Our Team

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    Rinosha Vijayarajan - Operations & Community Engagement

    With over 10 years of experience as an elementary school teacher, Rinosha brings a calm, caring, and highly organized presence to our team. As part of our execution and operations team, she plays a key role in making sure every detail runs smoothly—on and off the court.

    Rinosha has a deep passion for working with children and creating positive, supportive environments for them to thrive. She’s also the heart behind several community initiatives, including Giveback with a Backpack, a charitable program she helped organize to support children and families in need.

    Her background in education, combined with her dedication to service and her eye for detail, makes her an invaluable part of our program. Parents can feel confident knowing Rinosha is helping ensure a safe, welcoming, and well-run experience for every athlete in our care.

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    Tharsan Kana - Head Coach

    Coach Tharsan brings a lifelong passion for basketball to the team. He first picked up the game in Grade 5 and went on to play competitively at the elementary, high school, and university varsity levels. His journey through the sport continues today, as he remains active in multiple leagues and local competitions.

    For Coach Tharsan, basketball has always been more than a game—it’s been a source of discipline, focus, and personal growth. Now, as a coach, he’s committed to passing on those same lessons to the next generation of athletes. His coaching style emphasizes not just skill development, but also core values like commitment, leadership, discipline, routine, and sportsmanship.

    With a strong belief in using basketball as a tool for life, Coach Tharsan is passionate about helping young athletes grow both on and off the court, guiding them to reach their full potential in sport and in life.

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    Shajan Ganesh - Head Coach

    Coach Shajan is a lifelong basketball player and dedicated mentor with over a decade of experience both on and off the court. Having played the game continuously from Grade 3 through Grade 12, they served as team captain throughout high school (Grades 9 to 12) and were honored with team MVP twice.

    Their passion for basketball led them to coach and mentor youth athletes at the Recognize the Real Basketball Camp from 2008 to 2013. With a strong foundation in leadership, teamwork, and skill development, Coach Shajan is committed to helping young players build confidence and master the fundamentals.

    Their coaching approach emphasizes energy, encouragement, and steady growth in a supportive environment.

Our Team

  • Angela - Gymnastics Coach

    Angela Elizabeth Blair – Founder of Angel Athletics Inc.

    Angela Elizabeth Blair is a passionate gymnastics instructor and the founder of Angel Athletics Inc, Canada’s first mobile gymnastics company. With over a decade of experience specializing in recreational programs for children, Angela has made it her mission to bring high-quality, accessible gymnastics instruction to communities across the country.

    Through her innovative mobile program, she delivers engaging classes directly to schools, community centers, and local facilities—removing traditional barriers and making the sport more inclusive and convenient for families. Her work has introduced countless children to the joy of movement in safe, familiar environments right in their own neighborhoods.

    Angela’s teaching style is warm, energetic, and encouraging, with a strong focus on foundational skill-building, safety, and personal development. With Gymnastics being the foundation to every sport, She believes every child deserves the opportunity to grow through physical activity, and her programs are designed to meet kids where they are—supporting them as they build confidence and discover their potential.

    Beyond the mat, Angela is a passionate advocate for inclusive youth programming and continues to expand Angel Athletics Inc. with a focus on community impact, fun, and lifelong movement.

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