The University of Northern British Columbia’s Men’s basketball team continues to add to the Timberwolves family with the commitment of Chris Ross for the 2018-2019 Canada West season.

The North Vancouver native will be adding skill and commitment to the team.

“I am really excited to be a part of the UNBC Timberwolves. It has always been a goal of mine to play university basketball, and now I have this chance to take my game to the next level against better competition,” said Ross.

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Standing at six-foot-three, Ross led Seycove Secondary to bronze at the 2018 BC Provincial Championships.

He also earned tournament all-star distinction, Most Valuable Player and was the lead scorer in the North Shore League.

Ross is confident that his hard work and impressive shooting abilities will transfer to the new team.

“First of all, my shooting ability. I think what separates me from a lot of players is my ability to shoot the basketball from three-point range, or from the mid-range,” said Ross.

“Also, my hard work. I dive on every loose ball, I play physically, and I make sure my opponent doesn’t get where he wants to go.”

Ross has also been a member of Team BC on four occasions including the chance to represent the province at the Canada Summer Games in 2017.

“The first thing that stuck out for me was Chris’ ability to shoot the basketball. The more I watched, the greater appreciation I gained for his incredible work ethic on the court. He is going to bring toughness on the defensive end, and projects as a tremendous leader for our program,” said Coach Todd Jordan.

Stepping up a competitive level is a challenge that Ross is accepting and embracing.

“The leap from high school to university basketball is a big one. What I hear from players, is always about the physicality. I have to prepare myself mentally and physically to play at that faster pace. I am excited to do it. Excited to hit the gym, get stronger, get faster, and be able to compete at that level," says Ross. 

Ross plans to study business and accounting and will arrive on campus in August.

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