MIKE DEMAGUS

POSITION:  Guard

HEIGHT:  6-4 (193 cm)

WEIGHT:  168 lbs (76 kg)

BIRTHDATE:  February 7, 2000 (Scarborough, ON)

HIGH SCHOOL:  Thornlea Secondary School (Markham, ON)

UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE:  McMaster University (2025)

HOW ACQUIRED:  Selected in the third round (22nd overall) in the 2025 CEBL Draft

YEARS PRO:  N/A

BIO

UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE CAREER 


Averaged 13.9 points, 4.3 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 1.3 steals, and 26.0 minutes in 101 games over a five-year collegiate career at McMaster University.


2024-25: Averaged 13.4 points, 4.6 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 1.3 steals, and 27.9 minutes in 20 games in fifth season with the Marauders  … Recorded 10+ points in 17 games including a season-high 24 points in 37 minutes vs. Toronto on January 25 … Had an all-around 20-point (7-for-9), six-rebound, four-assist, two-steal performance January 8 vs. Guelph … Dropped 19 points October 27 vs. Laurier.


2023-24: Drafted with the second pick in the second round of the CEBL draft by the Calgary Surge … Averaged 18.8 points, 6.1 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 1.3 steals and 31.5 minutes in 22 games … Awarded All-OUA Third-Team honours … In 40 minutes put together 27 points, eight rebounds, and two steals February 16 vs. Lakehead … Recorded season-high 28 points with seven assists and three steals vs. Carleton on December 1 … Posted 20+ points in five of the first six games of the season, averaging 21.7 points and 6.8 rebounds in this stretch. 


2022-23: Averaged 17.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 1.5 steals, and 29.4 minutes in 23 games as a junior  … Scored career-high 29 points on 11-for-22 shooting February 18 vs. Toronto … Dropped 26 points and 12 made free throws with three steals vs. Brock on January 18 … Recorded first career double-double with 16 points and 11 rebounds January 14 vs. Nipissing … Poured in 24 points in a win over York on November 11.


2021-22: Averaged 14.5 points, 4.8 rebounds, 1.4 assists, 1.6 steals, and 25.4 minutes in 14 games as a starter for McMaster … Earned a spot on the All-OUA West Division Second-Team … Scored in double-figures in 11 games … Collected 22 points and nine rebounds in a one-point victory over Western on February 12 … Registered season-high 26 points in only 23 minutes vs. Guelph on November 13.


2020-21: Averaged 5.8 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 15.8 minutes in 22 games as a freshman … Put up 15 points and three steals in first game as a starter January 18 vs. Western … Recorded 10+ points in six straight games from January 18 - February 7.



PERSONAL


He was drafted by the Calgary Surge in the second round of the 2024 CEBL draft … He is a sociology major at McMaster University … Demagus didn’t start playing basketball until grade 11 … He is the oldest of five siblings … He takes interest in entrepreneurship, coaching, financial literacy, podcasting, and video games.

