https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/en-ukCopyright (C) 2026 newslocker.comSat, 23 May 2026 14:44:00 +0200 Kelvin Clement and Andrew Nwokolo are joined by the returning Obinna Ekufu, who is also a late addition to the Under-19 Men’s game.
Each participant will have two scoring dunks in the first round with the top two going through to the final, where they will have two more dunks to add to a cumulative score to determine the winner.
In the 2025 edition, Amarlie Wilkinso]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/dunk-contest-set-for-2026-hoopsfix-all-star-classic/Sat, 23 May 2026 14:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/dunk-contest-set-for-2026-hoopsfix-all-star-classic/ Back for a seventh edition, the format consists of each contestant having one minute on the clock in the first round with six points available in each of the five racks – the fifth (mon]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/3-point-shootout-participants-announced-for-hascxii/Sat, 23 May 2026 12:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/3-point-shootout-participants-announced-for-hascxii/ You can watch all the action unfold from the Crystal Palace National Sports Centre.
3-Point Shootout (1pm)Under-19 Women’s Game (1:30pm)RostersLive stats
Dunk Contest (3:30pm)Under-19 Men’s Game (4pm)RostersLive stats
The post Watch LIVE: Hoopsfix All-Star Classic 2026 appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/watch-live-hoopsfix-all-star-classic-2026/Sat, 23 May 2026 11:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/watch-live-hoopsfix-all-star-classic-2026/ Basketball England announced Ward will succeed interim CEO Nigel Walker, whom she will also replace on the newly formed Great Britain Interim Delivery Group.
Ward becomes Basketball England’s first female CEO and joins the national governing body after more than a decade in senior leadership roles across sport, charities and membership organisations.
She was CEO of Welsh Gymnastics from 2023 to 2025]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/victoria-ward-appointed-as-basketball-england-ceo/Fri, 22 May 2026 09:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/victoria-ward-appointed-as-basketball-england-ceo/ The teams will meet at Co-op Live on Sunday 17 January 2027, three days after facing each other at the Accor Arena in Paris on Thursday 14 January.
The NBA announced the two-game European slate on Wednesday, with the fixtures forming part of the league’s multiyear commitment to staging regular-season games across Europe.
The Manchester game will be the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/spurs-and-pelicans-to-play-regular-season-nba-game-in-manchester/Thu, 21 May 2026 23:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/spurs-and-pelicans-to-play-regular-season-nba-game-in-manchester/ Kyla Nelson and Chloe Gaynor will go head-to-head on the sidelines in the Under-19 Women’s game, while Danny Hildreth and Lewis Scott take charge of the Under-19 Men’s rosters.
It’s a clash between the two youngest playcallers in the SLBW with Nelson leading Team Black, while Gaynor has control of Team White.
Nelson helped lead London Lions to the playoffs in her first season as head coach, and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/2026-hoopsfix-all-star-classic-coaches-confirmed/Tue, 19 May 2026 20:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/2026-hoopsfix-all-star-classic-coaches-confirmed/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/great-britain-plan-to-enter-teams-at-2027-fisu-world-university-games/Mon, 18 May 2026 17:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/great-britain-plan-to-enter-teams-at-2027-fisu-world-university-games/ Joel Scott led the way with a first half double-double on the way to claiming MVP honours with 22 points and 17 rebounds in the Lions’ 104-81 success, on Sunday.
Box score.
London raced out of the blocks with 35 points in the opening 10 minutes as they started on a 17-5 run to take control. League MVP Pat Robinson had eight points off the bench for]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-clinch-sweep-with-slb-playoffs-crown/Sun, 17 May 2026 19:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-clinch-sweep-with-slb-playoffs-crown/ Vanessa Ellis’ side have now won five consecutive pieces of silverware in the top flight with a repeat triumph at The O2 Arena in London – in front of an attendance of 8,123 – as they held off a valiant fourth quarter comeback.
Megan Mullings posted a double-double of 18 points and 10 rebounds in the win to claim Finals MVP honours, with An]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sheffield-hatters-seal-slb-clean-sweep-with-another-playoffs-crown/Sun, 17 May 2026 16:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sheffield-hatters-seal-slb-clean-sweep-with-another-playoffs-crown/ Basketball England announced Patel will continue in the role after initially stepping in on an interim basis earlier this year, with former Great Britain international Dominique Allen also confirmed to continue as general manager.
The pair led the programme through a positive first international window together in March,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/krumesh-patel-confirmed-as-gb-women-head-coach-for-eurobasket-qualifying/Sun, 17 May 2026 09:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/krumesh-patel-confirmed-as-gb-women-head-coach-for-eurobasket-qualifying/ The free programme, run by London Marathon Events in collaboration with the NBA, is in its second year and is designed to get more children playing basketball across London schools.
Ten secondary school teams from across the capital will qualify for the Finals through borough and area competitions, earning the chance to play in Traf]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jr-nba-3v3-finals-to-return-to-trafalgar-square/Wed, 13 May 2026 13:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jr-nba-3v3-finals-to-return-to-trafalgar-square/ 24 of the top junior talents will take to the court at Crystal Palace on Sunday May 24th for the annual showcase of British Basketball (buy your tickets now!)
Reigning MVP – and current GB Senior international – Irene Oboavwoduo is one of nine returning players from the 2025 edition, and will headline Team Black.
Oboavwoduo has had another big year; playing for Manchester in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/rosters-confirmed-for-u19-womens-game-at-hascxii/Tue, 12 May 2026 22:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/rosters-confirmed-for-u19-womens-game-at-hascxii/ 24 of the UK’s brightest talents will converge at Crystal Palace on Sunday May 24th for the latest edition of the junior British Basketball showcase (tickets are going fast and available here).
The lineups feature several junior internationals, academy award winners and players returning from overseas.
EABL regular season MVPs Demi Babalola and Ethan Round will be going]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/under-19-mens-rosters-locked-for-hascxii/Tue, 12 May 2026 21:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/under-19-mens-rosters-locked-for-hascxii/ The 25-year-old from Northampton was named to the Atlanta Dream’s 12-player opening night roster on Thursday, becoming the first British homegrown guard to make a WNBA team.
“A little girl’s dream turned into reality,” Winterburn posted on Instagram. “Beyond grateful. The work starts now.”View this post on InstagramA post shared by Holly Winterburn (@hollywinterburnn)Winterburn arrived in Atlanta off the back of a title-winni]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/holly-winterburn-becomes-first-homegrown-british-guard-to-make-wnba/Fri, 08 May 2026 15:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/holly-winterburn-becomes-first-homegrown-british-guard-to-make-wnba/ Taking place on Saturday 23rd May at Crystal Palace National Sports Centre, this year’s conference features six expert practitioners delivering sessions covering everything from offensive and defensive systems to building national federations from the ground up.The lineup spans the ful]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/basketball-development-conference-returns-for-sixth-year/Fri, 08 May 2026 14:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/basketball-development-conference-returns-for-sixth-year/ ESPN reported the agreement, citing Fagbenle’s agent Marcus Crenshaw, with the Great Britain centre joining the league’s first franchise outside the United States ahead of Toronto’s inaugural season.
The 6’4 centre arrives after a strong season with the Golden State Valkyries, where ESPN described her as emerging as a &l]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/temi-fagbenle-signs-reported-1-million-deal-with-toronto-tempo/Thu, 07 May 2026 09:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/temi-fagbenle-signs-reported-1-million-deal-with-toronto-tempo/ The Great Britain guard, who was named on Atlanta’s 2026 training camp roster, spoke during her first media availability with the Dream after arriving from Athinaikos, where she helped the Greek club win the Greek Cup and A1 Women’s League title, as well]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/holly-winterburn-calls-atlanta-dream-training-camp-surreal/Thu, 07 May 2026 09:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/holly-winterburn-calls-atlanta-dream-training-camp-surreal/ The Great Britain guard led the Dream in scoring in an 83-72 pre-season defeat, with Atlanta struggling with turnovers and inconsistent shooting across the contest.
Winterburn is with Atlanta on a training camp contract as she looks to earn a place in the league after establishing herself as one of Britain’s leading guards. The former Charnwood guard had won]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/holly-winterburn-scores-12-points-in-wnba-pre-season-debut/Mon, 04 May 2026 23:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/holly-winterburn-scores-12-points-in-wnba-pre-season-debut/ The Virginia Tech and former CoLA forward was named among the prospects invited to the combine, which brings together leading draft candidates for testing, interviews and on-court work in front of NBA teams.
Lawal’s invite follows his appearance at the Portsmouth Invitational Tournament, where he was part of the annual showcase for senior prospects. He had 16]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tobi-lawal-earns-nba-draft-combine-invite/Mon, 04 May 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tobi-lawal-earns-nba-draft-combine-invite/ The final was level at 68-68 heading into the fourth quarter before Newcastle made their move, building a 10-point lead inside the final three minutes and closing out the game down the stretch.
Sam Trunley led the Knights with 30 points and was named Finals MVP despite suffering an ankle injury in the fourth quarter.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/newcastle-knights-beat-reading-rockets-to-win-bcb-playoff-title/Sun, 03 May 2026 23:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/newcastle-knights-beat-reading-rockets-to-win-bcb-playoff-title/ The interim structure will operate for a period of up to 10 months, providing stability while work continues on a permanent long-term governance solution for the sport.It will act as an advisory and support group to Ba]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/interim-delivery-group-approved-to-oversee-gb-basketball-programme/Fri, 01 May 2026 15:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/interim-delivery-group-approved-to-oversee-gb-basketball-programme/ The game was played in front of their opponent’s home crowd, but Manchester fought back from behind to pull off a victory of momentous significance for the Club.
Jordan Johnson led Manchester off the bench with 21 points and was instrumental in the second half, particularly, scoring momentum-building baske]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-advance-to-european-final/Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-advance-to-european-final/ The Lions moved to 22-5 with an unassailable lead at the top of the table with five games remaining, sealing the regular season title in emphatic fashion against their closest challengers at the Copper Box Arena.View this post on InstagramA post sh]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-win-championship-and-secure-treble/Sun, 05 Apr 2026 23:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-win-championship-and-secure-treble/ The Monsters claimed the 2026 NJCAA Division I Women’s Basketball National Championship, with Edwards playing a supporting role in the program’s historic achievement.
Edwards, who committed to Eastern Arizona on a full athletic scholarship in January 2024 and was also the 2024 Hoopsfix A]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/yazmin-edwards-wins-juco-title-with-eastern-arizona/Fri, 03 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/yazmin-edwards-wins-juco-title-with-eastern-arizona/ The NBA, working with advisers JP Morgan and The Raine Group, is now reviewing non-binding offers for 12 permanent franchises in the new European league, which is set to launch in October 2027. Both London and Manchester are among the confirmed host cities.
“We have received significant interest from a rang]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-europe-bids-close-as-london-emerges-as-most-sought-after-franchise/Fri, 03 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-europe-bids-close-as-london-emerges-as-most-sought-after-franchise/ The Lions defeated top-seeded BYU 81-64 in Wednesday’s championship game at Charles Koch Arena in Wichita, Kansas, with Rafiu contributing 12 points and eight rebounds in the title game. It marked Columbia’s first WBIT championship and capped off a dominant tournament run in whi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/susannah-rafiu-wins-wbit-championship-and-earns-all-tournament-honours-with-columbia/Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/susannah-rafiu-wins-wbit-championship-and-earns-all-tournament-honours-with-columbia/ Matt Otten’s side won the quarter-final series 183-178 on aggregate at the Drazen Petrovic hall in Zagreb on Wednesday night, completing a remarkable comeback in their debut European campaign.
It is the second consecutive]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-basketball-make-history-with-enbl-final-four-berth/Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-basketball-make-history-with-enbl-final-four-berth/ Holly Winterburn and Kristine Anigwe starred on court while GB Senior Women’s head coach Krumesh Patel played a key role behind the scenes in the Athens-based club’s first Cup triumph in 14 years.
The victory ended a 14-year wait for Athinaikos, who claimed their fourth Greek Cup title with a performance that was dominant from t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/british-trio-win-greek-cup-with-athinaikos/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 09:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/british-trio-win-greek-cup-with-athinaikos/ The draw, conducted at the House of Basketball in Mies, Switzerland, sets up a challenging path for GB as they seek to reach successive EuroBasket qualification having competed in 2019, 2023 and 2025. France, ranked fifth in the world, will provide the sternest test in what promises to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-women-learn-opponents-for-eurobasket-2027-qualification-second-round/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 23:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-women-learn-opponents-for-eurobasket-2027-qualification-second-round/ The first-ever piece of silverware in British Championship Basketball history now belongs to Birmingham, and on this evidence, it could be the start of something significant for the Rockets programme.
Eric Donaldson was the story of the afternoon. The Molten BCB]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/birmingham-rockets-make-history-with-inaugural-bcb-trophy-title/Sat, 28 Mar 2026 23:18:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/birmingham-rockets-make-history-with-inaugural-bcb-trophy-title/ The update, buried among a wide-ranging agenda at the Board’s ninth meeting of its 2023-27 term, is the clearest indication yet that basketball’s world governing body is actively monitoring the ongoing governance crisis in British basketball.
“Regarding the situation]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/fiba-forms-working-group-to-oversee-future-of-british-basketball-federation/Sat, 28 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/fiba-forms-working-group-to-oversee-future-of-british-basketball-federation/ “Coming into this year and coming to this game, I think the focus and the mindset was completely different,” said head coach Lewis Scott, who assisted last year’s losing final. “That was a hurt, one that hurt us.”
For long stretches, it looked like another final that would slip through Myerscough’s fingers. Twenty-five turnovers acr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/myerscough-claim-third-eabl-title/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:59:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/myerscough-claim-third-eabl-title/ Jaron Thames was named MVP with 28 points, 12 rebounds, six assists and three steals, while Sam Trunley had 25 points and Bradley Dean had 20.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoopsfix)Loughborough were led by Victor Ndoukou’s 29 points and Mike Joiner’s 23, as they saw their three-year BUCS championship win streak come]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/newcastle-university-claim-second-ever-bucs-mens-title/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 23:09:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/newcastle-university-claim-second-ever-bucs-mens-title/ Brooke Bigott was named MVP, finishing with 13 points, nine rebounds, five assists and six steals, while Katie Januszewska led all scores with 16 points.
View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)Essex were led by 15 points from Paige Meyer.
It marks Loughborough’s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/loughborough-university-avenge-essex-with-2026-bucs-women-championship/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 23:08:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/loughborough-university-avenge-essex-with-2026-bucs-women-championship/ FIBA 3×3 and Commonwealth Sport confirmed that Team England and Basketball England will stage the men’s and women’s tournaments, which will feature England, Isle of Man, Northern Ireland and Wales competing in round robin formats before a winner-takes]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/england-to-host-33-commonwealth-games-qualifier-at-nbpc-in-may/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/england-to-host-33-commonwealth-games-qualifier-at-nbpc-in-may/ Now firmly established as a highlight of the British basketball summer calendar, the five-week league brings elite-level talent back to The Rec – the iconic home of the Brixton Topcats – widely regarded as the spiritual home of London basketball.
With a focus on high-level competition,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-summer-league-returns-for-fifth-year/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:14:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-summer-league-returns-for-fifth-year/ Trailing 40–32 at halftime after being outworked and disrupted by Manchester’s defensive intensity, the Lions flipped the game through physicality, defensive pressure, and composure down the stretch, in a game that was marred by an altercation in the fi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-claim-slb-cup-over-manchester-in-fierce-contest/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:55:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-claim-slb-cup-over-manchester-in-fierce-contest/ They made a strong start on their way to a 90-71 success at the AO Arena in Manchester; backing up their triumph in the SLB Trophy in January.
Georgia Gayle led the way as Finals MVP with 20 points and seven assists in the win, with Megan Mullings adding 15 points, and Antoinette Lewis posting a double-double of 11 points and 10 rebounds.
Box score.
The fi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sheffield-hatters-secure-2026-slb-cup-title/Sun, 22 Mar 2026 18:26:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sheffield-hatters-secure-2026-slb-cup-title/ Michael Belle – VCU [12]Thursday, 19th March vs North Carolina [5] – 10:50pm (UK time) – Tampa
Back-to-back appearances for Michael Belle after VCU defended its Atlantic-10 tournament title. Belle had 12 points and six rebounds in the Championship victory over Dayton.
