Former Boise State Player Signs Pro Basketball Contract

Dominic Parolin joins the Vancouver Bandits of the Canadian Elite Basketball League

Apr. 3, 2026 at 2:53pm

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Dominic Parolin, who served as a backup center for the Boise State men's basketball team last season, has signed a professional contract with the Vancouver Bandits of the Canadian Elite Basketball League. Parolin, a British Columbia native, spent his first four college seasons at Lehigh before transferring to Boise State for his sixth year of eligibility.

Why it matters

Parolin's signing with the Bandits represents an opportunity for the former Boise State player to continue his basketball career professionally in his home country of Canada. The move also highlights the ongoing transition for the Boise State program as it prepares to join the Pac-12 Conference next season, with Parolin being one of several key players who will not be returning to the team.

The details

Parolin, a 6-foot-9 forward, averaged 5.5 points and 4.7 rebounds in 17 minutes per game for Boise State last season. The Broncos finished 20-12 overall and missed the NCAA Tournament for the second straight year. The Canadian Elite Basketball League, which began play in 2019, is the top professional league in Canada, featuring 10 teams spread across six provinces. The Vancouver Bandits, who Parolin has signed with, finished the 2025 regular season with the top record in the league at 19-5 to secure a second straight Western Conference championship.

  • Parolin spent his first four college seasons at Lehigh before transferring to Boise State for the 2025-26 season.
  • Parolin missed the entire 2024-25 season due to a knee injury.
  • Parolin appeared in all 32 games as a sixth-year senior at Boise State in 2025-26.
  • The Vancouver Bandits announced Parolin's signing on Thursday, April 3, 2026.
  • The Bandits are set to open the 2026 season on May 14 against Saskatoon.

The players

Dominic Parolin

A 6-foot-9 forward who served as a backup center for the Boise State men's basketball team last season after transferring from Lehigh, where he spent his first four college seasons.

Kyle Julius

The head coach and general manager of the Vancouver Bandits of the Canadian Elite Basketball League.

Dylan Andrews

The point guard for the Boise State men's basketball team last season, who averaged 12.5 points, 3.2 assists and 2.5 rebounds as a senior and is out of eligibility.

RJ Keene II

The shooting guard for the Boise State men's basketball team last season, who averaged 2.6 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.9 assists.

Andrew Meadow

The wing for the Boise State men's basketball team last season, who averaged 12.1 points and 3.6 rebounds.

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What they’re saying

“We are all excited about working with Dominic. He has had a tremendous college career and has a very high ceiling as a professional player. Dominic plays with big-time toughness, has great size and a versatile game as a power forward. Being a B.C. kid, we are thrilled that he is back home playing for us in front of friends and family.”

— Kyle Julius, Head Coach and General Manager, Vancouver Bandits

What’s next

Parolin and the Vancouver Bandits are set to open the 2026 season on May 14 against Saskatoon.

The takeaway

Parolin's signing with the Vancouver Bandits represents an opportunity for the former Boise State player to continue his basketball career professionally in his home country of Canada. As Boise State transitions to the Pac-12 Conference next season, Parolin is one of several key players who will not be returning to the team, highlighting the changes the program is undergoing.