{"id":640315,"date":"2026-05-01T07:43:20","date_gmt":"2026-05-01T07:43:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/640315\/"},"modified":"2026-05-01T07:43:20","modified_gmt":"2026-05-01T07:43:20","slug":"winnipeg-sea-bears-invite-local-talents-mensah-and-watts-to-training-camp","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/640315\/","title":{"rendered":"Winnipeg Sea Bears Invite Local Talents Mensah and Watts to Training Camp"},"content":{"rendered":"

Alliance Announce Coaching and Support Staff for 2026 Season<\/a> <\/p>\n

April 29, 2026\n<\/p>\n

The Montreal Alliance announces its coaching staff for the upcoming Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) season, led by Head Coach Jermaine Small as the organization continues to build momentum heading into a fifth season of professional basketball at the Verdun Auditorium. \u201cOur vision for the Alliance has always been to build a premier basketball organization with deep roots in the Montreal community,\u201d said Joel Anthony, General Manager and co-owner of the Alliance. \u201cThis group reflects that vision \u2014 a highly experienced staff with a proven history of success, passion, and a commitment to pushing our players to compete at the highest level.\u201d Built with intention and balance, the Alliance\u2019s coaching staff brings together a mix of proven leadership, player development expertise, and strong ties to the Canadian and Quebecois basketball landscape. \ufeff Leading the campaign is Jermaine Small, who enters his second season as head coach and continues to shape the team\u2019s identity and style of play. After guiding the Alliance to the best record in franchise history and its first-ever playoff appearance last season, the two-time CEBL champion and Coach of the Year brings a proven track record of success and player development at both the professional and university levels. Ryan Thorne returns to the staff as a basketball consultant, adding a strategic voice with deep experience at the U SPORTS and national levels. Thorne has served as the head coach of the McGill University men\u2019s basketball team since the 2021\u201322 season. Prior to that, he led the McGill women\u2019s basketball program for 17 seasons, establishing one of the most successful runs in program history. He also played a key role with the Alliance during the 2025 season. Jahmal Jones returns as assistant coach, continuing his transition from elite player to coach. A former Toronto Metropolitan University (Ryerson) standout, Jones brings extensive international experience across multiple European leagues, along with a CEBL championship under Small. He has since moved into coaching with roles at H5 Academy Prep and most recently with the TMU men\u2019s basketball program. Jeff Dosado joins the bench as assistant coach, adding a global perspective and extensive development experience. The Montr\u00e9al native has worked with the Houston Rockets during NBA training camps and Summer League, coached internationally with the Taiwan Beer Leopards, and previously spent time with the Alliance. He is also the founder of Los Angeles Prospects, a program focused on developing student-athletes on and off the court. Damian Buckley returns as assistant coach, continuing his rise through the coaching ranks. A former Concordia standout, he has built a strong r\u00e9sum\u00e9 across U SPORTS and the professional level, including roles with the Ottawa BlackJacks and Montr\u00e9al Toundra, and was recently named interim head coach at Concordia. He is widely recognized for his impact in player development and his connection to the Montr\u00e9al basketball community. The Alliance also strengthens its player development program with the additions of Maxime Paulhus Gosselin and Kyle Desmarais. Paulhus Gosselin brings elite NCAA Division I experience from Davidson College, where he played alongside Stephen Curry and helped lead the program to an Elite Eight appearance, along with international experience with Canada and a strong background in performance and decision-making. Desmarais, a Montr\u00e9al native, adds a rapidly rising coaching profile with experience at McGill, the Montr\u00e9al Toundra, and Basketball Qu\u00e9bec, where he serves as 3×3 Development Coordinator, along with national team exposure and a BSL championship with the London Lightning in 2024. \u201cI\u2019m excited about the group we\u2019ve brought together,\u201d said Head Coach Jermaine Small. \u201cThere\u2019s a shared standard here of discipline, competitiveness, and a clear understanding of what it takes to win at this level. Our staff is focused on preparing our players to execute and deliver every night.\u201d With a strong foundation in place, the Alliance continues to prioritize development, culture, and connection to the community as it prepares for the upcoming season. The Alliance will continue to be led in the front office by General Manager Joel Anthony and Assistant General Manager Ibrahim Appiah. Henry Weinberg will continue with the Alliance as Director of Scouting and Analysis, while the medical staff includes Dr. Mickey Moroz (Team Physician), Manley Massenat (Kinesiologist and Physical Trainer), and Nicolas Rostworoswski (Athletic Therapist). -REPMTL Tickets for the 2026 season are now on sale. The Alliance will kick off its home season on May 15 at 7:30 p.m. at the Verdun Auditorium against Scarborough. 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