Sudbury Five
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Wikipedia - Sudbury Five
The Sudbury Five are a Canadian professional basketball team based in Sudbury, Ontario that play in the Basketball Super League (BSL). The team is owned by Sudbury Wolves Sports and play at the Sudbury Community Arena.
History
The team was originally approved by the National Basketball League of Canada (NBL Canada) to begin play for the 2017–18 season, but was pushed back to the 2018–19 season. The organization announced their team name, Sudbury Five, and colours in May 2018. Logan Stutz was named the team's first general manager and head coach on 9 August. The team took part in the 2018 entry draft with the other nine NBL Canada teams and later received the Niagara River Lions' protected player list after that team left the league.
The team's second season was curtailed by the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and the following 2020–21 season was cancelled by the league. In 2021, general manager and head coach Logan Stutz was hired by the Boston College Eagles as director of player development and left the Five. He was replaced by assistant coach Elliott Etherington.
The team's name, "Sudbury Five," pays homage to the five major lakes in the Sudbury area, which are an important part of the region's natural beauty and heritage. The team's colors are blue, green, and white, representing the lakes and forests that surround the city.
The Sudbury Five have quickly become a force to be reckoned with in the NBL, consistently making deep playoff runs and challenging for the league championship. The team's roster is filled with talented players from Canada and around the world, who bring a diverse range of skills and playing styles to the court.
Fans of the Sudbury Five can expect an exciting and fast-paced brand of basketball, as the team is known for their high-scoring offense and tenacious defense. Whether you're a die-hard basketball fan or just looking for a fun night out, the Sudbury Five offer an entertaining and thrilling experience for all.