CALLUM BAKER

POSITION: Guard 

HEIGHT: 6-2 (188 cm) 

WEIGHT: 190 lbs (86.2 kg)

BIRTHDATE: December 8, 2000 (Oakville, ON)

HIGH SCHOOL: Bishop Walsh High School (Cumberland, MD)

UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE: University of Toronto (2024)

HOW ACQUIRED: Selected in the 2nd round (11th overall) of the 2023 U SPORTS Draft. Selected in the 1st round (2nd overall) of the 2024 CEBL Draft.

YEARS PRO: 1

BIO

PROFESSIONAL CAREER 


Entered season averaging 3.1 points, 1.7 assists, and 13.6 minutes in 15 games playing professionally in the CEBL.


2024 CEBL Season (As of July 30): Averaging 2.9 points, 1.1 assists, and 15.8 minutes in 14 games with the Brampton Honey Badgers … Joined Brown Ballers at The Basketball Tournament, missing two games … Had season-best 11 points while shooting 3-for-3 from distance vs. Saskatchewan on June 12 … Dished out seven assists and had three points at Montreal on June 2 … Had five points and an assist in 17 minutes off the bench in a win over Ottawa on May 26… Registered six points in the season opener vs. Niagara on May 24.

2023 CEBL Season: Averaged 3.1 points, 1.7 assists, and 13.6 minutes in 15 games with the Brampton Honey Badgers …  Became the fifth player in CEBL history to start a playoff game as current U SPORTS player, scoring a career-high 16 points vs. Scarborough in the Eastern Conference Quarterfinal on August 4 …  Dished out a career-high seven assists to go along with three steals in first career start July 31 vs. Scarborough … Recorded nine points, five assists, and three blocks July 29 against Niagara …  Attended Canada Basketball U23 Men’s National Team training camp July 1-8 at Humber College … Scored six points in a career-high 22 minutes June 18 at Scarborough … Played six minutes in professional debut May 24 against Ottawa. 



UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE CAREER 


Averaged 10.7 points, 2.5 rebounds, 1.8 assists, and 22.2 minutes in 103 games over a five-year collegiate career at Fairleigh Dickinson University, Flagler College, and the University of Toronto.

2023-24 (As of May 12): Averaged 23.4 points, 4.9 rebounds, 3.9 assists, and 37.0 minutes in 21 games with the University of Toronto … Named OUA player of the year … Led the country with 491 points while finishing third in points per game …  Scored a team-high 26 points leading the Blues to an upset win over top-ranked Ottawa on February 10 … Snatch a season-best five steals against York on November 25 … Recorded a season-high 32 points in a win against McMaster on November 4. 


2022-23: Transferred to the University of Toronto … Averaged 21.6 points, 3.9 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 36.9 minutes in 18 games … Nominated for University of Toronto Men’s T-Holders’ Athlete of the Year Award … OUA leader in minutes played per game … Named OUA Second Team All-Star … Team-leader with 3.2 three-pointers made per game … Grabbed a season-high seven rebounds on the road at McMaster on February 18 … Scored a season-high 31 points against York on January 4 … Registered 29 points while shooting seven-for-eight from distance in a victory over Ontario Tech on December 2 … Recorded 10 points in 12 minutes of action in Varsity Blues debut November 4 against Brock.


2021-22: Transferred to Flagler College … Averaged 3.8 points and 9.8 minutes in 19 games … Scored a season-high 13 points in 16 minutes of action November 30 against Fort Lauderdale. 


2020-21: Averaged 5.8 points, 2.2 rebounds, and 22.3 minutes in 23 games in sophomore season with Fairleigh Dickinson University … Finished seventh in the Northeast Conference in three-point percentage (.403) … Recorded 14 points to go along with three rebounds against Bryant January 31. 


2019-20: Averaged 6.6 minutes in 22 games with Fairleigh Dickenson University as a freshman … Netted a season-high three points with a made three against Kentucky on December 7 …  Earned first career start against Notre Dame on November 26, playing a season-high 23 minutes.