The guard/forward averaged 7.5 points and 5.1 rebounds coming off the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/march-madness-brits-in-the-2026-mens-ncaa-basketball-tournament/Thu, 19 Mar 2026 20:59:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/march-madness-brits-in-the-2026-mens-ncaa-basketball-tournament/ Ines Goryanova – Baylor [6]
Friday, 20th March vs Nebraska/Richmond [11] – 6pm (UK time) – Durham, North Carolina
Redshirt freshman Goryanova made a long-awaited debut for Baylor this season after a long injury recovery. The guard – who previously played for London L]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/march-madness-brits-in-the-2026-womens-ncaa-basketball-tournament/Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:25:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/march-madness-brits-in-the-2026-womens-ncaa-basketball-tournament/ Already assured of progression to the next phase following their win in Switzerland earlier in the week, GB delivered another composed performance to take control of the group standings.
The hosts had to dig deep after trailing for much of the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/winterburn-powers-gb-past-austria/Sun, 15 Mar 2026 07:23:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/winterburn-powers-gb-past-austria/ Kristina Anigwe led GB with 21 points and 13 rebounds, Shanice Beckford-Norton had 17 points and Savannah Wilkinson added 16, as GB jumped out to an early lead and never looked back.GB set the tone early, storming out to a 23–12 lead in the first quarter. Kristine Anigwe made an immediate impact, asserting herself in the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-women-advance-to-second-round-of-eurobasket-qualifiers/Thu, 12 Mar 2026 11:52:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-women-advance-to-second-round-of-eurobasket-qualifiers/ After Friday’s defeat in Newcastle, Marc Steutel’s side showed clear improvement and remained in the contest deep into the fourth quarter before the hosts eventually created separation.
The return of Quinn Ellis proved significant for GB. The London-born point guard,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ellis-return-boosts-gb-but-italy-prevail/Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:10:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ellis-return-boosts-gb-but-italy-prevail/ Last season, London 3×3 claimed victory at the Deqing Masters during their first campaign on the FIBA 3×3 World Tour, announcing themselves as immediate contenders at the highest level of the professional 3×3 circuit.
Moving forward, the team are now set to officially compete as London 3×3 GBR]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-33-now-under-full-british-ownership/Sun, 01 Mar 2026 08:05:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-33-now-under-full-british-ownership/ The visitors seized control inside the opening minutes and never relinquished it, leading for over 39 minutes as their defensive pressure and clinical execution overwhelmed GB on both ends.Nico Mannion paced Italy with 19 points, five assists and a +26 plus/minus, steering an efficient off]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/italy-cruise-past-gb-as-group-d-hopes-take-major-hit/Fri, 27 Feb 2026 23:51:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/italy-cruise-past-gb-as-group-d-hopes-take-major-hit/ The 24-year-old point guard penned his name into British basketball history, producing the fourth-highest single-game scoring display in top-flight competition and setting a new Eagles club record in the process.
After the Eagles edged ahead by eight at the e]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/raysean-taylor-drops-historic-51-point-performance/Wed, 25 Feb 2026 23:37:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/raysean-taylor-drops-historic-51-point-performance/ Having won the Italian Cup and being named the Final Eight MVP last year with Trento, the GB international claimed the Cup title this time around as a member of Olimpia Milano.
Olimpia took home the Coppa Italia with an 85-77 victory over Derthona Basket Tortona on Sunday in the championship game.
View this post on InstagramEllis provided solid contributions for Milano, who were crow]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/quin-ellis-wins-second-consecutive-italian-cup/Tue, 24 Feb 2026 22:17:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/quin-ellis-wins-second-consecutive-italian-cup/ Originally out of Haringey Heat before developing at Barking Abbey, Ekufu has steadily climbed the British pathway — including selection to the Hoopsfix All-Star Classic last summer — and is now firmly on the global radar.
Testing in Los Angeles underlined why.
The 6’5” wing measured a 7-foot wings]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ekufu-shows-elite-tools-at-basketball-without-borders-all-star-camp/Sun, 22 Feb 2026 22:24:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ekufu-shows-elite-tools-at-basketball-without-borders-all-star-camp/ San Antonio confirmed on February 11 that Sochan had been released, ending his four-year stint with the franchise that drafted him ninth overall in the 2022 NBA Draft.
Sochan, who came up in the UK with the Milton Keynes Trojans and the Solent Kestrels, appeared in 28 of the Spurs’ 53 games this season, averaging 4.1 points, 2.6 rebounds and 1.0 assist]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jeremy-sochan-joins-knicks-after-spurs-release/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 17:55:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jeremy-sochan-joins-knicks-after-spurs-release/ Hosted by the NBA and FIBA, the camp will take place from February 13–15 at the UCLA Health Training Center as part of NBA All-Star 2026, bringing together 40 of the top high-school-age prospects from 29 countries and territories.
Ekufu, now at Sagemont Prep in Florida, continues his rapid rise on the international stage after impressing]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/obinna-ekufu-selected-for-basketball-without-borders-all-star-camp/Thu, 12 Feb 2026 09:18:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/obinna-ekufu-selected-for-basketball-without-borders-all-star-camp/ The Newcastle-raised forward joins Charlotte after a productive spell in the G League with the Maine Celtics, where he averaged 19.4 points, 5.9 rebounds and 4.7 assists across nine games, including a 34-point outing.OFFICIAL: We’ve signed Tosan Evbuomwan to a two-way contract.
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— Charlotte Hornets (@hornets) February 6, 2026Evbu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-agrees-two-way-deal-with-charlotte-hornets/Sat, 07 Feb 2026 07:27:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-agrees-two-way-deal-with-charlotte-hornets/ According to Marc Stein, the Celtics have agreed a two-year, $2.7 million deal with the Nottingham-born big man, with the team later confirming the signing while not disclosing financial terms.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoopsfix)Williams initially joined Boston on a one-year, two-way contract after being selected 46th overall in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/amari-williams-signs-multi-year-deal-with-boston-celtics/Fri, 06 Feb 2026 08:51:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/amari-williams-signs-multi-year-deal-with-boston-celtics/ GB teams have been entered at Under-16 and Under-18 level for both men and women, but no U20 teams will take part, with the decision based on the funding available to support the programmes.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u20s-withdrawn-from-youth-eurobasket-again/Wed, 04 Feb 2026 18:21:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u20s-withdrawn-from-youth-eurobasket-again/ It is the third time in less than a month the two teams have matched up, and the result was the same on each occasion with Lions securing the victory.
Deane Williams was named MVP, finishing with eight points, seven rebounds and five assists.
“I just try to make sure everyone is level-h]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-take-2026-slb-trophy-title/Sun, 01 Feb 2026 20:20:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-take-2026-slb-trophy-title/ Vanessa Ellis’ side went on a 21-3 run to start the second half at the Utilita Arena in Birmingham, as they added another piece of silverware to their collection – winning the competition for a third time.
Megan Mullings top scored with 26 points in the win, and led the strong defensive effort as the Hatters backed up their Play-]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sheffield-hatters-crowned-2026-betty-codona-trophy-winners/Sun, 01 Feb 2026 14:57:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sheffield-hatters-crowned-2026-betty-codona-trophy-winners/ NCAA Division 1
Isi Ozzy-Momodu is coming off a big performance against Iowa where she scored a season high 18 points, along with grabbing 12 rebounds, in Maryland’s OT loss to the Hawkeyes.
Overall, the redshirt junior has had 10 games so far this season where she has reached double figures in scoring and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brits-in-college-women-mid-season-check-in/Sat, 31 Jan 2026 06:05:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brits-in-college-women-mid-season-check-in/ The NBA London Game 2026, a regular-season fixture between the Orlando Magic and the Memphis Grizzlies on January 18, was the most-watched NBA Global Game ever in the UK, while in person, 18,424 were in attendance.
Viewership for the London game was up 90% compared with the last NBA game staged in the capital in 2019, making it the most-watched NBA]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-london-game-delivers-record-uk-viewership/Fri, 30 Jan 2026 10:39:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-london-game-delivers-record-uk-viewership/ In a joint statement released today, Stella Kaltsidou and Jacob Lloyd said that while they remain confident in the talent and commitment of the players, the conditions required to build a competitive and sustainable national team “are no longer in place”.
T]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-womenrsquos-head-coach-amp-gm-step-down-amidst-bbf-liquidation/Wed, 28 Jan 2026 22:14:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-womenrsquos-head-coach-amp-gm-step-down-amidst-bbf-liquidation/ In this contest, it was the Lions who took a 94-68 victory to give them a boost of confidence ahead of the final.
The Eagles are Britain’s most decorated club are looking to go back-to-back after defeating Bristol Flyers in the final of last season’s edition of the Trophy.
However, t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/steutel-eagles-seeking-slb-trophy-glory-im-desperate-for-winning/Tue, 27 Jan 2026 15:41:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/steutel-eagles-seeking-slb-trophy-glory-im-desperate-for-winning/ Kestrels took control early in the second quarter, establishing a double-digit advantage they would maintain throughout, led by an MVP performance from Luke Busumbru who had 28 points on a blistering hot 10-for-12 shooting.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoopsfix)“This is his second time with the club, and he&rsq]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/solent-kestrels-claim-third-national-cup-crown-with-dominant-display/Mon, 26 Jan 2026 08:39:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/solent-kestrels-claim-third-national-cup-crown-with-dominant-display/ Chloe Andrew held her nerve to sink two free throws with 0.6 seconds remaining, but the game-winning trip to the line came courtesy of a controversial foul call on the rebound.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)With Manchester trailing 83-82 and 2.5 seconds left, London forward H]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-mystics-claim-first-ever-national-cup-crown-with-controversial-last-gasp-win/Sun, 25 Jan 2026 23:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-mystics-claim-first-ever-national-cup-crown-with-controversial-last-gasp-win/ The unbeaten Londoners extended their perfect season, controlling proceedings from tip to buzzer as Derby struggled to find answers throughout.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoopsfix)“I’m really proud of the boys. It’s been a long journey, we’ve had a lot of injuries, a lot of things go]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cola-southwark-pride-defend-u18-national-cup/Sun, 25 Jan 2026 08:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cola-southwark-pride-defend-u18-national-cup/ Vermont-bound Maisie Keyes delivered a dominant MVP performance, flirting with a quadruple double to finish with 18 points, 12 rebounds, nine assists and seven steals.
View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)“It’s amazing. We’ve got a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/keyes-stars-as-ipswich-claim-fifth-u18-womens-national-cup-crown/Sun, 25 Jan 2026 07:50:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/keyes-stars-as-ipswich-claim-fifth-u18-womens-national-cup-crown/ Manchester took down London Legends 84-66, pulling away in the fourth quarter and riding an MVP performance from captain Ege Cakmakkaya who finished with 24 points, 12 rebounds, five assists and three steals.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoopsfix)Timmy Babalola added 22 points for Manchester, with Camr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-magic-defeat-london-legends-for-u16-boys-national-cup/Sat, 24 Jan 2026 19:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-magic-defeat-london-legends-for-u16-boys-national-cup/ Adele Tang took home MVP honours with 18 points on 8-of-11 shooting, as Manchester had a 23-7 fourth quarter to come from as many as 13 down, and overcome turning over the ball 36 times.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)Luna Etienne had 23 points for Manchester, An]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-mystics-defend-u16-girls-national-cup-title/Sat, 24 Jan 2026 15:21:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-mystics-defend-u16-girls-national-cup-title/ The announcement was made in the build-up to Sunday’s NBA London Game at The O2, where the Orlando Magic faced the Memphis Grizzlies, marking the league’s first regular-season game in the capital since 2019.
C]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/mayor-amp-nba-confirm-more-than-pound15m-investment-in-london-basketball-legacy/Tue, 20 Jan 2026 08:10:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/mayor-amp-nba-confirm-more-than-pound15m-investment-in-london-basketball-legacy/ The two teams met in Berlin, Germany in the first part of the NBA Europe Series – as Orlando came from behind to secure a 118-111 victory on Thursday evening.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoopsfix)Two-time All-Star Ja Morant marked his return from injury – making only his 19th appearance on the season wit]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/grizzlies-blow-out-magic-in-nba-london-return/Sun, 18 Jan 2026 20:58:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/grizzlies-blow-out-magic-in-nba-london-return/ As such, this would be a good time to check in on the impact which some British players in college have had so far up to this point in the season.
NCAA Division 1
Unfortunately for Tobi Lawal, the CoLA product suffered an ankle injury earlier in the season which caused him to be out of action for Virginia Tech for nine games dating back to late November.
Prior to the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brits-in-college-men-mid-season-check-in/Sat, 17 Jan 2026 17:47:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brits-in-college-men-mid-season-check-in/ Once again, the event will bring together the very best under-19 boys’ and girls’ British basketball talent, cementing its place as the premier youth showcase in the UK calendar.
What to expect:
Saturday 23rd May: Basketball Development Conference, alongside a youth clinic for under-12s
Sunday 24th May: Hoopsfix All-Star Cl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-all-star-classic-set-to-return-in-may/Thu, 01 Jan 2026 13:26:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-all-star-classic-set-to-return-in-may/ The four-team tournament for emerging under-21 talent saw Hoopsfix Select open their campaign with an 82–73 victory over CoLA, surviving a scare from the young side before advancing to the final. Isaac Temilola had 18 points and eight rebounds to lead Hoopsfix, ably supported by 14 from Josh Mendes and 13 from Sean Mackey.Toby Gass was uns]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-select-claim-niners-winter-showcase-title/Wed, 31 Dec 2025 21:48:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-select-claim-niners-winter-showcase-title/ The adidas NextGen EuroLeague is the premier Under-18 club competition in European basketball, featuring 28 elite youth programmes from 12 countries across four three-day qualifying tournaments held between February and March.
London Lions will become only the third British team to compete in the adidas NextGen EuroLeague Tou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-to-play-in-adidas-nextgen-euroleague-qualifiers/Mon, 29 Dec 2025 10:43:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-to-play-in-adidas-nextgen-euroleague-qualifiers/ The tournament will take place at Surrey Sports Park on 29–30 December 2025, and is designed to provide high-quality competitive experiences for young players at a critical stage of their development with a focus on the under-21 age bracket.Alongside Hoopsfix Select, the showcase will featur]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-select-to-compete-in-niners-winter-showcase/Sun, 28 Dec 2025 21:08:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-select-to-compete-in-niners-winter-showcase/ In a joint announcement issued from Mies and New York on December 22, the two governing bodies signalled that exploratory talks are now moving into a more concrete recruitment process, marking the clearest indica]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-europe-league-moves-closer-as-nba-and-fiba-begin-engaging-clubs-amp-investors/Fri, 26 Dec 2025 09:11:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-europe-league-moves-closer-as-nba-and-fiba-begin-engaging-clubs-amp-investors/ The game will see the Memphis Grizzlies face the Orlando Magic in a regular-season matchup on Sunday 18 January at 5.00pm GMT at The O2.
NBA House, the league’s free interactive fan event, will take place at Magazine London from Friday 16 January to Sunday 18 January.
Open daily from 12.00pm to 8.00pm, NBA House wil]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-announces-fan-youth-amp-community-events-around-nba-london-game/Tue, 16 Dec 2025 23:01:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-announces-fan-youth-amp-community-events-around-nba-london-game/ As is now customary, it is time to publish our annual list of all British players hooping across the pond.
Check out the 2024/25 season, 2023/24 season, 2022/23 season, 2021/22 season, 2020/21 season, 2019/20 season, 2018/19 season, 2017/18 season, 2016/17 season, 2015/16 season, 2014/15 season, the 2013/14 seaso]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/british-basketball-players-in-us-colleges-2025-26-season/Fri, 05 Dec 2025 15:13:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/british-basketball-players-in-us-colleges-2025-26-season/ You can see the lists of previous years with 2024-25, 2023-24, 2022-23, 2021-22, 2020-21, 2019-20, 2018-19 and 2017-18.
Also, check out the list of male British basketball players in US colleges for this season, here.
There are a record 29 British female players on NCAA Division 1 rosters this season – surpassing last year’s total of 28, the hi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/female-british-basketball-players-in-us-colleges-2025-26/Fri, 05 Dec 2025 14:15:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/female-british-basketball-players-in-us-colleges-2025-26/ For a GB programme still processing Thursday’s heartbreaking buzzer-beater loss to Lithuania – and competing amid ongoing uncertainty following the British Basketball F]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-bounce-back-with-victory-in-iceland/Mon, 01 Dec 2025 08:27:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-bounce-back-with-victory-in-iceland/ With GB leading by seven with 9.9 seconds remaining, the side was ready to celebrate a historic first win over Lithuania. Instead, Sargiunas sti]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/lithuanian-buzzer-beater-breaks-gb-hearts-in-london-thriller/Fri, 28 Nov 2025 14:26:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/lithuanian-buzzer-beater-breaks-gb-hearts-in-london-thriller/ The fixture will serve as a rematch of GB’s clash with Lithuania at EuroBasket earlier this year, from which the visitors – ranked ninth in the Nike Men’s World Rankings – emerged victorious.
