St. Catharines, ON - The River Lions announced today the signing of 6’4 American guard Ron Curry ahead of the 2025 Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) season. Hailing from Pennsauken, New Jersey, Curry most recently played for Sporting Clube de Portugal of the Portuguese LBP (P-LPB) averaging 12.2 points, 4.8 rebounds, 5.2 assists, and 2.1 steals over 25 games in 2023-2024. After a season-ending knee injury last year, Curry is set to make both his return to the court and CEBL debut with the Niagara River Lions this season, bringing proven versatility and experience. “Ron is a very good player who can do a bit of everything on the basketball court,” said Head Coach and General Manager, Victor Raso. “He is an excellent decision maker, excellent defender, and he can create for himself and others. Ron has won championships all over Europe, and we expect him to bring his winning ways to Niagara.” Curry had a standout career at James Madison University, averaging 12.1 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 3.3 assists across 128 games. As a senior, he posted 17.3 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 3.6 assists in 33.4 minutes per game, earning First Team honors in both the NABC All-District (10) and All-CAA selections, along with CAA Defensive Team recognition. Professionally, Curry has built a reputation as a consistent winner. After launching his career in Slovenia with Krka Novo Mesto in 2016, he continued to thrive in Germany ( Telekom Baskets Bonn ), Hungary – winning a Hungarian NBIA championship with Falco-Vulcano Energia KC Szombathely – and Latvia, where he captured three titles in the 2021-2022 season with VEF Riga . He also spent time with Le Portel of the French Jeep Elite league before his most recent season in Portugal. Now, healthy and energized, Curry looks to make an immediate impact in Niagara. "I'm really appreciative of the opportunity to play with the River Lions,” said Curry. “I've heard nothing but good things about this organization and I can't wait to arrive and be a part of it all!” The Niagara River Lions are one of the original six teams of the CEBL and the league's reigning champions. Playing out of Meridian Centre in downtown St. Catharines, the River Lions represent the twelve municipalities of the Niagara Region while living up to the River Lions moniker of pride and strength of community. Visit www.riverlions.ca/tickets for more information. ### Media Contact: Mya Hastings Social Media & Marketing Coordinator mhastings@riverlions.ca

St. Catharines, ON - The Niagara River Lions announced today the signing of 6’5 American guard Ahmed Hill ahead of the 2025 Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) season. The Augusta, Georgia native is currently playing for Peristeri BC of the Greek HEBA A1 , averaging 6.3 points and 2.9 assists in 18.7 minutes per game. A proven scorer and consistent performer, Hill averaged 16.1 points and 4.2 rebounds during the 2024 CEBL season with the Montreal Alliance . He was named to the All-CEBL Second Team in both 2021 and 2023 and made league history in 2023 by becoming the first player to surpass 1,000 regular season points. “Having had the chance to coach against Ahmed for years, I have come to really respect the way he plays the game and the type of teammate he is,” said Head Coach and General Manager, Victor Raso. “While known for his scoring, I believe Ahmed impacts the game in many more ways than that, and with the role that he will have on this team, I know he will thrive. This is a big addition for our program and I'm very excited to have Ahmed on our side!” Hill spent his collegiate career at Virginia Tech University , playing four seasons for the Hokies where he averaged 11 points, 3.4 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 30 minutes per game. Hill also proved his excellence off the court as he was named to the 2018-2019 ACC Academic Honour Roll. He scored 15 points, including three 3-pointers, six rebounds, and an assist against Duke in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA tournament. Hill began his professional career by joining the Brooklyn Nets NBA Summer League team in 2019 where he gained valuable experience playing 18.2 minutes per game. He went on to sign with the Northern Arizona Suns of the NBA G-League , appearing in 40 games and posting averages of 9.7 points and 3.0 rebounds during the 2019-2020 campaign. During the 2020-2021 season Hill played 11 games for the Greensboro Swarm . Hill made his CEBL debut with the Guelph Nighthawks (now Calgary Surge) playing in the 2021 and 2022 seasons before joining the Montreal Alliance in 2023 and 2024. Internationally, Hill has expanded his professional resume by signing with Hydro Truck Radom of the Polish Basketball League (OBL) , BBC Bayreuth of Germany’s Basketball Bundesliga (G-BBL), Maroussi BC in Greece’s HEBA A1 league, Hapoel Upper Galilee Safed of Isreal’s Ligat Winner Sal and Yalovaspor Basketbol in Turkey’s Basketbol Super Ligi. "I’m Just excited and blessed to be part of this great organization. I'm locked in!" said Hill on joining the River Lions for the 2025 season. The Niagara River Lions are one of the original six teams of the CEBL and the league's reigning champions. Playing out of Meridian Centre in downtown St. Catharines, the River Lions represent the twelve municipalities of the Niagara Region while living up to the River Lions moniker of pride and strength of community. Visit www.riverlions.ca/tickets for more information. ### Media Contact: Mya Hastings Social Media & Marketing Coordinator mhastings@riverlions.ca