PERSONAL


Pronounced “KAY-lum” … Son of Martin and Charmaine ... Majored in Political Science at the University of Toronto … Siblings named Rylan and Brooke ... Ranked as a Top-10 point guard in the nation by ESPN in grade 10 … Interests outside of sports include spending time with family, playing video games, and hiking … Played AAA hockey growing up for the Oakville Rangers.

JOHN ROSS JOINS BRAMPTON HONEY BADGERS AS ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER

By Elias Eldridge • December 9, 2025
The Brampton Honey Badgers of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) are excited to announce John Ross as assistant general manager. John has spent the better part of the past two decades working in basketball, highlighted by over 14 years with the Portland Trail Blazers and more recently as an assistant coach with the Western Conference Champion Calgary Surge in 2025. With Portland, John worked as a video coordinator with both the coaching and scouting staff. He played a pivotal role in the organization's 2009-2011 stretch of playoff appearances, and also their rebuild starting with the draft acquisitions of Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum. This backcourt duo was the catalyst for eight consecutive playoff appearances between 2014-2021, including a Western Conference Finals appearance in 2019. “Basketball is one of my deepest passions, and I am very grateful to be able to continue my career in this game with the Honey Badgers,” said Ross. “I could not be more excited to work alongside Al [Whitley] and Jermaine [Anderson] to help put together a team that will not only excel on the court, but also in the Peel and Brampton community.” Since moving on from the Trail Blazers in 2022, John has expanded his work experience to both coaching, and teaching. As an assistant coach with the Calgary Surge in 2025, he helped lift the Surge to their second finals appearance in franchise history, after posting a 17-7 record on the season. In terms of teaching, John founded an organization called GET IN THE GAME 101, an educational resource designed to assist young adults in answering the question “What do I do to get a job in the NBA?”. Here, John provides his insights into what it takes to move your career into the biggest stage that basketball has to offer. You can follow his substack here to read more. Beyond basketball, John is a humanitarian, serving at-risk children for over a decade in Zimbabwe and making multiple visits to Ukraine to support refugee relief. “John’s high-level experience, combined with his understanding of what it means to help others, fits with what we are looking for in our organization,” said Honey Badgers CEO Al Whitley. “We are excited to have John assist in leading our basketball operations staff going forward and are confident that he is going to help us in promoting selflessness and winning.” Season tickets for the 2026 Honey Badgers season are on sale now at honeybadgers.ca . Keep an eye out for the Honey Badgers staff and Hammer around the Brampton and Peel community throughout the offseason for potential prizes and giveaways! ### 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 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 rosters being Canadian and more than 10 players with NBA game experience in 2025. 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 Tonybet, TSN, TSN+, RDS , Game+ and Next Level Sports & Entertainment . More information about the CEBL is available at CEBL.ca and @cebleague on Instagram , Twitter , TikTok , LinkedIn , Facebook & YouTube . Media Contact: Elias Eldridge - Account Executive & Communications Specialist Brampton Honey Badgers eeldridge@honeybadgers.ca

