Hornsby Returns to Stingers for Third Season

February 12, 2025

American forward is 2nd in franchise history and 8th in league history in regular season assists

EDMONTON, AB - The Edmonton Stingers of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) announced Wednesday the re-signing of American forward Nick Hornsby. Having started for the Stingers in every game over the past two seasons, Hornsby has racked up more rebounds and assists than any other Stingers player in that span, and ranks second in scoring.

“I’m happy to be back,” said Hornsby. “My family and I have always loved our time in Edmonton and we’re happy to be welcomed back. I can’t wait to get started again and win some more games this year.”

Last season, the 6’7” forward averaged 11.6 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 7.7 rebounds per game. Across the league, he ranked 6th in total assists and 9th in total rebounds, the only player in the league to be top 10 in both categories. Alongside a near triple double with 11 points, 10 assists, and 9 rebounds on June 2nd vs Saskatchewan he notched a double-double with 16 points and 12 boards on June 16th vs Winnipeg. He eclipsed 9 rebounds on eight occasions, and surpassed 8 assists three times.

Hornsby made his presence early on in Edmonton, putting up a career high 22 points in only his third game with the Stingers in 2023, the first of his 28 double-digit scoring efforts over the next two seasons.

"Nick is a tremendous player and an even better teammate,” said Head Coach and General Manager Jordan Baker. “He has clearly been embraced by the Edmonton basketball community and we are very excited to have him back in 2025. His versatility, selflessness, and energy are what make him such an impactful player in the CEBL."

The long-time pro competed for Dorados de Chihuahua of the Mexican LNBP league after the 2024 CEBL season, averaging 6.8 points and 4.7 rebounds in 11 games for the club. It was his most recent of his eight professional seasons, having played five seasons in the German ProA and ProB leagues and two in the Israel Basketball Premier League.

Prior to turning professional, the Irvine, CA native played four seasons for Sacramento State, tallying 659 NCAA Division I points in 89 games. He graduated from the program ranked third in all-time rebounds.

Hornsby and the Stingers will return to the Edmonton EXPO Centre on May 11th to host the Calgary Surge in their home opener. Tickets are available for as low as $20 per seat and can be purchased online or by contacting the Stingers head office via email ([email protected]) or phone (1-87STINGERS).

About the Edmonton Stingers

The Edmonton Stingers play a 24-game season from May to August in the Canadian Elite Basketball League, the top professional league in Canada with 10 teams in major markets from coast to coast. The Stingers joined the league in its inaugural season in 2019 and have twice been crowned CEBL Champions. The Stingers play in the 4,000 seat Edmonton Expo Centre. Our core value as an organization is to offer affordable, family-friendly fun at our games and be a positive force in our community all year long.

About the CEBL

A league created by Canadians for Canadians with a mission to develop Canadian players, coaches, sports executives, and referees, the CEBL boasts the highest percentage of Canadian players of any pro league in the country with 75% of its rosters being Canadian and a record 12 players with NBA experience in 2024. Players also bring experience from the NBA G League, top international pro leagues, the Canadian National team program, NCAA programs, as well as U SPORTS and CCAA. More than 20 players have signed NBA contracts following a CEBL season, and numerous CEBL players attend NBA G League training camps every year. The CEBL season runs from May through August with games broadcast live on CEBL+ powered by BetVictor, TSN, TSN+, RDS, Game+, Next Level Sports & Entertainment and Courtside1891. More information about the CEBL is available at CEBL.ca and @cebleague on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, LinkedIn, Facebook and YouTube.

Media Contact

Alex Jap

Vice President, Business Operations

The Edmonton Stingers

780-266-2774

[email protected]

www.thestingers.ca

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