CCAA Men’s Basketball Award Recipients

Caleb Jipp of the Saint Mary's University Lightning is the 2024 Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) Men’s Basketball Player of the Year.

Jipp was honoured at the 2024 CCAA Men’s Basketball National Championship, hosted by Mount Allison University in Sackville, NB.

Jipp's on-court achievements are impressive. He leads the ACAC in points per game and emerged as the top scorer in the entire CCAA this season. His remarkable stats include leading in steals per game and setting new records for St. Mary's University in regular-season career points scored (1481), 3-pointers made (193), free throws made (312), and steals.

"I am thrilled to extend my heartfelt congratulations to Caleb Jipp for his outstanding achievement in being named the 2024 CCAA Player of the Year. Caleb's remarkable talent, relentless work ethic, and unwavering dedication to the game have truly set him apart as one of the brightest stars in collegiate basketball in Canada this season. His exemplary leadership both on and off the court has elevated St. Mary's University to one of the top teams in the CCAA. This prestigious honor is a testament to Caleb's extraordinary skillset and his invaluable contributions to his team's success. I commend Caleb for his remarkable achievements and wish him continued success as he continues to leave an indelible mark on the rich history that is being created by the Men’s basketball program at St. Mary’s University." said Jonathan Lambert, CCAA Men's Basketball Convenor.

In addition to his on-court excellence, Jipp is recognized for his leadership qualities. His engaging personality draws people close, and he leads by example both on and off the court. Beyond basketball, Jipp is actively engaged in community service, working in a church youth group where he mentors youth and runs basketball camps for aspiring players. 

Nathan Ruff, STMU Lightning coach, added, "Caleb is the heart and soul of the Lightning program. He is a tremendous competitor and an amazing man. He leads with confidence and grace and is a critically important piece of the success of the lightning program this season."

The CCAA Men’s Basketball Player of the Year receives a customized ring provided by Jostens Canada, the Official Ring Supplier of the CCAA.

2024 CCAA Men's Basketball All-Canadians

NAME: Roy Sargeant
CONFERENCE: PACWEST
TEAM: Lanara Falcons
POSITION: Point Guard
ELIGIBILITY: 5^th year
PROGRAM: Art & Science

NAME: Adam Anhold
CONFERENCE: PACWEST
TEAM: VIU Mariners
POSITION: Forward
ELIGIBILITY: 4^th year
PROGRAM: Bachelor of Arts

NAME: Omeechi Williams
CONFERENCE: ACAC
TEAM: Keyano Huskies
POSITION: Forward
ELIGIBILITY: 3^rd year
PROGRAM: Business Administration Human Resources

NAME: Marcus Masters
CONFERENCE: ACAC
TEAM: SAIT Trojans
POSITION: Guard
ELIGIBILITY: 4^th year
PROGRAM: Marketing

NAME: Caleb Jipp
CONFERENCE: ACAC
TEAM: St. Mary’s Lightning
POSITION: Guard
ELIGIBILITY: 4^th year
PROGRAM: Psychology

NAME: O'Shane Taylor-Douglas
CONFERENCE: OCAA
TEAM: Durham Lords
POSITION: Guard
ELIGIBILITY: 5
PROGRAM: Project Management

NAME: Jalen Menzies
CONFERENCE: OCAA
TEAM: Humber Hawks
POSITION: Point Guard
ELIGIBILITY: 4^th year
PROGRAM: Sport Management

NAME: Chad Vincent-Simon
CONFERENCE: OCAA
TEAM: St. Clair Saints
POSITION: Forward
ELIGIBILITY: 5^th year
PROGRAM: General Arts & Science

NAME: Édouard Benoit
CONFERENCE: RSEQ
TEAM: Dynamiques de Brébeuf
POSITION: Ailier Fort
ELIGIBILITY: 3^rd year
PROGRAM: Sciences

NAME: Raphael Dumont
CONFERENCE: RSEQ
TEAM: Vanier Cheetahs
POSITION: Guard
ELIGIBILITY: 3^rd year
PROGRAM: Social Sciences

NAME: Christian Payawal
CONFERENCE: RSEQ
TEAM: Dawson College Blues
POSITION: Point Guard
ELIGIBILITY: 3^rd year
PROGRAM: Social Science

NAME: Geoff Lavoie
CONFERENCE: ACAA
TEAM: St. Thomas Tommies
POSITION: Forward
ELIGIBILITY: 5^th year
PROGRAM: Non Degree

NAME: Chase Tyne
CONFERENCE: ACAA
TEAM: MSVU Mystics
POSITION: Guard
ELIGIBILITY: 2^nd year
PROGRAM: undeclared