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Martin Timmerman
February 11, 2019

Beyond the court

Martin Timmerman (BMath ’78) relives the moment that ignited his passion for Warriors basketball, and reveals the secret to a long and happy career.

By Claire Mastrangelo and Carlos Saavedra Office of Advancement
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From his front-row seat in the Physical Activities Complex (PAC), Martin Timmerman witnessed one of the most storied moments in the history of Warriors basketball. That experience inspired Martin to start a decades-long project that has made an impact on Waterloo student-athletes and university basketball teams across the country.

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