Canada to tipoff World Cup qualifying with mixed group of veteran, young players
TORONTO — Roy Rana selected a team of players from all over the world to tip off Canada’s quest for a FIBA World Cup berth.
Canada’s men’s basketball roster, announced Friday morning, includes NBA free agent Joel Anthony, Former NBA No. 1 draft pick Anthony Bennett, former Carleton standouts Phil and Thomas Scrubb, and Marc Trasolini, who plays professionally in Japan.
“Having the opportunity to represent your country is something most players only dream of. But to have the chance to do it at home, in front of friends, family and fellow Canadians is an honour we treasure,” said Rana, whose team will open training camp Monday in Halifax. “All the athletes in our pool have and are continuing to make a tremendous effort to be part of this journey.”
Canada will open World Cup qualifying versus the Bahamas on Nov. 24 in Halifax. They’ll then travel to face the Dominican Republic on Nov. 27 in Santiago de los Caballeros.