Zoë Rhooms’ culinary journey started during her early teenage years when she discovered her brother, Aaron’s, love for sweets. Despite Aaron’s childhood aspirations of becoming Batman and then transitioning to a basketball career, Zoë’s homemade chocolate chip cookies became his ultimate guilty pleasure during high school. Over the years, with Aaron appreciating Zoë’s recipe adjustments, she has honed her skills to create the best chocolate chip cookies in the neighborhood, earning praise from her brother as a potential future Michelin-star chef.
Beyond her culinary talents, Zoë, described as the family’s glue by her mother Marcia, has played a crucial role in supporting her family through challenging times. Following the sudden passing of their father, Roland, Zoë took on adult responsibilities at a young age, allowing Aaron the freedom to focus on academics and basketball.
Aaron, a standout athlete at Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU), is poised to be named national player of the year in U Sports men’s basketball. His success has been instrumental in TMU’s rise as a contender for the national championship. Despite tempting opportunities to play professionally abroad and lucrative offers from NCAA Division I schools, Aaron has remained loyal to TMU, prioritizing his love for the game over financial gain.
With Aaron’s steadfast commitment to his university and family, this week presents a significant opportunity for him to solidify his legacy and lead TMU to its first-ever national title in men’s basketball. As he prepares to compete in the Canadian championships in Calgary, Aaron’s dedication and inspirational journey continue to be a source of pride for his family and the TMU community.
