TARYN TODD

POSITION:  Guard

HEIGHT:  6-4 (193 cm)

WEIGHT:  176 lbs (80 kg)

BIRTHDATE:  September 6, 2001 (Vaughan, ON)

HIGH SCHOOL:  Findlay College Prep (Henderson, NV)

UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE:  Arkansas State University (2025)

HOW ACQUIRED:  Signed as a free agent April 17, 2025

YEARS PRO:  N/A

BIO

UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE CAREER 


Averaged 9.6 points, 3.1 rebounds, 2.2 assists, and 23.8 minutes in 162 games during a five-year collegiate career at Arkansas State University, Northwest Florida State College, University of New Mexico, and Texas Christian University.


2024-25: Averaged 14.7 points, 4.5 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.2 steals, and 29.8 minutes in 34 games in his final collegiate season … Earned a spot on the All-Sun Belt First Team and NABC D-1 All-Southeast District Second Team after leading the Red Wolves in scoring and bringing his team to an NIT Sweet 16 appearance and Sun Belt Tournament FInals for a second straight year … Scored in double-figures in all but seven games, including 21 points and seven assists, four rebounds, an assist and a block March 18 vs. St. Louis … Had a season-high four steals with 19 points vs. Marshall on March 8 … Scored 25 points along with three rebounds, three assists, three steals and one block January 29 vs. Southern Mississippi … Dropped 26 points (11-for-21) January 4 vs. JMU … Tied his career-high with 31 points with six rebounds and five assists in 40 minutes vs. UAB on December 15.


2023-24: Transferred to Arkansas State University … Averaged 12.8 points, 4.5 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 1.0 steals and 25.8 minutes in 37 games with the Red Wolves … Ended the season as number one on the roster in points (473) and steals (37) … Landed on the All-Sun Belt Third Team after a Sun Belt Tournament Finals run … Put up 10+ points in 25 games while closing the season with 23 points (10-for-19) and four rebounds in a one-point loss to High Point on March 26 … Dropped 21 points vs. South Alabama on February 17 … Recorded a game-high 23 points and three steals January 26 vs. Louisiana … Registered 20 points and career-high eight assists in a win over Georgia South on January 4 … Set career-high 31 points to go with seven assists and five rebounds in second game with ASU on November 11 vs. BGSU.


2022-23: Transferred to Northwest Florida State College and averaged 9.8 points, 3.5 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.0 steals, and 28.4 minutes in 34 games as a junior … Helped the Raiders achieve a NJCAA D-1 FCSAA State Championship, Regional VIII Championship, and South Atlantic District Championship … Scored in double-figures in 18 games including 16 points in 34 minutes vs. Tallahassee Community College on March 11 … Recorded 17 points and season-high 8 rebounds vs. Georgia Highlands College on December 31 … Dropped season-high 23 points (9-for-11), five rebounds and four assists November 16 vs. Indian Hills Community College.


2021-22: Transferred to the University of New Mexico and averaged 4.2 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 15.1 minutes in 31 games for the Lobos … Registered 14 points, four rebounds, two assists, a steal, and a block November 26 vs. Towson … Scored season-high 16 points and blocked career-high four shots November 15 vs. GSU as a starter.


2020-21: Averaged 4.5 points, 1.5 rebounds, 1.3 assists, and 17.6 minutes in 26 games at Texas Christian University as a freshman …. Had an all-around 11-point, five-rebound, four-assist, one-steal performance February 9 vs. Iowa State … Put up 10 points, four rebounds, and two assists in a one-point win over Cade Cunningham and Oklahoma State.


2019-2020: Redshirted at Texas Christian University.



NATIONAL TEAM CAREER


Represented Canada in one instance, including:


  • 2017 FIBA Americas U16: Scored team-high 13 points on 6-for-7 shooting off the bench in a win over Venezuela



PERSONAL


Selected to participate in the HS BioSteel All-Canadian Game in 2019 … North Pole Hoops ranked him the 13th-best player in Canada during high school … Earned a three-star rating by 247Sports.

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

COLLEGIATE STATISTICS

Totals

Year Team G MIN PTS 2FGP 3FGP FT RO RD RT AS PF BS ST TO
2024-25 Arkansas State 34 1012 500 127-297 54-178 84-125 30 124 154 112 80 23 40 65
2023-24 Arkansas State 37 956 473 131-284 49-145 64-89 11 114 125 90 94 17 37 70
2022-23 NW Florida State 34 965 333 121-238 13-51 52-75 38 80 118 99 73 7 34 78
2021-22 New Mexico 31 469 130 35-76 7-29 39-51 22 48 70 24 59 17 23 24
2020-21 TCU 26 457 117 25-57 18-47 13-23 7 32 39 34 42 5 14 34
Totals 162 3859 1553 439-952 141-450 252-363 108 398 506 359 348 69 148 271

Averages

Year Team G MIN PTS 2FGP 3FGP FT RO RD RT AS PF BS ST TO
2024-25 Arkansas State 34 29.8 14.7 0.428 0.303 0.672 0.9 3.6 4.5 3.3 2.4 0.7 1.2 1.9
2023-24 Arkansas State 37 25.8 12.8 0.461 0.338 0.719 0.3 3.1 3.4 2.4 2.5 0.5 1.0 1.9
2022-23 NW Florida State 34 28.4 9.8 0.508 0.255 0.693 1.1 2.4 3.5 2.9 2.1 0.2 1.0 2.3
2021-22 New Mexico 31 15.1 4.2 0.461 0.241 0.765 0.7 1.5 2.3 0.8 1.9 0.5 0.7 0.8
2020-21 TCU 26 17.6 4.5 0.439 0.383 0.565 0.3 1.2 1.5 1.3 1.6 0.2 0.5 1.3
Totals 162 23.8 9.6 0.461 0.313 0.694 0.7 2.5 3.1 2.2 2.1 0.4 0.9 1.7