Off-Season Profiles: Deon Ejim & Gatluak James

Over the summer, we caught up with X-Men Basketball's Deon Ejim and Gatluak James on their off-season plans, favourite moments at StFX and what they're looking forward to this season — plus more!

To watch Deon and Gatluak in action with the X-Men, check out the full 2023-24 season schedule and purchase game tickets here.

Deon Ejim

Nickname: Deji

Summer Bucket List Item: Peace Tournament in Halifax

Pre-Game Pump Up Song: Dreams & Nightmares by Meek Mill

Favourite StFX Memory: U SPORTS National Championship Tournament

Funniest Teammate: Marcus Upshaw

Favourite Pro Team/Athlete: LA Lakers & Lebron James

What are you up to this summer?

Playing in the CEBL league and living in Calgary for the summer. 

What's your favourite off-season workout/activity?

Josh Crouse's off-season training plan.

What are you most excited for this season?

Defending our AUS championship with my fellow X-Men.

Gatluak James

Nickname: Agent 0

Summer Bucket List Item: Fixing my golf swing

Pre-Game Pump Up Song: Freestyle by Rod Wave!!!

Favourite StFX Memory: Winning AUS

Funniest Teammate: Dondre and Matty P

Favourite Pro Athlete: James Harden

What are you up to this summer?

Basketball, training, and work (summer research on positive youth development).

What's your favourite off-season workout/activity?

Deadlifts and pull ups.

What are you most excited for this season?

Road trips with the team.