Le Premier Match de Basketball Professionnel dans les Territoires Aura Lieu la Fin de Semaine de la Fête du Canada à Whitehorse, au Yukon

The Montréal Alliance announced today the signing of American guard Davion Warren for the 2026 Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) season.  Warren joins the Alliance after building an impressive professional résumé across several international leagues and the NBA G League. The Buffalo, New York native has competed professionally in Canada, China, Mexico, Mongolia, and the NBA G League since beginning his professional career in 2022. Across his professional career, Warren has averaged 15.6 points, 4.7 rebounds, 3.3 assists, and 1.8 steals per game while establishing himself as a productive two-way guard. Most recently, Warren began the 2026 CEBL season with the Winnipeg Sea Bears, averaging 11.5 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 1.8 assists through his first six games. Prior to returning to the CEBL, he enjoyed a standout season with the BHC Knights in Mongolia, averaging 26.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, 5.9 assists, and 4.2 steals per game while earning recognition as the league’s Best International Player. Before beginning his professional career, Warren starred at Hampton University and Texas Tech University. He finished his collegiate career with 1,944 points and earned Big South Player of the Year honors in 2020-21 after averaging 21.2 points, 6.3 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and 2.1 steals per game at Hampton. He later helped Texas Tech reach the Big 12 Tournament Championship Game and advance to the NCAA Tournament during his senior season. “Davion is a player who has consistently produced at every level he has played,” said Joel Anthony, General Manager and Co-Owner of the Montréal Alliance. “He brings valuable professional experience that will strengthen our roster as we continue through the season.” Warren’s addition provides the Alliance with another experienced perimeter player capable of contributing as both a scorer and playmaker. The Alliance returns to Verdun Auditorium on Sunday, June 7, at 4:00 p.m. to host the Edmonton Stingers for its Future Stars theme game. Kids' tickets are available for just $10 with the purchase of an adult ticket. ###

L’Alliance de Montréal a annoncé aujourd’hui la signature de l’arrière américain Anthony Nelson pour la saison 2026 de la Ligue élite canadienne de basketball (LECB). Originaire de Harlem, dans l’État de New York, Nelson se joint à l’Alliance après avoir connu du succès dans la NCAA et sur la scène professionnelle internationale. Il a disputé 137 matchs en Division I avec Seton Hall et Manhattan, où il a inscrit 1 162 points et distribué 386 passes décisives en carrière. Lors de sa dernière saison universitaire en 2022-23, Nelson a été nommé sur la première équipe d’étoiles de la MAAC après avoir maintenu des moyennes de 15,1 points, 4,7 passes décisives, 3,7 rebonds et 1,9 interception par match avec Manhattan. Il a également franchi le cap des 1 000 points en carrière universitaire. Depuis le début de sa carrière professionnelle, Nelson a évolué en Angola, en Mongolie et au Mexique. Plus récemment, il a affiché des moyennes de 15,0 points, 4,6 passes décisives et 1,6 interception en 18 matchs avec les Venados de Mazatlán dans la ligue professionnelle mexicaine CIBACOPA. Il a également enregistré des moyennes de 17,7 points et 5,3 passes décisives par rencontre lors d’un passage en Mongolie. « Je suis reconnaissant de l’occasion de me joindre à l’Alliance », a déclaré Nelson. « J’ai entendu d’excellents commentaires sur l’organisation, la ville et les partisans. J’ai hâte d’arriver à Montréal et d’aider l’équipe à atteindre ses objectifs cette saison. » L’arrivée de Nelson procure à l’Alliance un arrière polyvalent capable de contribuer autant comme marqueur que comme créateur de jeu. L’Alliance sera de retour à l’Auditorium de Verdun le vendredi 5 juin à 19 h 30 pour affronter les Sea Bears de Winnipeg dans le cadre de la Soirée étudiante. Montréal accueillera ensuite les Stingers d’Edmonton le dimanche 7 juin à 16 h à l’occasion du match thématique Future Stars. ###

