The University of Victoria men's basketball team secured two major Canada West awards on February 26. Ethan Boag was named Player of the Year, while Geoffrey James took home the Defensive Player of the Year honors. Both players have excelled this season, contributing significantly to the Vikes’ performance, with Boag also earning a spot on the First-Team All-Stars and James recognized for his defensive prowess. Their achievements highlight the team's overall strength as they prepare for the Canada West gold medal game against the University of British Columbia.

By the Numbers
  • Ethan Boag averaged 14.3 points per game with a season-high of 30 points against UBC.
  • Geoffrey James recorded 42 steals this season, ranking third in the conference.
State of Play
  • The Vikes are ranked second nationally and will face UBC in the Canada West final on February 27.
  • Both UVic and UBC have secured spots in the U SPORTS Final 8 tournament.
What's Next

The Vikes aim to clinch the Canada West title and will look to leverage their key players' contributions in the upcoming championship game. They hope that strong performances by Boag and James will continue to propel them into the national tournament.

Bottom Line

The recognition of Ethan Boag and Geoffrey James underlines the Vikes' potential both in the current playoffs and beyond, solidifying their status as serious contenders in Canadian university basketball.