Joey Haywood Signs with Rainmen

Published on November 4, 2011 under National Basketball League of Canada (NBL Canada)
Halifax Rainmen News Release


(Halifax, NS) The Halifax Rainmen have signed 6'1'' Canadian point guard, Joey Haywood to the 2011-12 roster.

"We are extraordinarily excited to have a player of Joey's caliber bringing his talents home to Canada," said Halifax Rainmen President & CEO, Andre Levingston. "Joey is one of the best players in the country. He's a tremendous talent who is very explosive. We are looking forward to having him as part of the Rainmen organization this season."

Haywood was the leading scorer for the CIS last season, and also earned the title of Most Valuable Player in the AUS.

"It's exciting to have someone from my alma mater join the Rainmen roster for the first time in our franchise's history," said Jad Crnogorac, VP of Playing and Community Relations. "Saint Mary's has an exceptional basketball history, and we are so excited to add another well known and highly respected Canadian athlete to our team."

Haywood will join the team in their regular season debut at the Halifax Metro Centre tomorrow at 7:00 p.m. versus the London Lightning. Single game tickets are available at Ticket Atlantic locations and at the Metro Centre Box Office.

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