St. Catharines, ON - The Niagara River Lions announced today the signing of 6 '9 American forward Antonio Junior “AJ” Davis ahead of the 2025 Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) season. The Buford, Georgia native will return to Niagara after his most recent stint with the team in 2024, where he missed the majority of the season due to a hip injury. “Entering his 4th season with our program, AJ has played a crucial role in our culture both on and off the floor”, said Head Coach and General Manager, Victor Raso. “His leadership during his injury last season played a massive role in our championship, and we are excited to see him as a leader back on the floor in 2025.” In three seasons with the River Lions, Davis averaged 11 points, 5.3 rebounds and 2.3 assists in 46 games. He last played internationally during the 2023-2024 season for the Stella Artois Leuven Bears of the BNXT League in Belgium, where he averaged 11.9 points and 4.4 rebounds, shooting 42% shooting from beyond the arc. Davis started his college career at the University of Tennessee b efore transferring to the University of Central Florida (UCF) his sophomore year. In three seasons with the Knights, he averaged 10.8 points, 6.9 rebounds and 2.5 assists. Davis became an accomplished NCAA athlete, scoring 1030 points over his time in college, finishing 8th all-time in rebounds at UCF (633), and 7th in free throws (319). He earned Second Team All-Conference honours from NBC Sports and was named to The American Weekly Honour Roll five times during his senior year. Growing up, Davis was no stranger to the game of basketball; his father, Antonio Davis, was drafted 45th overall by the Indiana Pacers in the 1990 NBA draft. He played 13 seasons in the NBA with Indiana , Toronto , Chicago, and New York Knicks before becoming President of the NBA Players Association and an analyst for ESPN . AJ’s twin sister, Kaela Davis, plays for the Chicago Sky of the WNBA . Davis began his professional career in 2018 with KB Prishtina of the Kosovo Basketball Superleague , marking the start of an impressive international journey. Since then, he has built a résumé that spans multiple continents and competitive leagues. He has played in Australia with the Brisbane Bullets ( NBL Australia ), returned stateside with the Delaware Blue Coats and Stockton Kings in the NBA G League , and joined the Philadelphia 76ers for NBA Summer League action. Davis has also been a key contributor in the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, Sweden, Greece, and Germany—earning a championship with Mauricio Baez Club and making impactful stops with teams such as Real Estelí Baloncesto , BC Lulea , Nurnberg Falcons BC , and AS Apollon Patras . In 2022, Davis brought his veteran presence and versatility to the River Lions, joining for his first season in the CEBL. A member of the Niagara River Lions' 2024 CEBL championship-winning team, Davis appeared in four games before an injury sidelined him for the remainder of the year. Now fully recovered and entering his fourth season with the team, Davis is set to make his return to the court in 2025. "I’m grateful to be back with the River Lions for year 4! It's been a long road recovering from injury, but with surgery behind me, I'm healthy and more motivated than ever to get back on the floor and help bring another championship to Niagara!” Said Davis, “Thank you to all the fans and my River Lions family for the love and support throughout my journey back to the court. Words can't express how much I appreciate you all!" The Niagara River Lions are one of the original six teams of the CEBL and the league's reigning champions. Playing out of Meridian Centre in downtown St. Catharines, the River Lions represent the twelve municipalities of the Niagara Region while living up to the River Lions moniker of pride and strength of community. Visit www.riverlions.ca/tickets for more information. ### Media Contact: Mya Hastings Social Media & Marketing Coordinator mhastings@riverlions.ca