Coac]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-men-prepare-for-home-clash-against-lithuania/Sat, 22 Nov 2025 20:53:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-men-prepare-for-home-clash-against-lithuania/ Bradbury steps into the role as the newly launched franchise fields men’s and women’s teams in Super League Basketball, while the men’s side will also compete in the European North Basketball League for the first time.
A proud Northerner with]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/claire-bradbury-appointed-ceo-of-manchester-basketball/Thu, 20 Nov 2025 21:41:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/claire-bradbury-appointed-ceo-of-manchester-basketball/ The year-long feasibility study, commissioned by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority and approved by Mayor Tracy Brabin in summer 2024, recommends Leeds as the preferred location due to its large catchment area and status as the region’s “largest corporate]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/plans-for-new-5000-seat-arena-in-west-yorkshire-move-forward/Sun, 16 Nov 2025 06:28:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/plans-for-new-5000-seat-arena-in-west-yorkshire-move-forward/ In a statement, the BBF said the collapse follows “a significant and unanticipated reduction in income and unforeseen expenditure” that left the organisation unable to meet its liabilities. Insolvency specialists Begbies Traynor have been appointed to manage the process.View this post on Instag]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-goes-into-liquidation-as-governance-crisis-engulfs-british-basketball/Fri, 14 Nov 2025 20:36:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-goes-into-liquidation-as-governance-crisis-engulfs-british-basketball/ The RIBA Stage 1 study, carried out with The Sports Consultancy and Trivandi, confirms both the viability and the demand for a new custom-built venue with at least 15,000 seats, alongside a 3,500-seat community arena. It follows the Mayor of London&rsqu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-complete-first-phase-of-plan-for-new-15000-seat-london-arena/Tue, 11 Nov 2025 06:11:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-complete-first-phase-of-plan-for-new-15000-seat-london-arena/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/the-golden-era-of-british-basketball-with-bobby-kinzer-ep-123/Sun, 09 Nov 2025 21:12:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/the-golden-era-of-british-basketball-with-bobby-kinzer-ep-123/ Speaking at the Football Business Forum in Milan, Aivazoglou outlined further details of the project, reaffirming plans for a 16-team competition featuring 12 permanent franc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-amp-london-named-among-nba-europe-leaguersquos-12-permanent-franchise-targets/Sat, 08 Nov 2025 19:28:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-amp-london-named-among-nba-europe-leaguersquos-12-permanent-franchise-targets/ FIBA confirmed this evening it had removed the temporary ban imposed on the BBF on October 14, whi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/fiba-recognises-slb-directly-as-gb-ban-lifted/Thu, 06 Nov 2025 20:22:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/fiba-recognises-slb-directly-as-gb-ban-lifted/ After the England men’s and women’s teams won 3×3 gold and silver respectively, Basketball England, Birmingham City Council and Sport England announced a project to renovate and enhance 17 basketball locations across England’s second biggest city.
On Saturday 25 October, Clifton Road – a rare]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/birmingham-cwg-legacy-courts-complete-with-clifton-road-launch/Mon, 03 Nov 2025 08:13:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/birmingham-cwg-legacy-courts-complete-with-clifton-road-launch/ OG Anunoby and Tosan Evbuomwan both begin the year with the New York Knicks, Amari Williams earns his place with the Boston Celtics, and Jeremy Sochan returns for his third season with the San Antonio Spurs. It marks the first time in league history that four British players have been act]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-opening-night-rosters-feature-record-four-uk-players/Wed, 22 Oct 2025 18:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-opening-night-rosters-feature-record-four-uk-players/ A pillar of London basketball for decades, Lavinier’s influence spanned every level of the game – from grassroots development to the professional ranks – leaving an indelible mark on countless players, coaches, and colleagues.
A former England junior international and product of the famed East London Royals programme, Lavinier repres]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/british-basketball-mourns-the-passing-of-coach-david-lavinier-1970-2025/Mon, 20 Oct 2025 21:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/british-basketball-mourns-the-passing-of-coach-david-lavinier-1970-2025/ The BBF confirmed this morning that GB’s home game in London on November 27 and its away fixture against Iceland on November 30 will not go ahead, following FIBA’s decision to temporarily suspend the BBF’s authority to recognise or license professional men’s leagues or fiel]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/fiba-suspension-forces-cancellation-of-gb-mens-fixtures/Thu, 16 Oct 2025 11:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/fiba-suspension-forces-cancellation-of-gb-mens-fixtures/ Standing at 7’0” and known affectionately across the game as a “gentle giant”, Linton-Hodges’ career spanned 19 seasons, making him one of the most recognisable figures in the National Basketball League over the past two decades.
Clubs across the country paid tribute with a 1 minute silence before games at t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tributes-paid-as-lee-linton-hodges-passes-away-1990-2025/Thu, 16 Oct 2025 07:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tributes-paid-as-lee-linton-hodges-passes-away-1990-2025/ In a statement released this afternoon, FIBA confirmed that its Executive Committee has temporarily suspended the BBF’s authority to “license or recognise national men’s competitions and to field a men’s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/fiba-suspends-british-basketball-federation/Tue, 14 Oct 2025 19:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/fiba-suspends-british-basketball-federation/ Grant’s departure this week brings an end to his three-year tenure leading the federation during one of the most turbulent periods in the modern era of British basketball.
The ex-Chair took to LinkedIn]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/chris-grant-resigns-as-chair-of-the-british-basketball-federation/Sun, 12 Oct 2025 16:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/chris-grant-resigns-as-chair-of-the-british-basketball-federation/ George Aivazoglou, the NBA’s General Manager for Europe and the Middle East, outlined the competition structure in an interview with L’Équipe this week (via BasketNews), confirming 12]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-europe-unveils-more-plans-as-european-parliament-questions-american-commercialisation/Sat, 11 Oct 2025 13:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-europe-unveils-more-plans-as-european-parliament-questions-american-commercialisation/ Kaltsidou, who currently coaches WBC Athinaikos in Greece, brings a wealth of experience from both playing and coaching at elite levels. Most recently in Britain, she led London Lions Women to consecutive WBBL Championship and Betty Codona Trophy doubles during a two-year spell, whilst also capturing the 2024 FIBA EuroCup title.View this post on InstagramA post shared]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/stella-kaltsidou-named-gb-senior-womens-head-coach/Wed, 08 Oct 2025 23:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/stella-kaltsidou-named-gb-senior-womens-head-coach/ The 22-year-old British guard was instrumental across the weekend at the Unipol Forum, delivering a clutch three-pointer with two seconds left to force overtime in the semifinal against Virtus Bologna, which Milano won 93-86.
Ellis followed up with 12 points on 5-of-6 shooting plus 4 rebounds in Sunday’s final, showcasing the efficiency]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/quinn-ellis-picks-up-super-cup-mvp-honours-with-milano/Mon, 29 Sep 2025 09:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/quinn-ellis-picks-up-super-cup-mvp-honours-with-milano/ The inaugural SLB campaign was one of the most competitive in the top-flight since the 2014 inception as the four trophies were split across three teams.
Here’s a run through how each team is looking ahead of the new season:
Caledonia Gladiators
Last season: 4th (13-7) – Championship; SF – Playoffs; Winners – Trophy; DNQ – Cu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/slbw-2025-26-season-preview-who-are-the-team-to-beat/Fri, 19 Sep 2025 17:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/slbw-2025-26-season-preview-who-are-the-team-to-beat/ The deal, unveiled during the State Visit of the US President and First Lady, will see £5 million allocated by the Government in 2026/27, with the NBA matching that investment with £5 million through to 2028.
As part of the Government&rsquo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/government-amp-nba-announce-pound10million-investment-into-basketball-in-england/Wed, 17 Sep 2025 20:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/government-amp-nba-announce-pound10million-investment-into-basketball-in-england/ After an action-packed three weeks, now, the competition shifts into high gear, let’s take a moment to highlight the standout performers who separated themselves from the pack so far.
Find all the statistical leaders here.
Women’s Standouts
Modiegi Mokoka – Sapphire
 
Over the past three weeks, Team Sapphire’s ascent has been driven]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-regular-season-standouts/Fri, 04 Jul 2025 17:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-regular-season-standouts/ Another full slate of hoops thrilled the Brixton Rec crowd, as the tournament heads into next week’s semi-final and classification stage.
The first game of the day saw Team Sapphire improve to 2-1 in this year’s Summer League with a 58-51 win over Team Diamond.
Modiegi Mokoka stood out with a 16 point display for Team Sa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sbb-amp-hoopspace-secure-place-in-semis-ruby-stay-undefeated-in-week-3-of-hoopsfix-pro-am/Thu, 03 Jul 2025 07:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sbb-amp-hoopspace-secure-place-in-semis-ruby-stay-undefeated-in-week-3-of-hoopsfix-pro-am/ Below are the full details for each matchup, including live streams and team rosters.
Tickets are still available here where you can get a season pass for all 5 weeks for just £10.
Game 1 – Sapphire vs Diamond (Women) – 10:30am
Team Sapphire : Sarah Round, Lindsey Cleary, Modiegi Mokoka, Sinead Prince, Fatumah Lwazi, Rebeca Ruzsa, Tyra Phelan, Amanie Emmanuel, Vanessa ObanorTeam Di]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-week-3-ndash-live-streams-stats-amp-rosters/Sat, 28 Jun 2025 09:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-week-3-ndash-live-streams-stats-amp-rosters/ The Orlando Magic picked Williams, Kentucky’s starting centre last season, but he ends up at the Boston Celtics as part of a trade deal.
He becomes just the sixth homegrown Brit to be drafted the last 25 years, joining Rob Archibald (2002) Luol Deng (2004), Joel Freeland (2006), Ryan Richards (2010) and Jeremy Sochan (2022).
From Notti]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/amari-williams-drafted-with-46th-pick-in-second-round/Fri, 27 Jun 2025 07:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/amari-williams-drafted-with-46th-pick-in-second-round/ The Commonwealth Games gold medalist has spent most of his career in Germany after attending Jacksonville State for college.
View this post on InstagramA post shared by Manchester Basketball (@mcrbball)Last season he averaged 10.6 pts per game in the German Pro-A across 19 games for ART Giants Düsseldorf.
“I feel ecstatic to finally be able to play back home,” reflected Ka]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-basketball-sign-kayne-henry/Thu, 26 Jun 2025 21:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-basketball-sign-kayne-henry/ A former international athlete and rugby player, Walker has held roles at Welsh Rugby Union as Executive Director of Rugby, acting CEO and Performance Director, spent 11 years as National Director of the English Institute of Sport (now UK Sports Institute) and enjoyed a 10-year career at BBC Wales as Head of Sport, among other roles.He will fill the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nigel-walker-obe-appointed-interim-basketball-england-ceo/Thu, 26 Jun 2025 21:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nigel-walker-obe-appointed-interim-basketball-england-ceo/ The company, officially incorporated in April, has full support from the British Basketball Federation and the three home nations but stems from years of growing frustration with Basketball England’s management of the second-tier competition.
Hoopsfix understands former Basketball England CEO Stewar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nbl-d1-clubs-prepare-to-launch-new-league-british-championship-basketball/Wed, 25 Jun 2025 08:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nbl-d1-clubs-prepare-to-launch-new-league-british-championship-basketball/ The SLB put out a statement confirming it is commencing legal proceedings, alleging the BBF is breaching UK competition law, abusing its dominant position and breaching its duties as a sports governing body to act rationally after the federation has indicated it would not provide Governing Body Endorsements – p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/slb-sues-bbf-as-license-dispute-escalates/Tue, 24 Jun 2025 09:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/slb-sues-bbf-as-license-dispute-escalates/ The state of each pool for this year’s Summer League continued to take shape with each game as there were tough, close encounters on the women’s side and some stellar collective performances across the men’s slate.
Tickets are still available for the remaining three weeks of action.
In the first matchup]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sbb-make-statement-ruby-stay-perfect-in-week-2-of-hoopsfix-pro-am/Tue, 24 Jun 2025 09:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sbb-make-statement-ruby-stay-perfect-in-week-2-of-hoopsfix-pro-am/ The women’s competition once against sees Ruby, Diamond, Emerald and Sapphire face off, while in the men’s, the eight teams are as follows:
Pool ABasketball Nxtion (GM: David Bryant)FunctionAll (GM: Banj Abeleda)SBB (GM: Alfie Murray)TMB (GM: Jake Eynon)
Pool BCMBC (GM: Ebuka Ekwegh)Hometown Heroes (GM: Caleb Winspear)Hoopspace (GM: Joel Ufele)Team Jet (GM: Jordan Gray)View th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-week-1-ndash-live-streams-stats-amp-rosters/Fri, 13 Jun 2025 08:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-week-1-ndash-live-streams-stats-amp-rosters/ Charleston Dobbs, Quincy Taylor, Shakem Johnson, and Padiet Wang, were all given worldwide lifetimebans, while Josh McFolley was banned until 2034 for being involved in the match-fixing ring, which evidence indicated impacted at least six games.The Scorchers folded last summer after the university withdrew, while the BBL also no]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/former-surrey-scorchers-players-given-lifetime-bans-for-match-fixing-in-bbl/Thu, 12 Jun 2025 12:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/former-surrey-scorchers-players-given-lifetime-bans-for-match-fixing-in-bbl/ Additional to the final, will be a London Creators 3×3 tournament tipping off in the evening from 5-7pm – entry is free for spectators but they must register for a ticket here.View this post on InstagramA post shared by NBA Europe (@nbaeurope)Organisers hope the setting at the iconic London land]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-to-take-over-trafalgar-square-with-jr-nba-3v3-amp-creator-3x/Thu, 05 Jun 2025 18:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-to-take-over-trafalgar-square-with-jr-nba-3v3-amp-creator-3x/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/the-truth-about-being-an-nba-player-with-jeremy-sochan-ep-121/Fri, 30 May 2025 17:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/the-truth-about-being-an-nba-player-with-jeremy-sochan-ep-121/ The Leicester Riders forward top scored with 14 points in the win for Billy Beddow-Patel’s side as they rallied from a 20-point deficit in the first half to take a 74-70 victory.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoopsfix)Box score.
Despite being down 33-14 at the end of the fir]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/mvp-onyia-leads-team-black-comeback-in-u19m-game/Mon, 26 May 2025 19:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/mvp-onyia-leads-team-black-comeback-in-u19m-game/ The Barking Abbey guard finished with a final round score of 72 with a spectacular final dunk sealing the crown over Obinna Ekufu.
Needing 38 to win with his second dunk in the final round, Wilkinson secured the title with a between the legs jam to receive a score of 39 from the judges.
Wilkinson and Ekufu set up the final clash after securing a top-t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wilkinson-crowned-bouncewear-hasc25-dunk-contest-champion/Mon, 26 May 2025 19:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wilkinson-crowned-bouncewear-hasc25-dunk-contest-champion/ Oboavwoduo finished with 21 points on 8-of-11 shooting to go with five rebounds on the way to earning MVP honours.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)Box score.
Oboavwoduo began the game on fire with an incredible 14 point opening period as Team White raced off to a 26-12 lead after th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/oboavwoduo-leads-team-white-to-victory-in-u19w-game/Mon, 26 May 2025 19:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/oboavwoduo-leads-team-white-to-victory-in-u19w-game/ Ethan Round – who scored 15 points in the first round – put up a good fight in the final, but it was London Stars’ Zajankauskas who proved to be too good as he posted a score of 11 to win the shootout.
Zajankauskas needed a tiebreaker after the first round to advance to the final, which he won over Monife Abidekun after scoring six points.
Both Zajan]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/zajankauskas-claims-3-point-shootout-title-at-hasc25/Mon, 26 May 2025 19:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/zajankauskas-claims-3-point-shootout-title-at-hasc25/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/watch-live-hoopsfix-all-star-classic-2025/Sun, 25 May 2025 10:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/watch-live-hoopsfix-all-star-classic-2025/ Six players from across both Under-19 games will battle it out to be crowned this year’s champion, at Crystal Palace in the mixed event.
HASC debutantes Monife Abidekun and Hannah Gray compete alongside second-year player Megan Verbeeten to represent the Under-19 Women, while Melchi Egbeyemi, Ethan Round and Nojus Zajankauskas complete the lineup ahead of their first appearances in the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hasc25-3-point-shootout-participants-confirmed/Sat, 24 May 2025 16:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hasc25-3-point-shootout-participants-confirmed/ The victory meant that the Riders tied the Eagles in SLB Playoff titles with seven, after claiming their first title since 2022.After a stellar performance, Jaylin Hunter earned Final MVP honours ending the game with 23 points, and four assists while shooting 70% from the field.
