AS PRINTED IN TOMORROW’S CALGARY HERALD (in compliance with Elections Alberta guidelines) On October 19th, Albertans will be asked a fundamental question about the future of our province and its place in Canada. As one of the owners of the Calgary Surge, I have decided to do something unprecedented for our organization: publicly encourage our fans, our community, and Albertans to vote Option 1: Alberta should remain a province of Canada. I recognize how unusual this is. Sport should be a sanctuary from the constant noise of politics. People come to the arena to cheer, compete, laugh, and belong. They shouldn't have to agree on politics to stand together behind a team. I believe that. I also believe there are moments when an organization has a responsibility to explain what it stands for and why. The Surge exists because we believe in community, opportunity, and Canadian pride. We are proud members of the Canadian Elite Basketball League, a national professional league with 10 teams reaching from coast to coast to coast. Our business depends on people moving, working, competing, and building relationships across Canada. We recruit players, coaches, and staff from across Canada and around the world, asking them to make Alberta home and represent Calgary. We bring Canadian talent together with international competition, play the Canadian national anthem at every home game, and have taken the game beyond Calgary to communities including Red Deer, Lethbridge, and Saskatoon. We have also helped bring the first professional basketball game to Canada’s North. We are proudly Calgarian, proudly Albertan, and proudly Canadian. This past season, we intentionally placed the Canadian flag on all our retail apparel because that identity is part of who we are. We also recognize that some members of our community may disagree with our position, including those who support Alberta separating from Canada. They are part of our community too, and we respect their right to make their voices heard. But we think it is important that they understand why the Surge exists, what we value, and what brought this team to life. Our identity as a Canadian sports organization is not a campaign slogan. It is part of who we are and the foundation on which this product was built. Professional sport has a unique role in public life. A team can represent a city, while connecting it to a national community. It can create a shared experience among people who otherwise might have little in common. That does not mean every team should take a position on every political question. It does mean that, on occasion, the values and relationships that make professional sport possible are worth standing up for. Our fans are more than people who buy tickets. They are neighbours, parents, business owners, students, and community leaders. Together, they help shape the places we call home. We believe civic participation is part of that responsibility. So we are asking our fans to make their voice heard, and vote Option 1 on October 19th. Visit https://www.elections.ab.ca/ for official information about the referendum and how to participate. If this campaign is your first introduction to the Calgary Surge, welcome. We are a basketball team, but we are also an Alberta-based business with a national outlook and a deep commitment to the communities that make our work possible. I understand the risk of speaking publicly on a divisive issue. But I also believe silence is a choice. The Surge is not becoming a political organization. We intend to remain what we have always been: a team that believes sport can bring people together and that the communities and country we represent are worth investing in. Some things are bigger than the game. For us, Canada is one of them. Jason Ribeiro, Ph.D., is the Co-Chairman & President of REAL Entertainment & Culture Inc. and the 2x Western Conference Champions, Calgary Surge Professional Basketball Club.

