The Cypress Hills College SunDogs, officially launching their basketball program Thursday afternoon, with an introduction ceremony at the Swift Current Campus.

Head Coach, Kalvan Manderscheid is looking forward getting the season underway, saying he expects the team to be competitive.

Mandersheid says whether they win or not is not a big deal, adding establishing the program is the important part.

The Sundogs will compete in the Prairie Athletic Conference, with a roster of 7 players.

The team is participating in a tournament this weekendhosted by Bethany College in Hepburn.