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According to an Iowa State press release, Iowa State’s senior forward Melvin Ejim will participate in the World University Games representing Canada in Kazan, Russia from July 6-17. 

Ejim’s Canadian team will begin its play on Sunday against Sweden at 9:30 p.m. Iowa time. Per the Iowa State release, Canada will also go head-to-head with the United States, Australia, the Czech Republic and United Arab Emirates in pool C. 

Ejim averaged 11.3 points and 9.3 rebounds as a junior for Iowa State as was named an All-Big 12 Third-Team member.  

Canada World University Games Schedule (all times central)

Sunday, July 7 – Sweden, 9:30 p.m.

Monday, July 8 – United Arab Emirates, 9:30 p.m.

Wednesday, July 10 – Australia, 2 p.m.

Thursday, July 11 – Czech Republic, 9:30 p.m.

Friday, July 12 – United States, 2 p.m. (ESPN3)

Chris Williams
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Chris is the Publisher of Cyclone Fanatic, one of the largest independent college sports media outlets in the country, and the Founder of Iowa Everywhere, a statewide digital platform dedicated to telling Iowa’s stories through sports and culture. A trusted voice for Cyclone fans, Williams has covered Iowa State athletics across print, radio, television, and digital media, earning a reputation as both a storyteller and community builder. Born and raised in Clarinda, Iowa, Williams also happens to be a devoted motorsports fan, country music enthusiast, and weekend pitmaster. He lives in central Iowa with his wife Ashley, their daughters Camryn and Elyse, and the family dog Diffie, who collectively keep him busier than a Big 12 schedule.

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