Rattlers Welcome Award-Winning First Nations Singer

Saskatoon, Sask. – The Saskatchewan Rattlers of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) announced Monday that recording superstar Rebecca Strong will be performing at halftime during their First Nations Night on June 20^th when the team hosts the Calgary Surge at SaskTel Centre in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Strong, a member of Black Lake Denesuline First Nation was born in Stony Rapids, and grew up in Prince Albert. In early 2024, Strong made noise in her home province and around the nation for her incredible voice. Appearing on a national Canadian talent show, she soon become a household name after receiving the highest praise possible from judge, Lilly Singh. To conclude the fourth season of the talent show, Rebecca Strong was named the winner and claiming the top prize of one million dollars.

Strong will be live on June 20^th at the Rattlers First Nations Night celebrating Indigenous culture and communities, proudly presented by Dakota Dunes Community Development Corporation. Tickets are available now through Ticketmaster starting at $20 for single game tickets, with additional group pricing discounts available through bulk purchases.

“We are incredibly excited to have an international recording star from Saskatchewan perform at our First Nations Night,” said Rattlers President Lee Genier.

(Rattlers Comms)