The Brampton Honey Badgers of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) announced Thursday that they have agreed to terms with Niagara University product Yaw Obeng-Mensah. The Toronto native is coming off a season where he averaged 10.2 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.7 assists, and 24.9 minutes in 28 games as a senior with the Purple Eagles. Obeng-Mensah will turn the page on his collegiate career this summer with the Honey Badgers after signing his first professional contract. “Yaw (Obeng-Mensah)is a young high-energy player eager for an opportunity to show and prove at the next level,” said Jermaine Anderson, general manager and vice president of basketball operations. “Our coaching staff is looking forward to helping Yaw develop on and off the court this summer.” During a five-year, 143-game collegiate career, Obeng-Mensah averaged 9.6 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.2 assists, and 21.7 minutes. Prior to transferring to Niagara University ahead of his final season of eligibility, the six-foot-seven forward played two seasons at both the University of Maryland Baltimore County and Santa Fe Community College. “I’ve always dreamed of this moment, and to sign my first professional contract so close to home is incredibly special,” said Obeng-Mensah. “I’ve heard so many great things about the organization, coaching staff, and fans, and I can’t wait to get started.” Obeng-Mensah played in 64 games with the University of Maryland Baltimore County and averaged 7.7 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 1.9 assists. During his second season with the Retrievers, Obeng-Mensah led the team with 17 blocks and 204 total rebounds. He recorded four double-doubles that season, including an 18-point and 16-rebound effort against the University of Vermont on January 28. He began his collegiate career at Santa Fe Community College, appearing in 51 games across two seasons with the Saints. The forward earned FCSA First-Team All-Conference and Mid-Florida Conference All-Academic honors in his sophomore year, while leading the team in points scored (252) and rebounding (194). Obeng-Mensah is the fourth player to sign with the Honey Badgers after recently completing their collegiate careers, joining Callum Baker, Cole Syllas, and David Walker who were all selected in the 2024 CEBL Draft earlier this month. The young but experienced Honey Badgers roster also features three returning veterans; Shamiel Stevenson, Zane Waterman, and Prince Oduro. The Brampton Honey Badgers open the 2024 campaign at home against the Niagara River Lions as part of Home Opener Weekend at the CAA Centre. Season tickets, ultimate voucher packages, and single game tickets are available now to witness the best of Canadian professional basketball this summer. For more information contact a Honey Badgers representative at tickets@honeybadgers.ca or visit www.honeybadgers.ca/tickets . ### About the Brampton Honey Badgers One of the original franchises of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL), the 2022 CEBL Champion Brampton Honey Badgers proudly call the CAA Centre home. The Brampton front office and basketball operations department bring NBA, NBA G League, national team, NCAA and major international pro league experience to the franchise. With a vision of promoting Brampton grassroots basketball and local businesses through community and corporate engagement, the Honey Badgers will leverage the explosion of basketball as a vehicle for innovation and change. For more information visit www.honeybadgers.ca . About the Canadian Elite Basketball League (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 73% of its 2023 rosters being Canadian. Players bring experience from the NBA, NBA G League, top international pro leagues, the Canadian National team program, and top NCAA programs as well as U SPORTS. Fourteen 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. More information about the CEBL is available at CEBL.ca and @cebleague on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, LinkedIn, Facebook & YouTube. Media Contact: Kyle Warrener - Sr. Coordinator, Ticket Sales and Communications Brampton Honey Badgers kwarrener@honeybadgers.ca

The Brampton Honey Badgers of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) announced Wednesday that Niagara College will be an official partner of the club beginning in 2024. The partnership will highlight the wide range of diploma, certificate, and bachelor degree programs offered at the two campuses, in addition to a focus on community involvement. “I’m thrilled to welcome Niagara College to our team as an official partner this summer,” said Chris Rodricks, senior director of business operations for the Brampton Honey Badgers. “From the first conversation, it was made abundantly clear that we had several aligned goals, specifically regarding community involvement and growth.” Together, the Honey Badgers and Niagara College will join forces this summer at a number of community events throughout the greater Brampton area to bring awareness to a variety of causes while also connecting with future Niagara College students. “Niagara College is proud to partner with the Brampton Honey Badgers,” said Ian Aikenhead, director of student recruitment at Niagara College. “As an organization, the Honey Badgers have demonstrated a commitment to excellence and a dedication to the community, which are values that align with Niagara College’s welcoming, passionate and trailblazing spirit. We look