Becky Hammon in the team huddle at the game against Chicago Sky

By Jordan Ketler May 3, 2023 26 mins read 13824 Views

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“We The North” is more than just a battle cry - it's an attitude; A drive for excellence and excellence only; Uncompromising loyalty despite adversity; And total dedication until ultimate victory.

Becky Hammon in the team huddle at the game against Chicago Sky

Frequently Asked Questions

How long have the Raptors been a team?

Toronto Raptors are an NBA NBA franchise. The Raptors joined NBA in 1995 as an expansion club, alongside the Vancouver Grizzlies. In 2001-02 the Raptors became Canada's only NBA-based team, after the Grizzlies moved to Memphis.

Toronto Raptors' home games are played at Scotiabank Arena. The Maple Leafs, a city's NHL club, also uses the arena. The Raptors have appeared in the NBA playoffs 13 times since their founding, most recently in 2021, where they lost in 6 games to the Philadelphia 76ers in the first round of the playoffs.

The Raptors were eligible for their first playoff appearance in 1999/2000. They were swept by New York Knicks their division rivals in the first round.

Fans were rare and few, and the team was not very exciting. There wasn't anything to root for, nor was there anyone who cared. But after years of mediocrity, the team decided to change its image and went out of its way to make itself more appealing to the public.

The team hired an advertising agency to help them create a national marketing strategy in 2001. Their slogan was "Hear Us Roar!"

The team was experiencing financial difficulties at the time so the slogan was used to highlight the fact that all of their games had sold out. The only thing they needed was a catchy phrase, and a great logo. This is where the creative genius of the agency shines through. They combined the popular phrase "hear our roar" with "never say die". This became the official motto of the Toronto Raptors.

What does "We The North” actually mean?

The Toronto Raptors' anthem is "We The North", also known under the name We The North Nation. It was written by Drake and Noah Shebib, a producer.

Drake composed the song while he was staying in Toronto with a friend. He completed his album Take Care with Kanye West. Drake also wrote some lyrics about his hometown during the recording process. He wanted the song to reflect all Canadians. The song is about unity. Pride. Hope.

Drake began work on the melody of We The North's single "Nice For What" when he went to London to film the video. He recorded the instrumental version in just one take.

Drake was working on the lyrics, and 40 came up the chorus. After hearing the hook, Drake thought it sounded like a great idea and asked if he would record it. Together, they came up with the final product.

The official music videos for "We The North Anthem," were released October 5, 2018. It featured Canadian singer-songwriter Shawn Mendes performing along with Drake and other musicians.

When was the Raptors' inaugural game?

The Raptors' first regular season was played at the SkyDome against the New Jersey Nets, November 3, 1995. Alvin Robertson scored his first points in franchise history. 33,306 people were there. The Raptors defeated the Nets 94-79 with contributions from Damon Stoudamire (10 points and 10 assists) and Robertson (30 pts).

Statistics

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Thomas named Raptors' GM NBA superstar to have 10% stake in the new franchise". (en.wikipedia.org)
As predicted by analysts, the team easily secured a berth in the 2001 NBA playoffs with a franchise-high 47 wins. (en.wikipedia.org)
By 2018, estimated the Raptors were worth $1.4 billion, 12th in the NBA. (en.wikipedia.org)
This improved during the 2006–07 regular season to an average of 18,258 fans (13th in the league), 92.2 percent capacity at the Air Canada Centre. (en.wikipedia.org)

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How To

Can I take my photography equipment to a Raptors Game?

You will be fine if your plan is followed. There's nothing wrong with bringing a camera to an NBA game. It is not illegal. But you do need to be aware of the risks involved.

First, think about whether you have to take photos during the match. The courtside is the best place to get great shots.

If you are serious about sports photography and want to get more photos to add to your portfolio, you should check these tips for better basketball shots.

The second thing that you should think about is the camera type you will be using. Professional-grade cameras are essential for capturing action shots and memorable moments with your friends.

Also, consider how much you're willing and able to spend on setting up your shot. You might consider buying a tripod and remote release if you plan to shoot hoops with your children.

Finally, you need to determine where to store all your gear. You can't just set up shop in the arena and expect that someone will give you a card. Either bring extra batteries, cables and SD cards, or you can find somewhere to store it while you're watching the game.

To summarize, planning ahead is key to taking great photos of sporting events. Doing so will help ensure you capture some great images you can enjoy later on.

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