Toronto Raptors are headed to Calgary this fall
The Toronto Raptors are heading west.
The team and the NBA announced today that they’re heading to Alberta for nearly a week-long training camp to be held at the University of Calgary, from Sept. 30 to Oct. 3.
“It’s been nearly a decade since we were last in Calgary — so we’re excited to be spending the better part of a week in Stampede City,” Raptors general manager Bobby Webster said.
“Training camp is really important for our team. It’s where we come together to focus on the year ahead, so making sure the city and the venue works is key. We think Calgary will be great — the facilities at UCalgary are top-class and we’re looking forward to exploring all the city has to offer.”
The Raptors will host an open practice in Calgary on Oct. 3 at Jack Simpson Gym at the University of Calgary, with full details announced at a later date.
“It’s shaping up to be a big year for basketball at the University of Calgary, and we are thrilled to welcome the Toronto Raptors to campus and the Jack Simpson Gym for training camp this fall,” said University of Calgary Director of Athletics Ben Matchett. “We look forward to welcoming the Raptors to the Home of the Dinos and creating an outstanding opportunity for the vibrant Calgary basketball community.”
Training camp could be one of the first chances Raptors fans get to see 2025 ninth overall pick Collin Murray-Boyles, who recently debuted for the team at NBA Summer League. The Raptors also currently boast two All-Stars, Scottie Barnes and Brandon Ingram, the latter of whom has yet to debut with the team after a midseason trade.
Following training camp, they’ll head west to Vancouver for a preseason game against the Denver Nuggets, their first of six exhibition contests.
Toronto Raptors preseason schedule
Monday, Oct. 6 vs. Denver, in Vancouver
Wednesday, Oct. 8 at Sacramento
Friday, Oct. 10 vs. Boston
Sunday, Oct. 12 at Washington
Wednesday, Oct. 15 at Boston
Friday, Oct. 17 vs. Brooklyn