The national event comes in a partnership with Basketball Manitoba, Canada Basketball and the University of Manitoba joining forces to welcome to top 250 basketball players at the 14-17 age range to Winnipeg.  

“Canada Basketball would like to congratulate the University of Manitoba for being awarded the National Championships event, working in partnership with Basketball Manitoba,” said Canada Basketball Executive Director and CEO Wayne Parrish. “As the national governing body for basketball, we are focused on the development and growth of the sport at all levels. The 17U & 15U National Championships provide an ideal forum to showcase the future of Canadian basketball and is an excellent opportunity for athletes to gain recognition and competitive experience.”

"We are very exited to be bringing one of the premier basketball events to Manitoba the next two summers!", exclaimed Basketball Manitoba Executive Director Adam Wedlake. "We as a province have a long history of putting on world-class events and this one will be no different!  Our national partner in Canada Basketball and our local partner in the University of Manitoba will allow us to put on the best show for the athletes, coaches, referees and visitors to our province!"

In learning of the successful bid to host the Championships, University of Manitoba Athletic Director Coleen Dufresne commented, "The University of Manitoba is honored to partner with Basketball Manitoba and Canada Basketball in hosting the Canada Basketball National Championships in both 2010 and 2011.  This will be a tremendous boost to basketball across our province and within our University programs.  The Championship is a great opportunity to showcase our University, our basketball programs and our Athletic facilities to the top young basketball players from across the country.  Bison Sports, Housing and Student Life as well as Food Services on campus will work together with Basketball Manitoba to deliver the best ever National Championship."

To stage an event of this nature, Basketball Manitoba is seeking help and support from the local basketball community!  In the coming month, we will begin our call out seeking volunteers to help showcase Manitoba to the country!  Volunteer opportunities will include areas such as...

• Equipment Management
  
• Facilities Preparation
• Minor Officials & Stats Crew
• Game Floor Support
• Medical
• Security
• Concessions & Merchandise Sales
  
• Hospitality
• Accreditation
• Communication, Media, Video, Photography
  
• Transportation
• Accommodations
• Meal Services
• Awards and Opening / Closing Ceremonies
• Public Address Announcing
  

Details on these volunteer opportunities will be coming out in the next month! 

SAVE THE DATE - AUGUST 3-7, 2010

IN WINNIPEG