BRAMPTON HONEY BADGERS ANNOUNCE SAUD JUMAN AS TEAM’S NEW PRESIDENT

By Elias Eldridge • December 3, 2025
The Brampton Honey Badgers of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) are proud to announce Saud Juman as the team's new president. Saud is a highly experienced business leader and executive, bringing over two decades of expertise in scaling businesses, cultivating successful cultures, and leading high-performance teams. Notably, as the founder, president, and CEO of Policy Medical, he developed the first healthcare policy management software, which was adopted by more than 3000 U.S. hospitals. Saud successfully guided the company from its bootstrap beginnings for 18 years to a successful acquisition. Following his exit from the company in 2018, Saud channeled his leadership skills into professional basketball, where he served as the assistant coach & head of player development for the Niagara River Lions, contributing to the team's success both on and off the court during their 2025 CEBL Championship run. “Saud offers a unique combination of executive rigor, people-focused leadership, and extensive basketball knowledge, specializing in the creation of systems and cultures that deliver wins - in business and in the community,” said Honey Badgers CEO Al Whitley. “We are incredibly excited and fortunate to welcome Saud to the Brampton Honey Badgers as the franchise embarks on a new chapter of basketball in the Peel Region and across Canada.” Furthermore, Saud’s commitment to basketball is matched by his dedication to positive community impact through his family’s foundation, which provides funding for youth grassroots programs. “It’s a new era for Honey Badger’s basketball and I am humbled to be a part of this exciting team,” said Juman. “I look forward to approaching this role with the discipline and commitment to winning on and off the court, while forging deep connections in Brampton and the Peel community.” Season tickets for the 2026 Honey Badgers season are on sale now at honeybadgers.ca . Keep an eye out for the Honey Badgers staff and Hammer around the Brampton and Peel community throughout the offseason for potential prizes and giveaways! ### 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 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 rosters being Canadian and more than 10 players with NBA game experience in 2025. 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 Tonybet, TSN, TSN+, RDS , Game+ and Next Level Sports & Entertainment . More information about the CEBL is available at CEBL.ca and @cebleague on Instagram , Twitter , TikTok , LinkedIn , Facebook & YouTube . Media Contact: Elias Eldridge - Account Executive & Communications Specialist Brampton Honey Badgers eeldridge@honeybadgers.ca

CANADIAN AND FORMER NBA EXECUTIVE AL WHITLEY JOINS BRAMPTON HONEY BADGERS AS CEO

By Elias Eldridge • November 12, 2025
The Brampton Honey Badgers of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) announced today that Al Whitley, former NBA executive and general manager of the Texas Legends (NBA G League affiliate of the Dallas Mavericks), has joined the franchise as chief executive officer (CEO). Whitley brings more than two decades of experience in professional basketball, having spent 22 years within the Dallas Mavericks organization, where he helped drive basketball operations at the highest level. His leadership has been defined by his commitment to creating a winning culture, fostering relationships, and developing talent on and off the court. Born in Belleville, Ontario and raised in Victoria, British Columbia, Whitley discovered his passion for basketball alongside childhood friend and NBA legend Steve Nash. After playing college basketball at the University of New Brunswick, Whitley began his professional career with the Dallas Mavericks in 2001 in their marketing department, before quickly transitioning to basketball operations. As a special advisor to former Mavericks Majority Owner Mark Cuban, Whitley played a pivotal role in the franchise’s success, including its historic 2011 NBA Championship. That experience, he says, gave him firsthand insight into “what it truly takes to build and sustain a championship team and culture.” In 2017, Whitley was named general manager and vice president of basketball operations for the Texas Legends, where he oversaw all aspects of the organization - from basketball operations and scouting, to business development and community engagement - leading the team to its first-ever playoff win. “I am incredibly grateful and excited for this opportunity to help lead the Brampton Honey Badgers back to championship form - both on the court and in the community,” said Whitley. “I want to sincerely thank our owner, Leonard Asper, for his trust and commitment. Being born and raised in Canada, this is a full-circle moment for my family and me. Coming back home to help guide, develop, and grow the Brampton Honey Badgers of the CEBL is not only an honour - it’s a privilege and a challenge I wholeheartedly embrace.” Throughout his NBA career, Whitley has worked with some of the game’s most influential figures, including Mark Cuban, Donn Nelson, Rick Carlisle, Donnie Nelson and legendary players such as Steve Nash, Dirk Nowitzki, Jason Kidd, Vince Carter, and Luka Dončić. “When I acquired the Honey Badgers, I committed to creating a winning team that also serves as a pillar of its community,” said Leonard Asper, owner of the Brampton Honey Badgers. “Al Whitley’s track record and reputation leave me no doubt that he is the right person to fulfill that mission. We are extremely fortunate that he is making this commitment to Brampton, and I thank him for his trust in us.” As CEO, Whitley aims to elevate the Honey Badgers organization both competitively and culturally - building a championship-caliber roster, enhancing fan engagement, and strengthening the team’s ties within the community. Honey Badgers fans can look forward to an exciting offseason filled with community events leading up to the 2026 CEBL season tip-off in May. Details on 2026 season ticket packages will be announced soon. ### 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 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 rosters being Canadian and more than 10 players with NBA game experience in 2025. 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 Tonybet, TSN, TSN+, RDS , Game+ and Next Level Sports & Entertainment . More information about the CEBL is available at CEBL.ca and @cebleague on Instagram , Twitter , TikTok , LinkedIn , Facebook & YouTube . Media Contact: Elias Eldridge - Account Executive & Communications Specialist Brampton Honey Badgers eeldridge@honeybadgers.ca Jared Clarkson - Senior Publicity Coordinator Route 504 PR jared@route504pr.com

