APRIL 24 – The Calgary Surge have signed six-foot-five guard Mathieu Kamba for the 2024 season, the team announced Wednesday. Kamba spent the 2020 and 2021 CEBL seasons with the Edmonton Stingers where he averaged 12.0 points, 3.3 rebounds, 1.2 assists, and 29.6 minutes. He also won two back-to-back CEBL championships with the Surge’s cross-province rivals during his tenure. “Mathieu is an important signing for us. His story will be a great one to tell. Being a local son of Calgary, while also being a CEBL champion is special,” said Surge General Manager Shane James. “He has been a target for us since last year and we are fortunate to have him. We expect him to bring that championship mindset, while doing a little bit of everything on the floor that will contribute to our success.” Kamba most recently played professionally in Spain with Zunder Palencia in the Liga ACB, the top professional basketball division of the Spanish basketball league system. “I am thankful for the opportunity to be able to play professional basketball in my city. I can’t wait to meet my teammates and the coaching staff. But I am most excited to bring a championship to Calgary,” said Surge guard Mathieu Kamba. Kamba attended the University of Central Arkansas where he averaged 11.5 points, 5.7 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 0.8 steals, and 28.4 minutes in 124 games played over four seasons in the NCAA. Prior to his time in Central Arkansas, Kamba attended Bishop McNally High School in Calgary where he was named a High School All-Star and won a city-wide championship. 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 1 st 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 .

April 23, 2024 – Zeno Renewables (Zeno) will remain the Official Title Sponsor of the Calgary Surge through the 2027 season after signing an extension to the landmark multi-year deal the team announced Tuesday. "The commitment Zeno Renewables has made to the Calgary Surge speaks volumes about the growth of the company and the impact it strives to have in all four corners of our city,” said Surge Vice-Chairman and President, Jason Ribeiro. “Our partnership represents a significant step forward for the business of professional basketball across Canada and the growth of the sport amongst youth and families,” continued Ribeiro. Zeno is a leading solar solutions company that installs high-quality solar panels and sustainable energy solutions on homes. Led by Co-Chief Executive Officers Kai Fahrion and Gursh Bal, Zeno has ambitious plans to install solar solutions on 1 million homes by 2040. Since its inception in 2015, Calgary-based Zeno has been focused on creating a more sustainable planet and giving back to the communities it operates in. “Being the Official Title Sponsor of the Calgary Surge is a big point of pride for our company. The Surge’s inaugural season surpassed all our expectations and the organization’s steadfast commitment to community just shows we have been value-aligned since day one,” said Kai Fahrion, Co-Chief Executive Officer of Zeno. “Our team at Zeno have enjoyed engaging thousands of fans through this partnership and growing our brand awareness in Calgary, Alberta, and throughout Canada. That journey continues when the Surge open the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) season on May 21st in front of a national audience we know is demanding solar energy solutions.” “Zeno's residential solar solutions resonate with the Calgary Surge's fan base because both represent investments into a brighter tomorrow for future generations, where solar energy parallels basketball's spirit of sustainability and community empowerment”, said Gursh Bal, Co-Chief Executive Officer of Zeno. Zeno's ambitious plan to install solar on 1 million homes by 2040 across Canada not only positions it as the most recognized and trusted solar brand but also promises to significantly reduce Canadian's electrical carbon emissions at a residential level by over 10%, catalyzing a sustainable energy revolution nationwide. The title sponsorship with the Calgary Surge has further enhanced this vision, providing invaluable benefits and insights to support the company's mission towards a greener future. As part of the multi-year extension, the Zeno logo will continue to be featured on all official Calgary Surge New Era player jersey kits and now fan replicas as well. Fans can look forward to Zeno’s dedicated and energetic presence on game days at WinSport Event Centre and across all Surge online channels. Fans can now purchase their tickets to the highly anticipated 2024 Season Opener at the Scotiabank Saddledome on May 21 at www.calgarysurge.ca/surge2thedome . 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 1 st 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 .

APRIL 22 – The Calgary Surge have signed six-foot-six forward Emmanuel Ansah for the 2024 season, the team announced Monday. Ansah recently played with the University of Guelph where he averaged 15.2 points, 7.7 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 1.5 steals and 26.7 minutes in 42 games played over two seasons with the Gryphons. “Emmanuel is a high character guy on and off the court,” said Assistant General Manager, Mike Girling. “This is his first experience in professional basketball, and he is motivated to learn and make an impact with the Surge immediately with his high-level shooting. We expect him to help us on both ends of the floor.” Prior to his time in Guelph, the six-foot-six forward from Mississauga, Ontario spent some time in Fort McMurry where he attended Keyano College. With the Huskies, he averaged 13.6 points, 4.7 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 1.3 steals, and 22.8 minutes in 16 games played. "I am thankful for the opportunity to be a part of this first class organization. Despite trials and tribulations, I stand strong by the Grace of God. Let’s Surge!” said Surge forward Emmanuel Ansah. Fans can now purchase tickets to the 2024 Season Opener at the Scotiabank Saddledome at www.calgarysurge.ca/surge2thedome . Calgary Surge single game tickets for the remainder of the 2024 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 1 st 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 . Media Contacts: Hilary Fontus Manager, Communications Calgary Surge 514-918-7826 [email protected] Meg Walsh Champion Communications 403-389-1088 [email protected]

