In one of the most electrifying matchups of the season, the Saint John Riptide battled fiercely against the Halifax Hurricanes but ultimately fell just short, losing 103–99 in front of an energized home crowd at Harbour Station on March 2, 2019.
Frank Bartley once again showed his scoring prowess, leading the Saint John Riptide with 16 hard-earned points in a fiercely competitive game. Despite Bartley’s efforts, the Riptide came up short, losing a nail-biter that highlighted the team’s resilience and heart.
After a narrow and hard-fought defeat against the Halifax Hurricanes, Saint John Riptide head coach Nelson Terroba addressed the media to break down the game, assess his team's performance, and provide insight into the adjustments being made as the playoffs approach.
The Saint John Riptide have made a major splash ahead of the 2016-2017 NBL Canada season by bringing back a name that fans know and love — Ken Horton. A dynamic forward with an incredible scoring touch, defensive tenacity, and unparalleled work ethic, Horton returns to Saint John ready to lead the next chapter of Riptide basketball.
It was a night to remember at Harbour Station as the Saint John Riptide delivered not only a decisive victory over the Moncton Magic but also a heartwarming show of community spirit. With a packed arena of over 5,000 fans, basketball and charity combined to create an unforgettable atmosphere.
It was a night filled with heart, hustle, and hope, but in the end, the Saint John Riptide's furious late comeback came up just short. On March 2, 2019, inside Harbour Station, the Riptide dropped a narrow 99–94 decision to the Kitchener-Waterloo Titans in a dramatic National Basketball League of Canada clash.
