The Manitoba Colleges Athletic Conference (MCAC) basketball season will conclude on Sunday, February 15, with championship finals in both women’s and men’s competition, featuring the league’s top programs in a split-site doubleheader hosted by Providence University College in Niverville and Canadian Mennonite University in Winnipeg.
WOMEN’S CHAMPIONSHIP – SEASON REVIEW AND FINALS PREVIEW
The MCAC Women’s Basketball Final will see the Providence University College Pilots host the Canadian Mennonite University Blazers at Providence University College in Niverville.
Providence enters the final as the conference’s regular-season leader after completing an undefeated 8–0 MCAC campaign. The Pilots established themselves through physical play, rebounding control, and disciplined execution, consistently dictating games at both ends of the floor. Their ability to limit second-chance opportunities and convert efficiently in half-court situations set the tone throughout the season.
The Pilots’ roster features multiple contributors who shaped their conference run. Faith LaRocque was a central figure on both ends of the court, ranking among the league leaders in scoring, rebounding, steals, and shooting efficiency. Fiona Garcia and Mikaela Ramsay provided steady perimeter play and ball movement, while Lily Anderson and Sydney Last added depth, versatility, and defensive balance within Providence’s rotation.
Canadian Mennonite University arrives with offensive firepower and depth, having led the conference in total scoring. The Blazers were paced by Alyssa Doneza, the MCAC’s leading scorer and assist leader, while Sara Bergen anchored the interior as one of the conference’s top rebounders and shot blockers. CMU’s rotation also featured strong contributions from Betty Girmay and Chanelle Lafreniere on the perimeter, with Keera Howden and Abby Morydz providing size, rebounding, and physicality in the frontcourt. The Blazers’ ability to stretch the floor and push tempo presents a contrasting challenge to Providence’s physical, rebounding-focused approach.
Women’s Championship Game Summary
- Teams: Providence University College Pilots vs Canadian Mennonite University Blazers
- Date: Sunday, February 15, 2026
- Time: 3:00 pm
- Location: Providence University College, Niverville, Manitoba
- Livestream Link: CLICK HERE
MEN’S CHAMPIONSHIP – SEASON REVIEW AND FINALS PREVIEW
The MCAC Men’s Basketball Final will be hosted by the Canadian Mennonite University Blazers as they welcome the Université de Saint-Boniface Les Rouges to the Loewen Athletic Centre in Winnipeg.
Canadian Mennonite University enters the final seeking to complete a three-peat as MCAC men’s champions after capturing the previous two conference titles. The Blazers finished the regular season unbeaten in conference play, relying on depth, physicality, and consistent control of the paint. CMU led the league in offensive production and rebounding, regularly dictating tempo in half-court play.
Offensively, the Blazers were led by Mekhi Lisan, with perimeter support from Marco Guarino and Derian Castaneda. Lance Catipon and Braden Fernandez added scoring balance and defensive pressure, while CMU’s interior presence and experience in championship settings have been defining traits throughout the season.
Université de Saint-Boniface arrives in the final after a competitive regular season, finishing with a .500 conference record. The Rouges featured multiple players among the MCAC statistical leaders, highlighted by Jean Nzekoue’s scoring production and ability to attack from multiple levels. Lebron Sarmiento provided defensive stability and versatility, while Russell Mboda added strength and rebounding inside. Guard play from Abel Michael and T.J. Cupuno helped drive tempo and ball movement, giving Saint-Boniface the tools to challenge CMU’s structured approach.
The men’s final brings together two programs with recent championship experience, contrasting CMU’s physical, half-court execution against Saint-Boniface’s pace, perimeter scoring, and defensive pressure.
Men’s Championship Game Summary
- Teams: Canadian Mennonite University Blazers vs Université de Saint-Boniface Les Rouges
- Date: Sunday, February 15, 2026
- Time: 7:00 pm
- Location: Loewen Athletic Centre, Canadian Mennonite University, Winnipeg, Manitoba
- Livestream Link: CLICK HERE
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