade tenure at Kings, like, we went 27 before we lost our last game. Like, we swept everyone. And so I was like, the chance to do that again with Crestwood, like, I do it. I do it. But when it all came down to the decision, I was like, it's just. It's not practical. It would, like, if I wanted to just go out and have some fun for my last year, then, yeah, for sure. But I was like, I'm just going to get everything figured out before I go out to school. And so Marlo didn't. He wasn't but hurt by that or nothing. He understood, and he never really even, like, pushed for it again, but I'm sure he would have been fine with it if I did go.
[00:42:39] Speaker B: Yeah, Philly, obviously, you're there. How far is Philadelphia from Villanova? It feels like it's not too far.
[00:42:45] Speaker A: No minutes.
[00:42:47] Speaker B: Have you had. I have a big question. Have you had a cheese steak out of Philly? So what's it like? I've never had one before, so. Tell me about that.
[00:42:55] Speaker A: They're really good. I mean, they're kind of just like a sandwich to me, but over here, they call them hoagies. So it's like, instead of a sub, it's called a hoagie, which is interesting, but. Nah. My school even makes them, and I'd get some here, and my teammates from Philly would be like, those aren't real. Like, you need to go into Philly and get one. And so last year, we had, like, a clinic for little girls, and then after we got them and. Oh, yeah. Nah, it's. It's really good. It is really good. And it's just simple. It's literally just like, the bread, the meat, maybe some onions, and. I don't know, man, I. I really do like them. You can't eat them too often, but. Nah, they're good.
[00:43:29] Speaker B: I. I eat poutine all the time, so I'm guessing you're missing that right now. Yeah. You're missing that over there, huh?
[00:43:35] Speaker A: So much.
[00:43:36] Speaker B: Is it weird, too? I'm guessing, like, there's stuff that you know about Canada that you talk to your teammates about. They have no clue. What was that like when they came over and it was like, telling them certain stuff maybe about Canada, that. That they're like, wait, what? This is how you guys do things over here? What was that? Like?
[00:43:51] Speaker A: It was. I mean, from the minute we landed, we got on our bus and we're driving. They're like, jazz. What's this? Jazz? What's that? I'm like, I don't even know. Like, this random store, but just a bunch of things they've never seen.
Obviously. Tim's was hyped up by me. I am an avid Tim's fan.
[00:44:05] Speaker B: What's your order, though?
[00:44:06] Speaker A: I just get a.
When I get a chicken bacon ranch wrap.
[00:44:10] Speaker B: Okay.
[00:44:11] Speaker A: Always. And then I'd always get a creamy chocolate chill. And so we all go to Tim's, and I go to get one, and she's like, oh, they were discontinued last month. And I was so sad. I was like, so now I don't even remember the last time I got to have one. Like, yeah, that really broke my heart. But everyone was just saying how much better the food tasted and everything. I was like, guys, like, yes. Like, Canada's on top in this category. And so we got the culture, and they. They love Toronto. I mean, they were all like, it's just like a little New York, and they're at Dundas Square, and they're like, this is so cool. And I was like, yeah. Like, I don't really know what to say. I've grown up around it my whole life, but it was really cool. And, you know, we got to go to Roots with all them and just all these little Canadian gems. They all got poutine. They all got aw. And so just those little things.
[00:44:55] Speaker B: Aw, though I don't know about aw. That's. Aw is the worst spot. You got to take them to, like, smokes, Poutinery. There's a spot.
[00:45:03] Speaker A: I'm like, no, no, no, no, no. They got. They got poutine.
[00:45:05] Speaker B: I don't know about that.
[00:45:06] Speaker A: They got boutique. I love a W. A W. Poutine, like, isn't real to me.
[00:45:12] Speaker B: To me, a W is like, I don't know. What spot is that?
[00:45:15] Speaker A: Melt. Which is.
[00:45:16] Speaker B: Oh, I've never heard. Is that in Toronto?
[00:45:19] Speaker A: I don't know if it's in Toronto. There's one in Milton, so I. I.