Dear Calgary, Every season tells a story. Some chapters unfold exactly as you imagined. Others force you to rewrite the ending in real time. As we prepare for our final home game of the 2026 season on Friday, I've found myself reflecting on just how much this team, this organization, and this community have endured and accomplished together over the past few months. Professional sports and live events have a funny way of testing you. There are moments when everything seems to be going your way. There are also moments that challenge your belief, your patience, and your resolve. This season gave us plenty of both. But what has always defined the Calgary Surge isn't whether adversity arrives…it’s how we respond. When circumstances demanded more from our players, coaches, and staff, they answered. When our backs were against the wall, our locker room stayed together. And when many counted us out, this group found its identity, finishing the season as one of the hottest teams in the country. Nonetheless, after three consecutive Championship Weekend appearances, we faced a reality that every professional sports organization eventually encounters: the pursuit of sustained success is never guaranteed. We ultimately fell just short of our goal of returning to the playoffs. And while that result is disappointing, it does not define the character of this team or the commitment of the people who built it. Our resilience is not accidental. It is built on trust, culture, and a shared belief in one another. This season, that belief was strengthened by something we've never had before: the largest returning core of players in franchise history. Familiar faces became leaders. Relationships became chemistry. Chemistry became confidence. Watching this group grow together has been one of the greatest privileges of my career. Of course, our story has never been confined to forty minutes on a basketball court. This year, the Calgary Surge continued to prove that our mission extends far beyond the final buzzer. We brought professional basketball to Lethbridge. We made our return to both Red Deer and the Calgary Stampede. Together with the Saskatoon Mamba, we helped make history in Whitehorse, Yukon by hosting the first-ever professional basketball game in Canada's North. Here at home, we continued investing in the city that has embraced us from day one. In partnership with the City of Calgary, Cadillac Fairview, MNP Community and Sport Centre, and countless other partners, we are transforming public spaces into places where young people can play, learn, and fall in love with basketball. Through free clinics, 3-on-3 tournaments, and community programming, thousands of Calgarians will continue to connect through sport in the heart of our city. Every stop, every activation, and every handshake reminded us why this organization exists: to reflect, entertain, and unite communities through the power of basketball and the arts. Whether we were playing in Calgary or creating unforgettable moments across Western Canada and the North, your support followed us everywhere we went. For that, we are incredibly grateful. As remarkable as these experiences have been, nothing compares to playing at home. Walking into WinSport Event Centre and seeing familiar faces game after game never gets old. Season Ticket Members who have been with us since day one. Families introducing their children to professional basketball for the very first time. Volunteers, artists, partners, and fans who have helped shape the identity of this club. Together, you've built something that feels uniquely Calgary. Now, we have one final opportunity to celebrate it together. Fan Appreciation Night has always been about more than saying thank you. It's our opportunity to recognize the people who have stood beside us through every high and every low. Before we turn our attention to what's next, we get one more night together. One more opportunity to cheer, celebrate, and recognize the community that has made the Calgary Surge one of the most special organizations in Canadian sport. On behalf of our players, coaches, basketball operations staff, front office, volunteers, corporate partners, and everyone who proudly wears the Calgary Surge logo, thank you. We'll see you at WinSport on Friday, July 31 st vs. the Niagara River Lions. Yours, Dylan Howe Team President, Calgary Surge

JUNE 9 — The Calgary Surge have relieved Head Coach Perry Huang of his duties. The organization thanks Perry for his leadership and contributions and wish him and his family the very best moving forward. “Our organization remains focused on competing at the highest level and experiencing the success we’re accustomed to,” said Team President, Dylan Howe. “We believe the change in direction allows us to move forward in pursuit of those goals.”  