forward to an exciting partnership for the 2024 season to enhance the experience for community fans and future NC students.” The Honey Badgers open the 2024 campaign at home against the Niagara River Lions as part of Home Opener Weekend at the CAA Centre. Season tickets, ultimate voucher packages, and single game tickets are available now to witness the best of Canadian professional basketball this summer. For more information contact a Honey Badgers representative at tickets@honeybadgers.ca or visit www.honeybadgers.ca/tickets. ### About the Brampton Honey Badgers One of the original franchises of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL), the 2022 CEBL Champion Brampton Honey Badgers proudly call the CAA Centre home. The Brampton front office and basketball operations department bring NBA, NBA G League, national team, NCAA and major international pro league experience to the franchise. With a vision of promoting Brampton grassroots basketball and local businesses through community and corporate engagement, the Honey Badgers will leverage the explosion of basketball as a vehicle for innovation and change. For more information visit www.honeybadgers.ca . About the Canadian Elite Basketball League (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 73% of its 2023 rosters being Canadian. Players bring experience from the NBA, NBA G League, top international pro leagues, the Canadian National team program, and top NCAA programs as well as U SPORTS. Fourteen 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. More information about the CEBL is available at CEBL.ca and @cebleague on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, LinkedIn, Facebook & YouTube. About Niagara College With a mission to provide outstanding applied education and training for a changing world, Niagara College has grown to become a leading global college and one of Canada’s most enterprising postsecondary institutions. Currently, Niagara College has a full-time enrolment of more than 11,000 students from over 95 countries, who study in 130 diploma, certificate and bachelor degree programs at specialized campuses in Welland and Niagara-on-the-Lake. Niagara College is also involved in educational projects and partnerships around the world and is consistently ranked among Canada’s top 10 colleges for research funding. Learn more at niagaracollege.ca Media Contact: Kyle Warrener - Sr. Coordinator, Ticket Sales and Communications Brampton Honey Badgers kwarrener@honeybadgers.ca

The Brampton Honey Badgers of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) announced Friday an official partnership with Food Fight Barbecue Bar, a local restaurant serving great-tasting northern barbecue with two locations in Brampton and Mississauga. Food Fight specializes in customary slow-smoked barbecue typically found down south, but with an infusion of spices and techniques passed down from our Caribbean, Asian, and Canadian heritage. “Food Fight has a tremendous story of being a Brampton-based small business that is eager to get involved in the local community, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to have them be an official partner this season,” said Chris Rodricks, senior director of business operations for the Brampton Honey Badgers. “I personally encourage our fans to visit either of their two locations for the best barbecue that they will find in the city.” This partnership will fuel the Honey Badgers throughout the upcoming season and build on the growing relationship between the club and rising number of small businesses within the Brampton and nearby communities. “Food Fight is excited to partner with such an amazing team,” said Julian Gayah, owner of Food Fight Barbecue Bar. “We are full of avid basketball fans, made obvious by the copious amount of basketball merchandise displayed in the restaurant. Nothing could make us happier than to team up and support the team of the city we were born in - Brampton! We cannot wait to experience an awesome season with the Honey Badgers and who knows, maybe we'll find some new members to join the Food Fight Fam!” With the 2024 season on the horizon, Honey Badgers fans can get excited for what is in store for the second season of professional basketball at the CAA Centre. Honey Badgers season tickets and other ticket packages are available now at honeybadgers.ca/tickets ### About the Brampton Honey Badgers One of the original franchises of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL), the 2022 CEBL Champion Brampton Honey Badgers proudly call the CAA Centre home. The Brampton front office and basketball operations department bring NBA, NBA G League, national team, NCAA and major international pro league experience to the franchise. With a vision of promoting Brampton grassroots basketball and local businesses through community and corporate engagement, the Honey Badgers will leverage the explosion of basketball as a vehicle for innovation and change. For more information visit www.honeybadgers.ca . About the Canadian Elite Basketball League (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 73% of its 2023 rosters being Canadian. Players bring experience from the NBA, NBA G League, top international pro leagues, the Canadian National team program, and top NCAA programs as well as U SPORTS. Fourteen 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. More information about the CEBL is available at CEBL.ca and @cebleague on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, LinkedIn, Facebook & YouTube. About Food Fight Barbecue Bar FOOD FIGHT BARBECUE BAR is a growing business in Brampton. Our kitchen is dedicated to preparing and delivering our family and friends authentic, slow smoked Canadian raised barbecue over naturally selected and harvested Ontario wood. Born and raised in the most multicultural city on the planet, we specialize in customary slow smoked barbecue typically found down south, but with an infusion of spices and techniques passed down from our Caribbean, Asian, and Canadian heritage. Everything here is fresh, locally sourced, and we are tremendously proud of our Ontario farm raised - hormone and pesticide free meat and produce. Welcome to Northern Barbecue, welcome to Food Fight! Media Contact: Kyle Warrener - Sr. Coordinator, Ticket Sales and Communications Brampton Honey Badgers kwarrener@honeybadgers.ca

