For the first time since the inaugural season in 2019, the Canadian Elite Basketball League is planning on playing a full campaign in 2022.
That means 20 games for each of the 10 teams, including the Saskatchewan Rattlers. The Snakes will open their fourth season of existence with a home game at SaskTel Centre on May 25 against the Niagara River Lions with a 7:30 first tip-off. Following is the news release from the Rattlers…..
SASKATCHEWAN RATTLERS ANNOUNCE 2022 CEBL SEASON SCHEDULE
The rebuilt team is looking forward to showcasing their talent at home and across Canada
Saskatoon, Sask. – The Saskatchewan Rattlers, led by new head coach Dean Demopoulos, announced their
schedule for the 2022 season of the Canadian Elite Basketball League on Thursday. Following two seasons of
play shortened by the pandemic, the 2022 schedule features the first full 20-game slate in front of fans since the
Rattlers CEBL Championship season of 2019.
The Rattlers aim to fully rebuild this season from the fan experience to the talent on the hardwood. Fans can see
all 10 CEBL opponents at the SaskTel Centre starting May 25 when Niagara River Lions come to town for the
season opener. A visit to the defending CEBL champion Edmonton Stingers is set for May 29, before the
Rattlers return to the Snake Pit to take on Fraser Valley on June 1 of a busy opening week. The second half of
June features a five-game homestand that will include the first visits to Saskatoon by the league’s three
expansion teams from Scarborough, Montreal, and Newfoundland. The River Lions return to SaskTel Centre on
July 1 for a special Canada Day game.
The schedule features three three-game road trips, including one to open July that begins and ends in
Newfoundland, bookending a visit to Ottawa. The Rattlers will conclude the regular season with three games on
the road at Scarborough, Guelph and Montreal.
“This year, we have a number of weekday games; a nice change to accommodate our local fans who often travel
during the summer months,” said Brad Kraft, Vice President, Saskatchewan Rattlers. “Fans can expect an
elevated experience that showcases both the best players on the court, and the best entertainers from across
Canada off the court.”
General public and returning season ticket members can claim their seats for the entire Rattlers 2022 season by
using Account Manager. Season tickets range from $242 in the Bronze section to $968 for courtside. All tickets
can also be purchased through the Rattlers Front Office (306) 244-2181, Saskatchewan Rattlers website, or via
Ticketmaster. Single game tickets will be available later this spring. For more seating options, suites, and group
rates; fans can contact an account executive.
Demopoulos brings a distinguished resume to Saskatchewan that includes stints as an assistant coach in the
NBA with Seattle, Portland, and Los Angeles (Clippers), as well as with the Detroit Pistons NBA G League
affiliate in Grand Rapids, Michigan. That was preceded by 17 years as assistant coach at Temple University
under legendary Hall of Fame coach John Chaney. He gained international head coaching experience leading
Melbourne United of the Australian National Basketball League.
Preparing for its fourth season starting May 25 the CEBL saw record success in 2021 as millions of viewers
across Canada and around the world tuned in to games via CEBL+, CBC television, CBC Gem, and attended inperson in all home arenas for a limited number of games. The CEBL became the first professional sports league
in Canada to return to play with fans in its venues in 2021.
About the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL)
A league created by Canadians for Canadians, the CEBL has the highest percentage of Canadian players of any
professional league in the country, with 75 percent of its rosters being Canadians during the first three seasons.
Players have experience in the NBA, NBA G League, top international leagues, the Canadian National team
program, and top NCAA and U SPORTS programs. The CEBL uses FIBA (International Basketball Federation)
rules, and player and referee standards set by its partner, Canada Basketball. The CEBL became the first
professional basketball league in the world to use the Elam Ending in FIBA competition when it incorporated
the innovative conclusion into all of its games during the 2020 CEBL Summer Series. Games are live streamed
via CEBL+, CBC TV, and CBC Gem. Head to cebl.ca or follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to
learn more.
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2022 Saskatchewan Rattlers Schedule
Wed, May 25, 2022 Saskatchewan Rattlers vs. Niagara River Lions 7:30pm
Sun, May 29, 2022 Saskatchewan Rattlers at Edmonton Stingers 1:00pm
Wed, Jun 01, 2022 Saskatchewan Rattlers vs. Fraser Valley Bandits 7:30pm
Sat, Jun 04, 2022 Saskatchewan Rattlers at Fraser Valley Bandits 2:00pm
Fri, Jun 10, 2022 Saskatchewan Rattlers at Hamilton Honey Badgers 7:30pm
Sun, Jun 12, 2022 Saskatchewan Rattlers at Niagara River Lions 4:00pm
Wed, Jun 15, 2022 Saskatchewan Rattlers vs. Scarborough Shooting Stars 7:30pm
Fri, Jun 17, 2022 Saskatchewan Rattlers vs. Edmonton Stingers 7:30pm
Sun, Jun 26, 2022 Saskatchewan Rattlers vs. Montreal Alliance 2:00pm
Tue, Jun 28, 2022 Saskatchewan Rattlers vs. Newfoundland Growlers 7:30pm
Fri, Jul 01, 2022 Saskatchewan Rattlers vs. Niagara River Lions 7:00pm
Sun, Jul 03, 2022 Saskatchewan Rattlers at Newfoundland Growlers 7:30pm
Wed, Jul 06, 2022 Saskatchewan Rattlers at Ottawa BlackJacks 7:30pm
Sat, Jul 09, 2022 Saskatchewan Rattlers at Newfoundland Growlers 3:00pm
Tue, Jul 12, 2022 Saskatchewan Rattlers vs. Hamilton Honey Badgers 7:30pm
Thu, Jul 14, 2022 Saskatchewan Rattlers vs. Ottawa BlackJacks 7:30pm
Thu, Jul 21, 2022 Saskatchewan Rattlers vs. Guelph Nighthawks 7:30pm
Sun, Jul 24, 2022 Saskatchewan Rattlers at Scarborough Shooting Stars 7:00pm
Wed, Jul 27, 2022 Saskatchewan Rattlers at Guelph Nighthawks 7:00pm
Fri, Jul 29, 2022 Saskatchewan Rattlers at Montreal Alliance 7:30pm
All Times Local
Home Game
Away Game
For more information on the Saskatchewan Rattlers professional basketball team – visit therattlers.ca.