Information regarding coaching responsibilities will be communicated at a later date. About REAL Entertainment & Culture Inc. & the Calgary Surge REAL Entertainment & Culture Inc. (REC) is a professional sports and live entertainment company co-founded by Jason Ribeiro that operates the Calgary Surge Professional Basketball Club and REAL Studios. The Calgary Surge tipped off their inaugural season at WinSport Event Centre in May 2023, after originating as the Guelph Nighthawks, one of the founding members of the CanadianElite Basketball League (CEBL). The 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, entertainment, and arts and culture. Over three seasons, the Surge have made three straight CEBL Championship Weekend appearances, were crowned Western Conference Champions in 2023 and 2025, hold the league’s single-game attendance record, and have sent over 6500 deserving kids and families to their games for free. For more information, visit www.calgarysurge.ca . About the CEBL The Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) is Canada’s professional basketball league, with 10 member clubs across six provinces. Blending global innovation with local connection, the league is redefining how the game is played and experienced while rooting its teams deeply in communities coast to coast. With a fan base of 4.1 million Canadians – up 57 per cent since 2022 – the CEBL has cultivated Canada’s youngest basketball audience, with more than half of its fans aged 34 or younger. Its rapid growth reflects its ability to connect authentically with a new generation of basketball fans while expanding the sport’s cultural footprint nationwide. In 2025, the CEBL featured 17 players with NBA experience, and nearly 70 per cent of its athletes were Canadian – the highest proportion of domestic talent in any professional sports league in the country. To date, nearly 40 players have signed NBA contracts following CEBL seasons, which run from May through August. Visit CEBL.ca or follow @cebleague on social media. Media Contact: Karina Castellanos Feijoó Manager, Projects & Administration Calgary Surge 647-916-3594; [email protected]

April 30 — The Calgary Surge of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) announced today the signing of American guard Jon Elmore for the upcoming 2026 CEBL season. The Charleston, West Virginia native joins the Surge following an impressive professional journey that includes NBA G League experience with the affiliate teams of the Miami Heat, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Sacremento Kings and international play. Most recently, Elmore won an NBA G League Championship with the Stockton Kings in 2025, showcasing his high-level scoring ability and playmaking instincts against elite competition. The 6-foot-3 guard is best known for his standout collegiate career at Marshall University, where he became one of the most decorated players in program history. Elmore finished his NCAA Division I career with over 2,500 points and 800 assists, becoming one of only a handful of players in NCAA history to reach those milestones. During his senior season, he averaged 20.6 points, 6.7 assists, and 5.2 rebounds per game, earning All-Conference USA First Team honors. “We’re thrilled to welcome Jon to the Calgary Surge organization,” said Shane James, General Manager of the Calgary Surge. “Jon is an elite competitor with a proven ability to score and create for others. His leadership, experience, and offensive skillset will make an immediate impact on our team as we prepare for the 2026 season.” Following his collegiate career, Elmore has built a strong professional résumé with stops across Europe, where he has consistently been a top offensive performer. Known for his deep shooting range, court vision, and ability to control the tempo, he brings a dynamic presence to the Surge backcourt. “I’m excited for the opportunity to join the Calgary Surge and compete in the CEBL,” said Elmore. “I’ve heard great things about the league and the fans in Calgary. I’m ready to bring energy, leadership, and a winning mentality to the team and help build something special this season.” In addition to his scoring prowess, Elmore has demonstrated his ability to contribute across all areas of the game, regularly filling the stat sheet with assists, rebounds, and clutch performances throughout his career. The Calgary Surge tip off their 2026 CEBL season this spring. Training camp roster announcements will be shared soon. Single-game tickets for the Calgary Surge’s “OVERDRIVE” season are now available to the general public. Visit calgarysurge.ca/single-game-tickets for more details. About REAL Entertainment & Culture Inc. & the Calgary Surge REAL Entertainment & Culture Inc. (REC) is a professional sports and live entertainment company co-founded by Jason Ribeiro that operates the Calgary Surge Professional Basketball Club and REAL Studios. The Calgary Surge tipped off their inaugural season at WinSport Event Centre in May 2023, after originating as the Guelph Nighthawks, one of the founding members of the CanadianElite Basketball League (CEBL). The 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, entertainment, and arts and culture. Over three seasons, the Surge have made three straight CEBL Championship Weekend appearances, were crowned Western Conference Champions in 2023 and 2025, hold the league’s single-game attendance record, and have sent over 6500 deserving kids and families to their games for free. For more information, visit www.calgarysurge.ca . About the CEBL The Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) is Canada’s professional basketball league, with 10 member clubs across six provinces. Blending global innovation with local connection, the league is redefining how the game is played and experienced while rooting its teams deeply in communities coast to coast. With a fan base of 4.1 million Canadians – up 57 per cent since 2022 – the CEBL has cultivated Canada’s youngest basketball audience, with more than half of its fans aged 34 or younger. Its rapid growth reflects its ability to connect authentically with a new generation of basketball fans while expanding the sport’s cultural footprint nationwide. In 2025, the CEBL featured 17 players with NBA experience, and nearly 70 per cent of its athletes were Canadian – the highest proportion of domestic talent in any professional sports league in the country. To date, nearly 40 players have signed NBA contracts following CEBL seasons, which run from May through August. Visit CEBL.ca or follow @cebleague on social media. Media Contact: Karina Castellanos Feijoó Manager, Projects & Administration Calgary Surge 647-916-3594; [email protected]

