The Grade 12 student from Tumbler Ridge, B.C., will age out of his all-Indigenous team with a player of the game recognition and a wealth of hope to share with his home community. Pilgrim — Team Noosik’s towering and humble six feet seven centre — took in one more game with his teammates at a packed Langley Events Centre Thursday afternoon, after his Northern B.C. It sucks that I'm aging out, but I know these guys will be good.” said Pilgrim, who hails from Lake Babine Nation. Pilgrim has also played for his school team at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School. His former coach Cedar Wechlin said Pilgrim has a lot to come home to.

Source: CBC News March 21, 2026 13:26 UTC