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St. Catharines, ON – The Niagara River Lions announced today that youth groups and organizations can now apply to take part in the Niagara Trailers High 5 Tunnel at all 2025 home games. This exciting initiative gives groups of 10 to 20 children the chance to stand courtside and high-five River Lions players as they enter the court for pre-game warm-ups. After the tunnel experience, participants will stay to cheer on the team from the Niagara Trailers row. Groups are encouraged to apply for this FREE opportunity by completing the online form available now through May 9, after which 11 groups will be selected to participate. At Niagara Trailers, community involvement has always been something we take great pride in,” said the Petrie family, owners of the locally owned and family-operated business, proudly serving the region since 1972. “We’re thrilled to once again partner with the River Lions and support the High 5 Tunnel initiative. Our family and staff love attending games—they’re always exciting, memorable, and a great night out. It’s also an incredible chance to watch elite athletes in action, including potential future NBA stars. We’re proud to be part of this experience again in 2025 and wish the Niagara River Lions a fantastic season ahead.” The River Lions and Niagara Trailers share a deep belief in the power of sport to bring people together and inspire the next generation. “Creating meaningful connections between our team and the community is what River Lions basketball is all about,” said Michelle Biskup, President of the Niagara River Lions. “We are thrilled that Niagara Trailers continues to support this initiative allowing young fans to attend games and take part in this memorable experience.” To apply, visit riverlions.ca/high5apply . The Niagara River Lions are one of the original six teams of the CEBL and the reigning champions. Playing out of the Meridian Centre in downtown St. Catharines, the River Lions represent the twelve municipalities of the Niagara Region while embodying the values of pride and community. Season tickets, voucher packs, group tickets, and single-game tickets are on sale now. Visit www.riverlions.ca/tickets for more information. ### Media Contact: Mya Hastings Social Media & Marketing Coordinator mhastings@riverlions.ca

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St. Catharines, ON - The Niagara River Lions announced today the return of 6’6” American guard Omari Moore for the upcoming 2025 Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) season. The 24-year-old Pasadena, California native rejoins the River Lions for the 2025 season. Moore is currently playing overseas in Turkey for Darüşşafaka Lassa in the Basketbol Süper Ligi (T-BSL), where he has had an impressive season averaging 14.9 points, 5.4 assists, and 5.0 rebounds in 25 games, showcasing his continued growth and versatility on the international stage. “Omari is a phenomenal young basketball player with an incredibly high ceiling and we are excited to have him back with us this summer” said General Manager and Head Coach Victor Raso, “He was an integral part to us winning the CEBL Championship last year, he is excellent in all phases of the game, and is a winner. Welcome back O! Moore returns to Niagara after a standout 2024 season, during which he played a key role in helping the River Lions capture their first-ever CEBL championship. Midway through the season, Moore joined the Toronto Raptors in NBA Summer League, but quickly returned to the River Lions to finish what he started. Over 16 games, he averaged an impressive 11.6 points, 6.1 rebounds, 5.5 assists, 1.4 steals, and 1.4 blocks per game. His defensive presence was felt across the league, finishing third overall and first among guards with 20 total blocks—an average of 1.4 per game. His all-around impact earned him recognition as a CEBL Defensive Player of the Year finalist. Prior to his professional career, Moore played four seasons at San José State University , averaging 11.1 points, 3.7 assists, and 4.4 rebounds in 116 games. Moore scored 1312 points over his time with the Spartans earning his place as the 4th highest scorer in San Jose State history. During his senior year, he averaged 17.4 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 3.7 assists over 35 games, and made history by becoming the first player in program history to be named Mountain West Player of the Year. He also earned First Team All-Mountain West honors and was selected to the NABC All-District 17 First Team. Moore started his professional career as a member of the Milwaukee Bucks NBA Summer League team in 2023, and went on to sign with the Raptors 905 of the NBA G League , where he averaged 9.2 points, 3.8 rebounds and 3.9 assists. "Happy to be back with the River Lions” said Moore, “Last season was a great experience, really excited to run it back. Let's go win again!" The Niagara River Lions are one of the original six teams of the CEBL and the league's reigning champions. Playing out of Meridian Centre in downtown St. Catharines, the River Lions represent the twelve municipalities of the Niagara Region while living up to the River Lions moniker of pride and strength of community. Visit www.riverlions.ca/tickets for more information. ### Media Contact: Mya Hastings Social Media & Marketing Coordinator mhastings@riverlions.ca