Image: Jordie Arthur, UFV Athletics / The University of the Fraser Valley women's basketball team continues to tap into local homegrown talent to bolster its team ahead of the 2024-25 season.The Cascades announced Wednesday (May 1) it has signed 5-foot-11 forward Ella Bohn from Yale Secondary School in Abbotsford and the Excel Basketball Club.

By Mike Vanden Bosch

UFV signs Abbotsford player

UFV signs standout basketball player from Abbotsford

May 2, 2024 | 11:41 AM

ABBOTSFORD — The University of the Fraser Valley women’s basketball team continues to tap into local homegrown talent to bolster its team ahead of the 2024-25 season.

The Cascades announced Wednesday (May 1) they has signed 5-foot-11 forward Ella Bohn from Yale Secondary School in Abbotsford and the Excel Basketball Club.

Bohn helped lead the Yale Lions to a fourth-place finish at the 4A provincial championships earlier this year. She will join the Cascades for their upcoming 2024-25 Canada West season starting in the fall.

“Ella has been a dynamic offensive player who can really shoot the ball, and on the defensive end of the floor her length allows her to influence shots.” UFV head coach Al Tuchscherer noted. “We think there is a huge upside to her game, and we are really excited to start working with her.”

Bohn said her decision to stay local offers her the choice to pursue academic excellence and athletic opportunities.

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“I want to have an impact both on and off of the court here at UFV,” Bohn explained on her choice to join the Cascades. “My goal is to improve my skills on the court, push myself to new heights of performance, and to contribute to the team’s success. Ultimately, I want to make the most of this opportunity and strive for excellence in both athletics and academics, while creating lasting memories and friendships along the way. UFV’s strong academic reputation and diverse range of programs offered me the opportunity to pursue my academic interests while also playing basketball at a high level. The basketball program offers a unique blend of competitive athletics and a supportive team environment that aligns perfectly with my passion for the sport.”

The UFV Cascades recently wrapped up one of their most successful seasons in recent history, earning a conference bronze medal and a berth to nationals for the first time in 10 years. The women’s basketball program looks to further that momentum as they approach the 2024-25 Canada West season this fall.

All of the Cascades Conference games are available to be streamed live and on demand at canadawest.tv. Visit gocascades.ca to stay up to date on Cascades news and follow @ufvcascades on social media to keep up with all the action.

Bohn will be joining Unity Christian graduate Miah Schuurman of Chilliwack as local products set to compete for the UFV women’s program.