River Lions Re-Sign Star Defender Moore for 2025 Season

April 16, 2025

Moore averaged 11.5 points and a team-best 5.5 rebounds in 16 games with the River Lions en route to a CEBL Championship last summer

The Niagara River Lions announced today the return of 6’6” American guard Omari Moore for the upcoming 2025 Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) season. The 24-year-old Pasadena, California native rejoins the River Lions for the 2025 season. Moore is currently playing overseas in Turkey for Darüşşafaka Lassa in the Basketbol Süper Ligi (T-BSL), where he has had an impressive season averaging 14.9 points, 5.4 assists, and 5.0 rebounds in 25 games, showcasing his continued growth and versatility on the international stage.


“Omari is a phenomenal young basketball player with an incredibly high ceiling and we are excited to have him back with us this summer” said General Manager and Head Coach Victor Raso, “He was an integral part to us winning the CEBL Championship last year, he is excellent in all phases of the game, and is a winner. Welcome back O!


Moore returns to Niagara after a standout 2024 season, during which he played a key role in helping the River Lions capture their first-ever CEBL championship. Midway through the season, Moore joined the Toronto Raptors in NBA Summer League, but quickly returned to the River Lions to finish what he started. Over 16 games, he averaged an impressive 11.6 points, 6.1 rebounds, 5.5 assists, 1.4 steals, and 1.4 blocks per game. His defensive presence was felt across the league, finishing third overall and first among guards with 20 total blocks—an average of 1.4 per game. His all-around impact earned him recognition as a CEBL Defensive Player of the Year finalist.


Prior to his professional career, Moore played four seasons at San José State University, averaging 11.1 points, 3.7 assists, and 4.4 rebounds in 116 games. Moore scored 1312 points over his time with the Spartans earning his place as the 4th highest scorer in San Jose State history. During his senior year, he averaged 17.4 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 3.7 assists over 35 games, and made history by becoming the first player in program history to be named Mountain West Player of the Year. He also earned First Team All-Mountain West honors and was selected to the NABC All-District 17 First Team.


Moore started his professional career as a member of the Milwaukee Bucks NBA Summer League team in 2023, and went on to sign with the Raptors 905 of the NBA G League, where he averaged 9.2 points, 3.8 rebounds and 3.9 assists. 


"Happy to be back with the River Lions” said Moore, “Last season was a great experience, really excited to run it back. Let's go win again!"

The Niagara River Lions are one of the original six teams of the CEBL and the league's reigning champions. Playing out of Meridian Centre in downtown St. Catharines, the River Lions represent the twelve municipalities of the Niagara Region while living up to the River Lions moniker of pride and strength of community. Visit www.riverlions.ca/tickets for more information.



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Sea Bears Sign Canadian Guard Walker

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The Winnipeg Sea Bears today announce the signing of Canadian guard David Walker. Walker most recently appeared for the Ottawa BlackJacks in the 2025 Canadian Elite Basketball League season, where on Aug. 16 2025, in a playoff game, he had a standout performance, scoring 19 points, grabbing 4 rebounds, and recording 3 steals in 25 minutes. Prior to his time in Ottawa, he suited up for the Scarborough Shooting Stars in 2025. Walker was also recognized as a finalist for the 2024 CEBL Developmental Player of the Year award. In addition, Walker was a finalist for the 2023 U SPORTS Player of the Year award, recognizing his outstanding performance at the university level and cementing his reputation as one of Canada’s top basketball talents. Over his CEBL career, playing for Brampton Honey Badgers, Scarborough Shooting Stars, and Ottawa BlackJacks, Walker has averaged 8.6 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 0.8 assists per game. “David fits the identity we’re building. He’s a tough, physical Canadian guard with league experience who strengthens our Canadian depth,” said Lead Assistant Coach and Assistant General Manager Alex Campbell. “He defends with purpose, plays hard, and gets downhill offensively. We believe he has tremendous upside, and I think Sea Bears Nation is going to appreciate the way he competes and works every single day.” Walker was originally selected 22nd overall in the 2024 CEBL Draft and began his professional career with the Brampton Honey Badgers, where he averaged 7.3 points and 2.8 rebounds in 16 games during the 2024 season. Before turning professional, Walker starred at Toronto Metropolitan University, averaging 16.5 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 3.5 assists during the 2023–24 season. “I’m grateful for the opportunity to join the Sea Bears,” said Walker. “Winnipeg has built something special, and I’m coming in ready to bring toughness, versatility, and a winning mindset every time I step on the floor.” ###

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The Vancouver Bandits, BC’s professional basketball team in the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL), are committed to making a positive impact through basketball and growing the game across British Columbia, and this dedication was highlighted this past week in Kelowna and the Okanagan area. Coming off the recent announcement of Kelowna HOOPFEST, a brand-new basketball festival featuring a CEBL neutral-site home game in partnership with the City of Kelowna, Bandits head coach Kyle Julius spent time at five Okanagan-area secondary schools and both of Kelowna’s post-secondary men’s basketball teams, as part of the Vancouver Bandits third-annual Bandits School Tour. Julius and Bandits staff visited Mount Boucherie Secondary School, Immaculata Regional High School, Okanagan Mission Secondary, Rutland Secondary School and Kelowna Secondary, as well as the men’s basketball teams at UBC Okanagan and Okanagan College, providing dedicated and tailored practices along with motivational talks and training materials. Launched in 2023, the Bandits School Tour is supported by the Bandits Community Foundation, Preston Chevrolet and Envision Financial and offers a unique opportunity for student-athletes and volunteer coaches to learn directly from BC’s only professional basketball coach. “What stood out most during our visit was the impact basketball can have when it is rooted in mentorship and connection; it is clear how vibrant the basketball and business ecosystem is in the Okanagan,” said Bandits team president Dylan Kular. “We are thankful to the Okanagan and Kelowna communities for welcoming us so openly, and this is only the beginning. We are committed to being present and intentional in the lead-up to Kelowna HOOPFEST from June 5th to 7th.” In addition to the Bandits School Tour, Julius and members of Bandits staff had the opportunity to connect with various Okanagan business, media and community leaders, including attending the 51st annual Western Canada Tournament at Kelowna Secondary and a Kelowna Rockets hockey game. ###

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