Continuing to push forward open dialogue, and the sharing of experiences, men's basketball player Kwasi Adu-Poku and his organization, the Reach Series, are launching a basketball focused discussion later this month titled, Hoopers Talk!

Given the events relating to COVID-19 and the resulting season cancellation, athletes throughout the league have experienced a variety of emotions. Adu-Poku intends to promote a space of communal support amongst OUA basketball players, as they navigate through the trials of losing a season, studying and working from home, and focusing on their physical and mental health.

"We are used to competing on the court, but a space for us to relate off of it may prove to be a great way to help athletes foster healthy connections outside of their sport," said Adu-Poku.

Adu-Poku's current teammates, Brandon Bernard, and Tristan Lindo, will serve as moderators for the event, while former Marauder men's basketball player, David McCulloch, has been listed as a panelist.

The event is targeted towards men's basketball players in the OUA, but Adu-Poku hopes to grow it into an initiative that serves a purpose outside of just his sport.

"I know a panel like this would benefit all athletes," Adu-Poku explained, "but I would want to focus on a certain demographic to start with."
 

Event Details:

Date: Sunday, November 29th
Time: 6:30-8:00pm
Cost: FREE
RSVP Link: CLICK HERE

Panelists

David McCulloch - Enerdrink UDEA Algeciras (Spain), McMaster Men's Basketball Alumni (2015-19)
Kemel Archer - C.D.E Becedo (Spain), Laurier Golden Hawks (2017-20)
Kadre Gray - Laurentian Voayguers (2017 - current)
Omar Shiddo - Western Mustangs (2017 - current)

Moderators:

Kwasi Adu-Poku
Brandon Bernard
Tristan Lindo