MIKE DEMAGUS

POSITION:  Guard

HEIGHT:  6-4 (193 cm)

WEIGHT:  168 lbs (76 kg)

BIRTHDATE:  February 7, 2000 (Scarborough, ON)

HIGH SCHOOL:  Thornlea Secondary School (Markham, ON)

UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE:  McMaster University (2025)

HOW ACQUIRED:  Selected in the third round (22nd overall) in the 2025 CEBL Draft

YEARS PRO:  N/A

BIO

UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE CAREER 


Averaged 13.9 points, 4.3 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 1.3 steals, and 26.0 minutes in 101 games over a five-year collegiate career at McMaster University.


2024-25: Averaged 13.4 points, 4.6 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 1.3 steals, and 27.9 minutes in 20 games in fifth season with the Marauders  … Recorded 10+ points in 17 games including a season-high 24 points in 37 minutes vs. Toronto on January 25 … Had an all-around 20-point (7-for-9), six-rebound, four-assist, two-steal performance January 8 vs. Guelph … Dropped 19 points October 27 vs. Laurier.


2023-24: Drafted with the second pick in the second round of the CEBL draft by the Calgary Surge … Averaged 18.8 points, 6.1 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 1.3 steals and 31.5 minutes in 22 games … Awarded All-OUA Third-Team honours … In 40 minutes put together 27 points, eight rebounds, and two steals February 16 vs. Lakehead … Recorded season-high 28 points with seven assists and three steals vs. Carleton on December 1 … Posted 20+ points in five of the first six games of the season, averaging 21.7 points and 6.8 rebounds in this stretch. 


2022-23: Averaged 17.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 1.5 steals, and 29.4 minutes in 23 games as a junior  … Scored career-high 29 points on 11-for-22 shooting February 18 vs. Toronto … Dropped 26 points and 12 made free throws with three steals vs. Brock on January 18 … Recorded first career double-double with 16 points and 11 rebounds January 14 vs. Nipissing … Poured in 24 points in a win over York on November 11.


2021-22: Averaged 14.5 points, 4.8 rebounds, 1.4 assists, 1.6 steals, and 25.4 minutes in 14 games as a starter for McMaster … Earned a spot on the All-OUA West Division Second-Team … Scored in double-figures in 11 games … Collected 22 points and nine rebounds in a one-point victory over Western on February 12 … Registered season-high 26 points in only 23 minutes vs. Guelph on November 13.


2020-21: Averaged 5.8 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 15.8 minutes in 22 games as a freshman … Put up 15 points and three steals in first game as a starter January 18 vs. Western … Recorded 10+ points in six straight games from January 18 - February 7.



PERSONAL


He was drafted by the Calgary Surge in the second round of the 2024 CEBL draft … He is a sociology major at McMaster University … Demagus didn’t start playing basketball until grade 11 … He is the oldest of five siblings … He takes interest in entrepreneurship, coaching, financial literacy, podcasting, and video games.

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By CEBL • April 24, 2025
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By CEBL • April 22, 2025
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BRAMPTON HONEY BADGERS ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP WITH ACE ACUMEN HEIGHTS

By Elias Eldridge • April 21, 2025
The Brampton Honey Badgers of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) announced Monday that Ace Acumen Heights, a new local private school, has agreed to a deal to become an official partner of the team. Ace Acumen Heights will hold presenting rights to the “Brampton Honey Badgers Academy”, in which the team will host clinics for both basketball players and coaches, giving them an opportunity to develop their skills and be taught by some of the best that Canada has to offer. “The work of Ace Acumen Heights in the local community is admirable,” said Honey Badgers President Josie Pingitore. “We are excited to welcome them to the family and build on grassroots basketball in Brampton as we build out our Honey Badgers Academy.” Ace Acumen Heights will also host two parent workshops in collaboration with Honey Badgers coaches, front office, and players. These will primarily focus on areas such as youth sports development, insights into coaching and professional basketball, and general education. “At Ace Acumen Heights, we believe in empowering youth through education and sport,” said Nicole Trott, manager of admissions at Ace Acumen Heights. “Our partnership with the Brampton Honey Badgers reflects our shared commitment to excellence, community engagement and youth development.” Honey Badgers fans can expect to see lots of Ace Acumen Heights on the teams’ social media accounts this upcoming season, as well as fan engagement opportunities through ticket and jersey giveaways! With the 2025 season on the horizon, Honey Badgers fans can get excited for what is in store for the third season of professional basketball at the CAA Centre. Honey Badgers season tickets and other ticket packages are available now at honeybadgers.ca/tickets . ### 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) 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 75% of its rosters being Canadian and a record 12 players with NBA experience in 2024. Players also bring experience from the NBA G League, top international pro leagues, the Canadian National team program, NCAA programs, as well as U SPORTS and CCAA. More than 20 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 with games broadcast live on CEBL+ powered by BetVictor, TSN , TSN+ , RDS , Game+ , Next Level Sports & Entertainment and Courtside1891 . More information about the CEBL is available at CEBL.ca and @cebleague on Instagram , Twitter , TikTok , LinkedIn , Facebook & YouTube . About Ace Acumen Heights Ace Acumen Heights is a new private school in Brampton serving students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12. But we’re not just building another private school—we’re leading a movement in education. We are dedicated to nurturing well-rounded students by combining academic excellence with character development and real-life skill building. Our goal is to create an inclusive, future-forward learning environment that empowers students to thrive. While we welcome all learners, our approach thoughtfully considers how boys learn—through movement, structure, and hands-on experiences—while also supporting the diverse needs of every student. Through small class sizes and innovative teaching, we unlock the unique potential of every learner. Media Contact: Elias Eldridge - Account Executive and Communications Specialist Brampton Honey Badgers eeldridge@honeybadgers.ca

COLLEGIATE STATISTICS

Totals

Year Team G MIN PTS 2FGP 3FGP FT RO RD RT AS PF BS ST TO
2024-25 McMaster 20 558 267 82-166 17-69 52-75 24 67 91 41 44 3 25 44
2023-24 McMaster 22 692 414 103-220 43-144 79-109 22 113 135 89 52 15 28 44
2022-23 McMaster 23 676 392 91-180 45-158 75-94 24 67 91 53 52 10 34 47
2021-22 McMaster 14 355 203 47-76 30-104 19-29 10 57 67 20 38 5 23 20
2020-21 McMaster 22 348 128 32-58 18-58 10-20 14 40 54 18 42 7 17 30
Totals 101 2629 1404 355-700 153-533 235-327 94 344 438 221 228 40 127 185

Averages

Year Team G MIN PTS 2FGP 3FGP FT RO RD RT AS PF BS ST TO
2024-25 McMaster 20 27.9 13.4 0.494 0.246 0.693 1.2 3.4 4.6 2.1 2.2 0.2 1.3 2.2
2023-24 McMaster 22 31.5 18.8 0.468 0.299 0.725 1.0 5.1 6.1 2.3 2.4 0.7 1.3 2.0
2022-23 McMaster 23 29.4 17.0 0.506 0.285 0.798 1.0 2.9 4.0 2.3 2.3 0.4 1.5 2.0
2021-22 McMaster 14 25.4 14.5 0.618 0.288 0.655 0.7 4.1 4.8 1.4 2.7 0.4 1.6 1.4
2020-21 McMaster 22 15.8 5.8 0.552 0.310 0.500 0.6 1.8 2.5 0.8 1.9 0.3 0.8 1.4
Totals 101 26.0 13.9 0.507 0.287 0.719 0.9 3.4 4.3 2.2 2.3 0.4 1.3 1.8