“Coming into a final like that, and win by 30 points shows the competitiv]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/leicester-triumph-over-newcastle-in-the-slb-playoff-final/Sun, 18 May 2025 21:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/leicester-triumph-over-newcastle-in-the-slb-playoff-final/ Georgia Gayle had a huge fourth quarter to be crowned the game’s MVP and co-led the Hatters with 19 points along with Destinee Walker, whilst fellow American Tyia Singleton also produced an impactful 14 points.
“It’s huge especially for me,” said Gayle.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gayle-force-comeback-propels-sheffield-to-first-playoff-final-victory-since-2015/Sun, 18 May 2025 18:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gayle-force-comeback-propels-sheffield-to-first-playoff-final-victory-since-2015/ The group, which was controversially awarded a 15-year exclusive licence from the British Basketball Federation (BBF), will in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gbbl-announces-target-franchise-cities-amp-key-partners/Wed, 14 May 2025 16:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gbbl-announces-target-franchise-cities-amp-key-partners/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-announces-creation-of-manchester-33-support-for-london-33/Tue, 13 May 2025 08:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-announces-creation-of-manchester-33-support-for-london-33/ Following on from British Basketball receiving a funding boost from UK Sport in December to support the building of the 3×3 programme, the two appointees join former GB Senior international Hannah Shaw, who is the newly recruited 3×3 Programme Manager, while two new clubs – Manc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/afiz-olaniyan-amp-krumesh-patel-named-gb-3times3-head-coaches/Tue, 13 May 2025 08:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/afiz-olaniyan-amp-krumesh-patel-named-gb-3times3-head-coaches/ It will be the fifth U19 women’s game to take place at the junior showcase with some of the best British prospects taking to the court at Crystal Palace, on Sunday 25th May – tickets available here.
Seven players return from last year’s Classic, including the two MVPs in the WEABL this season. Ayla Habbal will lead Team White as one of five CoLA representative]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/under-19-womens-rosters-set-for-hasc25/Sun, 11 May 2025 19:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/under-19-womens-rosters-set-for-hasc25/ The selection of 24 players features several junior internationals, returning players from last year as well as players coming back to the UK off the back of seasons overseas.
Four members of Barking Abbey’s EABL title-winning squad have been selected, headlined by South]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/rosters-confirmed-for-under-19-mens-game-at-hasc25/Sun, 11 May 2025 19:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/rosters-confirmed-for-under-19-mens-game-at-hasc25/ With a focus on growing the game from the ground up, both on the court and behind the scenes, the conference will place on Saturday 24th May at Crystal Palace, and feature six expert practitioners delivering sessions designed to support coaches, clubs, and programme leaders in every aspect of development.
O]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-all-star-classic-basketball-development-conference-returns/Mon, 05 May 2025 08:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-all-star-classic-basketball-development-conference-returns/ The squad from Sussex hit 59% of their field goal attempts and 57% of their threes to keep a battling Reading team on the back foot.
Jamaul Mcallister picked up MVP honours, finishing with 23 points, four rebounds, seven assists and five steals..@StormBballClub win the U18 National title as Jamaul Mcallister stuffs the statsheet! pic.twitter.com/y75amqCRUb
— Hoopsfix]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sussex-storm-to-victory-for-u18-national-title/Mon, 05 May 2025 07:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sussex-storm-to-victory-for-u18-national-title/ The Londoners, who triumphed in the National Cup final when these two met in January, clawed their way back having trailed by as many as 21 points.
But Ipswich, led by 18-point, 12-rebound MVP Maisie Keyes kept them at bay in a frantic final few minutes.
“It feels great (to win MVP),” Keyes said.“It’s been a very long season, we’ve had ups and do]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ipswich-hold-off-cola-for-u18-national-crown/Mon, 05 May 2025 07:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ipswich-hold-off-cola-for-u18-national-crown/ They become the first London team to complete the Cup and Playoff double, and just the third London team to do it at junior level joining Ealing Tornadoes (2001) and Peckham Pride (2016) who did it at under-18 level.
London Stars add the U16 playoff title to their National Cup title with a huge MVP performance from Oskaras Visockas!pic.twitter.com]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-stars-complete-double-with-u16-national-title/Mon, 05 May 2025 06:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-stars-complete-double-with-u16-national-title/ The Knights put up a good fight going in 33-26 down at the half, but the hometown Mystics surged to victory with an even stronger second-half performance.
Anya Williams took MVP honours with a 17-point, eight-assist, seven-rebound performance. Mojan Malek ran her team-mate close an 18-point, 11-rebound double-double.
“It feels amazing,” the MVP said. “I wasn’t going for MV]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-mystics-cruise-to-u16-girls-national-title/Mon, 05 May 2025 06:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-mystics-cruise-to-u16-girls-national-title/ They took the first half 33-28 and kept the foot on the gas to the finish with MVP Chantelle Okoli’s double-double of 18 points and 14 rebounds the key factor.
Rosie O’Connell hit 10 for the Knights.
Box score.
The post Milton Keynes claim U14 girls title appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/milton-keynes-claim-u14-girls-title/Mon, 05 May 2025 06:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/milton-keynes-claim-u14-girls-title/ If he was the standout Nathan Muleba with 17 points and 19 rebounds wasn’t far behind for the Breakers as they got the job done.
Dylan Ameen was the standout for the Stars with 27 points but it would not be enough in a close encounter with multiple changes.Box score.
The post Milton Keynes get past London Stars for U14 title]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/milton-keynes-get-past-london-stars-for-u14-title/Mon, 05 May 2025 06:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/milton-keynes-get-past-london-stars-for-u14-title/ Speaking at the SportsPro Conference at London’s Kia Oval, Motiejunas showed a shift in stance from his earlier dismissals of the NBA’s European ambitions, now signalling a willingness to work together.
“The only way forward, I think, is if it&rsqu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/euroleague-ceo-on-nba-europe-league-the-only-way-forward-is-together/Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/euroleague-ceo-on-nba-europe-league-the-only-way-forward-is-together/ The first season of the SLB era saw a new force emerge in the women’s game as Oaklands Wolves reached two finals, won their first-ever piece of silverware and then backed it up by taking the regular season title.
Caledonia Gladiators also made club history with their first trophy, whilst embarking on another European season, while London Lions went from perfection to faili]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-awards-who-impressed-most-in-the-2024-25-slbw-season/Tue, 29 Apr 2025 19:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-awards-who-impressed-most-in-the-2024-25-slbw-season/ Led by explosive guard Victor Olarerin’s 26-point performance – including a perfect 9-for-9 from inside the arc – Reading overwhelmed a short-handed Breakers squad that was missing key players K.J. Johnson, Blayne Freckleton, a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/reading-rockets-complete-treble-with-playoff-title/Mon, 28 Apr 2025 09:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/reading-rockets-complete-treble-with-playoff-title/ In a repeat of last year’s final against Ipswich, CoLA got it done for their third playoff crown in the last four years and fifth overall with groups made up of predominantly teenagers.
.@CoLABasketball continue their dominance in Division 1 with their fifth playoff title and third in the last four years – Ayla Habbal picks up MVP honourspic.t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cola-defend-wnbl-d1-playoff-title-in-finals-repeat/Sun, 27 Apr 2025 16:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cola-defend-wnbl-d1-playoff-title-in-finals-repeat/ This week, a new national body – the British Basketball Fans Association (BBFA) – officially launched, vowing to give supporters a voice at the highest levels of the sport.
The BBFA’s first move will be to host a Fan Forum on Thursday, May 1st, at 8 p.m. BST via Zoom, the night before the SLB Play-offs tip off (you can sign up to register your inter]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/fans-launch-bbfa-to-seek-answers-following-bbf-licence-controversy/Sun, 27 Apr 2025 14:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/fans-launch-bbfa-to-seek-answers-following-bbf-licence-controversy/ Crystal Palace, one of the most successful clubs in the UK through the 1970’s and 80’s, were known for being one of the first programs to have a fully integrated pathway from juniors through to seniors, being responsible for a number of top English talents.In this long-form conversation we go into the history of the club, an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/how-crystal-palace-amp-the-wicb-came-to-be-ndash-with-david-last-amp-terry-doherty-ndash-ep-120/Sun, 27 Apr 2025 12:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/how-crystal-palace-amp-the-wicb-came-to-be-ndash-with-david-last-amp-terry-doherty-ndash-ep-120/ Arissol went 6/9 from the three-point line and added four rebounds, five assists and give steals as BA had no answer for him.
“I feel like we deserve it,” Arissol said after the game.“We’ve worked so hard, we’ve got great coaches, great program, so it’s just an honour to be a vesse]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/arissol-explodes-for-37-to-lead-solent-to-d2-playoff-crown/Sat, 26 Apr 2025 21:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/arissol-explodes-for-37-to-lead-solent-to-d2-playoff-crown/ In a back-and-forth affair that saw the teams exchanging 20-10 quarters in both the second and third, the Pool II winners would outlast the Breakers to eventually claim the win.
Bena Ozzy-Momodu was named MVP with 17 points and five rebounds, narrowly getting the nod ahead of her teammate Josephine Maignomo with 15 points]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-all-stars-claim-wnbl-d2-playoff-title/Sat, 26 Apr 2025 19:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-all-stars-claim-wnbl-d2-playoff-title/ Entering as underdogs, Storm fielded a roster composed almost entirely of teenagers, with only three players over 18. With eight members also set to compete in the Under-18 Final Fours next weekend, they nevertheless built a 13-point advantage and withstood a late surge to claim their first Senior title.
.@StormBballClub pull off the upset to c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/crawley-storm-stun-bcu-for-nbl-d3-playoff-title/Sat, 26 Apr 2025 16:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/crawley-storm-stun-bcu-for-nbl-d3-playoff-title/ The Newcastle native, who first played organised basketball at age 14, entered the league last year as an undrafted free agent from Princeton and saw plenty of action in the G League whilst also featuring in 13 regular season games for Detroit and in four for Memphis.On January 1 this year, he would get his next shot when the Brooklyn]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-proving-he-belongs-in-the-nba/Thu, 24 Apr 2025 15:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-proving-he-belongs-in-the-nba/ This past NBA season, the former Itchen College and Solent Kestrels forward averaged 11.4 points, 6.5 rebounds and 2.4 assists per game, while shooting 53.5% from the field, as per ESPN.
His 2024-25 field goal percentage and rebounds per game]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jeremy-sochans-steady-rise-spurs-forward-finding-his-role-in-year-3/Tue, 22 Apr 2025 10:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jeremy-sochans-steady-rise-spurs-forward-finding-his-role-in-year-3/ ‘London 3×3’ are set to make history when they make their international debut on the FIBA 3×3 World Tour in Utsunomiya, Japan, on April 26–27, competing as the 10th-ranked team in the world.View this post on Instagr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ashley-hamilton-launches-professional-33-team-london-33/Sat, 19 Apr 2025 08:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ashley-hamilton-launches-professional-33-team-london-33/ The 6’8 junior started 30 games in his first year in Blacksburg after transferring from VCU and posted season averages of 12.4 points and 7.0 rebounds while shooting 55.9% from the field and 37.1% from three, as per ESPN.
Lawal, known for his incredible athleticism, shared the following message on Instagram regarding hi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tobi-lawal-declares-for-2025-nba-draft/Tue, 15 Apr 2025 20:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tobi-lawal-declares-for-2025-nba-draft/ At just 17 years old, McGarrachan played her first game for Scotland as a teenager and went on to represent Great Britain on over 20 occasions and in major international competitions such as EuroBasket.
She was chosen to be part of the Team GB squad that finished 10th in the most recent edition of EuroBasket in 2023 and featured in three of the side’]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/scotland-amp-great-britain-international-erin-mcgarrachan-to-retire-at-yearrsquos-end/Tue, 15 Apr 2025 20:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/scotland-amp-great-britain-international-erin-mcgarrachan-to-retire-at-yearrsquos-end/ The game was locked up at 86 with 17.1 seconds to go when Trento put the ball in the Great Britain international’s hands.
With time expiring, Ellis created enough space to pull up and nail a three from the top of the key with 0.8 seconds left, as Vanoli’s ensuing last ditch attempt to tie fro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/quinn-ellis-leads-trento-to-victory-with-game-winning-three/Mon, 14 Apr 2025 20:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/quinn-ellis-leads-trento-to-victory-with-game-winning-three/ Fast becoming a staple of the British basketball summer calendar, the five-week league brings elite-level talent back to The Rec — the iconic home of the Brixton Topcats — widely regarded as the spiritual home of London basketball.
With a focus on high-level competition, the league]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-summer-league-returns-for-fourth-consecutive-year/Mon, 14 Apr 2025 11:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-summer-league-returns-for-fourth-consecutive-year/ With the players hand selected, the event is run by UK basketball tour operator BTM alongside Daniel Poneman’s Weave Agency and JUCO Advocate. Poneman, a Chicago basketball mainstay who started scouting as a teenager, is known for being one of the key agents shaping the NIL space in college basketball, having scou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/undiscovered-england-junior-exposure-event-to-take-place-at-uel/Thu, 10 Apr 2025 08:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/undiscovered-england-junior-exposure-event-to-take-place-at-uel/ Mike Caffey scored 18 of his 22 points in the second half to lead CSO Voluntari past the Eagles, picking up MVP honours in the process.
Mike Okauru led Newcastle Eagles with 20 points, five rebounds, four assists and three steals, while also making the All-Star team, alongside teammates De’Sean All]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/newcastle-eagles-come-up-short-in-enbl-final/Wed, 09 Apr 2025 23:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/newcastle-eagles-come-up-short-in-enbl-final/ The league launched the investigation after former SLB Interim Chair and Sheffield Sharks owner Vaughn Millette publicly accused the official of discriminatory conduct via a series of now-deleted social media posts.Those accusations, which sparked a wider debate around unconscious bias in British b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/slb-investigation-finds-no-evidence-of-racism-as-fiba-questions-foreign-ref-appointments/Wed, 09 Apr 2025 11:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/slb-investigation-finds-no-evidence-of-racism-as-fiba-questions-foreign-ref-appointments/ The victory meant the Eagles will face CSO Voluntari in the final on Wednesday evening in Bratislava.The British side will be playing for a chance to become the first British men’s basketball team to win a European title.
De Sean Allen Eiken recorded a team-high 18 points to lead his side to victo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/newcastle-eagles-soar-into-first-ever-european-final/Tue, 08 Apr 2025 23:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/newcastle-eagles-soar-into-first-ever-european-final/ The Eagles have been in impressive form in the ENBL having defeated last year’s champions Bakken Bears 177-160 on aggregate, to book their spot in the semifinal.
The result against Bakken comes after Newcastle notched up seven wins with only one loss to finish first in Group A, including a 79-70 victory over t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/newcastle-eagles-eye-european-glory-in-enbl-final-four/Tue, 08 Apr 2025 15:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/newcastle-eagles-eye-european-glory-in-enbl-final-four/ According to The Guardian, Sports Minister Stephanie Peacock has written to clubs suggesting that some of the allegations made by SLB around the BBF’s tender process for a new professional men’s league]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/slb-bbf-rift-deepens-as-sports-minister-reportedly-flags-potentially-criminal-allegations/Thu, 03 Apr 2025 21:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/slb-bbf-rift-deepens-as-sports-minister-reportedly-flags-potentially-criminal-allegations/ The move comes despite the threat of legal action by Super League Basketball (SLB) who had been awarded the interim licence to operate for the 2024-25 season.
BBF claims the SLB elected not to bid for the long-term licence to run the league and has therefor activated a clause in the interim lice]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-announces-gbbl-as-long-term-licence-operators-for-pro-league/Wed, 02 Apr 2025 11:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-announces-gbbl-as-long-term-licence-operators-for-pro-league/ Discounted early bird tickets are now on sale (buy them here) as the showcase of the top junior talent in British basketball aims to sell out Crystal Palace for the fourth consecutive year.
Jordan Brand are the headline partner once again, along with support from Molten, 5or6 and Sportserve.
Two Under-19 games are on the sch]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-all-star-classic-returns-for-11th-edition/Tue, 01 Apr 2025 20:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-all-star-classic-returns-for-11th-edition/ The SLB claims the BBF has acted unlawfully in its process to appoint a new operator to run the men’s league. The BBF granted “preferred bidder” status for the long-term license of the professional league in Great Britain to a group led by M]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/slb-serves-bbf-notice-of-potential-legal-action-over-license-dispute/Fri, 28 Mar 2025 20:39:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/slb-serves-bbf-notice-of-potential-legal-action-over-license-dispute/ The announcement, made in a joint press conference following the NBA’s Board of Governors meeting in New York and the FIBA Executive Committee meeting in Switzerland earlier in the month, is the first official confirmation]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-amp-fiba-confirm-plans-to-explore-new-european-league/Fri, 28 Mar 2025 09:55:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-amp-fiba-confirm-plans-to-explore-new-european-league/ They will face opponents Germany, Lithuania, Montenegro, Finland, and Sweden in the group, which will be played in Tampere, Finland.
