The Brampton Honey Badgers of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL), in collaboration with the City of Brampton, announced that the team will host their third annual Camp Day Game this season versus the Niagara River Lions on July 14, 2026, at 12:30 p.m. “The City of Brampton is thrilled to once again work alongside the Brampton Honey Badgers on executing another exciting Camp Day Game,” said Mayor of Brampton, Patrick Brown. “We are very fortunate to have professional basketball right here in our backyard. Opportunities like the annual Camp Day Game give our youth the opportunity to see people from where they grew up make it big in sports and inspire them to lead active lifestyles.” This announcement provides an opportunity to show Brampton’s young campers just how close they are to professional basketball. Throughout the summer, campers will have the chance to meet Hammer, the Honey Badgers mascot, as he makes special visits to camps across the city. “I’m excited to experience my first Camp Day Game at the CAA Centre this summer,” said Honey Badgers CEO Al Whitley. “Welcoming young people into our building is always one of the highlights of our season, and this partnership with the City of Brampton provides an incredible opportunity to engage and inspire local youth on a larger scale. We’re grateful to Mayor Brown and the City of Brampton for this collaboration in helping make this event a meaningful tradition for the Honey Badgers and the community.” City of Brampton summer camps provide children, youth and young adults aged four to over 21 with opportunities to make new friends, build skills and enjoy a variety of indoor and outdoor activities. The City offers a wide range of camp experiences designed to meet the diverse interests of participants. Registration for City of Brampton summer camps is available here . The Honey Badgers are 7-5 through the first half of their season, and currently ranked second in the Eastern Conference. Make your way to the CAA Centre this summer to support your local professional basketball team as they look to bring the city its first CEBL championship since moving from Hamilton in 2022. Get your tickets here , starting at only $20. ### About the Brampton Honey Badgers One of the original franchises of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL), the 2022 CEBL Champion Brampton Honey Badgers proudly call the CAA Centre home. The Brampton front office and basketball operations department bring NBA, NBA G League, national team, NCAA and major international pro league experience to the franchise. With a vision of promoting Brampton grassroots basketball and local businesses through community and corporate engagement, the Honey Badgers will leverage the explosion of basketball as a vehicle for innovation and change. For more information visit honeybadgers.ca . About the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) The Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) is Canada’s professional basketball league, featuring 10 member clubs across six provinces. Powered by elite talent, a fast-paced game format, and deep community connections, the CEBL delivers high-level basketball and unforgettable summer experiences for fans nationwide. The league boasts the youngest fan base in Canadian professional sport, half under age 34, and one of the fastest-growing audiences in the country, now reaching nearly 4.1 million Canadians. This momentum reflects the CEBL’s ability to deliver dynamic, thrilling gameplay while connecting deeply with a new generation of fans and expanding basketball’s cultural footprint across Canada. The CEBL is where elite performance meets homegrown talent. In 2025, 17 players with NBA experience hit the court, while nearly 70% of the league’s roster was Canadian, the highest concentration of domestic talent in any professional sports league in the country. Running from May through August, the CEBL’s season is a showcase of top basketball talent and a summer hub for fast-paced, high-energy fan excitement. About City of Brampton As one of the fastest-growing cities in Canada, Brampton is home to 800,000 people and more than 124,000 businesses . People are at the heart of everything we do. We are energized by our diverse communities, we attract investment and we are embarking on a journey to lead technological and environmental innovation. We partner for progress to build a healthy city that is safe, sustainable and successful. Connect with us on X , Facebook , LinkedIn and Instagram . Learn more at www.brampton.ca Media Contact: Elias Eldridge - Account Executive & Communications Specialist Brampton Honey Badgers eeldridge@honeybadgers.ca