Teresa Resch (President, Toronto Tempo): Building Canada's WNBA Legacy

In this episode of Mission Critical, Lance sits down with Teresa Resch (President of the Toronto Tempo) on set of her GLORY 2025 Women of the Year cover shoot. Teresa walks us through her journey—from shaping the franchise’s identity to designing a brand that captures the heartbeat of Canada's basketball community. She shares how she’s navigating challenges in launching a major-league women’s sports team, establishing community infrastructure, and building a legacy that goes far beyond basketball.

Key takeaways:

• How Teresa’s leadership is shaping the Tempo as Canada’s WNBA team, not just Toronto’s.
• The strategy and significance behind the “Tempo” name—balance, rhythm, control.
• The power of public engagement.
• Lessons in building from scratch: hiring, infrastructure, and cultivating a national fan base.
• The long game: why Teresa is focused on legacy, community, and a championship cadence.