TRU Men’s Basketball adds third year guard

Jun 1, 2024 | 11:50 AM

KAMLOOPS — The Thompson Rivers University WolfPack’s newest men’s basketball recruit comes to Kamloops with experience at the collegiate level down south.

Steve Stinson, from San Diego, has committed to the ‘Pack after spending the past two seasons with San Diego Mesa Community College.

“We are extremely excited to announce that Steve Stinson will be joining the WolfPack men’s basketball team for the 2024-2025 season,” said Jacobson. “Steve’s addition to the program will make an immediate impact both on and off the court. Steve’s experience, competitive spirit and combination of skill and athleticism will help to strengthen our backcourt this upcoming season.”

Stinson’s first year with TRU will be his third season of eligibility.

“I like to think of myself as a very resilient, tough-minded, gritty, and intelligent basketball player that can get to the rim as well as make plays for others and shoot the three ball,” said Stinson. “I want to say that I’ll be bring lots of energy and positivity to the program above everything, because I pride myself on ultimately being a great teammate that just wants to do anything it takes to win.”

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Stinson was named a Pacific Coast Athletic Conference First Team All-Conference player last year after a season in which he averaged 16.6 points- and 3.3 assists-per-game.

“I decided to join the ‘Pack mainly because of the belief that the coach had in me as a player,” said Stinson. “He made me feel like I was wanted and valued at this program.”

by Michael Reeve

TRU Men’s Basketball adds third year guard

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