The Montreal Alliance announced today the signing of American guard Anthony Nelson for the 2026 Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) season. Nelson joins the Alliance after building an impressive résumé at both the NCAA Division I and professional levels. The Harlem, New York native appeared in 137 NCAA Division I games at Seton Hall and Manhattan, recording 1,162 points and 386 assists. In 2022-23, he earned First Team All-MAAC honors after averaging 15.1 points, 4.7 assists, 3.7 rebounds, and 1.9 steals per game for Manhattan while surpassing the 1,000-point mark for his collegiate career. Since turning professional, Nelson has competed in Angola, Mongolia, and Mexico. Most recently, he averaged 15.0 points, 4.6 assists, and 1.6 steals in 18 games with Venados de Mazatlán in Mexico’s CIBACOPA (Pacific Coast Basketball Circuit) league, serving as one of the club’s primary offensive creators. He also enjoyed a productive stint in Mongolia, where he averaged 17.7 points and 5.3 assists per contest. “I’m grateful for the opportunity to join the Alliance,” said Nelson. “I’ve heard great things about the organization, the city, and the fans. I’m excited to get to Montreal and do whatever I can to help the team reach its goals this season.” Nelson's addition strengthens the Alliance backcourt with a proven scorer and playmaker who has found success at both the NCAA Division I and professional levels. The Alliance returns to the Verdun Auditorium on Friday, June 5, at 7:30 p.m. when they host the Winnipeg Sea Bears for Student Night. Montreal will then be back on home court on Sunday, June 7, at 4:00 p.m. against the Edmonton Stingers for the organization's Future Stars theme game. ###

Plus de la moitié de la ligue a désormais disputé six matchs, ce qui signifie qu'un quart de la saison est officiellement terminé. Est-il trop tôt pour établir l’état des forces? Bien sûr. Est-ce qu’on va quand même le faire? Et comment! Les Bandits de Vancouver (5-2, différentiel de plus-56) Dans une ligue souvent marquée par le changement, les Bandits sont devenus une force constante sous la tutelle de l'entraîneur-chef Kyle Julius et d'une rotation régulière d’effectif. Cette année, c'est Jaelen House qui est dans la course pour le titre du joueur le plus utile. Il occupe la troisième place du classement des meilleurs marqueurs de la ligue avec 25,9 points par match et la première place avec 11,0 passes décisives. Tyrese Samuel, le joueur canadien de l'année actuel, domine le classement des joueurs locaux avec 20,1 points par match (minimum de trois matchs disputés). Bien sûr, Vancouver sait ce qu'est le succès en saison régulière. Le fait d'occuper la première place de ce classement ne les réconfortera pas, sachant que cette saison, c'est le championnat ou rien. Les Honey Badgers de Brampton (5-1, plus-27) Il y a deux façons de s'imposer dans la LECB : soit on est Vancouver, avec sa constance d'année en année, soit on est Brampton et on recommence à zéro. Les deux méthodes semblent fonctionner, même si les Bandits viennent de s'imposer et d'infliger aux Honey Badgers leur première défaite de la saison au CAA Centre. Pourtant, les nouveaux arrivants des Honey Badger sont nombreux dans les classements : Sean East II occupe la cinquième place au classement des meilleurs marqueurs, la deuxième pour les vols et la troisième pour les passes décisives par match ; Matthew Moncrieffe est deuxième aux rebonds ; et Cameron Tyson a réussi plus de tirs à trois points que n'importe qui d'autre. Les Shooting Stars de Scarborough (5-1, plus-10) Aucune équipe n'a disputé de matchs plus passionnants cette saison que les Shooting Stars, qui ont remporté quatre victoires consécutives dans des matchs avec des renversements de situations, avant qu'une défaite surprenante face au Mamba de Saskatoon ne