The 24 participating nations discovered their opponents for the upcoming 42nd edition of the flagship event after being sorted into four groups, according to the seedings which were based on the FIBA World Ranki]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-drawn-in-group-b-for-eurobasket-2025/Thu, 27 Mar 2025 17:44:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-drawn-in-group-b-for-eurobasket-2025/ Lewis Obiorah was named MVP, going 100% from the field for 10 points, 10 rebounds, three assists and five blocks, as BA pulled away in the second half and controlled the fourth quarter on their way to the win.
.@AbbeyBasketball win their sixth EABL title with a 69-54 win over Myerscough in the final!@bballengland pic.twitter.com/4vbvzL4oOt
— Hoopsfix (@Hoopsfix) March 26,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ba-claim-6th-eabl-title-with-myerscough-win/Wed, 26 Mar 2025 20:05:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ba-claim-6th-eabl-title-with-myerscough-win/ This year’s EABL showpiece is a repeat of the 2022/23 final, with South Conference winners Barking Abbey going up against North winners Myerscough College.
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The post LIVE STREAM: Barking Abbey vs Myerscough – EABL Final (5pm) appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-barking-abbey-vs-myerscough-eabl-final-5pm/Wed, 26 Mar 2025 17:16:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-barking-abbey-vs-myerscough-eabl-final-5pm/ Hannah Gray was named MVP after dropping 21 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists, as she was one four players in double figures for Copleston.
Cerys Leach added 24 points, Louisa Gibbins had 17 points, 14 rebounds, six assists and four steals, while Maisie Keyes had 10 points, six assists, and five steals.
Irene Oboavwodou fell just short of a triple double i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/copleston-win-weabl-title-over-manchester/Wed, 26 Mar 2025 17:13:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/copleston-win-weabl-title-over-manchester/ Live stats.
The post LIVE STREAM: Copleston vs Manchester – WEABL Final (2pm) appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-copleston-vs-manchester-weabl-final-2pm/Wed, 26 Mar 2025 15:03:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-copleston-vs-manchester-weabl-final-2pm/ Tyresse Mensah was named MVP with 20 points, 12 rebounds, four assists and two steals, as NCC topped off a perfect campaign where they went 14-0 through the regular season and 3-0 through the playoffs to claim the championship.
NCC finish perfect to claim the 2025 CBL title with a 68-54 win over Sheffield in the final! @bballengland pic.t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ncc-complete-perfect-season-with-cbl-title/Wed, 26 Mar 2025 14:59:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ncc-complete-perfect-season-with-cbl-title/ In the South, City of London Academy’s Ayla Habbal became the programme’s first MVP winner since 2021/22, playing a pivotal role in CoLA’s 9-1 campaign that narrowly missed out on a conference title due to the head-to-head tiebreaker with Copleston. Habbal led the WEABL with 6.3 assists per game]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ayla-habbal-amp-elizandra-costa-crowned-weabl-mvps-as-award-winners-revealed/Tue, 25 Mar 2025 10:09:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ayla-habbal-amp-elizandra-costa-crowned-weabl-mvps-as-award-winners-revealed/ Burr averaged a league second-best 21.2 points per game in his debut EABL campaign, impressing coaches across the league despite Derby finishing fourth in the North with a 2-8 record. He ranked third in efficiency and also cracked the top 10 for steals with 2.2 per outing. The Derby standout edged out Manchester’s Demi Babalola, with]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/casey-burr-ethan-conway-named-mvps-as-eabl-award-winners-announced/Tue, 25 Mar 2025 10:02:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/casey-burr-ethan-conway-named-mvps-as-eabl-award-winners-announced/ First Round – Kentucky 76, Troy 57Williams contributed five points, 13 rebounds, and four assists as Kentucky pulled away from Troy late in the first half. The Wildcats used an 8-0 run to gain separation, with Williams capping the spurt by going coast-to-coast for a dunk.
Amari Williams goes coast to coast for th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/amari-williams-helps-kentucky-advance-to-sweet-16/Mon, 24 Mar 2025 09:08:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/amari-williams-helps-kentucky-advance-to-sweet-16/ The resignation comes as part of a wider effort by the league to repair relationships with its officials and address the allegations of unconscious bias raised in the aftermath.
In an official sta]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/slb-opens-investigations-as-interim-chair-resigns/Sat, 22 Mar 2025 09:15:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/slb-opens-investigations-as-interim-chair-resigns/ With an estimated 7,000 signs across London alone, a new Banksy-styled campaign has been rolled out in Lambeth, South London, to shine a spotlight on the city’s youth inactivity crisis and the role that these outdated signs play in it.
According to the charity London Sport, ‘No Ball Games&rsquo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-partner-with-london-sport-to-launch-more-ball-games-campaign/Fri, 21 Mar 2025 12:24:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-partner-with-london-sport-to-launch-more-ball-games-campaign/ It was their fourth straight finals appearance as they re-claimed the title they last won in 2022, behind a 21-point, seven rebound and two assist performance from Maria Blazejewski.
Cameron Taylor-Willis added 13 points and Daniella Turner had an 11-point, 10-rebound double-double.
Katie Januszewska had 18 points t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/essex-break-runners-up-spell-with-bucs-title-over-loughborough/Wed, 19 Mar 2025 23:23:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/essex-break-runners-up-spell-with-bucs-title-over-loughborough/ Justin Hedley was named MVP with 28 points and nine assists, as Loughborough further cemented their status as a dynasty with their seventh national championship in the last eight years on the university stage.
Loughborough jumped out to an early lead, extended it to 21 by half time and never looked back as they cruised to the title.View this post o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/loughborough-complete-another-bucs-3-peat/Wed, 19 Mar 2025 20:45:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/loughborough-complete-another-bucs-3-peat/ Luke Bamgboye & Michael Belle – VCU [11]
Thursday, 20th March vs BYU [6] – 8:05pm (UK time) – Denver, ColoradoLuke Bamgboye and Michael Belle are the only British teammates to make the Big Dance, qualifying after winning the Atlantic-10 Conference Tournament.
Bamgboye, a former London Legend, had five points, eight rebounds and four blocks in the final agai]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/march-madness-brits-in-the-2025-mens-ncaa-basketball-tournament/Wed, 19 Mar 2025 13:10:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/march-madness-brits-in-the-2025-mens-ncaa-basketball-tournament/ Issy Bunyan – Montana State [13]
Friday, 21st March vs Ohio State [4] – 9:30pm (UK time) – Columbus, OhioBunyan matched a career best for MSU with 15 points in their semi-final victory of the Big Sky Tournament. The Bobcats went on to clinch the Championship with a dramatic win at the buzzer against Montana to clinch their spot at March Madness.
The Welsh for]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/march-madness-brits-in-the-2025-womens-ncaa-basketball-tournament/Wed, 19 Mar 2025 12:37:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/march-madness-brits-in-the-2025-womens-ncaa-basketball-tournament/ After losing the first leg by three, Eagles took a decisive 93-73 victory in the second leg on Tuesday evening, avenging their defeat to Bakken – who went on to the the title – in last year’s playoffs.View this post on InstagramA post shared by ENBL (@enbleague)De’Sean Allen-Eikens had 12 of his]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/newcastle-eagles-make-enbl-final-four-with-bakken-victory/Tue, 18 Mar 2025 23:29:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/newcastle-eagles-make-enbl-final-four-with-bakken-victory/ Let’s take a look at how the Brits in college fared this past month.
NCAA Division 1
Josh Uduje was on fire in February, putting up multiple strong performances. The Senior started off the month with a 24-point performance in a win over AFA. The guard then posted a season-high 30 points and 11 rebounds]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brits-in-college-men-februarymarch-recap/Tue, 18 Mar 2025 22:59:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brits-in-college-men-februarymarch-recap/ NCAA Division 1
Fatmata Janneh is having a fantastic season with Saint Peter’s and posted top performances in each of her games in February and March. She started with a 26-point, 18-rebound outing against Mount St Mary’s, then tallied 26 points, seven rebounds and five steals against Siena.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brits-in-college-women-februarymarch-recap/Tue, 18 Mar 2025 20:52:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brits-in-college-women-februarymarch-recap/ Millette, following a loss to Surrey on Saturday, ignited the dispute with a series of social media posts on X calling into que]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/slb-facing-referee-rebellion-after-chairs-accusations-of-racism/Tue, 18 Mar 2025 13:52:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/slb-facing-referee-rebellion-after-chairs-accusations-of-racism/ Ty Nsangu picked up MVP with 18 rebounds to go with his nine points, while Reading shared the load from a scoring perspective, with Simon Chamberlain and Justin Hopkins having 20 each, while Victor Olarerin and Mitch Clarke had 19 each.KJ Johnson had 27 points to lead Breakers, but it would not be enough.More to come.Box score.
The post Reading claim KitKing Trophy with b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/reading-claim-kitking-trophy-with-big-win-over-mk/Sat, 15 Mar 2025 17:22:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/reading-claim-kitking-trophy-with-big-win-over-mk/ Fresh credentials to be etched on the silverware and, if the history between these teams is anything to go by, the 2024/25 final has the potential to be an instant classic.It could be argued the psychological advantage will go to the Breakers, who, in their short existence, have reached three finals and won all three, one of which was against Reading.Th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-reading-rockets-v-milton-keynes-breakers-kitking-trophy-final-2pm/Sat, 15 Mar 2025 15:02:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-reading-rockets-v-milton-keynes-breakers-kitking-trophy-final-2pm/ The letter asks for a seat at the table for the players to hear about proposals for the professional league operating license after the BBF entered an exclusive negotiating period with a group led by former interim Euroleague CEO Marshall G]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/players-pen-open-letter-to-bbf-board-following-license-dispute/Fri, 14 Mar 2025 07:55:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/players-pen-open-letter-to-bbf-board-following-license-dispute/ He discusses the current scope of the club, its legal structures, and the challenges faced in the British basketball landscape, while highlighting the need for more participation in basketball, the significance of youth development, and the philosophy beh]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/why-british-basketball-needs-more-volume-with-matt-johnson-ep-119/Tue, 11 Mar 2025 19:16:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/why-british-basketball-needs-more-volume-with-matt-johnson-ep-119/ Trailing two at the halftime break, Sharks upped the intensity at both ends in the third quarter, behind Prentiss Nixton’s 16 points, creating enough of a cushion to keep the Niners at bay.Donovan Clay had 23 points on 9/15 shooting, along with nine rebounds and four assists, while Rickey McGill and Prentiss Nixon had 24 points each.
“We came out he]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sheffield-sharks-take-slb-cup-title-over-surrey/Sun, 09 Mar 2025 18:38:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sheffield-sharks-take-slb-cup-title-over-surrey/ Live stats.
The post LIVE STREAM: Surrey 89ers vs Sheffield Sharks – SLB Cup Final (3:30pm) appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-surrey-89ers-vs-sheffield-sharks-slb-cup-final-330pm/Sun, 09 Mar 2025 15:54:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-surrey-89ers-vs-sheffield-sharks-slb-cup-final-330pm/ Lee Ryan’s side had lost their maiden final against Caledonia Gladiators in January, but were stronger from start to finish to make club history, in Nottingham.
GB’s Sam Ashby starred in the win as MVP with 12 points, six rebounds and three steals to lead a balanced team effort. Tay McGhee-Pheasant added a team-high 14 points along with seven rebounds.
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Georg]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/oaklands-wolves-secure-first-title-with-slb-cup-triumph/Sun, 09 Mar 2025 15:18:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/oaklands-wolves-secure-first-title-with-slb-cup-triumph/ Live stats.
The post LIVE STREAM: Oaklands Wolves vs Sheffield Hatters – SLBW Cup Final (12:30pm) appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-oaklands-wolves-vs-sheffield-hatters-slbw-cup-final-1230pm/Sun, 09 Mar 2025 14:13:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-oaklands-wolves-vs-sheffield-hatters-slbw-cup-final-1230pm/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-get-mayor-of-londons-backing-for-new-arena/Sun, 09 Mar 2025 09:59:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-get-mayor-of-londons-backing-for-new-arena/ The Welsh forward added eight points to a 78-49 victory, which ensured the Bobcats have at least a share of the title with two games to play.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)Bunyan has been averaging 2.2 points and 1.1 rebounds per game in just 7.3 minutes per game in her sophomore season, having accumulated 131 points in 29 appea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/issy-bunyan-helps-unbeaten-msu-to-big-sky-regular-season-title/Fri, 28 Feb 2025 09:42:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/issy-bunyan-helps-unbeaten-msu-to-big-sky-regular-season-title/ Head Coach Marc Steutel got to rotate his squad heavily, with every player seeing at least 12 minutes, led by a GB career-high 21 point outing from Jubrile Belo.
His fellow former Barking Abbey teammate Akwasi Yeboah had 13 points for GB, while Luke Nelson had 12 as all 11 players got on the scoresheet.
With qualification hav]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-cruise-past-czechia-to-round-out-qualifiers/Mon, 24 Feb 2025 22:34:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-cruise-past-czechia-to-round-out-qualifiers/ GB watched Yannick Franke’s game-tying three point attempt come up short as Gabe Olaseni hauled in his 14th rebound of the night to seal the victory and send GB back to the premier international continental competition.
Olaseni added 18 points for a double-double, Amin Adamu had 13 points and Carl Wheatle had 10 on a rough shooting night for GB,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-hold-on-to-qualify-for-eurobasket-2025/Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:58:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-hold-on-to-qualify-for-eurobasket-2025/ “The Netherlands have a clear style of play and a clear identity with some really talented players playing at high levels across Europe,” Steutel said.
“So,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-men-final-squad-revealed-for-netherlands/Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:20:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-men-final-squad-revealed-for-netherlands/ His initiative, Why Not I, is more than just a brand. It’s a movement aimed at destigmatising mental health struggles in sport]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/kofi-josephs-is-building-a-blueprint-for-mental-resilience-in-basketball/Wed, 19 Feb 2025 17:30:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/kofi-josephs-is-building-a-blueprint-for-mental-resilience-in-basketball/ The GB point guard has shone over the three rounds of the Final Eight, opening up with a 12-point, 14-assist double-double in a win over Grissin Bon Reggio Emilia, following that up with a near triple double in the semi-finals with 11 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists, and then punctuating the final with a further 14 point outing.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoop]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/qunn-ellis-named-mvp-while-leading-trento-to-cup-title/Sun, 16 Feb 2025 20:19:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/qunn-ellis-named-mvp-while-leading-trento-to-cup-title/ Both advanced through the knockout competition to the title, at the event that was held to celebrate Jordan’s 40 year anniversary and was held in collaboration with Ghanaian streetwear brand Free The Youth.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoopsfix)“First of all, I’m tired man,” Striuga, who play]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gibbins-striuga-win-jordan-40-years-of-greatness-1v1-tournament/Fri, 14 Feb 2025 09:52:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gibbins-striuga-win-jordan-40-years-of-greatness-1v1-tournament/ NCAA Division 1
Fatmata Janneh is having an incredible season spearheading St. Peter’s offence. The sophomore posted five consecutive double-doubles in January. In this stretch, she recorded]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brits-in-college-women-january-recap/Thu, 13 Feb 2025 17:49:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brits-in-college-women-january-recap/ It is a full circle moment for Richards, who won the tournament in 2016 for a share of $2million, and now will be entering his own team that he says will feature at least two GB internationals in Myles Hesson and Ovie Soko, with the full roster to be confirmed.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Ryan Richards (@richard]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ryan-richards-to-enter-british-team-into-the-tournament/Thu, 13 Feb 2025 10:06:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ryan-richards-to-enter-british-team-into-the-tournament/ NCAA Division 1
Cam Hildreth dropped a season-high 31-point in Wake Forest‘s win over Mia]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brits-in-college-men-january-recap/Wed, 12 Feb 2025 14:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brits-in-college-men-january-recap/ It has long been a goal of Winterburn, a three-time WBBL Young Player of the Year and a 2024 EuroCup Women Champion with the London Lions, to make the WNBA and now she has been given an opportunity after continuing to impress in Europe, currently with Besiktas in Turkey.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)“Holly is a versatile guar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/holly-winterburn-gets-invite-to-wnba-training-camp/Wed, 12 Feb 2025 13:32:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/holly-winterburn-gets-invite-to-wnba-training-camp/ It was arguably GB’s most complete performance throughout their Group D odyssey, ahead from start from finish, leading by as many as 27 points and playing together.
