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NBL Canada St. John's Edge

Edge Return Home for Opening Weekend

November 22, 2018 - National Basketball League of Canada (NBL Canada)
St. John's Edge News Release


St. John's, NL - St. John's Edge of the National Basketball League of Canada (NBLC), will tip-off their home opening game on Friday, November 23rd at 7:00 PM at Mile One Centre, with gates opening at 5:30pm for a performance by The Navigators to kick off the 2018-19 season. The Edge will then suit up for a matinee on Sunday, November 25th at 3:30pm with a special Family-Themed game day.

After reaching the Divisional Final in their inaugural season, The St. John's Edge will look to improve on their 25-15 record from last season (14-6 at Home). The team's roster, led by new Head Coach Doug Plumb and reigning MVP of the NBL Canada, Carl English, includes returnee's: Dez Lee and Jarryn Skeete, with newcomers: Junior Cadougan, Kevin Zabo, Maurice Jones Sr., Jared Nickens and Guillaume Boucard added to the mix. The team has also added some veteran presence with players such as Todd Brown Jr., Diego Kapelan, Keith Wright Jr. and Maverick Morgan. With of course one of the most notable signings from this off-season being the 7'2" sensation Satnam Singh. [Player Bio's: https://bit.ly/2FLkYRc]

The organization has worked diligently in the off-season to build on their exceptional fan experience and to again provide one of the best atmospheres in the NBL Canada. Refurbished suites, additional courtside seating, and a newly remodeled dressing room are just some of the added features this season.

The team will also be sporting a new look, with a brand-new Nike jersey design for both at home and on the road. These will be available for purchase starting on Opening Weekend, along with several new pieces of EDGE Gear to meet the needs of Edge fans both young and old.

"I am excited for the kickoff of our 2018-2019 season. We have built a strong team with strong fundamentals and players with great character. With our home town fans and the St. John's community by our side we will go a long way. I look forward to seeing you all at the Home Opener. It looks to be an exciting night as we welcome back local hero and reigning NBL Canada MVP Carl English, head coach Doug plumb, and welcome to the rock 7'2" Satnam Singh from India. It will be a great time to also meet our new additions to the roster and see familiar faces on Friday night." - Owner, Irwin Simon

"It will definitely be an amazing weekend, the fans and the city have had a buzz about this for over a month now and we are excited to play in front of our fans here on the rock. It is a homecoming for Dez Lee and Jarryn Skeete, but also will be eye opening for our new players as they get to see what makes St. John's the best city to play in. For me it's an honour to be back for another season, Looking forward to seeing all of our fans at Mile One Centre Friday and Sunday!" - Carl English

Opening Weekend tickets are available for purchase in person at the Mile One Centre Box Office, online at www.mileonecentre.com and or by telephone at 709-576-7657. For more information on St. John's Edge, visit www.sjedge.ca and for group sales contact: Kelsey Brazil at kelsey@nlse.ca.



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