HONEY BADGERS TEAM UP WITH ROGERS CYBERSECURE CATALYST TO CHAMPION ONLINE SAFETY THIS OCTOBER

By Elias Eldridge • October 9, 2025
The Brampton Honey Badgers of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) have announced a new partnership with Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst (“the Catalyst”) - Toronto Metropolitan University’s national centre for training, innovation, and collaboration in cybersecurity, headquartered right here in Brampton. This partnership brings together two proud Brampton institutions united by a shared commitment to community impact, education, and empowerment. October marks Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and the Honey Badgers and the Catalyst are joining forces to champion the importance of staying safe online. Through engaging, easy-to-follow tips shared on Instagram and across all @honeybadgerscan social platforms, the campaign will spotlight practical ways for fans and community members to protect themselves in an increasingly digital world. “As someone who is constantly working in the online space, I thought the Catalyst’s mission and messaging is something that is not only very important, but also incredibly relevant to the world we live in today,” said Honey Badgers Director of Partnerships & Development Andrew Rocha. “I am excited to help them spread the word of cybersecurity through Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and I encourage all Honey Badgers fans to check out everything that the Catalyst has to offer.” "We are thrilled to partner with the Honey Badgers, another incredible Brampton organization, to spotlight the importance of staying safe online,” said Anna Colagrossi, Director of Brand & Recruitment at the Catalyst. “Cybersecurity Awareness Month is a vital time for us at Catalyst, and this partnership allows us to connect directly with our community and share the tools people need to stay secure in today’s digital world.” With the 2025 season at a close, Honey Badgers fans can look forward to what should be an exciting offseason full of surprises and exciting announcements. Stay tuned for 2026 Honey Badgers season ticket packages to be released 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 . About Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst is Toronto Metropolitan University’s national centre for training, innovation and collaboration in cybersecurity. Since its founding in 2018, the Catalyst has grown into Canada’s most active cybersecurity hub, earning a global reputation for delivering high-impact programs and driving innovative solutions to critical technology security challenges. A not-for-profit corporation, the Catalyst collaborates with governments at all levels, public and private organizations, and academic institutions. Headquartered in Brampton, Ontario’s Innovation District, the Catalyst delivers its programs across Canada and around the world. Learn more at cybersecurecatalyst.ca . Media Contact: Elias Eldridge - Account Executive & Communications Specialist Brampton Honey Badgers eeldridge@honeybadgers.ca

SHELDON CASSIMY RESIGNS AS HONEY BADGERS HEAD COACH

By Elias Eldridge • September 30, 2025
The Brampton Honey Badgers of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) announced Tuesday that Sheldon Cassimy has resigned as head coach after two seasons, and six total seasons with the team. Cassimy has played an integral part in the evolution and growth of the Honey Badgers organization since joining the coaching staff in 2020. During his tenure, the Honey Badgers have made a postseason appearance four times (‘20-’23), including a championship in 2022 after a 90-88 victory over the Scarborough Shooting Stars where Cassimy served as lead assistant coach. “We would like to express our deepest gratitude for everything Sheldon has contributed since joining the team in 2020,” said General Manager and Vice President of Basketball Operations Jermaine Anderson. “Sheldon has had a meaningful impact on the development of every player to wear a Honey Badger uniform during his time. His ability to connect with players and adapt to the evolving demands of both the league and our organization has been truly special. I look forward to following his continued growth in the coaching profession and wish him nothing but success in the future.” Cassimy’s professional head coaching debut came in 2022 when he unexpectedly took Head Coach Ryan Schmidt’s place versus the Guelph Nighthawks (now Calgary Surge). As interim head coach, Cassimy led the Honey Badgers to a 95-76 victory, his first career win. Since then, Cassimy was put in charge of the Brampton Honey Badgers at Basketball Champions League Americas (BCLA) in 2023 before serving as lead assistant coach again during the 2023 CEBL regular season behind Antoine Broxsie. In 2024, Cassimy was promoted to head coach where he held the role for two seasons. “I want to thank the Honey Badgers and CEBL for providing an opportunity for Canadian coaches and players to develop,” said Cassimy. “I joined the team in 2020 and these six years have been invaluable. The Honey Badgers will always hold a special place in my heart. I want to thank Jermaine [Anderson] for bringing me on and being nothing but supportive through this journey. I hope the very best for the team going forward.” Cassimy’s resignation comes as he looks to turn his focus over to his role as lead assistant coach with the McMaster University Marauders men’s basketball program. Their home opener takes place on October 24 at Burridge Gymnasium in Hamilton. With the 2025 season at a close, Honey Badgers fans can look forward to what will be an exciting offseason. Stay tuned for 2026 Honey Badgers season ticket packages to be released 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