The Brampton Honey Badgers of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) announced Monday that the team will partner with GoodLife Fitness for a second season. As part of the agreement, GoodLife Fitness will provide gym memberships to Honey Badgers players, coaches, and staff to be used throughout the upcoming season. “GoodLife Fitness continues to be a valued partner of our organization by providing resources and facilities for our athletes, coaches, and staff to be in peak physical shape leading up to and throughout our season,” said Chris Rodricks, senior director of business operations for the Brampton Honey Badgers. “We encourage our fans to check out their nearest GoodLife Fitness location and explore all of the benefits of the programs, services, and expertise offered.” Honey Badgers fans will benefit from a number of exclusive GoodLife giveaways and promotional offers in-arena and digitally across the Honey Badgers social media platforms. “GoodLife Fitness is proud to sponsor the Brampton Honey Badgers for the second year and we look forward to welcoming the players, staff and coaches for workouts at our clubs. We’re also extending special offers on game tickets through the GoodLife Rewards program so more people can see the team in action,” said Melissa Hambrook, senior director of partnerships, GoodLife Fitness. With the 2024 season on the horizon, Honey Badgers fans can get excited for what is in store for the second season of professional basketball at the CAA Centre. Honey Badgers season tickets and other ticket packages are available now at honeybadgers.ca/tickets ### About the Brampton Honey Badgers One of the original franchises of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL), the 2022 CEBL Champion Brampton Honey Badgers proudly call the CAA Centre home. The Brampton front office and basketball operations department bring NBA, NBA G League, national team, NCAA and major international pro league experience to the franchise. With a vision of promoting Brampton grassroots basketball and local businesses through community and corporate engagement, the Honey Badgers will leverage the explosion of basketball as a vehicle for innovation and change. For more information visit www.honeybadgers.ca . About the Canadian Elite Basketball League (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 73% of its 2023 rosters being Canadian. Players bring experience from the NBA, NBA G League, top international pro leagues, the Canadian National team program, and top NCAA programs as well as U SPORTS. Fourteen 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. More information about the CEBL is available at CEBL.ca and @cebleague on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, LinkedIn, Facebook & YouTube. About GoodLife Fitness GoodLife Fitness started in 1979 in London, ON, and has since grown to the largest group of fitness club chains in Canada and the fourth largest in the world. Founder and CEO David ‘Patch’ Patchell-Evans started the business with one purpose…to give everyone in Canada the opportunity to live a fit and healthy good life. With 200+ clubs nationally, GoodLife is helping to transform the health and fitness of people across Canada every day. Find out more at goodlifefitness.com and @goodlifefitness on social media channels. Media Contact: Kyle Warrener - Sr. Coordinator, Ticket Sales and Communications Brampton Honey Badgers kwarrener@honeybadgers.ca

The Brampton Honey Badgers of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) announced Thursday their three selections in the 2024 CEBL Draft. Callum Baker, 2nd overall selection in the draft, Cole Syllas, 19th overall, and David Walker, 22nd overall, are a trio of Ontario guards who have a combined experience of 317 games at the collegiate level and 34 games in the CEBL last season. The annual CEBL Draft enables players from U SPORTS and the Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) to play multiple seasons in the CEBL while maintaining their playing eligibility. “Each play brings something unique to our team,” said Jermaine Anderson, general manager and vice president of basketball operations. “They all have CEBL experience, which should allow them to come in and contribute right away. More importantly, we're looking forward to helping them develop as professional athletes. We're extremely optimistic that they'll be able to use this opportunity to attract interest from various teams and agents overseas.” Baker, a University of Toronto standout guard, returns to Brampton following his final season with the Varsity Blues. The Oakville, Ont. native averaged 23.4 points, 4.9 rebounds, 3.9 assists, and 37.0 minutes in 21 games this university