PROFESSIONAL STATISTICS **BEFORE 2024 CEBL SEASON

Totals

Year Team G MIN PTS 2FGP 3FGP FT RO RD RT AS PF BS ST TO
2023 Brampton Honey Badgers 15 204 47 10-20 5-19 12-17 1 19 20 25 13 5 10 14
Totals 15 204 47 10-20 5-19 12-17 1 19 20 25 13 5 10 14

Averages

Year Team G MIN PTS 2FGP 3FGP FT RO RD RT AS PF BS ST TO
2023 Brampton Honey Badgers 15 13.6 3.1 0.500 0.263 0.706 0.1 1.3 1.3 1.7 0.9 0.3 0.7 0.9
Totals 15 13.6 3.1 0.500 0.263 0.706 0.1 1.3 1.3 1.7 0.9 0.3 0.7 0.9

COLLEGIATE STATISTICS

Totals

Year Team G MIN PTS 2FGP 3FGP FT RO RD RT AS PF BS ST TO
2023-24 University of Toronto 21 776 491 154-345 55-139 128-154 18 84 102 81 36 1 34 48
2022-23 University of Toronto 18 664 389 66-155 57-143 86-100 11 60 71 64 27 4 35 44
2021-22 Flagler College 19 187 72 4-15 17-57 13-19 2 15 17 7 16 0 12 8
2020-21 Fairleigh Dickinson University 23 514 133 14-41 27-67 24-35 11 40 51 20 32 4 20 32
2019-20 Fairleigh Dickinson University 22 145 13 4-12 1-10 2-4 1 15 16 10 14 0 2 7
Totals 103 2286 1098 242-568 157-416 253-312 43 214 257 182 125 9 103 139

Averages

Year Team G MIN PTS 2FGP 3FGP FT RO RD RT AS PF BS ST TO
2023-24 University of Toronto 21 37.0 23.4 0.446 0.396 0.831 0.9 4.0 4.9 3.9 1.7 0.0 1.6 2.3
2022-23 University of Toronto 18 36.9 21.6 4.297 0.399 0.86 0.6 3.3 3.9 3.6 1.5 0.2 1.9 2.4
2021-22 Flagler College 19 9.8 3.8 0.267 0.298 0.684 0.1 0.8 0.9 0.4 0.8 0 0.6 0.4
2020-21 Fairleigh Dickinson University 23 22.3 5.8 0.341 0.403 0.686 0.5 1.7 2.2 0.9 1.4 0.2 0.9 1.4
2019-20 Fairleigh Dickinson University 22 6.6 0.6 0.333 0.100 0.5 0 0.7 0.7 0.5 0.6 0 0.1 0.3
Totals 103 22.2 10.7 0.426 0.377 0.811 0.4 2.1 2.5 1.8 1.2 0.1 1.0 1.3