Lancer men's basketball standout Thomas Kennedy has been drafted in the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) 2021 U SPORTS draft, as announced by the league Wednesday afternoon.
 
Kennedy was drafted tenth overall (round two, pick three) by the Hamilton Honey Badgers.
 
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"I'm very excited to be returning to the CEBL, especially to the team and organization that recognized my talent in during the 2019 season," said Kennedy. "After a year without basketball I'm very grateful for this opportunity to compete against pros and learn as much as I can from my teammates and coaching staff. I'm very thankful to the Honey Badgers for re-drafting me and I look forward to representing the University of Windsor in the process."
 
This is the second time that Kennedy has been drafted by Hamilton, after being selected 77th overall in the league's entry draft in 2019. As the business major did not sign an official contract with the team, he was released back into draft where he was once again selected as a development player. He will continue his studies at Windsor and compete for the Lancers.
 
"Thomas is deserving for this opportunity once again. He continues to work diligently on his craft. Despite all the training restrictions due to COVID, Thomas has always found solutions to ensure his training is not comprised," commented Lancer men's basketball head coach Chris Cheng. "The opportunity t o enhance his skills and experience with the Honey Badgers will be great for Thomas. He has a bright future and with continued opportunities as such, will help him accomplish his personal ambitions as a Lancer and beyond."
 
Cheng continued. "I am a fan of the CEBL. I like what they have been able to accomplish in their first two seasons. I have full confidence in the Honey Badgers management and coaches and how they can aid to Thomas' development."
 
Kennedy was named the Windsor Lancers male super sophomore award winner following the 2019-20 season. He had a standout sophomore campaign for the blue and gold, suiting up for all 22 games. He led the league in both total rebounds with 258 (209 of which were defensive), and rebounds per game with 11.7. The business major also averaged 18.6 points per game, had 38 total teals, and an outstanding 29 blocks.