WECSSAA BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS TO BE HELD AT WFCU

(WINDSOR, ON) - The Windsor Express held a media conference today to announce the decision to sponsor Windsor Essex County Secondary School Athletic Association Championships on the official home court of the Windsor Express.

  

The championships will take place on Saturday, February 23, 2013 from 

10 AM to 5 PM at WFCU Centre Arena, 8787 McHugh St, Windsor, ON, prior to an Express home game against the Moncton Miracles at 7 PM.

  

Dartis Willis, Owner and CEO said, "Goals of Windsor Express are to

become an intricate part of the community and a part of basketball in Windsor." He continued, "We must make sure that we give opportunities for kids to play basketball at the next level in their city."

Coach Peter Cusumano, Catholic Central coach and WECSSAA convener for boy's basketball announced, "We are going to move the WECSSAA championship to the WFCU Centre. It presents a great opportunity for our kids to play on the same court as the Windsor Express, and to play in a great venue at the WFCU Centre."

Head Coach for the Windsor Express, Bill Jones said, "For the Windsor kids to come play where the Windsor Express play is going to be a great experience."

Dartis Willis ended the conference with a request. "What we're asking from the community partners is let's come together and support this for the kids."

Don't miss the next Windsor Express home game on Wednesday, February 6 against the Oshawa Power. On that day GenNext will hold their Courtside Networking Event from 5:30-9PM.

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WMHA Needs Coaches

The Windsor Minor Hockey Association is now accepting applications for Travel coaches for the 2013/2014 season.

 

If interested please visit www.wmha.net

Keep Hockey Growing!
President
Windsor Minor Hockey &
Local 200 FHL Jr
Dean Lapierre
519-974-3142 or 519-259-2368

 

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Windsor Express Defuse the Lightning

WINDSOR, ON - Express defeat last year's reigning champions, The London Lightning, 99-93.

Stefan Bonneau's pair of free throws with 5 seconds gave the Express a six point lead and put the game out of reach for last year's league champion. This "401 rivalry" game featured many lead changes and was decided in the final moments of the fourth quarter.

The Express victory was fueled by Chris Commons' 28 point effort that included a perfect 7-7 shooting from the free throw line and 9-18 shooting from the field. Darren Duncan wasn't far behind with 24 points which he coupled with ten assists for the double-double. Duncan's drive which resulted in a basket plus a free throw in the final minute sent the crowd at the WFCU Centre into a frenzy as the Express snapped a four-game losing streak.

Kevin Loiselle also had a double-double for the Express, hauling down 14 rebounds to go along with 12 points. Mike Helms scored 16 points before fouling out of the game mid-way through the fourth quarter.

Rodney Buford was the leading scorer for the Lightning with 21 points in the loss, which drops the team's record to 24-4.

The Express will have a long rest until their next game on Feb.6 against the Oshawa Power at 7PM, WFCU Centre. That Wednesday will feature the GenNext Networking on the Court night and St. Gregory singing the anthem and performing at the 1st quarter break.

As always, 13 and under are free with each paying Adult.

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UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR 99.1 fm CJAM TO BROADCAST LIVE

(WINDSOR, ON) In a further effort to promote the professional game of basketball to the Windsor/Essex and Detroit region, the remainder of

Windsor Express home games will be broadcast LIVE Play-by-Play as a featured radio show on 99.1 fm CJAM, the University of Windsor's Campus/Community Radio station.

 

The broadcasting will commence with the Express next home game at the WFCU Arena at 7pm on January 18th.

 

There will be some freebies and discounted tickets to Express home games and other promotional events made available during the Live Broadcasts.

