CALGARY SURGE ADD PHYSICAL BIG MAN JAVONTE BROWN TO 2025 ROSTER
JUNE 13 - The Calgary Surge have added another dominant interior presence to their frontcourt, signing Canadian center Javonte Brown for the 2025 CEBL season.
Brown, a 7’0”, 240-pound native of Toronto, ON, is a mobile big man known for his shot-blocking, rebounding, and soft touch around the rim. His length and agility make him a valuable interior piece on both ends of the floor.
Brown most recently played for the University of Rhode Island during the 2024-25 NCAA season, where he started all 31 games. He averaged 8.1 points and 5.8 rebounds in just over 20 minutes per game, while shooting 65% from the field. He posted a season-high 21 points and ten rebounds against Temple, and recorded multiple blocks in key conference matchups.
Prior to joining the Rams, Brown played at Western Michigan (2022–23), Texas A&M (2021–22), and UConn (2020–21), gaining valuable experience across several top-tier NCAA Division I programs. At Texas A&M, he made 11 starts and helped the team reach the NIT Championship Game. Across his collegiate career, he developed under elite coaching staffs and competed in multiple Power Five and mid-major conferences.
Originally ranked as one of Canada’s top prep prospects, Brown starred at Thornlea Secondary School in Ontario before transferring to national powerhouse Findlay Prep in Nevada. He also represented Canada at the youth national team level and was a member of the U19 team that competed at the FIBA World Cup.
“Javonte brings the kind of size, presence, and interior force that every team needs,” said Surge General Manager Shane James. “He rebounds, defends, finishes inside, and gives us another serious anchor down low. We’re excited to welcome him to Calgary.”
“I’m grateful to be in a position to help an already highly competitive team, push towards a Championship,” said Brown. “Calgary is a beautiful city and I’m excited to take in the culture and engage with our passionate fanbase.”
Brown becomes the latest addition to a growing list of high-level collegiate and pro talent joining the Surge for 2025 as the team prepares for another deep CEBL run.
Tickets for the Calgary Surge’s ‘TRILOGY’ season are now available at
calgarysurge.ca. This season includes regular season games at WinSport Event Centre and marquee events at the Westerner Park Centrium in Red Deer (June 19) and the Scotiabank Saddledome (July 9 & August 10).
About the Calgary Surge
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 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, entertainment, and arts and culture. Over two seasons, the Surge have made back-to-back CEBL Championship Weekend appearances, were crowned Western Conference Champions in 2023, hold the league’s single-game attendance record, and have sent over 4000 deserving kids and families to their games for free. Fans can expect even more excitement for 2025! 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 75% of its rosters being Canadian and a record 12 players with NBA experience in 2024. Players also bring experience from the NBA G League, top international pro leagues, the Canadian National team program, NCAA programs, as well as U SPORTS and CCAA. More than 20 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 with games broadcast live on CEBL+, TSN, TSN+, RDS, Game+, Next Level Sports & Entertainment and Courtside1891. More information about the CEBL is available at CEBL.ca and @cebleague on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, LinkedIn, Facebook & YouTube.
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