mette fin à leur série d'invincibilité dimanche. Cette équipe remaniée des Shooting Stars a un peu de tout : Myles Powell est en tête du classement des meilleurs marqueurs de la ligue (28,2 points par match), Frank Mitchell est le meilleur dans les rebonds (10,6 par match) et Aamir Simms est en tête du classement interne pour le titre du joueur décisif de l'année, avec deux paniers victorieux au pointage cible en seulement quatre matchs. Les Sea Bears de Winnipeg (3-3, plus-32) Teddy Allen est de retour et fait ce que Teddy Allen sait faire : il marque 26,5 points et tente 19 tirs par match. Cela n'a toutefois pas toujours été synonyme de succès pour les Sea Bears. Par exemple, Winnipeg a dominé les River Lions, mais ils se sont également incliné face au Mamba. Il y a toutefois un atout de taille avec Xavier Moon, trois fois nommé joueur le plus utile, qui fera son retour dans la LECB cette saison avec Winnipeg. Le potentiel d'un duo d’ailiers Allen-Moon semble illimité. Nous verrons bien ce que l'avenir nous réserve cet été. Les BlackJacks d’Ottawa (4-3, plus-14) Les BlackJacks ont en quelque sorte avancé tant bien que mal cette saison, s'inclinant à deux reprises face aux Honey Badgers, qui sont en tête de série, mais s'imposant sans difficulté contre d'autres équipes comme le Surge. Matthew Cleveland s'est révélé être un excellent partenaire à l’attaque pour le meneur vedette Javonte Smart, tandis qu'Alex Fudge, quant à lui, rend les plans offensifs des adversaires difficiles. Ottawa sera mis à l’épreuve lors de ses deux prochains matchs, notamment lors de la revanche de mardi soir contre les Bandits et lors d'un autre match contre les Sea Bears. Les River Lions de Niagara (2-3, moins-25) Victor Raso, l’ancien entraîneur-chef des River Lions et l’actuel conseiller principal, a récemment déclaré qu'on ne pouvait pas remporter de titre dès le début de la saison, mais qu'on pouvait très certainement le perdre. Il faut dire que, malgré les changements d’entraîneurs et le retour attendu de Khalil Ahmad, les River Lions n'ont pas encore perdu le championnat en ce début de saison. Les doubles champions en titre semblent plus confiants que jamais, même s'ils affichent une fiche inférieure à 50 %. Les Stingers d'Edmonton (3-3, moins-8) Les Stingers, une autre équipe qui tourne autour des 50 %, ont réalisé une solide saison jusqu'à présent sous l’accompagnement de leur entraîneur-chef, Jordan Baker, malgré d'importants changements survenus pendant l'intersaison. Dain Dainja a été une révélation, mais, même pendant qu’il est parti pour des entraînements pour la NBA, Edmonton a su trouver de bons remplaçants avec les vétérans Scottie Lindsey et Isaih Moore. Le Mamba de Saskatoon (2-4, moins-54) Si nous avions établi ce classement la semaine dernière, le Mamba aurait facilement occupé la dernière place après quatre défaites consécutives en début de saison, dont trois avec plus de dix points d'écart. Cependant, la nouvelle équipe de Saskatoon semble avoir trouvé quelque chose cette semaine, avec deux victoires consécutives contre les Sea Bears et les Shooting Stars. Le match décisif de samedi contre les Bandits devrait constituer un excellent test pour évaluer ce nouveau succès. L’Alliance de Montréal (2-4, moins-10) Allant dans une direction opposée, l'Alliance a enchaîné trois défaites consécutives après avoir remporté deux de ses trois premiers matchs en début de saison. Il n'en reste pas moins que le top de l'effectif est très prometteur, avec notamment deux anciens joueurs des Raptors, Javon Freeman-Liberty et Quincy Guerrier. Freeman-Liberty, en particulier, s'est très vite adapté à la LECB dès sa première saison, se plaçant en tête de l'équipe tant au niveau des points marqués que des passes décisives. Le Surge de Calgary (0-5, moins-42) Seule équipe à afficher un zéro d’un des deux côtés, le Surge cherche toujours sa première victoire de la saison. La tâche s'annonce difficile cette semaine avec deux matchs à l'extérieur sur la côte Est contre les River Lions et les