[00:45:21] Speaker B: Don'T know about that. To me, it's A W is a spot. Like, say you're out late. It's open 24, 7, 2, 3am you go to a W. It's the last resort. McDonald's is not open.
[00:45:34] Speaker A: Is crazy.
[00:45:35] Speaker B: It's the last resort for me.
[00:45:36] Speaker A: I don't do McDonald's.
[00:45:37] Speaker B: Yeah, I don't either, but I'm like a w. Complete. Like, if. If it was like the last thing on this earth, I would debate it. I would debate it. It's one of those things that's crazy.
[00:45:47] Speaker A: I love Aw.
[00:45:49] Speaker B: I don't know about that. Bellissimos, though. Bellissimos. I'm gonna put you on. It's a spot in my neighborhood, Downtown Toronto, Esplanade, St. Louis Market Area. If you're ever there. Bellissimos. Tell them Lee Ben Osman sent you. It's one of the best spots. I still need a sponsorship.
I'm reach out to them and talk to them.
[00:46:05] Speaker A: You get that? I'll get my aw.
[00:46:08] Speaker B: The nil. Nil Aw from Canada. That's gonna go crazy.
What's it. You talked about your teammates coming to Canada. You had a game here against vcu, just played recently. What can we expect from just like this team this season and what's it been like second year and obviously more. More. More pressure on you, more the ball in your hands and all that kind of stuff. And what can we expect from Villanova this year?
[00:46:34] Speaker A: Yeah, I mean, obviously the expectation of me is major, but we got some great transfers on Kylie, she came from Notre Dame, so she's bringing that experience to us.
Kelsey came from Iowa State and she's a knockdown shooter. And so we're a little different than last year. And Villanova hasn't really ever been known to have a true big. And Kylie's six four. And so just being able to utilize her is going to be really big this year. And I mean, the other teams in the Big east haven't really had to figure out how to guard Nova like that. And so we're going to be new, we're going to be different. We're pretty athletic, pretty fast. We work really, really hard. And so I just think overall this year is going to be a great one for us. As long as we lock into what we know we can do, then we're going to have an amazing season.
[00:47:14] Speaker B: Any goals for yourself? Like you talk about, you're more team oriented, but Olympics you talked about. But any personal goals that I know some. Some people write down on, like, I want. I want this. I want this award, but I know you're not that type of person, but, like, what goals do you have for yourself, the team and in general?
[00:47:32] Speaker A: Yeah, I mean, a big one for me is assists, obviously. Last year I think I was top 10 freshmen in the NCAA. In assist, I was like, in the Big East, I was, like, right behind Paige. And so I'm like, she's gone. Like, I want to take that top spot now. And so, I mean, that's a sign of a great point guard, and that's just obviously what I want to be known for. And so being able to lead my team in assists is going to be something that is a big goal for me. And then the tournament, I mean, the Villanova made it a couple years ago to the elite eight, or no, the sweet 16, and that was a big game for them against Miami, and so they got a little taste of it, and obviously that was with Maddie, and she did a great job leading them there. And so now we want to do the same thing this year.
[00:48:14] Speaker B: How much is that, like, March Madness? You. I'm guessing you watched it so much times as a kid. And is that something that like.
Like on the. On the bucket list, talking about that? And what do you think that moment would be like?
[00:48:26] Speaker A: Oh, like, I need to go. I need to go. Like, the whole season is predicated around that tournament. Like, you're playing now to make that tournament. And so, yeah, we want to go. And if we ever got the opportunity and when we do later, like, we are have to. We have to take full advantage of it. Because you've seen so many teams that have zero expectations go farther than you would ever think they would. Like, it doesn't matter what the team's name is and who's on the team. Like, if you want it, you're. You're going to do well. And so if we ever get that opportunity, I mean, we got to roll with it.
[00:48:57] Speaker B: Yeah. Any, like, underrated things about Villanova most people won't know about until you get there? And it's like, you're on campus, you're still playing for the. For the program. Most underrated thing about. About Villanova.
[00:49:09] Speaker A: The most underrated thing.
I have a. This kind of unserious, but we have a really good DJ at our games.
