Rowan Barrett has delivered a stern challenge to the Canadian men’s basketball team ahead of its first Olympics in 24 years.

“Are we just happy to be in the party, or are we winning this thing?” Barrett told Postmedia before heading to Paris.

Barrett, the team’s general manager and chief roster builder, was the captain of the previous Canadian men’s basketball squad to reach the Games, so he’s uniquely qualified to hold court with his charges and to ask the tough questions.

"Are we just happy to be in the party, or are we winning this thing?"{ai:summary}<p>Rowan Barrett, the sharp-eyed general manager of Canada's basketball squad, is sounding the alarm as the team gears up for its first Olympic bid in nearly a quarter-century. He’s not in the mood for pleasantries—it's time to decide if they’re in it for glory or just the ride.  </p><p>With the weight of past experience on his shoulders, Barrett is challenging his players to aim higher and reach for more than mere participation. Paris awaits, and it’s not just about joining the celebration; it's about winning the dance. #sports</p>

Canadian men's basketball team not satisfied with just being back at Olympics Games

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