Dime Sessions 2025/26 All-Star Teams
- david-harmon
- 3 hours ago
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What an incredible season for the still-growing league. Over 200 games played by 25 teams over the course of 7 sessions. Teams for all 4 Western provinces travelled to Edmonton, Vancouver, and Calgary to play one another. Most of the teams were filled with prospects in their post graduation year, looking to showcase their skills in front of college scouts. Looking at the rosters, I see at least 60 young men who will be on rosters from the NCAA to USport to the CCAA in the next couple of seasons.
The quality of players in this league was on full display during the championship weekend. The platinum division finals both featured WCPA teams taking on CTA teams, and I highly encourage fans and coaches to visit the Dime Sessions YouTube page to watch those, as well as the final. Every player on those rosters should have coaches calling, and at least 3 should be NCAA Division 1 next season, in my opinion.
Here is a look at the players that the coaches, along with myself and Harrison Paulichuk picked as standouts this season.
MVP
Owen Gateretse 6'6
CTA West Red Team Class of 2026 Submitted by Harrison Paulichuk
This 6’6 guard has the most complete game out of anyone in Western Canada. He is a lanky, athletic, defensive-minded prospect who can serve as a “utility knife” on any team. He plays hard on both ends of the floor, but his best skill and most transferable one is the multi-positional defensive versatility. He finished the Dime Sessions averaging 17.6/6.3/3.3 with 0.7 blocks. He has played as a guard this season, but can defend 1-4 with great lateral movement and length, locking up even the best ball handlers. One of the most impactful reasons he earned this MVP title was the ability to bother opponents' top scorers. Along with the physical skills, Gateretse's IQ on both ends of the floor always has him in a position to make the right play.
As an offensive player, Gateretse is creative with the ball in his hands and can punish defenders in several ways. He has the strength and footwork to drive it hard to the hoop and either finish with finesse or slam it home. His athleticism and balance help him make shots even under heavy contact. When left open, he will punish defenders from deep and can even step off the line to hit shots from way outside, shooting at 36.4% from beyond this season. At the end of the day, though, he does what the team needs. He can be a great passer off the dribble and likes to find teammates in open space. His offensive IQ allows him to move the ball and make the right pass rather than forcing up bad looks. His ability to jump out of the gym is just the cherry on top of an extremely versatile and well-rounded game. He was a great addition to CTA West this season and would be a great fit for any high-level program looking to take a swing at him.
1st Team All Stars (Alphabetical Order)
Markez Cain 6'2
CTA Red Team
Class of 2026
The first thing that you notice about Markez's game is just how quick he is; he does everything at a high pace, starting with his ability to move the ball up the floor in transition. He uses both the pass and his dribble to find openings before the defense can get back to set up. He is a standout quarterback prospect, and that shows in his play.
Markez is a very good shooter from range and needs to be guarded, which sets up his ability to drive and pass efficiently. Defensively, he again uses his quickness and high IQ to force turnovers on the opposition.
Rohan Dhanoa 6'4
WCPA National
Class of 2026
Rohan can flat-out shoot the ball and needs to be accounted for at all times when he is on the floor for WCPA. He gets his feet set and has a quick release that is hard to guard. He has had multiple games with 5+ 3-point makes. Besides his shot-making ability, Rohan is an excellent defender who can lock down his assignment, limiting some of the game's best players to low efficiency throughout the Dime Sessions. He is a communicator whose defensive instincts help his teammates lock in and stay organized.
Zayne Hinkson 6'1 WCPA National Class of 2027
Zayne can score from anywhere, anytime. His ability to knock down shots from deep and also beat defenders off the bounce to get to his spots is as good as anyone I have seen in Western Canada. He is always in control of the game and plays at the pace and with the patience that all coaches look for in their programs.
Brayden Savage 6'10 CTA West White Team
Class of 2026
Brayden is a true throwback big man who punishes teams on the low block. His willingness to get into the paint, post up, and demand the ball is refreshing to see in the modern game. He looks to finish with power whenever he can, but also has several post counters that make him a tough cover.
Defensively, Brayden knows his role and challenges everything that comes at the rim without fouling at a very high rate. When he is switched out to the perimeter, he can move his feet and stay in front of his man.
Spencer Tatlock 6'9 CTA Red Team Class of 2026
Spencer has impressed me every time I've seen him play. He is a big man who is extremely athletic and runs the break with great efficiency, routinely beating everyone down the floor for easy buckets. He plays the post well and is very efficient in the dunker spot, finding space and punishing the rim when he gets the ball. He rebounds well outside his area and wants the ball no matter what bounce it may take.
Defensively, he can guard the paint and change shots at the rim, but his athleticism also allows him to effectively guard wings and switch out.
