NBL Canada to name 10th Anniversary All-Time Team
As part of its 10th anniversary season, the NBL of Canada will announce an ‘all-time team’ of 10 players, beginning next week. They’ll be the inaugural members of the new NBLC Hall of Fame.
NBLC action from the 2018-19 season. (Photo: Bill Boswell / London Lightning).
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The National Basketball League of Canada (NBLC) will reveal its 10th Anniversary All-Time Team, comprised of the 10 greatest players in league history, during special online presentations on the league homepage (nblcanada.ca) and social media channels from April 5-14.
The 10th Anniversary All-Time Team will be the first inductees into the newly created NBLC Hall of Fame. The Hall will be a virtual environment housed on the league website commemorating the players, coaches, executives, builders, and media members who have contributed to the league.
The 10 members of the team, representing a cross-section of teams, positions, and eras of the NBLC’s history, will be announced one player per day leading up to NBLC-TBL All-Star Weekend, April 15-16 in Syracuse, N.Y. The team was selected by a 13-person committee of former league personnel, coaches, and front office staff.
“In the last decade, we have witnessed a constellation of stars pass through the NBL Canada. I cannot think of a better moment to celebrate the brightest among them than during our anniversary season when the eyes of the game are on the league,” said Audley Stephenson, NBL Canada Vice-President of Basketball Operations. “This team truly showcases the game-changers in our league’s history.”
On April 15, NBLC-TV will air a documentary dedicated to its 10th Anniversary All-Time Team during a special episode of NBLC This Week, hosted by Aaron Sanders and Karis Mapp.
Players were selected to the NBLC 10th Anniversary All-Time Team based on numerous factors, including impact on the league, on-court play, longevity, representation of league values on and off the court, influence, and community involvement.
For the latest details on NBLC 10 celebrations throughout the season, including player profiles on each member of the 10th Anniversary All-Time Team after it is announced, visit nblcanada.ca.
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