Players
Matt Morgan
All-EuroCup First Team Selection
2024 British Basketball League MVP
Cornell All-Time Scoring Leader
"Coach JB helped me through so many different times throughout my career. Whether it was my rookie year taking the time to watch film with me and getting in extra work after practices. Helping me get adjusted to life as a professional athlete. To my second year when I thought I should’ve been playing more and he kept telling me to stay ready. Keeping my confidence high and continuing to push me off the court to be ready. When my opportunity came later that season I was beyond ready and took full advantage.
If you know JB you know X’s and O’s he’s one of the best. He puts the time into watching film and being prepared. But for me it was the things he did off the court that impacted me the most. Whether it was conversations before and after practice, or it was a text message to keep my spirits high or encouraging me to keep getting better and pushing myself to be the best. A big reason I’m where I am today is because of what JB did for me my first two years!"
Ellen Ougrinov
2023-24 Ontario University All-Star
University of Toronto
"JB is the kind of coach who truly cares about his players, consistently going above and beyond to support their development both on and off the court.
This past year, he seamlessly adapted to an environment of women’s basketball players, quickly building trust and creating a positive environment where all players felt valued. JB has an ability to identify the specific skills I needed to work on and incorporate them into our workouts. He created sessions that were not only fun but also highly competitive, pushing me to grow and improve with every gym session.
His dedication, approachability, and ability to inspire players make him an exceptional coach and person."
Jordan Loyd
2019 NBA Champion
2019 All-NBA G-League First Team
2x LNB Pro A Champion
LNB Pro A Finals MVP
"Coach John Bennett is not only a superb basketball mind but is someone who left an awesome impression on me and the entire Toronto Raptors organization. His positivity and charm was felt day in and day out. It was easy and a joy to work with someone like him. From a players perspective you could see the work he put in on and off the court and always made time for whatever you needed.
He helped elevate my game personally from multiple angles. His knowledge of breaking down complex situations, offensively and defensively. Player reads, opponent tendencies, knowing how to put guys in the best situations to succeed all are just a few of many things that come to mind.
From his guidance in the film room to the court it was all first class. He’s someone that puts 1000 not 100 percent into his job and craft. He’s passionate, hungry and most importantly one of the best human beings I’ve ever met."
Coaches & Peers
Sergio Scariolo
Spanish National Team Head Coach
2022 EuroCup Champion
2019 NBA Champion
Olympic Silver & Bronze Medalist
World Cup Gold Medalist
"Working with JB in the Raptors organization was very helpful for me. He helped make my transition from the international game to Toronto's organization seemless with his knowledge of the league, our organization and technological systems.
His energy and work ethic are at the level required to help team win games and any organization would be fortunate to have him on board."
Brittni Donaldson
Atlanta Hawks Assistant Coach
2019 NBA Champion
"JB is a swiss-army knife. His uniquely wide range of basketball-specific knowledge and experiences, combined with him passion to help others be at their best, make him uniquely positioned to be a huge asset to any staff."
Adrian Griffin
NBA Head & Assistant Coach
2019 NBA Champion
Seton Hall Athletics Hall of Fame Member
"I had the pleasure of working with Coach Bennett in Toronto. Immediately, I was impressed with his professionalism and high IQ for the game.
Be it player development, analytics or in-game management, JB is well versed in many aspects of the game, which makes him one of the best coaches on the rise."
Shelby Weaver
Toronto Raptors Director, Basketball Operations & Culture
2019 NBA Champion
"I worked with John at the Raptors for 7 years where we worked in lockstep to build a development system for the Raptors that incorporated every aspect of a players career.
John's ownership of the on court development system & tracking was a key part of our success, both on and off the court. He is not only a passionate coach, but more importantly, passionate about the growth and development of any player who walks onto his court."
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