Shooting Stars. Pourtant, les champions en titre de la Conférence de l’Ouest se sont montrés plus compétitifs lors des deux derniers matchs depuis que la vedette canadienne Rugzy Miller-Moore a rejoint l'équipe. Sa complicité en zone arrière avec Evan Gilyard semble avoir repris là où elle s'était arrêtée. Si l'on estime qu'il est sans doute trop tôt pour établir ce classement, le Surge pourrait bien en être la preuve par excellence. Horaire hebdomadaire (huit matchs) Match #30 – le mercredi 3 juin – CGY à NRL – 19 h (HE) / 17 h (HR) – Meridian Centre (CBC Gem, YouTube, CEBL+) Match #31 –le mercredi 3 juin – EDM à BHB – 19 h 30 (HE) / 17 h 30 (HR) – Centre CAA (CBC Gem, YouTube, CEBL+) Match #32 – le jeudi 4 juin – WPG à OTT – 19 h 30 (HE) / 18 h 30 (HAC) – L’aréna de la Place TD (CBC Gem, YouTube, CEBL+) Match #33 – le vendredi 5 juin – BHB à NRL – 19 h (HE) – Meridian Centre (CBC Gem, YouTube, CEBL+) Match #34 –le vendredi 5 juin – WPG à MTL – 19 h 30 (HE) / 18 h 30 (HAC) – l’Auditorium de Verdun (CBC Gem, YouTube, CEBL+) Match #35 – le samedi 6 juin – CGY à SSS – 19 h (HE) / 17 h (HR) – Centre sportif panaméricain de Toronto (CBC Gem, YouTube, CEBL+) Match #36 – le samedi 6 juin – SSK à VAN – 18 h (HP) / 19 h (HNC) / 21 h (HE) – Prospera Place (CBC Gem, YouTube, CEBL+) Match #37 – le dimanche 7 juin – EDM à MTL – 16 h (HE) / 14 h (HR) – l’Auditorium de Verdun (CBC Gem, YouTube, RDS, CEBL+) Pour consulter le calendrier complet de la LECB 2026, rendez-vous sur cebl.ca/games .

Over half of the league has now played six games, marking one quarter of the schedule officially in the books. Is it too early for power rankings? Sure. Are we going to do them anyway? You bet. Vancouver Bandits (5-2, plus-56 point differential) In a league often defined by change, the Bandits have become a consistent force under the tutelage of head coach Kyle Julius and a rotating cast of players. This year, it’s Jaelen House making a bid for MVP, sitting fourth in league scoring with 25.9 points per game and first with 11.0 assists. Reigning Canadian of the Year Tyrese Samuel paces all homegrown players with 20.1 points per game (minimum three games). Of course, Vancouver knows all about regular-season success. Sitting first in these power rankings won’t make them feel any better when they know this season is championship or bust. Brampton Honey Badgers (5-1, plus-27) There are two ways to win in the CEBL: you’re either Vancouver, with its year-over-year consistency, or you’re Brampton and you’re blowing it all up. Both, apparently, work — although the Bandits did just walk into the CAA Centre and hand the Honey Badgers their first loss of the season. Still, Honey Badger newcomers are littered across leaderboards: Sean East II is fifth in scoring, second in steals and third in assists per game; Matthew Moncrieffe sits second in rebounding; and Cameron Tyson has made more three-pointers than anyone. Scarborough Shooting Stars (5-1, plus-10) No team has played more exciting games this season than the Shooting Stars, who won four straight come-from-behind thrillers before a shocking defeat against the Saskatoon Mamba ended their undefeated run on Sunday. This revamped Shooting Stars squad has a little bit of everything: Myles Powell leads the league in scoring (28.2 points per game), Frank Mitchell is the rebounding leader (10.6 per game) and Aamir Simms is the leader in the clubhouse as Clutch Player of the Year with two Target Score winners in just four games. Winnipeg Sea Bears (3-3, plus-32) Teddy Allen is back doing Teddy Allen things, scoring 26.5 points and hoisting 19 shots per contest. It hasn’t always led to Sea Bears success, though, with Winnipeg having crushed the River Lions but also losing to the Mamba, for example. There is, however, an ace in the hole in the form of three-time MVP Xavier Moon, who will be making his CEBL return this season with Winnipeg. The ceiling of an Allen-Moon backcourt feels unlimited. We’ll find out what reality holds at some point this summer. Ottawa