season, leading the country in points scored and being named OUA Player of the Year. He averaged 10.7 points, 2.5 rebounds, 1.8 assists, and 22.2 minutes in 103 games during a five-year collegiate career at Fairleigh Dickinson University, Flagler College, and the University of Toronto. Baker appeared in 15 games with the Honey Badgers last season as a rookie, averaging 3.1 points, 1.7 assists, and 13.6 minutes. He became the fifth player in CEBL history to start a playoff game as a current U SPORTS player, scoring a career-high 16 points vs. Scarborough in the Eastern Conference Quarterfinal on August 4. Baker was selected 11th overall by the Honey Badgers in the 2023 U SPORTS Draft. “We know what Callum (Baker) brings to our team,” said Anderson. “He has the potential to be an impact player in this league and in Europe for many years to come, and our coaching staff is extremely excited to work with him again this summer.” With the 19th overall selection, the Honey Badgers added six-foot-five guard Syllas from Queen’s University. In 22 games with his hometown Gaels, Syllas averaged 15.1 points, 8.3 rebounds, 7.4 assists, and 31.0 minutes. He reached double-figures in scoring in all but four contests, leading to All-OUA Second Team and U SPORTS All-Tournament Team recognition after the season. Syllas was signed as a U SPORTS developmental player last season with the Ottawa BlackJacks, suiting up in 10 games and averaging 2.1 points, 1.5 rebounds, and 8.4 minutes. He made his professional debut in the season opener May 28 against Brampton, scoring 10 points. “Cole (Syllas) is an extremely intriguing young player,” said Anderson. “He has proven that he can step up in big moments at the U Sports level, and he plays extremely hard on both ends of the floor.” The Honey Badgers also selected Walker from Toronto Metropolitan University with the 23rd overall pick. Walker averaged 16.5 points, 3.1 rebounds, 3.5 assists, and 24.9 minutes in 13 games during his second season with the program. Walker also played at Southern Idaho Junior College, Casper Junior College, University of South Alabama, and California State University - Bakersfield for four seasons, combining for 126 games during a six-year collegiate career. He was the 12th overall selection in last year’s CEBL Draft by the Scarborough Shooting Stars, averaging 10.1 points, 2.7 rebounds, 1.3 assists, and 21.8 minutes in nine appearances as a rookie. “David (Walker) is a very talented dynamic guard that can impact the outcome of a game in different ways,” said Anderson. “He will certainly be a joy to watch this summer, and I expect that his infectious energy will make him a fan favourite in Brampton.” The Honey Badgers roster continues to fill out with the season opener on May 24 against the Niagara River Lions less than two months away. Prince Oduro, Zane Waterman, and Shamiel Stevenson were all re-signed by the Honey Badgers last month. Brampton opens the 2024 season at the CAA Centre on May 24 and 26. More information about the Honey Badgers can be found at honeybadgers.ca and @HoneyBadgersCan on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook. ### About the Brampton Honey Badgers One of the original franchises of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL), the 2022 CEBL Champion Brampton Honey Badgers proudly call the CAA Centre home. The Brampton front office and basketball operations department bring NBA, NBA G League, national team, NCAA and major international pro league experience to the franchise. With a vision of promoting Brampton grassroots basketball and local businesses through community and corporate engagement, the Honey Badgers will leverage the explosion of basketball as a vehicle for innovation and change. For more information visit www.honeybadgers.ca . About the Canadian Elite Basketball League (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 73% of its 2023 rosters being Canadian. Players bring experience from the NBA, NBA G League, top international pro leagues, the Canadian National team program, and top NCAA programs as well as U SPORTS. Fourteen 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. More information about the CEBL is available at CEBL.ca and @cebleague on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, LinkedIn, Facebook & YouTube. About U SPORTS U SPORTS is the national brand for university sports in Canada. Every year, over 15,500 student-athletes and 700 coaches vie for 21 national championships in 12 different sports. U SPORTS also provides high performance international opportunities at FISU Winter and Summer World University Games, World University Championships, University World Cups and various educational initiatives. U SPORTS works in collaboration with 57 members and four conferences as well as the Canadian sport system and Corporate Canada on the growth and delivery of university sport to student-athletes across the country. About Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association The Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association is the national governing body for organized sports at the collegiate level in Canada. The CCAA enriches the academic experiences of student-athletes by providing leadership, programs and services that foster development through high-level competitive opportunities in intercollegiate sport. CCAA student-athletes compete in seven sports at 10 CCAA national championships, each hosted by one of the 98 CCAA member institutions (colleges, universities, technical institutes and cégeps) located in nine provinces. In addition to governing the national championships, the CCAA also provides national awards and recognition to CCAA student-athletes, coaches, athletic directors and member institutions. For more information, please visit ccaa.ca. Media Contact: Kyle Warrener - Sr. Coordinator, Ticket Sales and Communications Brampton Honey Badgers kwarrener@honeybadgers.ca

The Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) and global multi-platform media company, Anthem Sports & Entertainment Inc., announced Friday an agreement that will bring complete coverage of 20 live regular season CEBL games in 2024 to viewers throughout Canada on Game+. Available across North America on cable, IPTV, satellite and subscription streaming services including FUBO, Game+ airs programming ranging from live sports and sports entertainment to fantasy sports, sports betting, Esports, and other fast-paced, action-adventure driven programming. Game+ coverage of the CEBL tips off on the second night of the 2024 regular season schedule (Wednesday, May 22) at 9:30 p.m. ET when the Winnipeg Sea Bears take on the Saskatchewan Rattlers at SaskTel Centre. With at least one live CEBL game every week this summer, Game+ coverage spans until the final night of the league’s regular season on Monday, July 29. The full 20-game Game+ CEBL broadcast schedule in 2024 is as follows:

The Brampton Honey Badgers of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) announced Thursday an official partnership with Algoma University. This partnership with one of Brampton’s post-secondary institutions will connect with the local community by providing underserved youth and families with the opportunity to attend Honey Badgers games in addition to recognizing community leaders in a soon-to-be-launched co-branded social media campaign. “As Algoma continues to deepen its commitment to a comprehensive university within Brampton’s downtown, we are excited to partner with the Brampton Honey Badgers for the 2024 season. Actively contributing to the communities in which we are deeply rooted is at the core of Algoma University’s mission,” said Algoma University President and Vice-Chancellor Asima Vezina. “Algoma University and the Brampton Honey Badgers have shared goals and values - I am proud to partner with another group in our community also committed to creating opportunities for the participation of underprivileged youth.” With a campus conveniently located in the heart of downtown Brampton, the university offers an urban option for students while working closely in collaboration with the Peel District School Board, Dufferin Peel Catholic District School Board, Brampton Innovation District, and countless local businesses and organizations that call Brampton home. The campus offers academic programming in business administration, community economic and social development, computer science, finance and economics, psychology, and social work. “We are thrilled to have Algoma University be an official partner this season and to join us as we continue our commitment to community involvement,” said Chris Rodricks, senior director of business operations for the Brampton Honey Badgers. “Our aligned passion to work with community groups and leaders in Brampton will certainly make this partnership flourish while making an incredible impact right here in the city.” With the 2024 season on the horizon, Honey Badgers fans can get excited about what is in store for the second season of professional basketball at the CAA Centre. Honey Badgers season tickets and other ticket packages are available now at honeybadgers.ca/tickets ### About the Brampton Honey Badgers One of the original franchises of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL), the 2022 CEBL Champion Brampton Honey Badgers proudly call the CAA Centre home. The Brampton front office and basketball operations department bring NBA, NBA G League, national team, NCAA and major international pro league experience to the franchise. With a vision of promoting Brampton grassroots basketball and local businesses through community and corporate engagement, the Honey Badgers will leverage the explosion of basketball as a vehicle for innovation and change. For more information visit www.honeybadgers.ca . About the Canadian Elite Basketball League (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 73% of its 2023 rosters being Canadian. Players bring experience from the NBA, NBA G League, top international pro leagues, the Canadian National team program, and top NCAA programs as well as U SPORTS. Fourteen 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. More information about the CEBL is available at CEBL.ca and @cebleague on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, LinkedIn, Facebook & YouTube. About Algoma University Algoma University is a public University that offers bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and graduate certificate programs in liberal arts, sciences, and professional disciplines. Algoma University has three campuses in Ontario, each deeply rooted in their community: Brampton, Sault Ste. Marie and Timmins. Algoma University has a Special Mission to cultivate cross-cultural learning between Indigenous populations and other communities. For more information, please visit www.algomau.ca . Media Contact: Kyle Warrener - Sr. Coordinator, Ticket Sales and Communications Brampton Honey Badgers kwarrener@honeybadgers.ca Mohamed El Kahlout - Communications Manager Algoma University mohamed.elkahlout@algomau.ca