(Saint John)-The new head coach of the Saint John Mill Rats believes the National Basketball League of Canada will be around for a long time.

David Cooper, who was introduced by the team yesterday, says the league is considered by many to be one of the most competitive basketball leagues in the world.

As for the this season’s Mill Rats team, Cooper says fans can expect a fast, exciting style of play…

” They want to see the excitement  when they get the ball they want to see guys make quick plays and  see guys finish the rim it’s part of what  the entertainment  dollar is all about”


Before being named head coach, Cooper played for the Mill Rats and was a member of the team’s front office.