Manchester Basketball can confirm the signing of Canadian Elijah Ifejeh.

Born in Montreal, Canada, Elijah last played for his hometown team Montreal Alliance in the CEBL. Former teammate of Nathan Cayo, Elijah graduated from Prairie View A&M University in 2022, he has experience playing in Europe, in Germany, Kosovo, and North Macedonia.

“Elijah is someone who brings a lot of defensively versatility to the team as well as being dynamic in areas we need offensively,” commented Coach Callum Jones.

“I know he is hungry for the opportunity with us, and we are looking forward to getting to work with him.”

Ifejeh reflected on signing for the first time in the UK:

“First and foremost, I want to thank the Manchester community for this incredible opportunity to represent them.”

“I’m excited to meet the staff, my teammates, and the fans. I can’t wait to be in town and start working alongside my brothers!”

Elijah becomes the fourth born Canadian on the roster with Nathan Cayo, Cody John & Nicholas Lewis.