There was a minor fourth quarter blip, but by that point, Great Britain were almost in cruise control anyway, finishing the campaign with a 4-2 record and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-qualify-for-eurobasket-women-with-denmark-victory/Sun, 09 Feb 2025 23:34:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-qualify-for-eurobasket-women-with-denmark-victory/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-women-dominate-estonia/Thu, 06 Feb 2025 22:28:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-women-dominate-estonia/ Live stats.
The post LIVE STREAM: GB Senior Women vs Estonia (7:30pm tip) appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-gb-senior-women-vs-estonia-730pm-tip/Thu, 06 Feb 2025 20:35:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-gb-senior-women-vs-estonia-730pm-tip/ Featuring two courts with a cross court show court, seating for 450, and changing rooms, the new venue will give the programme a dedicated space to grow.
“For many of us, the engagement in competitive sports remains the lasting memory of our childhood,” CoLA Principle Mike Baxter wrote on LinkedIn in this morni]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cola-get-greenlight-on-32m-basketball-facility/Thu, 06 Feb 2025 15:46:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cola-get-greenlight-on-32m-basketball-facility/ The NBL Division One ga]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tragic-weekend-as-5-young-people-from-basketball-community-pass/Thu, 06 Feb 2025 15:16:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tragic-weekend-as-5-young-people-from-basketball-community-pass/ After a historic run to the semi-finals in 2019 was followed by missing the next edition two years later, GB returned to the tournament in 2023 – and finished in 10th place.
A second defeat to Sweden – who clinched qualification as Group D winners – means that GB’s only route of qualification is via one of the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/how-can-gb-qualify-for-womens-eurobasket-2025/Tue, 04 Feb 2025 13:09:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/how-can-gb-qualify-for-womens-eurobasket-2025/ The BBF refutes the claims in SLB Chair Vaughn Millette’s statement on Saturday morning that “the tender document (to submit a bid to operate the league) did not allow for any changes]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-shares-letter-sent-to-slb-encouraging-alteration-to-itt-license-terms/Sun, 02 Feb 2025 12:14:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-shares-letter-sent-to-slb-encouraging-alteration-to-itt-license-terms/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/slb-questions-legality-of-bbfs-actions-over-license/Sat, 01 Feb 2025 11:08:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/slb-questions-legality-of-bbfs-actions-over-license/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/understanding-the-bbfs-professional-league-license-tender-process-with-chris-grant-ep-118/Thu, 30 Jan 2025 19:45:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/understanding-the-bbfs-professional-league-license-tender-process-with-chris-grant-ep-118/ After putting the long-term license up to tender in October last year, frictions between the SLB and the BBF have continued to rise, Hoopsfix has learned, culminating in the league opting out of submitting an application for the license due to what they]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-shuns-slb-with-alternate-preferred-bidder-for-long-term-pro-league-license/Wed, 29 Jan 2025 17:30:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-shuns-slb-with-alternate-preferred-bidder-for-long-term-pro-league-license/ The most successful team in BBL history became the first franchise to lift silverware in the SLB era with a comprehensive display in Birmingham.
Seneca Knight top scored with 22 points along with five rebounds in 20 minutes with Mike Okauru adding 19 points in the win.
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Bristol had an early 6-3 advantage, but that would be as good as it would get, as a 13-0 run from the Eagles set the tone]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/dominant-newcastle-eagles-land-2025-slb-trophy-title/Sun, 26 Jan 2025 18:23:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/dominant-newcastle-eagles-land-2025-slb-trophy-title/ Live stats.
The post LIVE STREAM: Bristol Flyers vs Newcastle Eagles – SLB Trophy Final appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-bristol-flyers-vs-newcastle-eagles-slb-trophy-final/Sun, 26 Jan 2025 16:28:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-bristol-flyers-vs-newcastle-eagles-slb-trophy-final/ The Scottish franchise overcame their previously unbeaten opponents in a tight contest at the Utilita Arena in Birmingham, on Sunday.
Mathilde Domenger top scored with 17 points in the win as MVP, with Tea Adams adding 15 points as the backcourt duo helped seal the win at the line.
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Caledonia had settled the quicker of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-win-slb-betty-codona-trophy-for-first-title/Sun, 26 Jan 2025 15:03:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-win-slb-betty-codona-trophy-for-first-title/ Box score.
The post LIVE STREAM: Caledonia Gladiators vs Oaklands Wolves – Betty Codona Trophy Final appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-caledonia-gladiators-vs-oaklands-wolves-betty-codona-trophy-final/Sun, 26 Jan 2025 12:55:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-caledonia-gladiators-vs-oaklands-wolves-betty-codona-trophy-final/ Ekufu, who now attends Barking Abbey and was originally a product of the Haringey Heat program, had his best performance with a 7-point, 6-rebound effort in just 15 minutes in their opener against Bologna.
View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoopsfix)He finished averaging 3.8 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.5 assists in 13 minutes per game.If Ekufu en]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/obinna-ekufu-wins-euroleague-nextgen-munich-qualifier/Thu, 23 Jan 2025 21:39:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/obinna-ekufu-wins-euroleague-nextgen-munich-qualifier/ Reading were good value for their win with their lead hovering around the 20-point park for much of the second half as they cruised to victory, avenging their finals loss last year to Milton Keynes Breakers.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoopsfix)The MVP crown went to Reading’s Justin Hopkins, who scored the first eight points]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/reading-rockets-claim-national-cup/Sun, 19 Jan 2025 20:47:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/reading-rockets-claim-national-cup/ The holders raced out to a 30-11 lead in the opening quarter, and never looked back, looking comfortable at the NBPC as the Bulls struggled to find their feet.
The game’s MVP award went to Harriet Welham once again as she helped her side secure their third National Cup success, dropping a game-high 28 points to go with an influential 11 rebounds]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ipswich-defend-womens-national-cup/Sun, 19 Jan 2025 17:55:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ipswich-defend-womens-national-cup/ These two D1M heavyweights, currently first and second in the standings, have endured several close battles, especially over the last three seasons.
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The post LIVE STREAM: Hemel Storm vs Reading Rockets – Men’s National Cup Final (4pm) appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-hemel-storm-vs-reading-rockets-mens-national-cup-final-4pm/Sun, 19 Jan 2025 14:48:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-hemel-storm-vs-reading-rockets-mens-national-cup-final-4pm/ For the ever-impressive Ipswich side, led by Nick Drane, a chance to add yet another trophy to their bursting cabinet whereas the Bulls have the opportunity to collect their first piece of silverware as a WNBL1 side.
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The post LIVE STREAM: Brent Bulls vs Ipswich – Women’s National Cup Final (1pm) appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-brent-bulls-vs-ipswich-womens-national-cup-final-1pm/Sun, 19 Jan 2025 14:11:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-brent-bulls-vs-ipswich-womens-national-cup-final-1pm/ Charnwood edged each of the first three quarters to slowly build their advantage before coming unstuck following a 22-11 fourth, erasing their hard work and slipping to a heart-breaking defeat.
The Midlanders looked to be in control of proceedings, keeping their Southern opponents at bay for most of the contest, but the floodgates were opened late t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cola-come-from-behind-for-u18-mens-national-cup-win/Sat, 18 Jan 2025 22:17:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cola-come-from-behind-for-u18-mens-national-cup-win/ The win places Pride as the most decorated side in the history of the competition with five wins, though they had to weather a stern Ipswich fightback to make it a reality.
The MVP crown went to CoLA forward Chloe Vella, who put together a mighty 15-point, 21-rebound double-double, alongside a strong showing from fellow forwar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cola-defend-under-18-womens-national-cup-title/Sat, 18 Jan 2025 21:12:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cola-defend-under-18-womens-national-cup-title/ The club’s historic victory was far from a classic, but the Londoners were easily the better of the two sides and good value for their win.
The game’s MVP award went to Oskaras Visockas for his 22-point, 11-rebound double-double, scoring key baskets as the Stars tightened their grip on the game. Domas Martinkus had a solid all]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-stars-win-first-u16-boys-national-cup-title/Sat, 18 Jan 2025 17:17:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-stars-win-first-u16-boys-national-cup-title/ The North West programme picked up their fourth U16 Girls’ Cup success at the end of what was a captivating showpiece, with both teams going toe-to-toe for the duration.
In a game with a number of worthy candidates, MVP honours went to Manchester’s Mojan Malek.
The talented guard finished with a game-high 22 points, adding 10 rebo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-mystics-spoil-richmonds-defence-of-u16-girls-national-cup/Sat, 18 Jan 2025 14:18:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-mystics-spoil-richmonds-defence-of-u16-girls-national-cup/ NCAA Division 1
Josh Uduje is having a fantastic season so far, the senior dropped five consecutive 20-point games in December, including a 23-point & 10 rebound double-double performance in a OT win. The senior is leading his team in scoring with 17.1 points per game. Meanwhile, his British teammate Latrell Davis recorded his best performance of the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brits-in-college-men-december-recap/Fri, 17 Jan 2025 12:58:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brits-in-college-men-december-recap/ NCAA Division 1
Fatmata Janneh is in the midst of an incredible season. She recorded three huge double-doubles in December, including a 25-point, 21-rebound performance leading her side to their first win of the season. The Peacocks struggled to get their season going despite Janneh’s amazing contributions.
The team holds 3-9 record, having wo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brits-in-college-women-december-recap/Fri, 17 Jan 2025 09:59:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brits-in-college-women-december-recap/ He will be suiting up in the second qualifying tournament in Munich, Germany from January 17 to 19, 2025.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoopsfix)In its 23rd edition, featuring a new name and logo, adidas NextGen EuroLeague continues to strengthen its connection to the Euroleague Basketball ecosystem and highlight its status as the p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/obinna-ekufu-to-play-in-euroleague-angt/Thu, 09 Jan 2025 23:24:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/obinna-ekufu-to-play-in-euroleague-angt/ The Newcastle Eagles product native saw action in 17 games (eight starts) with the Pistons and Gri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-signs-two-way-contract-with-brooklyn/Thu, 02 Jan 2025 09:21:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-signs-two-way-contract-with-brooklyn/ 10) Team USA’s Olympic Prep Brings Star Power to London
Basketball fans in the UK were treated to a spectacle as a stacked Team USA men’s squad used London as a staging ground for their Paris Olympics warm-up games. South Sudan put up a fight, but U]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/the-10-biggest-british-basketball-stories-of-2024/Tue, 31 Dec 2024 17:01:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/the-10-biggest-british-basketball-stories-of-2024/ The honours recognise unsung heroes who have made outstanding contributions to their communities across the UK, and Gibbons, who founded City of London Academy Southwark’s Basketball Academy in 2013, has grown the Pride into one of the UK’s most successful youth basketball programme]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jackson-gibbons-awarded-bem-in-kings-new-year-honours-list/Tue, 31 Dec 2024 12:16:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jackson-gibbons-awarded-bem-in-kings-new-year-honours-list/ Earlier this month, FIBA Secretary General Andreas Zagklis hinted at momentum growing for some type of NBA Europe League, stating, “The next month will show where we are headed in this matter.”The NBA Paris games in France will be in January, an event wher]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-eyes-european-expansion-with-fiba-partnership/Sun, 29 Dec 2024 15:34:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-eyes-european-expansion-with-fiba-partnership/ In a wide-ranging feature with SportBusiness just before Christmas, Euroleague staff spoke on what happened with the previous ownership group of the club, and their keenness for a London club in the Euroleague.
“The 777 situation was unfortunate,” Alex Ferrer Kristjansson the Eurol]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-remains-top-target-for-euroleague-expansion/Sun, 29 Dec 2024 13:40:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-remains-top-target-for-euroleague-expansion/ A number of top young players from across London came together at The Regal in South London in July, as eight teams battled it out.
The post Let It Fly Classic: The Clash (London) recap appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/let-it-fly-classic-the-clash-london-recap/Sun, 22 Dec 2024 23:35:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/let-it-fly-classic-the-clash-london-recap/ Following on from the club’s takeover by Vince Macaulay and Nhamo Shire earlier this season, the Cavaliers say they have positioned themselves “to engage a broader fan base, access greater sponsorship opportunities, and establish stronger ties to the city’s vibrant sports cult]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/thames-valley-rebrands-to-london-cavaliers/Wed, 18 Dec 2024 16:31:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/thames-valley-rebrands-to-london-cavaliers/ The British Basketball Federation (BBF) has been allocated £2.925million by UK Sport, while Basketball England is set to receive £1.55million from Sport England, aimed “primarily at boosting GB’s performance in the exciting 3×3 form of the game”, but will]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-amp-be-get-joint-pound45m-in-funding-with-focus-on-3times3/Mon, 16 Dec 2024 16:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-amp-be-get-joint-pound45m-in-funding-with-focus-on-3times3/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-foundation-launches-basketballcourtsnearme-court-finder/Mon, 16 Dec 2024 10:01:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-foundation-launches-basketballcourtsnearme-court-finder/ Announced at a prestigious ceremony in Leeds, Williams was honoured with the award to mark her ingenuity and passion to see other coaches succeed in basketball.Williams has honed the coaching skills of over 130 Londoners aged 16-30, adding to the thousands of coaches she has mentored as one of Basketball England’s coach education tutors during her career– providin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/lisa-williams-named-coach-developer-of-the-year-at-uk-coaching-awards/Thu, 12 Dec 2024 12:30:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/lisa-williams-named-coach-developer-of-the-year-at-uk-coaching-awards/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/donna-knight-inducted-to-nnu-hall-of-fame/Wed, 04 Dec 2024 20:31:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/donna-knight-inducted-to-nnu-hall-of-fame/ NCAA Division 1
Josh Uduje dropped a season-high 25 points for San Jose State, going 5/5 from beyond the arc, unfortunately it was not enough to avoid a tough loss at the hands of USC. The senior is averaging 15.5 points across his first eight games for the Spartans.Meanwhile, Latrell Davis dropped two double figures games including a season-high 12]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brits-in-college-men-november-recap/Wed, 04 Dec 2024 18:21:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brits-in-college-men-november-recap/ NCAA Division 1
Despite St Peter’s’ 0-5 record in the month, Fatmata Janneh is having a stellar start this season. The sophomore had two 20-point games, including a huge double-double with 28 points and 11 rebounds as she played 34 minutes.
Loren Christie, certainly dropped her best performance of the season so far against Mercyhurst as she tallie]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brits-in-college-women-november-recap/Wed, 04 Dec 2024 15:21:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brits-in-college-women-november-recap/ Greece led for all but 52 seconds of the contest, as GB were unable to overcome 28 turnovers and fell to 2-2 in Group F, meaning they will need to almost certainly win the head-to-head with Netherlands in February to advance.
Myles Hesson had 14 points to lead GB, Quinn Ellis had another strong performance with 13 points,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-fall-in-greece-to-split-games/Sun, 24 Nov 2024 20:16:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-fall-in-greece-to-split-games/ Great Britain were down 39-22 with five minutes left in the first half and it was 41-25 before they unleashed a 13-0 run to make it 41-38. After Greece pulled back ahead 48-40, Great Britain went on a 21-3 run for a 10-point lead and the cushion was even 66-54. Greece came back and made it a one-point g]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-stun-greece-with-come-from-behind-victory/Thu, 21 Nov 2024 23:38:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-stun-greece-with-come-from-behind-victory/ Facing off against the Greeks at a sold out Copper Box Arena tonight, the squad, as confirmed by FIBA, will be led by veteran trio Gabe Olaseni, Myles Hesson and Carl Wheatle, before heading to Greece for the return leg on Sunday.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Great Britain Basketball (@gbbasketball)“It’s always great to return to GB and continue]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-name-12-man-squad-for-sold-out-greece-game/Thu, 21 Nov 2024 09:45:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-name-12-man-squad-for-sold-out-greece-game/ A hard-fought, bruising encounter was eventually settled at the midway point of the fourth quarter as Sweden took advantage of team fouls and misses under the basket from GB to lead for the majority of the fourth.There was hope for the visitors, who narrowed the gap with back-to-back three-pointers with less than 90 seconds to play, but Sweden kept their composure and imp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-women-fall-short-in-sweden/Mon, 11 Nov 2024 11:50:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-women-fall-short-in-sweden/ ‘The Sports & Convention Centre’ – a multi-purpose 5,000-seater arena for the Flyers – will be built next to the stadium, with work now expected to start in 2025, after the arena plans were first announced in 2018.
