Duchess Park grad carved out a spectacular five-year career with the Timberwolves capped by their CCAA national title win in 2010
When an athlete’s competitive career ends, what is left behind? How do you measure impact or evaluate legacy? There are stats, of course; numbers that reflect a game-to-game influence. There are, if you’re truly fortunate, wins and playoff successes. But, perhaps more important than anything, are the stories of those who were firsthand front-row witnesses to just what you meant to your team.
“His first year was a bit of an adjustment to the level and to university life,” said Raimbault. “He grew so much that year and really put himself in a position to impact our group the following year. His hard work paid off because he was a huge part of our group in his second season.” Raphael averaged 7.8 points 3.6 rebounds, and 1.9 assists while playing major minutes in the Timberwolves storybook season. UNBC would beat VIU 84-65 to claim the BCCAA provincial Championship and defeat the SAIT Trojans 96-63 to earn the 2010 CCAA national title. To go along with the two banners, Raphael would be named UNBC Best Defensive Player for his diligent work to defend.
Well-recognized, by then, for his defensive acumen, his coach’s appreciation for his burgeoning offensive ability would prove to be crucial to another special UNBC season. In the newly-renamed Pacific Western Athletic Association, the 2011-2012 Timberwolves would go 13-3, good for second in the conference standings. Raphael enjoyed the finest season of his career, averaging 12.2 points, good for top-20 in the league, to go along with 3.9 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game.
Heading into his senior season, the Timberwolves made the jump from the collegiate level to the Canada West conference, where they’d compete with the biggest universities in the country. Raphael would be tasked with carrying a heavy burden, leading a young roster against CIS competition.
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