The Concordia Stingers men’s basketball team made a statement ahead of the 2026-27 season, winning all three games at Carleton University’s House-Laughton Tournament from Oct. 16 to 18, including a victory over the defending U SPORTS national champions.
Concordia 80, TMU 77
The Stingers opened the tournament with a close 80-77 win over Toronto Metropolitan University. Rookie Ludovic Tournier led the way with 20 points, nine rebounds, three steals and a block. Ba-Amara Djame also scored 20 points, adding eight rebounds and two steals.
Concordia 81, Mount Royal 68
Concordia followed up with an 81-68 win over Mount Royal University. Djame paced the Stingers with 23 points, seven rebounds, three assists and a steal. Tournier added 15 points, while Junior Mercy chipped in with 13.
Concordia 76, Carleton 72
The Stingers capped off their perfect weekend with a 76-72 victory over the host Carleton Ravens, the defending national champions.
Junior Mercy led Concordia with 26 points, while Peniel Goujou provided a strong contribution off the bench with 11 points and nine rebounds.
With three wins in three games, Concordia claimed the House-Laughton Tournament title and heads into the regular season with plenty of momentum.
Up next
The Stingers open their regular-season schedule on Nov. 7 against Bishop’s before returning home to host McGill on Nov. 12.