At a hearing in the High Court,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bristol-flyers-arena-given-green-light-for-2025/Fri, 08 Nov 2024 13:02:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bristol-flyers-arena-given-green-light-for-2025/ It was a crucial an important victory for Anna Montañana’s side as they win their second straight game of the qualifiers ahead of Sunday’s vital tie with Sweden in Malmo.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)Holly Winterburn finished a rebound short of a triple double, having 12 points, 9 rebou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-women-get-past-denmark-to-improve-to-2-1/Fri, 08 Nov 2024 09:32:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-women-get-past-denmark-to-improve-to-2-1/ As is now customary, it is time to publish our annual list of all British players hooping across the pond.
Check out the 2023/24 season, 2022/23 season, 2021/22 season, 2020/21 season, 2019/20 season, 2018/19 season, 2017/18 season, 2016/17 season, 2015/16 season, 2014/15 season, the 2013/14 season’s list,&]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/british-basketball-players-in-us-colleges-2024-25-season/Thu, 07 Nov 2024 14:55:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/british-basketball-players-in-us-colleges-2024-25-season/ As is now customary, it is time to publish our annual list of all British players hooping across the pond.
You can see the lists of previous years with 2023-24, 2022-23, 2021-22, 2020-21, 2019-20, 2018-19 and 2017-18.
You can find the list of male British basketball players in US colleges for this season, here.
There are a record 27 British female players on NCAA Division 1 rosters th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/female-british-basketball-players-in-us-colleges-2024-25/Thu, 07 Nov 2024 14:05:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/female-british-basketball-players-in-us-colleges-2024-25/ The choice of the Motorpoint Arena represents a bold step forward for SLB, the league says, underscoring “its commitment to elevating the sport’s profile by bringing major basketball events to new regions and premier venues across the country”.
The e]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/super-league-basketball-cup-final-headed-to-nottingham/Sat, 02 Nov 2024 08:33:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/super-league-basketball-cup-final-headed-to-nottingham/ .@Cal_Gladiators with a HUGE come from behind victory in the @fibaeuropecup behind British duo @p_whelan1Two (25p 8a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-upset-ludwigsburg-in-comeback-fiba-europe-cup-win/Thu, 31 Oct 2024 13:46:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-upset-ludwigsburg-in-comeback-fiba-europe-cup-win/ Preparing to face Denmark at home in Manchester on November 7 (7:30pm tip off) before Sweden away on Sunday November 10, Anna Montanana – appointed earlier this year – has put together a squad that will be led by now-Besiktas duo Temi Fagbenle and Holly Winterburn, while also welcoming two currently unattached pl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-womens-training-camp-squad-revealed-for-eurobasket-women-qualifiers/Wed, 30 Oct 2024 10:24:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-womens-training-camp-squad-revealed-for-eurobasket-women-qualifiers/ Written by Pulitzer Prize finalist Rajiv Joseph, King James is an exploration of passion, friendship and fandom. It runs from 15 November to 4 January at Hampstead Theatre, NW3.
The story starts just as the fortunes of the Cavaliers are about to change: James has been drafted by Cleveland. But when superfan Matt’s latest]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/king-james-play-coming-to-hampstead-theatre-in-london/Tue, 29 Oct 2024 19:07:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/king-james-play-coming-to-hampstead-theatre-in-london/ The 23rd edition of the Commonwealth Games will take place in Scotland from Thursday, 23 July to Sunday, 2 August 2026, returning to the city 12 years after the hugely successful 2014 Games, and will mark a return for 3×3 basketball after it debuted at Birmingham 2022.
In Birmingham, England had much to celebrate with its men’s and women’s teams winni]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/33-basketball-included-in-glasgow-2026-commonwealth-games/Wed, 23 Oct 2024 10:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/33-basketball-included-in-glasgow-2026-commonwealth-games/ With a three year interim licence awarded to Super League Basketball Limited (previously Premier Basketball Limited), in July, with the aim “to provide stability and enable the 2024/25 League season to take place” following termination of the previous licence with Basketball League Limited, the federation &nda]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-opens-up-tender-process-for-long-term-professional-league-license/Tue, 15 Oct 2024 12:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-opens-up-tender-process-for-long-term-professional-league-license/ Five teams from Basketball England’s NBL Division One and two teams from basketballscotland’s Scottish Basketball Championship (SBC) have accepted invitations to the men’s tournament and will join the nine SLB franchises when the Cup commences in January.
The teams who have accepted invitations to the competition are as follows:
&mi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/slb-reveals-nbl-and-sbc-additions-to-inaugural-cup-campaign/Wed, 09 Oct 2024 11:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/slb-reveals-nbl-and-sbc-additions-to-inaugural-cup-campaign/ Despite a team-high 19 points from Demond Robinson in his European debut with Bristol and 18 off the bench from Evan Walshe, it would not be enough as they fell short.
Urald King led Bakken scoring a game-high 27 points shooting 11/16 from the floor, adding seven rebounds to his tally.Five Bakken players scored in double-digits, including]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bristol-lose-to-defending-champs-in-enbl-opener/Wed, 02 Oct 2024 23:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bristol-lose-to-defending-champs-in-enbl-opener/ Following a meeting with NBA Deputy Commissioner and Chief Operating Officer Mark Tatum to discuss their shared ambition to expand the sport’s reach and influence in the capital, including through live NBA games, Khan pledged to create a first-of-its-kind basketball taskforce to develop and grow the game, boos]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/mayor-of-london-to-create-basketball-taskforce-to-grow-the-game/Fri, 27 Sep 2024 10:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/mayor-of-london-to-create-basketball-taskforce-to-grow-the-game/ The answer to that question, turned out to be a resounding no.
Twelve months later and the British Basketball League no longer exists, having had its operating licensed revoked by the British Basketball Federation before all staff were made redundant without pay, leavi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/from-collapse-to-rebirth-how-the-slb-came-to-be/Thu, 26 Sep 2024 20:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/from-collapse-to-rebirth-how-the-slb-came-to-be/ Vaughn took ownership of Sheffield earlier this summer, and has ended up being thrust into the interim Chair role of the SLB following the creation of the new league after the BBL had its operating license taken away by the BBF.Millette is an American entrepreneur based in New York, having started his career in private wealth management]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/launching-a-new-professional-basketball-league-in-10-weeks-with-vaughn-millette-ep-117/Wed, 25 Sep 2024 16:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/launching-a-new-professional-basketball-league-in-10-weeks-with-vaughn-millette-ep-117/ Fans will now be able to watch every game live and o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/slb-announces-exclusive-broadcast-deal-with-dazn/Mon, 23 Sep 2024 10:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/slb-announces-exclusive-broadcast-deal-with-dazn/ The defeat meant the Gladiators’ hopes of playing in the Basketball Champions League are ended, but will continue their journey in the FIBA Europe Cup.Caledonia competed for the second consecutive time in the BCL qualifiers following last year’s attempt against Fribourg.The Romanian side took control of the game early i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-drop-to-fiba-europe-cup-with-loss-in-bcl-qualifiers/Tue, 17 Sep 2024 23:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-drop-to-fiba-europe-cup-with-loss-in-bcl-qualifiers/ With two marks, both a ‘Mcr’ script style logo and an emblem with a basketball with the words ‘Manchester Basketball’ circling it, the logos will be used interchangeably through the season.Introducing Manchester Basketball…https://t.co/5QFxkTpWv9 pic.twitter.com/KMi2dNiwpz
— Manchester Basketball (@mcrbball) September]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchesters-pro-franchise-reveals-new-brand-identity/Wed, 11 Sep 2024 21:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchesters-pro-franchise-reveals-new-brand-identity/ As widely expected, and following a unanimous vote by shareholders of the Women’s British Basketball League, both the men’s and women’s elite competitions will now adopt SLB branding and work together to unlock the sport’s considerable potential across the country.
The Men’s League’s nine member clubs will be joined by 11 counter]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/womens-pro-league-unites-under-slb-brand/Tue, 03 Sep 2024 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/womens-pro-league-unites-under-slb-brand/ All 13 NBL Division 1 clubs will take part in the competition, as well as a trio of invited Division two teams, Barking Abbey, London Elite and Solent Kestrels, while it is Derby Trailblazers who will attempt to defend their title.
View this post on InstagramA post shared by Kitking.co.uk (@kitking.co.uk)The 2024-2025 Ki]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/kitking-trophy-returns-to-tip-off-nbl-season/Sun, 01 Sep 2024 21:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/kitking-trophy-returns-to-tip-off-nbl-season/ Macaulay, a leading figure in British and London basketball and the founder of the London Lions basketball franchise, has partnered with Nhamo Shire, founder of the legendary Midnight Madness summer event and now the largest grassroots basketball league in London, the Community Basketball League (CBL), as they aim to “establish a robust pipeline from grassroots to elite-level comp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/vince-macaulay-and-nhamo-shire-partner-on-acquisition-of-nbl-d1-side-tvc/Fri, 30 Aug 2024 18:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/vince-macaulay-and-nhamo-shire-partner-on-acquisition-of-nbl-d1-side-tvc/ Reebok re-emerged onto the basketball scene last year as it aims to re-establish itself as a team sports brand, appointing Shaquille O’Neal and Allen Iverson as President and Vice President of Basketball, respectively.“We are thrilled to partner with the newly established Super League Basketb]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/slb-signs-kit-amp-shoe-deal-with-reebok/Tue, 27 Aug 2024 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/slb-signs-kit-amp-shoe-deal-with-reebok/ England finished runners-up in both categories at the event held over three days at Brunel University, London.
The tournament featured an U14 category for the first time as London United Legends secured the title against England in an OT thriller. Elijah Imevbore earned MVP honours with a huge 31-point, 22-rebound double-double performance.
The U14 category was contested]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/stella-azzurra-amp-london-united-crowned-future-stars-2024-champs/Tue, 27 Aug 2024 09:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/stella-azzurra-amp-london-united-crowned-future-stars-2024-champs/ GB led from start to finish to put a positive end to what has been an underwhelming summer overall for the GB youth programmes.
Milton Keynes’ Athena Thompson led the scoring with 24 points, helping her lead Division B in scoring at 22.6 points per game and landing herself a spot on the All-Star Five.22.6 PPG | 5.0 RPG | 4.4 SPG |]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u16-women-gain-division-a-promotion/Sun, 25 Aug 2024 09:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u16-women-gain-division-a-promotion/ Their only hope now to qualify for the World Cup – something that has never been achieved by a Great Britain side – is a top 8 finish at EuroBasket 2025, a tournament they also are yet to qualify for.In this contest, it was a game-changing 15-2 run from Hungary that spanned from the first to th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-women-bow-out-of-world-cup-pre-qualifiers-to-hungary/Sun, 25 Aug 2024 09:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-women-bow-out-of-world-cup-pre-qualifiers-to-hungary/ It returns to the four-title format the professional league had before last season, when the BBL introduced an All-Star game and dropped the Cup competition.
The new season, set to tip off on Friday September 27, will start with the Trophy, with five weeks of round robin t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/slb-announces-4-competition-format-ahead-of-new-season/Fri, 23 Aug 2024 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/slb-announces-4-competition-format-ahead-of-new-season/ And what followed was undeniably the best performance of the week from GB as they recovered from a torrid first three minute]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-women-crush-rwanda-to-advance-to-world-cup-pre-qualifying-semi-finals/Thu, 22 Aug 2024 23:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-women-crush-rwanda-to-advance-to-world-cup-pre-qualifying-semi-finals/ Usually just an under-18 tournament, the event is boosted with an under-14 division for the first time, along with a historical veteran’s showcase between Kingston Kings from the iconic 1990/91 season and London Towers veterans from the late 1990s.
In the U18 category, the U18 England National Team will lock horns against last year’s runner-up Stella Azzurr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/future-stars-returns-with-u14-amp-u18-categories/Thu, 22 Aug 2024 21:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/future-stars-returns-with-u14-amp-u18-categories/ The project, being overseen by Basketball England, Birmingham City Council and Sport England and part-funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, will see 17 courts across the city have a distinct purple and grey colour way painted to pay homage to the Birmingham 202]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/basketball-court-renovations-begins-for-birmingham-commonwealth-games-legacy/Thu, 22 Aug 2024 07:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/basketball-court-renovations-begins-for-birmingham-commonwealth-games-legacy/ Leading 63-45 thanks to a three from Holly Winterburn with 5:57 left, GB were seemingly easing to a routine win but a 21-9 run spreading the next four minutes made GB sweat and gave Lebanon hope of a miracle. Sam Ashby provided daylight, but Rebecca Akl made it 74-72 with 15 seconds left.
Ultimately,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-women-hold-off-lebanon/Thu, 22 Aug 2024 07:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-women-hold-off-lebanon/ It was a difficult first encounter for new GB Head Coach Anna Montanana’s side, in an ugly game that saw both teams shoot 28% from the floor, as it was Argentina’s first win over a European team since 2006, versus Spain; ironically, a game that Montanana also was on the wrong side of – then a Spanish]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/argentina-upset-gb-women-in-world-cup-pre-qualifiers/Tue, 20 Aug 2024 09:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/argentina-upset-gb-women-in-world-cup-pre-qualifiers/ Though the acquisition was announced by Zalgiris at the end of last month, it was thrown into doubt when administrators Hudson Weir denied any sale had been agreed to City A.m, and then rival bidder R3 Sport came into the fold, leading to the SLB to go public that Zalgiris are the only bidder to have met the deadlines and requirements to enter the league this season]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-confirm-sale-to-tesonetzalgiris/Mon, 19 Aug 2024 16:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-confirm-sale-to-tesonetzalgiris/ A graphic released on social media from their accounts revealed Caledonia Gladiators, Newcastle Eagles, Manchester (name to be confirmed, as reported Monday morning following new ownership), Sheffield Sharks, Cheshire Phoenix, Leicester Riders, Bristol Flyers London Lions and Surrey 89ers will make up the league.Check out t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/plymouth-confirmed-out-as-slb-reveals-9-team-line-up/Mon, 19 Aug 2024 15:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/plymouth-confirmed-out-as-slb-reveals-9-team-line-up/ Published on social media on Monday morning by the new professional league of the UK, with the caption “A new dawn is on the horizon. Super League Basketball is here! Are you ready to stand tall and be a part of the future of British basketball?”, the logo is simple with a basketball and ‘SLB” written to the centre right of it.A New Dawn is on the horizon. Supe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/super-league-basketball-reveals-new-logo/Mon, 19 Aug 2024 10:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/super-league-basketball-reveals-new-logo/ The men’s franchise will compete in the new Super League Basketball (SLB), along with the women’s team “continuing in their elite competition”.
With Basketball League Limited (BLL) – the company that formerly had the professional league license in the UK to run the BBL before it was revok]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-professional-basketball-franchises-sold-to-american-investment-firm/Mon, 19 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-professional-basketball-franchises-sold-to-american-investment-firm/ Levenston has bought a 50% stake in the club, bringing a wealth of experience, having spent three decades in British basketball, including the 17-year tenure with the Leicester Riders where he guided the team from near-collapse to multiple championships and European competi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/russell-levenston-takes-50-stake-in-nottingham-hoods/Fri, 16 Aug 2024 18:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/russell-levenston-takes-50-stake-in-nottingham-hoods/ The two organisations collaborated with Sam Sure of Half Decent Day for a beautiful artwork design on the court, which has regulation 72 inch acrylic backboards, flex rings and a block of seating for 50.As part of the project, Access Sport have also set up a new inclusive community club based at the court; Burgess Park Basketball Club, focusing on empowering local d]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/new-basketball-court-set-to-open-in-burgess-park/Thu, 15 Aug 2024 12:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/new-basketball-court-set-to-open-in-burgess-park/ Just two weeks ago, the group of clubs were successfully awarded the playing licence by their governing body – the British Basketball Federation – allowing elite level men’s professional basketball to continue in Great Britain this September.
BBF chair Chris Grant commented: “The arrival of Super Leag]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/super-league-basketball-revealed-as-new-professional-league-name/Fri, 02 Aug 2024 13:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/super-league-basketball-revealed-as-new-professional-league-name/ A statement released by Zalgiris says the Lions will then essentially be transferred over to Zalgiris, who will manage the club that they believe “will not only achieve greater sports milestones but also become a model of sustainability and operational excellence in the basketball community.”
A well-kn]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-to-be-acquired-by-tesonet-managed-by-bc-zalgiris/Wed, 31 Jul 2024 23:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-to-be-acquired-by-tesonet-managed-by-bc-zalgiris/ Meanwhile, a new club has been formed and awarded the Surrey franchise area, as ‘Surrey 89ers’ become majority owned by GB legend Dan Clark, who was the General Manager at Scorchers.
