Montreal Alliance Bring Back Defensive Anchor Ben Stevens for Upcoming Season

Montreal, QC –  The Montreal Alliance are proud to announce the return of center Ben Stevens, a dominant presence in the paint and one of the league’s premier defensive forces, for the upcoming CEBL season.

Standing 6-foot-10, the Halifax native served as a team captain last season and made a major impact with the Alliance, appearing in 20 games and averaging 5.0 points and 3.9 rebounds in 12.4 minutes per game, while shooting an efficient 62.2% from the field . His energy, physicality, and ability to impact the game in limited minutes made him a key piece of the team’s front court rotation.

Stevens’ impact extended far beyond the stat sheet. He led the team in rebounding and set the tone defensively throughout the season, earning recognition as the Alliance’s top rebounder and the fan-voted Defensive Player of the Year.

Following the CEBL season, Stevens continued his strong play internationally with Bishrelt Metal in the Mongolian Basketball League, where he elevated his production to new heights. In 17 games, he averaged 11.9 points, 11.5 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game, recording 195 total rebounds and consistently controlling the glass against top competition 

“Last season meant a lot to me, especially the support from the fans,” said Stevens. “Being voted Defensive Player of the Year is something I take pride in because it reflects the effort and identity I bring every night. I’m excited to be back in Montreal and ready to build on what we started.”

Alliance Co-Owner and General Manager, Joel Anthony, emphasized Stevens’ importance to the team’s identity.

“Ben is the kind of player every team needs,” said Anthony. “He does the hard things that don’t always show up on the highlight reel—rebounding, defending, setting the tone physically. Our fans recognized that last season, and we’re thrilled to have him back as a cornerstone of what we’re building.”

With Stevens anchoring the defense and controlling the boards, the Alliance continue to shape a roster defined by toughness, effort, and progression. His return signals a strong step forward as Montréal looks to elevate its performance and make a deeper push in the upcoming season.

As the new campaign approaches, fans can expect Stevens to once again bring energy, grit, and a relentless presence in the paint—setting the tone for a team ready to compete at the highest level.

The upcoming season will include 12 home contests at the Verdun Auditorium and a new league-wide playoff format culminating in a best-of-three CEBL Final.

The Alliance will open their home schedule on May 15 against the Scarborough Shooting Stars. For ticket information, visit BASKETMTL.ca.