Niagara River Lions (NBL Canada) tabbed 29-year old American power forward Sam Muldrow (206-104kg-88, college: S.Carolina). It is actually his comeback to River Lions as he has played here before. Muldrow supposed to play at BiG Oettinger Rockets Gotha in German ProA, but left the team in Nov.'16. In 10 games he averaged 5.3ppg, 4.6rpg and 2.8bpg this season. The last season Muldrow played at River Lions where in 18 NBL Canada games he had 9.9ppg, 6.8rpg, 1.1apg and 3.3bpg. He can count that season as a very successful as was selected to USBasket.com All-NBL Canada Honorable Mention. Muldrow also played earlier that season for Peja (SuperLeague) in Kosovo. In 11 games he recorded 7.5ppg and 4.4rpg. He also played 6 games in Balkan League where he got 6.3ppg and 3.3rpg. Muldrow also spent pre-season at Keravnos (Division A) in Cypriot league earlier that year. He has tried to make it to the NBA and played in the NBA Pro Summer League in 2012. Among other achievements Muldrow's team made it to the Ukrainian Cup Final Four in 2014. He received also All-SEC Defensive Player of the Year award back in 2011 at his college time. Muldrow is a very experienced player. And here thanks to pro basketball he experienced life in seven different countries playing on three different continents. He is familiar with European, Latin American and of course North American leagues. Muldrow has played previously professionally in France (ALM Evreux), Greece (Aris), Lithuania (P.Zvaigzdes), Serbia (Metalac), Ukraine (DniproAzot) and Dominican Republic (Titanes Licey). He attended University of South Carolina until 2011 and it is his sixth season in pro basketball.
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The Niagara River Lions have withdrawn from the National Basketball League of Canada in favour of a new circuit founded by the club's CEO, the newly formed Canadian Elite Basketball League. River Lions CEO Richard Petko is the founder of the new league, which will begin its season in May of 2019. 'There were a number of variables that went into this decision, and it wasn't taken without thorough examination and thought, said River Lions public relations manager Michelle Biskup [read more]
The Niagara River Lions have withdrawn from the National Basketball League of Canada in favour of a new circuit founded by the club's CEO, the newly formed Canadian Elite Basketball League. River Lions CEO Richard Petko is the founder of the new league, which will begin its season in May of 2019. 'There were a number of variables that went into this decision, and it wasn't taken without thorough examination and thought,' said River Lions public relations manager Michelle Biskup. The River Lions notified the NBL of its departure on Friday. 'Many of the details are based on the league's business model and operations, and are proprietary in nature. Therefore, I can't get into specifics around how and why this decision was made,' said Biskup. 'A team owner has the right to opt out after a period of time, and that right was exercised only once all obligations to the ownership group were completely fulfilled,' added Biskup. 'We're excited for the Niagara region to join us on this new journey and wish the NBL Canada nothing but the best.' The River Lions join Hamilton, Guelph, Edmonton, Saskatoon, and Abbotsford in the CEBL. They will continue to play their games in the Meridian Centre. 'From their opening tip off in 2015, the Niagara River Lions have been an outstanding partner of the Meridian Centre,' said Jeff Dixon, general manager of the Meridian Centre. 'The River Lions have provided local fans with top level, entertaining, family fun basketball. The Meridian Centre is thrilled to continue to grow and support our partnership with the River Lions as they enter the Canadian Elite Basketball League. The future of basketball in St. Catharines is exciting.' Courtesy of: niagarathisweek.com
Bob Johnston, vice-president of basketball operations for The Sudbury Five, has announced two additions to the team's front office staff. Jennifer McGillivray and Roberto Bagnato are helping the team plan for its inaugural season in the National Basketball League of Canada, to tip off late in the fall [read more]
Bob Johnston, vice-president of basketball operations for The Sudbury Five, has announced two additions to the team's front office staff. Jennifer McGillivray and Roberto Bagnato are helping the team plan for its inaugural season in the National Basketball League of Canada, to tip off late in the fall. 'Having two high-calibre people like Jennifer and Roberto is an exciting complement on the front office side of the business as we work hard to finalize the basketball operations first few hires,' Johnston said in a statement. 'There is a lot of work ahead, from league meetings, to hiring the new coach and an exciting summer and fall of roll out activities and these two professionals are helping lead the way.' McGillivray was born in Elliot Lake and has spent several years working in arts management, including three seasons as the executive director of the Sudbury Symphony Orchestra. Bagnato, born and raised in Sudbury, joins The Five after a year with the Pittsburgh Penguins in their youth hockey department. He's no stranger to SW Sports and Entertainment, the Five's parent organization, having worked for several years with the Sudbury Wolves hockey club. The NBL of Canada recently completed its seventh season, with the London Lightning crowned as champions. The 2018-19 schedule is expected to be released this summer. Courtesy of: thesudburystar.com
Finals MVP: Doug Herring Jr. (6'3''-G-87) of London L. Player of the Year: Carl English (6'5''-G-81) of St.John's E. Rookie of the Year: Jaylon Tate (6'3''-G-95) of Niagara RL Defensive Player of the Year: Du'Vaughn Maxwell (201-F-91) of Island S. Domestic Player of the Year: Carl English (6'5''-G-81) of St.John's E. Sixt Man of the Year: Ta'Quan Zimmerman (6'2''-G-91) of Halifax H. Newcomer of the Year: Franklin Session (6'2''-G-89) of Island S. Coach of the Year: Mike Leslie of Halifax H.
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