2nd Team All Stars
Bebang Leke 6'4 Ovis One Prep Class of 2026
Easily the most explosive athlete we had in Dime Sessions this season, not a game went by that he didn't have multiple explosive dunks, whether they were in transition, from a lob pass, or an aggressive take from the wing. He has clearly put time in the gym, as his shot-making has seen incredible improvement; he knocked down 3s last session to put pressure on the defense and has shown he can make a one-dribble pull-up when needed. Bebang is also a willing defender and rebounder who actively impacts the game, no matter what role he is filling for his squad. His recent commitment to York University in Ontario means we will all see his game grow for years to come
Anei Majock 6'9 CTA West Red Team Class of 2026
Anei is a match-up nightmare, and I can see why he is getting a lot of recruiting attention. He is a very good shooter, as demonstrated by his 10/15 in a game during Dime Session last month, at 6'9 there are not many defenders that can defend his shot. He is also a great finisher at the rim with a good post game. Defensively, Anei is physical and makes the opposition work for any basket they get.
Kom Majok 6'1
WCPA Regional Class of 2026
Another quick, shifty guard that coaches will love. Kom is a 3-level scorer who forces opponents to change their defensive game plans; however, his passing is very good, and you cannot bring any extra help. He has had multiple 20-point, 10-assist games, showing his versatility.
Clarence Suter 6'7 WCPA National Class of 2026
Clarence has committed to the University of Manitoba Bison for 2026/27, and they are getting a versatile big man who should impact the team immediately. He has a strong build that allows him to mix it up in the paint both offensively and defensively. He is just as comfortable throwing down a dunk in the paint as he is knocking down 3-pointers.
Rashawn Taniskishaynew 6'3 First Nations (FN) Prep
Post Grad
Rashawn has been a force all season, leading a scrappy group with FN prep. His 47 points during the December session, despite facing many defensive looks, was very much the breakout game of the year. Having to commit to Olds College earlier this month, he will be someone whose motor and skill will be a welcome addition to the ACAC.
3rd Team All Stars
Zach Auramenko
6'
FV Mountaineers Class of 2026
The Mountaineer guard does it all for his squad and is a true leader on the floor. His ability to score creates mismatches for teams, and he takes every opportunity he can to exploit them. He knocks down the 3 at a very high clip and isn't afraid to challenge bigs inside and get himself to the free-throw line.
Agrey Baya 6'6
Athletic Edge
Class of 2026
The recent Olds College commit has been a physical force for his team all season. He not only rebounds and finishes tough baskets in the paint, but he also runs the floor extremely well. He stretches the floor with his shot-making and attacks aggressively.
Muhammed Omar
6'6
WCPA Regional Post Grad
Muhammed is a pick-and-roll monster; he always sets his guards up with a solid screen and then uses his high basketball IQ to roll and get himself into the paint or pop and knock down the 3. He is a player all coaches at the next level should be calling about, as he will fit in nicely at Olds College next season.
Omari Wilford 6'5 PSA Prep Black Team Class of 2026
A big guard that is highly skilled, Omari plays with an energy and motor that makes the game easier. He is a 3-level scorer who plays very well at any position on the court. He is always in attack mode and has shown himself to be a good passer that his teammates enjoy playing with.
Grady Wilson 6'5 Golden Ticket Class of 2026
Grady has been the glue that holds the Golden Ticket squad together all year. At 6'5, he is the tallest player on their roster, and his willingness to take on defensive matchups is just one of the things that make him a solid prospect. When he gets the ball on the wing, he shows the ability to shoot and drive, making the most of his size and quickness.
Honourable Mentions
Temi CTA West White Team 6'3 2026
Nash Byum CTA West White Team 6' 2026
Destine Ossai WCPA Regional 6'5 2026
Sarino Blake-Fortugno Golden Ticket 6'3 2026
Cashton Mah Ovis One Prep 6'2 2026
Faisal Shawwa OV Elite 6'5 2026
Josh Berg Athletic Edge 6'1 2026
Vince Longmuir FV Mountaineers 6'5 2026
Kierin Weinberger PSA Prep Black 6' 2026
Azariah Bumhira UPlay Scholastic 6'2 2028
Daniel Rom Legacy 6'5 2027
Nathan Merkel United Prep 6'8 2026
Jacob Moore PSA Gold 6'1 2026
Markus Kysilyuk DElite 6'2 2028
Coach of the Year
Stephen Shields Golden Ticket
What a year it has been for Coach Shields. He has led his scrappy squad from Saskatchewan to the 5 seed in the platinum division behind a 10-game winning streak over the past 3 Sessions. He has a group of players who are undersized to buy into the program and compete every time they step on the floor. He has done all this while balancing admin responsibilities for Golden Ticket, coaching a top-10 Saskatchewan high school team, and, this summer, being named Head Coach of the Saskatchewan U17 team at nationals.
Honourable Mentions
Lee Reckman CTA West Red Team
Daniel Stonechild FN Basketball
Stephen Kent WCPA Regional