BOISE, Idaho – The Idaho Stampede announce they will be hosting open player tryouts for the upcoming season. The camp will be held in Toronto, Canada on October 5-6 at Humber College. Tryouts start promptly at 6 p.m. on the 5th.

“This is such an invaluable opportunity for our team and a great way to fill our roster,” said Stampede Head Coach, Bryan Gates. “We are thrilled to be heading to Toronto and it would not be possible without the help from the Raptors organization.”

Open tryouts offer athletes an opportunity to showcase their talents in front of Stampede coaching staff, including head coach Bryan Gates. Players will compete to earn an invitation to the Stampede’s official Training Camp, which is scheduled to begin November 14.

During the 07-08 open player tryouts, both Ernest Scott and Jason Ellis earned a spot on the Stampede roster. Scott played in 40 games with the Stampede, averaging 7.9 points per game and 3.5 rebounds. Ellis, a former BSU standout played in 37 games averaging 5.4 points per game and 5.1 rebounds.

“Our club is excited to be partnered with the Idaho Stampede,” said Toronto Raptors Director of Player Personnel, Jim Kelly. “This is the perfect chance for many Canadian players to show the Development League and the NBA their talent. We will be watching.”

Registration forms and waivers are available at www.idahostampede.com or the Idaho Stampede office, located at 233 S. Capitol Blvd., Suite 100, Boise, ID 83702.