University of the Fraser Valley Athletics

Pat Lee built the Cascades men’s basketball program into a national powerhouse at the CCAA level during his 12 years at the helm (1995-2007). He guided the team to three national championships in a five-year span (2000, 2002, 2004), along with four BCCAA conference titles. Lee helped usher the Cascades into the CIS (now known as U SPORTS) in 2006, and also coached Cascades women’s basketball during its first two seasons (1985-86 and 1986-87), winning BCCAA silver medals both years.

To further honour his legacy, a group of Cascades basketball alumni have established the Pat Lee Basketball Annual Leadership Award. The award will fund scholarships for both the men’s and women’s basketball teams at UFV. To donate, visit the UFV Giving online donation page and select the Pat Lee Award from the drop-down menu.