BlackJacks (4-3, plus-14) The BlackJacks have sort of just chugged along this season, losing to the top-seeded Honey Badgers twice but taking care of business against teams like the Surge. Matthew Cleveland has provided a nice frontcourt partner for star guard Javonte Smart, and Alex Fudge is, well, fudging up opponents’ offensive game plans. Ottawa faces big tests over its next couple games, including a rematch of Tuesday night against the Bandits and one against the Sea Bears. Niagara River Lions (2-3, minus-25) Former River Lions head coach and current senior advisor Victor Raso recently said you can’t win championships early in the season, but you certainly can lose them. Well, the River Lions haven’t lost the championship in these early days despite inserting a new head coach in Kimbal Mackenzie and continuing to wait on the return of star guard Khalil Ahmad. The two-time defending champions appear confident as ever despite sitting under .500. Edmonton Stingers (3-3, minus-8) Another team hovering around .500, the Stingers have enjoyed a solid season to date under head coach Jordan Baker despite immense off-season change. Dain Dainja was a revelation, but even while he’s gone for NBA workouts, Edmonton brought in some apt replacements in veterans Scottie Lindsey and Isaih Moore. Edmonton also dealt Vancouver its first loss this season, which should give it the confidence that it can compete with anyone. Saskatoon Mamba (2-4, minus-54) Had we done this list last week, the Mamba would have been an easy last-place choice after four straight losses to start the season, including three by double-digits. But the new-look Saskatoon squad might have found something this week with a pair of two-point loop wins over the Sea Bears and Shooting Stars. A Saturday showdown against the Bandits should be as good a test as any for the newfound success. Montreal Alliance (2-4, minus-10) Heading in the opposite direction, the Alliance have lost three straight after winning two of three to start the season. Still, the top of the roster brings plenty of promise in the form of two former Raptors, Javon Freeman-Liberty and Quincy Guerrier. Freeman-Liberty, in particular, has taken quite quickly to the CEBL in his first season, leading the team in both points and assists. Calgary Surge (0-5, minus-42) The only remaining team with a zero on either side of the ledger, the Surge are still eyeing their first win of the season, though it won’t come easy this week with a pair of east-coast road games against the River Lions and Shooting Stars. Still, the reigning West champs have been more competitive in two games since star Canadian Rugzy Miller-Moore joined the team, and his backcourt connection with Evan Gilyard appears to have picked up right where it left off. When we say it’s likely too early for these power rankings, the Surge could prove to be Exhibit A. Weekly schedule (Eight games) Game #30 – Wednesday, June 3 – CGY at NRL – 7 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. MT – Meridian Centre (CBC Gem, YouTube, CEBL+) Game #31 – Wednesday, June 3 – EDM at BHB – 7:30 p.m. ET / 5:30 p.m. MT – CAA Centre (CBC Gem, YouTube, CEBL+) Game #32 – Thursday, June 4 – WPG at OTT – 7:30 p.m. ET / 6:30 p.m. CDT – The Arena at TD Place (CBC Gem, YouTube, CEBL+) Game #33 – Friday, June 5 – BHB at NRL – 7 p.m. ET – Meridian Centre (CBC Gem, YouTube, CEBL+) Game #34 – Friday, June 5 – WPG at MTL – 7:30 p.m. ET / 6:30 p.m. CDT – Verdun Auditorium (CBC Gem, YouTube, CEBL+) Game #35 – Saturday, June 6 – CGY at SSS – 7 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. MT – Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre (CBC Gem, YouTube, CEBL+) Game #36 – Saturday, June 6 – SSK at VAN – 6 p.m. PT / 7 p.m. CST / 9 p.m. ET – Prospera Place (CBC Gem, YouTube, CEBL+) Game #37 – Sunday, June 7 – EDM at MTL – 4 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. MT – Verdun Auditorium (CBC Gem, YouTube, RDS, CEBL+) For the full 2026 CEBL schedule, please visit cebl.ca/games .