[00:49:16] Speaker B: Okay.
[00:49:17] Speaker A: DJ 007. He plays some bangers.
[00:49:19] Speaker B: Yeah.
[00:49:20] Speaker A: Reggae in the warm ups.
None of my teammates know about that. And I'm like, culture Summer Lee, one of my best friends plays on DePaul from Crestwood Kings, whatever. And she even told me, like, they came and played us, and she's like. Like, we were all saying how good the music was. And so he's getting us in that right. Headspace before the game. He's getting us ready, energized, and our Pavilion is beautiful. And just the energy in there. I mean, it's the perfect size. It's not massive, but it's not small. And so the fans are just right on you. And the energy is just. It's electric in there. Yeah.
[00:49:54] Speaker B: Yeah. Before I let you go, I've had a few college players on recently, and I've always asked them to give me their starting five. Of college players. Give me your. If you had to build a roster right now.
[00:50:06] Speaker A: Okay.
[00:50:06] Speaker B: Of five college players, obviously, we're going to put you at the point.
[00:50:10] Speaker A: Okay.
[00:50:11] Speaker B: Give me the rest of the roster.
[00:50:13] Speaker A: Okay. I'm gonna put me at point.
Honestly, this might be crazy, but I think this would be the best starting five. Me at point, Psy, Delaney, Toby. And then we're just gonna toss in, like, Sarah Strong so, like, she could come play with us.
[00:50:30] Speaker B: Yeah.
[00:50:31] Speaker A: Yeah. Okay. Okay. Okay.
[00:50:32] Speaker B: Go. Oh, Sarah Strong would be. That'd be a different. Like what she did at UConn last. Last.
[00:50:38] Speaker A: Don't even talk about it, man.
[00:50:40] Speaker B: I'll give you flashbacks. My bad.
But, yeah, she's a phenomenal player. Did you play against her at Hoop Summit too? Or was she. Was she on a wrestler or was that a year after.
That was her first year, actually. Sorry.
[00:50:50] Speaker A: Yeah, I think she was on the team.
[00:50:52] Speaker B: Yeah.
[00:50:52] Speaker A: Yeah, she did. Yeah, she was. Yeah.
[00:50:54] Speaker B: I'm sorry, I'm giving you too many flash. I'll give you some flashbacks.
[00:50:57] Speaker A: I'm giving you.
[00:50:58] Speaker B: I'll give you. You call flashbacks. But, yeah, that. That team. You guys think you.
[00:51:02] Speaker A: You.
[00:51:03] Speaker B: You wiped the white flooring and said everybody.
[00:51:06] Speaker A: Yeah, I think we'd be crazy, man.
[00:51:08] Speaker B: Jasmine, I can't thank you enough for. For coming on the podcast. Joining. Any last thoughts on. Well, people should be looking out for you and stuff that you're doing and feeling over the season.
[00:51:20] Speaker A: Just continue to support. It means a lot. We see it all, we hear it all, we feel it on. So, I mean, anyone that's supporting us, we appreciate it and we're looking to have a good year.
[00:51:30] Speaker B: I need that number 11 jersey. I'll be honest with you.
[00:51:33] Speaker A: Okay.
[00:51:33] Speaker B: I need that.
I need a. I don't know what the NL is saying, but, like, what you guys have got over there. I need to come out to a game. It's kind of hard from Toronto, but we'll make it work. Maybe.
[00:51:43] Speaker A: You let me know. I got you a ticket. Anytime.
[00:51:45] Speaker B: Say less. I'm gonna hit you up. We'll set it up.
Jasmine Bosco, Villanova's finest. Canada's rising star. Can't thank you enough again for coming to the podcast and the player we're going to hear a lot about with Canada basketball, Denshu Olympics, LA 2028 and college basketball. I'm excited just to see what you guys do. Villanova. I'll be watching a lot of games this season. And yeah, again, thank you again. Jasmine. This has been the Canadian Basketball show your go to spot for the latest news stories and analysis on Canadian Baske. I'll be hosting the Ben Osman with Jasmine. We out.