April 30 — The Calgary Surge of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) announced today the signing of Canadian forward, Addison Patterson, for the upcoming 2026 CEBL season. The Mississauga, Ontario, native joins the Surge for the 2025-26 season following a productive season with Eastern Michigan in NCAA DI. The 6-foot-7 forward started all his 31 games played, ranking second on the team in total points (425) and assists (81). Highlighted by a 32-point performance against Kent State. “We’re excited to welcome Addison to the Calgary Surge organization,” said Shane James, General Manager of the Calgary Surge. “His experience across top NCAA programs, combined with his size and versatility, makes him a strong addition to our roster as we continue building a competitive team for the 2026 season.” In addition to his offensive consistency this past season, Patterson put his own stamp on the defensive side of the ball, ranking first on the team in total steals (34) and third on the team in total rebounds (165). Highlighted by a career-high eight steals against Kent State. Due to his impactful season in 2025-26, Patterson was rewarded with a place on the All-Southland Second Team. “I’m grateful for the opportunity to join the Calgary Surge and compete in the CEBL,” said Patterson. “Coming back to play professionally in Canada means a lot to me, and I’m ready to bring energy, versatility, and a team-first mindset every time I step on the floor. I’m looking forward to connecting with the fans and helping the Surge have a successful season.” In addition to playing in Eastern Michigan, Patterson played for Northwestern State (2023-25), Tallahassee Community College (2022-23), and the University of Oregon (2019-20). Over the course of seven years, Patterson averaged 10.6 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 2.2 rebounds–cementing him as an all-around talented player. Prior to his collegiate career, Patterson played for Bella Vista College Prep in Scottsdale, Arizona, while also representing Canada as a part of the U18 AmeriCup and U17 World Cup in 2018 as a 16-year-old. He averaged 16.0 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game, which helped lead Canada to a second place and fourth place finish in the tournaments. The Calgary Surge tip off their 2026 CEBL season this spring. Additional roster announcements and schedule details will be shared in the coming weeks. Single-game tickets for the Calgary Surge’s “OVERDRIVE” season are now available to the general public. Visit calgarysurge.ca/single-game-tickets for more details. About REAL Entertainment & Culture Inc. & the Calgary Surge REAL Entertainment & Culture Inc. (REC) is a professional sports and live entertainment company co-founded by Jason Ribeiro that operates the Calgary Surge Professional Basketball Club and REAL Studios. The Calgary Surge tipped off their inaugural season at WinSport Event Centre in May 2023, after originating as the Guelph Nighthawks, one of the founding members of the CanadianElite Basketball League (CEBL). The 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, entertainment, and arts and culture. Over three seasons, the Surge have made three straight CEBL Championship Weekend appearances, were crowned Western Conference Champions in 2023 and 2025, hold the league’s single-game attendance record, and have sent over 6500 deserving kids and families to their games for free. For more information, visit www.calgarysurge.ca . About the CEBL The Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) is Canada’s professional basketball league, with 10 member clubs across six provinces. Blending global innovation with local connection, the league is redefining how the game is played and experienced while rooting its teams deeply in communities coast to coast. With a fan base of 4.1 million Canadians – up 57 per cent since 2022 – the CEBL has cultivated Canada’s youngest basketball audience, with more than half of its fans aged 34 or younger. Its rapid growth reflects its ability to connect authentically with a new generation of basketball fans while expanding the sport’s cultural footprint nationwide. In 2025, the CEBL featured 17 players with NBA experience, and nearly 70 per cent of its athletes were Canadian – the highest proportion of domestic talent in any professional sports league in the country. To date, nearly 40 players have signed NBA contracts following CEBL seasons, which run from May through August. Visit CEBL.ca or follow @cebleague on social media. Media Contact: Karina Castellanos Feijoó Manager, Projects & Administration Calgary Surge 647-916-3594; [email protected]