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Raptors' Ujiri Joins Toronto Tempo Ownership, Launches Coaching Mentorship

5/8/2026

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Toronto Raptors president Masai Ujiri joined the ownership group of the Toronto Tempo, a new WNBA franchise led by Larry Tanenbaum.
Ujiri will work with team president Teresa Resch and general manager Monica Wright Rogers.
Ujiri launched Tempo Rising, a mentorship program for women-identifying and non-binary coaches with guidance from Wright Rogers and coach Sandy Brondello.
Ujiri said growth in women’s sports will help the Tempo resonate with Toronto fans.

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Toronto Raptors president Masai Ujiri joined the ownership group of the Toronto Tempo, a new WNBA franchise led by Larry Tanenbaum.
Ujiri will work with team president Teresa Resch and general manager Monica Wright Rogers.
Ujiri launched Tempo Rising, a mentorship program for women-identifying and non-binary coaches with guidance from Wright Rogers and coach Sandy Brondello.
Ujiri said growth in women’s sports will help the Tempo resonate with Toronto fans.