University of Windsor The LANCE's Sportswriter Kim Elliott will be calling the action along side of CJAM's Kieran McKenzie the Co Producer/Host of "Rose City Politics"

Bio Kim Elliott

1984-89 - Univ. of Windsor, Bachelor of Human Kinetics (Graduate)

2005-06 - Univ. of Windsor, Bachelor of Education (Graduate)

1997-98 - St. Clair College Basketball Team (Alumni)

1986-89 - Lancer Basketball Team Alumni

1988-89 - Assistant coach of the UofW Lancer Basketball Team

1997-98 - Windsor Secondary School Association Referee

1992-93 - Head Coach, J. L. Forster Secondary Jr. Girls Basketball

1990-91 - Asst. Coach, J.L. Forster Secondary Jr. Boys Basketball

1980-83 - Junior/Senior Varsity Basket Player, J. L. Forster Secondary

Bio Kieran McKenzie

Present - Basketball Referee, Ontario University Athletics,

Present - Basketball Referee, WECDSB

2008-Present- Facilitated several broadcasts of live sports events, football, basketball and hockey, on multiple platforms including radio (CJAM), Television (TV Cogeco) and the web (www.ssncanada.ca)

2005-Present- Producer/Co-Host Rose City Politics

2004-Present- Referee with Windsor District Basketball Referees Association. Participated in several provincial championships including Bronze medal game 2012 4A OFSAA. Also at the OCAA level.

  

CJAM, 99.1 fm is the Campus and Community Radio Station located in the basement of the CAW Student Centre, of the University of Windsor's main campus, 401 Sunset Avenue, Windsor, ON (519)971-3603. Learn more about CJAM at www.cjam.ca or email to cjamfm@facebook.com

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WINDSOR EXPRESS WINS 3RD GAME OF SERIES IN TRIPLE OT

MONTREAL, QC - A free throw by Darren Duncan in triple overtime and 3.9 seconds on the clock solidified a win for the Express over Montreal Jazz 124-121.

This game set a record for the longest game ever played by any team in the National Basketball League of Canada.

The Jazz (1-19) led into halftime by 3 points. By the end of 3rd quarter, Windsor (10-12) had a 12 point lead before Montreal had a strong comeback and tied the game which lead into the 1st overtime.

Mike Helms went to work for the Express while simultaneously tying a league record for highest score in a single game banging out 40 points in addition to 7 rebounds, 3 assists and 4 steals.

Generous trips to the free throw line for Windsor's first Recharge With Milk player of the week, Darren Duncan, with .75 FTP assisted in his garnering 25 points, while he snatched up 3 rebounds and helped with 5 assists.

Last week's Recharge With Milk's designee, Chris Commons, put down 21 points and brought Windsor the ball with 8 rebounds. Montreal's native son, Kevin Loiselle, had a double double with 15 points and 10 rebounds.

Eric Frederick had a game-high 32 and 16 rebounds in another losing effort for the Jazz.

The two teams settle their series tomorrow night at 7pm.

Stream Windsor's next game live against the Lightning on January 13^th in London. 

Catch the Express next home game at the WFCU Centre on January 18th against last year's runner up champions, Halifax Rainmen. They will face the Rainmen at home for the first time since beating them at their opening game at 7PM EST.

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JAZZ EARN FIRST FRANCHISE WIN AGAINST WINDSOR

MONTREAL, QC - The Montreal Jazz (1-17) enjoyed victory for the first time in 18 games this season, stopping the Windsor Express 104-98.

Despite 42 points in the fourth quarter, Windsor (8-12) couldn't close the gap and dropped the first of three straight games in Montreal.

The Express took a 25-17 lead after the first quarter, but saw that advantage dwindle away in the second, being outscored 27-17 and going into the locker room down 46-42 at halftime.

Darren Duncan led the charge for Windsor with 24 points and 7 assists. Player of the Week, Chris Commons had 20 points.

Kevin Loiselle scored a double-double with 17 points and 11 boards, playing in his home town.

The Jazz countered with six players putting up double figures in points, topped by J.R. Harrison's 17.

Montreal also benefitted from 57 bench points, countered by Windsor's 24.

The Express and Jazz tip off tomorrow and Saturday night at 7pm.

Catch the next Express home game at the WFCU Centre on January 18th against last year's runner up champions, Halifax Rainmen. The Express will face the Rainmen at home for the first time since beating them at their opening game at 7PM EST.

As always, 13 and under are free with each paying Adult.

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