Nate Raymond Signs with McKinnon Cougars Championship Men

McKinnon Basketball Association are pleased to announce that Nate Raymond has signed with the McKinnon Cougars for the Big V Championship Men 2026 season

Raymond returns to the club after spending the 2025 season with the Keysborough Cougars, where he primarily featured in the Victorian Youth Championship Men competition.

During the 2025 VYCM season, Raymond averaged 10.1 points, 4.4 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 1.7 steals per game, continuing to show his all round impact and development.

Raymond last suited up for McKinnon in 2024, where he impressed with the Youth Men averaging 13.4 points, 4.3 assists, 3.9 rebounds and 2.1 steals per game.

His return adds familiarity, energy and versatility to the Cougars program as preparations continue for the 2026 Championship Men campaign.

Welcome back, Nate.

The Big V Championship Men 2026 season will tip off on Saturday 28 March, with the McKinnon Cougars opening their campaign on the road against Melbourne University.