APRIL 18 – Tyrell Vernon will be the next head coach of the Calgary Surge and lead the team for the 2024 season, the team announced Thursday. Vernon just wrapped his third season as head coach of the St. Francis Xavier X-Men basketball program. He joined the X-Men and X-Women coaching staff as an associate coach in April 2019. He then succeeded long-time head coach (and Surge Senior Advisor) Steve Konchalski, as the head coach of the X-Men basketball program at the completion of the 2020-21 season. Vernon was named the 2023 Atlantic University Sport (AUS) Coach of the Year and led the X-Men to the AUS Championship title and a U SPORTS silver medal. “Tyrell is one of the most elite young coaches in our country,” said Surge Senior Advisor Steve Konchalski. “He has won at every level (including the Ontario Scholastic Basketball Association, U SPORTS, and the Canadian Elite Basketball League) and we are fortunate that he has chosen the Surge to be a part of his coaching journey. I am confident we can continue to grow together.” The Hamilton, Ontario native is no stranger to the CEBL. He served as assistant coach for the Scarborough Shooting Stars for the 2022 and 2023 seasons. He played a critical role in the Shooting Stars’ success with the team making Championship Final appearances in both years and winning the CEBL Championship in 2023 over the Calgary Surge. Vernon has also served as the head coach of the boys basketball team at TRC Academy, a prep school in Brantford, Ontario. During his tenure, the team realized many successes including winning back-to-back OSBA championships in 2018 and 2019. He was named 2019 OSBA Coach of the Year. “We are thrilled about the addition of Tyrell Vernon to the Calgary Surge. Tyrell is a rising star in the Canadian basketball scene and is known for his infectious positive energy and strong connections within the community,” said Surge General Manager Shane James. “With his extensive knowledge of the game, Tyrell has achieved remarkable success in his coaching career at St. FX University. We have full confidence that he will bring that same level of success to the professional level and could not be more excited to have him on board.” Prior to his coaching career, Vernon played with the X-Men for two seasons in 2011-12 and 2012-13, having been a key part of the team that won a U SPORTS bronze medal in 2012. He went on to play with the Mississauga Power of the National Basketball League of Canada (NBL) and then earned the 2013 North of the Border Basketball League (NBBL) most valuable player and a championship with Team 905. “I am honoured and excited for this opportunity with the Calgary Surge,” said Surge Head Coach Tyrell Vernon. “I am looking forward to working with everyone in the organization and connecting with the Calgary community.” Fans can now purchase their tickets to the highly anticipated 2024 Season Opener at the Scotiabank Saddledome on May 21 at www.calgarysurge.ca/surge2thedome . 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 1 st 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 . Media Contacts: Hilary Fontus Manager, Communications Calgary Surge 514-918-7826 [email protected] Meg Walsh Champion Communications 403-389-1088 [email protected]

APRIL 15 – The Calgary Surge have signed six-foot-eight forward Gabe Osabuohien for the 2024 season, the team announced Monday. Osabuohien recently played with the Cleveland Charge of the National Basketball Association (NBA) G-League where he averaged 3.3 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.0 steals and 15.1 minutes in 52 games played. “We are thrilled to welcome Gabe Osabuohien to the Surge! This will be Gabe’s first season playing in the CEBL and he is eager to learn and get to work. We expect him to be a force on the defensive end,” said Surge General Manager, Shane James. “I have no doubt he can help us win.” The six-foot-eight forward from Toronto, Ontario graduated from West Virginia University where he averaged 4.9 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.7 assists, and 18.1 minutes in 31 games played. Prior to his time in West Virginia, he played with the University of Arkansas Razorbacks where he averaged 3.1 points, 4.1 rebounds, 1.9 assists, and 18.5 minutes in 28 games played. “I am very excited to be a part of the team this season as this is my first time playing in the CEBL and visiting Calgary,” said Osabuohien. “I am thankful for the opportunity and excited to get to work. Let’s bring a championship to Calgary!” Fans can now purchase tickets to the 2024 Season Opener at the Scotiabank Saddledome at www.calgarysurge.ca/surge2thedome . 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 1 st 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 . Media Contacts: Hilary Fontus Manager, Communications Calgary Surge 514-918-7826 [email protected] Meg Walsh Champion Communications 403-389-1088 [email protected]