Professional sports and live entertainment company, REAL Entertainment & Culture Inc. (REAL) announced today that its Calgary Surge and Saskatoon Mamba properties of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) will headline the inaugural Snowline Gold 2026 REAL North Classic at Takhini Arena in Whitehorse, Yukon on Friday, July 3, 2026, at 6:30pm YST (7:30pm MST; 9:30pm EST). The Canada Day Weekend event series running July 1st to July 4th is also being supported by the Government of Yukon and Air North, Yukon’s Airline, and is designed to create a historic and high-impact moment for Whitehorse, the Yukon, and the broader Canadian basketball landscape. The matchup between the 2019 CEBL Champion Saskatoon Mamba and the 2023 and 2025 Western Conference Champion Calgary Surge has been confirmed as the first regular season professional basketball game ever played in Canada’s Territories. “The Snowline Gold 2026 REAL North Classic is exactly the kind of bold, landmark moment we want to create for Canadian basketball, Canadian companies, and our incredible Canadian fans,” said Ty Mazereeuw, President & CEO of the CEBL. “Our entire league is proud to help make history alongside REAL and the Yukon community.” Over its eight-season history, the CEBL has brought five neutral-site regular season games to communities and premier venues across the country, and REAL has been the driving force behind four of them with back-to-back events in Red Deer and unforgettable stops planned for Lethbridge, Alberta and now, Whitehorse, Yukon. REAL, the CEBL, and Sport Yukon have made a landmark commitment to bring this event series to Whitehorse for the next three years. “Events like the Snowline Gold 2026 REAL North Classic show what is possible when Canadian sports and live events operators, orders of government, and commercial and non-profit stakeholders work together with a shared vision to build tourism, economic, and community-building value,” said Jason Ribeiro, Co-Chairman & President of REAL Entertainment & Culture Inc. “We love Canada in our bones and could not pass up the opportunity to bring Canada’s pro basketball league and our two teams to the North. We owe a deep debt of gratitude to the team at Sport Yukon for their assistance and guidance and to the members of our Host Committee who championed this sport tourism initiative from inception.” “Sport has a remarkable ability to connect people, strengthening communities through shared experiences and collective celebration,” said Jen Gehmair, Minister of Economic Development, Tourism and Culture. “The REAL North Classic brings together tourism, culture, sport and community pride in a way that can create lasting value for Yukoners and visitors alike.” The multi-day activation will begin with mascot appearances during the Canada Day Parade and a 3x3 basketball tournament being planned and supported by local sports organizations, coaches, and businesses at Takhini Arena on July 1st. A Coaches Clinic will follow on July 2nd. On July 3rd, the day begins with player appearances across communities and ends with the first-ever professional basketball game in the territories at Takhini Arena in the evening, featuring local artists and performers and Indigenous storytelling moments. Finally, the event series concludes with a Youth Basketball Skills Camp presented by Snowline Gold on July 4th. “Snowline Gold is proud to contribute to a first-of-its-kind professional sporting experience here in the Yukon,” said Scott Berdahl, CEO of Snowline Gold. “Sport is such an important part of our community life in the Yukon and a foundation for a strong social fabric. We are grateful for the efforts of many different groups and individuals involved in making the REAL North Classic a reality, and we’re excited for this year’s event.” The Calgary Surge and the Saskatoon Mamba (previously Saskatchewan Rattlers) split their four matchups during the 2025 regular season 2-2 in what has become an incredibly competitive Western Conference. The Snowline Gold 2026 REAL North Classic will be livestreamed nationally on CBC Gem, CBC Sports YouTube, and CEBL YouTube. “Sport Yukon is excited to see a major basketball showcase coming to Whitehorse,” said Stacy Lewis, President of Sport Yukon. “This kind of initiative supports participation, inspires young athletes, and strengthens the Yukon’s reputation as a destination for memorable sport tourism experiences.” All game tickets to this historic event include a limited-edition t-shirt and start at $38.50 plus applicable fees and taxes. Fans are encouraged to secure their seats early to ensure the best