THE CALGARY SURGE SIGN JUSTIN LEWIS, 6’7’’ FORWARD FROM TOWSON, MARYLAND
MAY 1 – The Calgary Surge have signed six-foot-seven forward Justin Lewis for the 2024 season, the team announced Tuesday.
Lewis recently played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) G-League, splitting the season between the Salt Lake City Stars and the Windy City Bulls. Lewis averaged 5.2 points, 3.2 rebounds, 0.8 assists, 0.2 steals, and 14.3 minutes in 29 games played with the Stars. While with the Chicago Bulls during the NBA G-League’s Showcase Cup, he averaged 7.3 points, 3.2 rebounds, 1.0 assists, 0.6 steals, and 26.5 minutes in 14 games played.
He brings additional experience from the NBA, having played for the Chicago Bulls during the 2023-24 preseason and the NBA Summer League.
“Justin Lewis brings a level of toughness to our team. He’s a fierce competitor that wants to win by any means necessary. He will be relied upon to provide offensive versatility at the 3, 4 and 5 positions,” said Surge General Manager, Shane James. “His ability to guard all positions allows us to switch when needed without giving up any mismatches.”
The forward from Towson, Maryland attended Marquette University, playing his freshman and sophomore years for the Golden Eagles where he averaged 12.3 points, 6.7 rebounds, 1.2 assists, 0.7 steals, and 26.6 minutes in 53 games played in the NCAA.
“I am very excited to play for the Surge this season,” said Surge forward Justin Lewis. “Can’t wait to come and visit Canada for the first time and get to work!”
Prior to his time at Marquette, he graduated from Baltimore Polytechnic Institute, winning two-straight state titles in 2018 and 2019.
Fans can now purchase tickets to the 2024 Season Opener at the Scotiabank Saddledome at www.calgarysurge.ca/surge2thedome.
Single game tickets for the remainder of the 2024 Calgary Surge season are now available at https://www.calgarysurge.ca/single-game-tickets.
About the Calgary Surge
The Calgary Surge tipped off their inaugural season at WinSport Event Centre in May 2023, after originating the Guelph Nighthawks, one of the founding members of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL). From day one, the Surge have been committed to being the Home Team for Calgary and a space where everyone is welcome.
The Calgary Surge are active members of the community and have participated in a few hundred events (and counting) around the city that connect the team with diverse communities through sport and entertainment. In their inaugural season, the Surge finished 1st overall in the Western Conference and were crowned Western Conference Champions in the playoffs. For more information, visit www.calgarysurge.ca.
About the Canadian Elite Basketball League
A league created by Canadians for Canadians with a mission to develop Canadian players, coaches, sports executives, and referees, the CEBL boasts the highest percentage of Canadian players of any pro league in the country with 73% of its 2023 rosters being Canadian. Players bring experience from the NBA, NBA G League, top international pro leagues, the Canadian National team program, and top NCAA programs as well as U SPORTS. Fourteen players have signed NBA contracts following a CEBL season, and numerous CEBL players attend NBA G League training camps every year. The CEBL season runs from May through August. More information about the CEBL is available at CEBL.ca and @cebleague on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, LinkedIn, Facebook & YouTube.
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Hilary Fontus
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Calgary Surge
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Champion Communications
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