HONEY BADGERS PARTNER WITH MATH THRU MUSIC FOR NEW AND INNOVATIVE YOUTH EDUCATION PROGRAM

By Elias Eldridge • September 19, 2025
The Brampton Honey Badgers of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) announced Friday that they have partnered with Math Thru Music to bring forward a new program that uses basketball as a means to educate students on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) skills. The 4th Quarter Series is a program that will utilize basketball-based scenarios in order to teach students in grade 6-9 STEM skills, including reliable and valid experimentation, collecting and analyzing data, and understanding the intersection between theory and practice in math and science. Ultimately, this program will give students a better understanding of probability and theory application, having them leave the program seeing the importance of critical thinking in sports. “We’re all about experiential learning and we can’t wait for students to try the ‘10 out of STEM challenge,” said Math Thru Music Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer Joseph Khargie. “10 out of STEM is teacher friendly and will take place over the course of the 2025-26 school year.” Schools in and around Brampton will have the opportunity to participate, with 10 out of STEM winners receiving recognition during a halftime ceremony at a 2026 Honey Badgers game. “We love Math Thru Music’s innovative style of education,” said Honey Badgers President Josie Pingitore. “This partnership will give us an exciting way to use basketball to promote the importance of learning and we are thrilled to use our platform to get involved in this capacity.” Math Thru Music is an organization that uses engaging programs to stimulate learning. While they have typically put an emphasis on the application of music as a catalyst for education, through this partnership they will switch gears into sport instead. With the 2025 season at a close, Honey Badgers fans can look forward to what should be an exciting offseason full of surprises and exciting announcements. Stay tuned for 2026 Honey Badgers season ticket packages to be released 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 . About Math Thru Music Math Thru Music excites, educates, and empowers students to gain a greater understanding of numeracy, entrepreneurship, science and social justice through the art of DJ’ing. Our engaging programs , assemblies, kits, and shows are designed to fit seamlessly into school instructional time, breathing new life into potentially boring concepts while giving educators valuable tools to strengthen STEAM lessons. With a focus on cultural responsiveness, experiential learning and inquiry, we cover essential school curriculum while promoting transferable skills and social-emotional learning. Media Contact: Elias Eldridge - Account Executive & Communications Specialist Brampton Honey Badgers eeldridge@honeybadgers.ca

COLLEGIATE STATISTICS

Totals

Year Team G MIN PTS 2FGP 3FGP FT RO RD RT AS PF BS ST TO
2024-25 McMaster 20 558 267 82-166 17-69 52-75 24 67 91 41 44 3 25 44
2023-24 McMaster 22 692 414 103-220 43-144 79-109 22 113 135 89 52 15 28 44
2022-23 McMaster 23 676 392 91-180 45-158 75-94 24 67 91 53 52 10 34 47
2021-22 McMaster 14 355 203 47-76 30-104 19-29 10 57 67 20 38 5 23 20
2020-21 McMaster 22 348 128 32-58 18-58 10-20 14 40 54 18 42 7 17 30
Totals 101 2629 1404 355-700 153-533 235-327 94 344 438 221 228 40 127 185

Averages

Year Team G MIN PTS 2FGP 3FGP FT RO RD RT AS PF BS ST TO
2024-25 McMaster 20 27.9 13.4 0.494 0.246 0.693 1.2 3.4 4.6 2.1 2.2 0.2 1.3 2.2
2023-24 McMaster 22 31.5 18.8 0.468 0.299 0.725 1.0 5.1 6.1 2.3 2.4 0.7 1.3 2.0
2022-23 McMaster 23 29.4 17.0 0.506 0.285 0.798 1.0 2.9 4.0 2.3 2.3 0.4 1.5 2.0
2021-22 McMaster 14 25.4 14.5 0.618 0.288 0.655 0.7 4.1 4.8 1.4 2.7 0.4 1.6 1.4
2020-21 McMaster 22 15.8 5.8 0.552 0.310 0.500 0.6 1.8 2.5 0.8 1.9 0.3 0.8 1.4
Totals 101 26.0 13.9 0.507 0.287 0.719 0.9 3.4 4.3 2.2 2.3 0.4 1.3 1.8