selection. For more information on all the event offerings and ticket options, visit REALNORTHCLASSIC.ca . Additional Quotes Benjamin Ryan – Chief Commercial Officer, Air North, Yukon’s Airline “At Air North, we believe some of the most meaningful community moments happen through sport. This event is about more than basketball. It's a chance to recognize the coaches, volunteers, parents, and supporters who work behind the scenes every day to create opportunities for young people across the Yukon. It's also an opportunity for current and future players to witness a professional basketball experience right here at home, inspiring them to pursue their own goals both on and off the court. We're proud to support an event that celebrates community, creates connections, and helps inspire the next generation.” Caroline Anderson- Executive Director of Tourism Industry Association of the Yukon (TIA) "As the voice of Yukon’s tourism industry, representing the hundreds of businesses that contribute to our economy through tourism, TIA Yukon is proud to support the REAL North Classic and our partnership with Sport Yukon. Events like this create new reasons for people to visit the territory, generating economic activity for local businesses while raising Yukon’s profile on a national stage. The REAL North Classic demonstrates how sport and tourism can work together to attract future visitors, events, and investment to the Yukon." REAL Entertainment & Culture Inc., the Calgary Surge & Saskatoon Mamba REAL Entertainment & Culture Inc. (REAL) is a professional sports and live entertainment company co-founded by Jason Ribeiro that owns and operates the Calgary Surge and Saskatoon Mamba Professional Basketball Clubs and REAL Studios. The Calgary Surge tipped off their inaugural season at WinSport Event Centre in May 2023, after originating as the Guelph Nighthawks, one of the founding members of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL). Over three seasons, the Surge have made three straight CEBL Championship Weekend appearances, were crowned Western Conference Champions in 2023 and 2025, hold the league’s single-game attendance record, and have sent over 6500 deserving kids and families to their games for free. For more information, visit calgarysurge.ca . The Saskatoon Mamba (previously Saskatchewan Rattlers) tipped off their inaugural season at SaskTel Centre in May 2019 and went on to win the inaugural Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) championship. The team has restored over 100 basketball nets across the city to make basketball more accessible to youth. REAL acquired and re-launched the franchise in February 2026. For more information, visit saskatoonmamba.ca . Both teams are active members of their communities and have participated in hundreds of events (and counting) across several cities that connect the organizations with diverse communities through sport, entertainment, and arts and culture. About the Canadian Elite Basketball League The Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) is Canada’s professional basketball league, featuring 10 member clubs across six provinces. Powered by elite talent, a fast-paced game format, and deep community connections, the CEBL delivers high-level basketball and unforgettable summer experiences for fans nationwide. The league boasts the youngest fan base in Canadian professional sport, half under age 34, and one of the fastest-growing audiences in the country, now reaching nearly 4.1 million Canadians. This momentum reflects the CEBL’s ability to deliver dynamic, thrilling gameplay while connecting deeply with a new generation of fans and expanding basketball’s cultural footprint across Canada. The CEBL is where elite performance meets homegrown talent. In 2025, 17 players with NBA experience hit the court, while nearly 70% of the league’s roster was Canadian. Running from May through August, the CEBL’s season is a showcase of top basketball talent and a summer hub for fast-paced, high-energy fan excitement. About the Government of Yukon The Government of Yukon is the territorial government responsible for delivering public programs and services, managing territorial affairs, and supporting the social, cultural and economic wellbeing of Yukoners. About Snowline Gold Snowline Gold is a Yukon-founded mineral exploration and development company advancing the Valley gold deposit on its Rogue Project in eastern Yukon. With a focus on environmental stewardship, responsible development and strong local partnerships, the company is committed to delivering long-term economic and community benefits in the North.

