For the first time ever, six Division 1 NCAA basketball teams will face off at Laval’s Place Bell for the debut of the Northern Classic multi-tournament event. The Northern Classic features an elite collection of prospective NBA talent from some of the strongest basketball programs in the NCAA. Spectators can expect the intense, calculated and spectacular play synonymous with college basketball as well as the opportunity to see potential March Madness superstars.
With all teams playing their regular season in different conferences, this will be the only time that basketball fans on the Eastern seaboard will be able to see them go head-to-head. These non-conference games are sanctioned by the NCAA, and, unlike exhibition games, wins will directly influence the teams’ qualification for the post-season playoffs – this is a first in Quebec!
NORTHERN CLASSIC SCHEDULE
November 25th – Round 1
2:00 PM – Stephen F. Austin vs Qunnipiac
4:30 PM – Montana State vs UNCG
7:00 PM – MTSU vs Hofstra
November 26th – Round 2
2:00 PM – Hofstra vs UNCG
4:30 PM – MTSU vs Stephen F. Austin
7:00 PM – Quinnipiac vs Montana State
November 27th – Round 3
11:00 AM – UNCG vs Stephen F. Austin
1:30 PM – Montana State vs MTSU
4:00 PM Quinnipiac vs Hofstra
TEAM INFOTeam: Stephen F. Austin
Info: Led by veteran talents, Nigel Hawkins and Roti Ware and coached by Kyle Keller SFA boasts an experienced group of players that are ready to impress.
Roster:
● Roti Ware
● Nigel Hawkins
● Russell Hyman
● Montavious Murphy
● Nana Antwi-Boasiako
● AJ Cajuste
● Jalil Beaubrun
● Kyle Hayman
● Robbie Armbrester
● Latrell Jossell
● Jaylin Jackson-Posey
● Sadaidriene Hall
● Derrick Tezeno
● Cade Walker
● Daeveon Scott
Team: UNC Greensboro
Info: With a team filled with Seniors and a coach who has seen the NCAA tournament and other high level NCAA championships in Mike Jones, the Spartans are primed to make a run this season
Roster:
● Keyshaun Langley
● Mikeal Brown-Jones
● Kobe Langley
● Mohammed Abdulsalam
● Keondre Kennedy
● Donovan Atwell
● Miles Jones
● Jalen White
● Cortez Johnson, Jr.
● Joryam Saizonou
● Jalen Breath
● Dante Treacy
● Jevon Johnson
● Bas Leyte
● Akrum Ahemed
Team: Montana State
Info: Led by head coach and former Bobcats’ great Danny Sprinkle, the Bobcats have seen incredible success in recent years. After a first round exit in the March Madness tournament last season, they look to make another run this season.
Roster:
● Caleb Fuller
● Patrick McMahon
● Nick Gazelas
● Great Osobor
● Alex Germer
● Darius Brown II
● Tyler Patterson
● Jubrile Belo
● Carter Ash
● Robert Ford III
● RaeQuan Battle
● Luca Colceag
● Jed Miller
● Sam Lecholat
Team: Middle Tennessee State
Info: With no Seniors on the roster the young Bulldogs will rely on the experience of head coach, Nick McDevitt who has led the team to three consecutive 20-win campaigns over the last three seasons.
Roster:
● Tyler Millin
● DeAndre Dishman
● Jestin Porter
● Justin Bufford
● Eli Lawrence
● Elias King
● Tre Green
● Teafale Lenard Jr.
● Trevon Smith
● Jalen Jordan
● Christian Fussell
● Isiah Lightsy
● Camryn Weston
● Jared Coleman-Jones
● Jack Jubenville
Team: Hofstra
Info: Coached by Pride legend, Speedy Claxton, Hofstra looks to build on its 2021-2022
20-win campaign in Claxton’s second season at the helm. With a roster of veterans and young players alike, the Pride boast an experienced roster that’s ready to compete.
Roster:
● Warren Williams
● Aaron Estrada
● Bryce Washington
● Khalil Farmer
● Jaquan Carlos
● Griffin Barrouk
● Aiden Best
● Petey Galgano
● Tyler Thomas
● Amar’e Marshall
● German Plotnikov
● Nelson Boachie-Yiadom
● Christian Tomasco
● Lula Manyang
● Darlinstone Dubar
Team: Qunnipiac
Team Info: With no Freshman on the team, Coach Baker Dunleavy’s experienced Bobcats look to pick up where they left off last season after multiple MAAC Tournament victories.
Roster:
● Alexis Reyes
● Thyme Chenery
● Matt Balanc
● Savion Lewis
● Tyrese Williams
● Dezi Jones
● Quinn Guth
● Luis Kortright
● Elijah Taylor
● JJ Riggins
● Ike Nweke
● Paul Otieno
Ticket Information
Reserved seats and General Admission sections are available. At $20 + taxes, General Admission tickets are a great value for a full day of play featuring three NCAA matchups. Fans can watch this NCAA action from up close.
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