Board of Directors

Basketball BC Welcomes Four New Members to the Board of Directors

Basketball BC is pleased to announce the election of four new members to its Board of Directors: Brooke Briscoe, Jade Christie, Geordie Macdonald, and Jon Mara. The new Directors were voted onto the Board during the Basketball BC Annual General Meeting held on August 19, 2025.

“These individuals bring a wide range of experience, expertise, and passion for the game that will strengthen our organization and help drive the growth of basketball across British Columbia,” said Stu Graham, President of Basketball BC. “We are excited to welcome Brooke, Jade, Geordie, and Jon to the Board and look forward to the leadership and perspective they will bring.”

Basketball BC also extends its sincere appreciation to Keven Kaardal and John Boccabella for their many years of dedicated service as members of the Board of Directors. Both have made significant contributions to the development and advancement of basketball in the province.

“We are grateful to Keven and John for their leadership and commitment to our sport,” added Graham. “Their impact has been felt across our basketball community, and we thank them for their invaluable service.”

Basketball BC remains committed to supporting athletes, coaches, officials, and volunteers across the province, and is confident that the new Board members will play a key role in advancing this mission.

2025-26 Basketball BC Board of Directors

PRESIDENT

Stu Graham (White Rock)

VICE PRESIDENTS

Ken Olynyk (Kamloops)
Ross Tomlinson (Port Moody)
Breanne Watson (Vancouver)

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

Daniel Gardiner (Vancouver)

DIRECTORS

Kelsey Blair (Vancouver)
Brooke Briscoe
Kaitlyn Burke (West Kelowna)
Jade Christie
Jon Mara
Geordie Macdonald
Amy Schuetze (Victoria)

BASKETBALL BC BOARD – SEEKING DIVERSE PERSPECTIVES

THE OPPORTUNITY

Basketball BC is currently inviting applications from qualified, engaged, and experienced individuals for nomination to its volunteer Board of Directors. We are seeking strategic thinkers who are aligned with our mission, values, and purpose. Directors play a vital governance role in supporting the strategic direction of the organization and may serve a one-year or three-year term.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Basketball BC is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) at all levels of leadership. We aim to build a Board that reflects the communities we serve and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We strongly encourage expressions of interest from individuals who identify as racialized persons/people of colour, women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ individuals, and others who can contribute to the diversification of thought and lived experience on our Board.

About Basketball BC

WHO WE ARE: Basketball BC is the recognized governing body for the sport of basketball in British Columbia.

WHAT WE DO: We lead, support, and deliver programs that develop the sport at all levels, while upholding the integrity of the game and aligning with the Canadian Sport 4 Life Pathway.

HOW TO APPLY:

To express your interest, please download and complete the [Director Nomination Application Form] and submit it along with your resume to:
Email: sdheensaw@basketball.bc.ca

Application Deadline for 2026-27: TBA

DIRECTOR NOMINATIONS - APPLICATION FORM