The Winnipeg Sea Bears today announced the club has signed forward Trevon Scott for the 2026 Canadian Elite Basketball League season. Scott (6-8, 225, University of Cincinnati; born: November 25, 1996, in Townsend, Georgia) returns to Winnipeg following a standout 2025–26 season split across three leagues. Scott suited up for the NBA G League's Long Island Nets, averaging 10.9 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1.7 assists, while also appearing with the NBA's Brooklyn Nets, averaging 8 points, 5.2 rebounds and 1.7 assists and logging time with the CEBL's Calgary Surge, where he averaged 8 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists per game. A proven contributor in Winnipeg, Scott averaged 13 points, 7.6 rebounds and 1.5 assists with the Sea Bears during the 2024-25 CEBL season while simultaneously suiting up for the Long Island Nets in the G League. Scott has established himself as one of the most versatile big men in the CEBL, with previous appearances for the Calgary Surge and a consistent ability to impact games on both ends of the floor. Over his professional career, Scott has suited up for the Brooklyn Nets, Cleveland Cavaliers, Long Island Nets, Greensboro Swarm, Osceola Magic, San Diego Clippers, Cleveland Charge, Salt Lake City Stars, and Fos Provence Basket in France's LNB Pro A. He is a four-year standout at the University of Cincinnati, where he was named AAC Defensive Player of the Year, AAC Most Improved Player and earned the league's Sportsmanship Award. "I'm excited to be back here, and to play in front of those fans. I'm amped to team up with a few of my guys I've played with before," said Scott. "When I got there last summer, me and Mike Raimbault connected with each other fast, so it's always good to play for a coach you have good chemistry with. And I can't forget about my teammate now coach Alex Campbell, the chemistry is there so it makes everything easier."

The Ottawa BlackJacks of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) announced today that the team has signed Marko Maletic for the 2026 Season. The 6 '6 forward originally from London, ON will join the BlackJacks after playing four seasons in the NCAA and most recently competing with the Keila Coolbet in the Estonian-Latvian Basketball League. In the 2025-26 season with Keila Coolbet, Maletic averaged 13 points, 3.6 rebounds and 2 assists. Throughout his college career, Maletic played at four schools and averaged 14.2 points throughout the four years. He started at Laramie County Community College in Wyoming, which plays in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). In his first season in 2020-21, Maletic averaged 12.4 points and 2.8 rebounds. Maletic then transferred to Long Island University in the NCAA for the 2022-23 season. There, he averaged 16 points and three rebounds per game. In the 2023-24 season, Maletic played at the University of Toledo, in Ohio. There, he averaged 2.3 points. In Maletic’s last college season, he played at Western Illinois University. He averaged 16.8 points and 3.5 rebounds per game. He received many accolades in his last year of college, including All-OVC Second Team, OVC Player of the Week, and three OVC new-comer of the week awards. Born March 27, 2001, the 25 year old played his high school years at Saunders Secondary School in London, ON. ### About the Ottawa BlackJacks The first expansion franchise of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL), the Ottawa BlackJacks are a professional men’s basketball team competing out of The Arena at TD Place. The club is committed to excellence on-and-off the court and aims to inspire community pride, foster grassroots development and deliver an unparalleled fan experience. For more information, visit theblackjacks.ca.

The Vancouver Bandits announced Friday that former Brooklyn Nets G League guard Dre Davis II has signed with the club for the remainder of the 2026 Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) season. Originally from Indianapolis, IN, Davis began his first professional season with the Brooklyn Nets’ NBA Summer League season before joining the club’s NBA G League affiliate, Long Island Nets, where he averaged 7.0 points and 2.5 rebounds in 37 games played. Following the conclusion of the Nets’ season, Davis signed for a brief stint with Venezuelan club Piratas de La Guaira. Davis played his collegiate basketball at Louisville and Seton Hall before finishing his senior season at Ole Miss. During his senior year in 2024-25, he appeared and started in all 34 games for the Rebels while averaging 10.1 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.1 assists per game. Davis will wear number 34 with the Bandits. ### About the Vancouver Bandits: The Vancouver Bandits are British Columbia’s professional basketball team. As the westernmost club in the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL), the Bandits offer an entertainment experience that combines a fast-paced game day atmosphere with a presentation of some of Canada’s top professional athletes within a world-class venue at Envision Financial Court at Langley Events Centre (LEC), while also being committed to growing the game of basketball by fostering meaningful community connections through youth programming, events, and partnerships.