The ‘Niners’ – named as]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/surrey-scorchers-fold-replaced-by-89ers-as-new-club-formed/Wed, 31 Jul 2024 13:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/surrey-scorchers-fold-replaced-by-89ers-as-new-club-formed/ Tipping off on Saturday 27th July, 12 of the best teams in the world are split into 3 groups, with the top 2 set to advance from each pool, along with the two best third-placed teams to set up the quarter-finals.
On the men’s side the groups look like this:
Group A: Australia, Greece, Canada, SpainGroup B: France, Germany]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/where-to-watch-the-2024-paris-olympics-basketball-in-the-uk/Sat, 27 Jul 2024 11:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/where-to-watch-the-2024-paris-olympics-basketball-in-the-uk/ Sky Sports have signed an 11-year deal from 2025/26 to show both the NBA & WNBA, with the specifics still to be confirmed.
BREAKING: Sky Sports announces deal to show NBA and WNBA for 11 years from the 2025/26 seasonpic.twitter.com/ukAF8JEru0
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) July 25, 2024
Meanwhile, on Amazon Prime Video, UK f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/uk-fans-benefit-in-nba-rights-deal-as-sky-sports-amp-prime-video-secure-games/Thu, 25 Jul 2024 11:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/uk-fans-benefit-in-nba-rights-deal-as-sky-sports-amp-prime-video-secure-games/ SDSsports LLC, a US based International investment firm with ownership stakes in Grand Rapids Gold (NBA G League) and the New Zealand Breakers (NBL Australia), is a family run business whose president is Denise White, the mother of Phoenix player Skyler White.
Hoopsfix understands SDSsports were brought to the table by Skyler while he was in the midst o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cheshire-phoenix-sell-controlling-interest-to-us-investment-firm-sdssports/Tue, 23 Jul 2024 10:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cheshire-phoenix-sell-controlling-interest-to-us-investment-firm-sdssports/ In front of an O2 arena basketball record crowd of 19,177 – potentially the largest basketball crowd the UK has ever seen – the game went back and forth throughout with USA and Germany tied four times and trading the lead three times in the fourth never leading by more than 5.The closer is in. #USABMNT x@FoxSports pic.tw]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/usa-get-past-germany-as-lebron-plays-closer/Tue, 23 Jul 2024 07:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/usa-get-past-germany-as-lebron-plays-closer/ The Subway Summer Slam fixture was the first game with new head coach Anna Montanana at the helm, with GB trailing 54-43 at the end of the third quarter when play was halted due to an incident with a spectator.
A statement from the BBF on Sunday night was as follows:
During the Great Britain Women vs Germany game (July 21st) a medical incident occurred involving]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-womens-clash-with-germany-abandoned-due-to-medical-incident/Mon, 22 Jul 2024 22:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-womens-clash-with-germany-abandoned-due-to-medical-incident/ USA are overwhelming favourites to add a fifth consecutive gold medal at the Paris 2024 Games, but found themselves as many as 16 points down against South Sudan – with the two teams meeting again during the Paris Games that begin next week.
It needed an inspired LeBron performance in the second half as well as a hot streak from]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/lebron-usa-escape-south-sudan-in-london/Sun, 21 Jul 2024 13:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/lebron-usa-escape-south-sudan-in-london/ Carl Wheatle brought Great Britain to a one point deficit on a three-pointer with seven seconds left in the game, however, Marial Shayok iced the game from the charity stripe for South Sudan before Shayok once again came up clutch for his side with a block on Jelani Watson Gayle’s three-point attempt in the dying seconds securing the win for his]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/great-britain-fall-short-to-south-sudan/Fri, 19 Jul 2024 07:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/great-britain-fall-short-to-south-sudan/ The post LIVE STREAM: Great Britain vs South Sudan appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-great-britain-vs-south-sudan/Thu, 18 Jul 2024 18:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-great-britain-vs-south-sudan/ The GB Olympian who suited up at London 2012, returns to the same Olympic Park he played in for GB, but in a new role, with a country he has put on a meteoric rise in global basketball since becoming the President in 2019.“It means a lot to me (to lead a South Sudan team playing in Lon]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/luol-deng-returns-to-london-as-south-sudan-federation-president-in-full-circle-moment/Wed, 17 Jul 2024 18:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/luol-deng-returns-to-london-as-south-sudan-federation-president-in-full-circle-moment/ We sat down with GM Dan Clark, Head Coach Marc Steutel and players Carl Wheatle, Akwasi Yeboah, Ethan Price and Tobi Lawal – just before they flew to Portugal to face Argentina and the hosts.
Tickets are still available for Thursday’s game against South Sudan (7:30pm tip]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/video-gb-men-prepare-for-new-era-ahead-of-summer-slam/Wed, 17 Jul 2024 13:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/video-gb-men-prepare-for-new-era-ahead-of-summer-slam/ Vaughn Millette – the newly announced majority shareholder of Sheffield Sharks – seems to be leading the consortium of clubs, saying:
“Since the license was revoked, we (the clubs) have all worked together to sustain the elite professional pathway in the UK.
“There has been a huge amoun]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/premier-basketball-limited-releases-first-statement-on-new-league/Wed, 17 Jul 2024 10:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/premier-basketball-limited-releases-first-statement-on-new-league/ Millette, an American entrepreneur based in New York, has acquired a controlling interest in the clubs in what is believed to be a multi-seven figure sum.
“I am thrilled to be partnering with Sarah (Backovic), Yuri (Matischen), Atiba (Lyons) and Vanessa (Ellis) to continue building on all their successes,” Millette said.
“These teams are much more than the competit]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sheffield-sharks-amp-hatters-bring-in-new-owner-vaughn-millette/Wed, 17 Jul 2024 09:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sheffield-sharks-amp-hatters-bring-in-new-owner-vaughn-millette/ The previous agreement, with Basketball League Limited (BLL), was terminated by the BBF in June, on the basis of clear breaches of the licence and indications that BLL’s financial position would result in the company being unable to carry out its functions as operat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/consortium-of-clubs-awarded-professional-league-license/Wed, 17 Jul 2024 06:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/consortium-of-clubs-awarded-professional-league-license/ The team, having just returned from Portugal where they went 0-2 against the hosts and Argentina, have been at camp in Essex with a squad featuring a number of new faces as the summer months provide opportunities for college athletes who are not usually available during the international windows.
&l]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-mens-squad-revealed-as-they-return-from-portugal/Tue, 16 Jul 2024 22:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-mens-squad-revealed-as-they-return-from-portugal/ Peter Turay led his team with a 15-point performance and took all the honours as he was crowned Hoopsfix Pro-Am MVP for the second time in three years. He averaged 13.6 points, 6.2 rebounds, 1.2 steals on 58.1% shooting from the field, leading the tournament in efficiency.
Ankd fell short against FunctionAll, despite making an unbeaten run to reach the final. Brandon Tchouya le]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/functionall-crowned-2024-hoopsfix-pro-am-champs/Tue, 16 Jul 2024 21:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/functionall-crowned-2024-hoopsfix-pro-am-champs/ Monique Esbrand (7p) sealed the victory from the charity stripe to give a decisive three-point lead to Team Diamond with only 12 seconds remaining.Georgia Gayle led the winning effort for Diamond with 17 points, picking up MVP honours averaging 18.3 points per game in their unbeaten run to the title.
Kyla Nelson led Team Emerald with 10 points and e]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/team-diamond-crowned-hoopsfix-pro-am-womens-champs/Tue, 16 Jul 2024 21:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/team-diamond-crowned-hoopsfix-pro-am-womens-champs/ Hoopsfix Pro-Am Finals – THIS SUNDAY at the Rec!! Get your tickets now, link in replies!️
3:30pm – Emerald vs Diamond (Women’s Final)
4:45pm – FunctionAll vs Ankd (Men’s Final)
All classification games start from 10:30am. pic.twitter.com/qQjA9SFH0C
— Hoopsfix (@Hoopsfix) July 12, 2024
Tickets are still available here and on the door for just £4.
Game 1 (1]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-week-5-ndash-live-streams-stats-amp-rosters/Sun, 14 Jul 2024 00:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-week-5-ndash-live-streams-stats-amp-rosters/ In the first semi-final, FunctionAll punched their ticket to the final with a big win over Solent Kestrels, 78-67, riding a Pro-Am season high 26-point performance from Toto Fagbenle.
“We knew we had to win – semi-finals,” Fagbenle said after the game. “The whole team played together, (]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/functionall-to-take-on-ankd-in-mens-hoopsfix-pro-am-final/Mon, 08 Jul 2024 16:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/functionall-to-take-on-ankd-in-mens-hoopsfix-pro-am-final/ Emerald became the first team to book their spot in the finals next week as they dispatched of Sapphire, 69-60 in the opening game of the day.Two 2024 Hoopsfix All-Star Classic alumni faced off as they made their 2024 Pro-Am debut in Elia Ando (15p, 11r) for Sapphire and Esther Kursite (14p, 5r) for Emerald.
MJ Sarkodee-Adoo led Emerald in scoring off the bench, as Chinwe Iw]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/diamond-to-face-emerald-in-womens-hoopsfix-pro-am-final/Mon, 08 Jul 2024 12:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/diamond-to-face-emerald-in-womens-hoopsfix-pro-am-final/ Tickets are still available here for just £4.
Game 1 (10:30am)
Team Emerald vs Team Sapphire
Emerald: Beth Sarson, Chinwe Iwunze, Eze Oyeyemi, Tiwa Roberts, MJ Sarkodee-Adoo, Kim Wilkes, Nuri Calderon, Charlotte Grant, Esther Kursite
Sapphire: Dasia McByrd, Dominique Davis, Anna Nevison, Freya Bayne, Izzy Wood, Jessica Beeler, Ellie Maidman, Amelia Orungbeja, Elia Ando
Live stats.
Game]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-week-4-ndash-live-streams-stats-amp-rosters/Sat, 06 Jul 2024 08:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-week-4-ndash-live-streams-stats-amp-rosters/ The GB point guard will be looking to work his way on to an NBA roster after going undrafted, in similar vein to fellow Brit Tosan Evbuomwan last season.
Ellis had 14 workouts with NBA teams, being amongst the prospects who had the most workouts, and is now set to join Portland for training camp starting July 5.
“Having had the opportunity to work out for so many NBA tea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/quinn-ellis-to-play-nba-summer-league-with-portland-trail-blazers/Tue, 02 Jul 2024 12:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/quinn-ellis-to-play-nba-summer-league-with-portland-trail-blazers/ As per usual, there are currently no broadcast deals signed in the UK, and so FIBA’s streaming platform Courtside1891 is the best bet – use the code HOOPS-20 to get a 20% discount on the price.
The tournaments will take place July 2-7 in Greece, Latvia, Spain, and Puerto Rico, with a n]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/where-amp-how-to-watch-the-fiba-oqts-in-the-uk-plus-schedule-rosters/Tue, 02 Jul 2024 10:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/where-amp-how-to-watch-the-fiba-oqts-in-the-uk-plus-schedule-rosters/ Ankd (3-0) brought in two GB internationals and took down London United (0-3) 67-61 to lock up the number 1 seed in Pool B as the only undefeated team at 3-0, Solent Kestrels (2-1) stunned TMB (1-2) 57-51 to lock up the second spot, while in Pool A, we ended up with a 3-way t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/semi-finals-set-after-week-3-of-hoopsfix-pro-am/Mon, 01 Jul 2024 13:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/semi-finals-set-after-week-3-of-hoopsfix-pro-am/ Diamond (3-0) dispatched of Sapphire (1-2) 60-39 to finish the regular season perfect and take the number one seed, while Emerald (2-1) took down Ruby (0-3) 62-46 to lock up the second seed.
The opening game of the day saw Emerald ride another strong performance from Chinwe Iwunze, as she went 5/6 from the fiel]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/seeding-complete-following-week-3-of-womens-hoopsfix-pro-am/Mon, 01 Jul 2024 10:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/seeding-complete-following-week-3-of-womens-hoopsfix-pro-am/ The women’s competition once against sees Ruby, Diamond, Emerald and Sapphire face off, while in the men’s, the eight teams are as follows:
Pool AFunctionAll (GM: Banj Abeleda)OT Boyz (GM: Ebuka Ekwegh)Surrey Scorchers (GM: Lloyd Gardner)Hoopspace (GM: Joel Ufele)
Pool BThe Minimum Brand (GM: Jake Eynon)Solent Kestrels (GM: Khalid Missouri)Ankd (GM: Travis Edwards)Londo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-ndash-week-3-live-streams-stats-amp-rosters/Fri, 28 Jun 2024 20:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-ndash-week-3-live-streams-stats-amp-rosters/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-terminates-bbl-operating-license-everything-you-need-to-know/Thu, 27 Jun 2024 20:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-terminates-bbl-operating-license-everything-you-need-to-know/ Timoney and Knights – both club representatives on the board – join former Chair Sir Rodney Walker, Charles Lord and Simon Brown,who were non-executive independent directors and left at the end of May.
It comes following the British Basketball League’s operati]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/mass-exodus-from-bbl-board-following-terminated-license/Wed, 26 Jun 2024 14:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/mass-exodus-from-bbl-board-following-terminated-license/ Bringing in London Lions duo Bradley Kaboza and Ciaran Sandy, Ankd (2-0) came from behind to get a 62-58 win over The Minimum Brand (1-1), while the other Pool B game saw Solent (1-1) welcome Isa Brandon to get a 61-46 win over London United, setting up a huge game next week between TMB and Solent with the winner advancing to the semi-finals.
Over in Pool A it g]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ankd-amp-ot-boyz-stay-perfect-in-week-2-of-hoopsfix-pro-am/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 12:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ankd-amp-ot-boyz-stay-perfect-in-week-2-of-hoopsfix-pro-am/ It was a week of blowouts, with Diamond registering a 69-49 win over Emerald, before Sapphire took down Ruby 77-49.
The opening game of the day saw Georgia Gayle make her 2024 debut, putting in a dominant performance on her way to 25 points, six rebounds, four assists and two steals, supplemented by 14 from Tyra Phelan s Diamond jumped out to a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/diamond-move-to-2-0-in-second-week-of-hoopsfix-pro-am/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 11:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/diamond-move-to-2-0-in-second-week-of-hoopsfix-pro-am/ Participants will receive NBA 3X jerseys, and the winners of the men’s and women’s 18+ category will be awarded tickets for one of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-3x-london-returns-to-clapham-common/Mon, 24 Jun 2024 14:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-3x-london-returns-to-clapham-common/ The women’s competition once against sees Ruby, Diamond, Emerald and Sapphire face off, while in the men’s, the eight teams are as follows:
Pool AFunctionAll (GM: Banj Abeleda)OT Boyz (GM: Ebuka Ekwegh)Surrey Scorchers (GM: Lloyd Gardner)Hoopspace (GM: Joel Ufele)
Pool BThe Minimum Brand (GM: Jake Eynon)Solent Kestrels (GM: Khalid Missouri)Ankd (GM: Travis Edwards)Lond]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-ndash-week-2-live-stream-stats-amp-rosters/Sun, 23 Jun 2024 06:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-ndash-week-2-live-stream-stats-amp-rosters/ Coach Kapoulas’ side will continue to compete in Europe, following a successful debut season in the ENBL, which saw the club reach the Playoff Quarter-Finals with a winning record.
“It was important for the progression of our programme to continue to play in Europe this season,” Head Coach Andreas Kapoulas commented.
“We both share the same growth ambitions, with the ENBL being a gre]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bristol-flyers-to-re-enter-enbl-for-202425-season/Fri, 21 Jun 2024 10:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bristol-flyers-to-re-enter-enbl-for-202425-season/ Gladiators will be vying for one of four remaining slots in the Regular Season, having fell at the opening stage last season against Fribourg.
“We are thrilled to be heading to Europe to compete against a string of international clubs as we fight for a slot within the Champions League tournament,” Tony McDaid, CEO]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-to-compete-in-bcl-qualifiers-once-more/Thu, 20 Jun 2024 09:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-to-compete-in-bcl-qualifiers-once-more/ The GB Senior international has spent the past five seasons at Pistoia – helping the club return to the first division in 2023 – and now makes a significant step up by heading to Venice.Visualizza questo post su InstagramUn post condiviso da Reyer Venezia (@umanareyer)
“I am very happy to arrive at Reyer and I thank them for having wanted me so much,&rdquo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/carl-wheatle-lands-move-to-eurocup-side-reyer-venezia/Wed, 19 Jun 2024 08:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/carl-wheatle-lands-move-to-eurocup-side-reyer-venezia/ Euroleague sources told Hoopsfix the decision was “based on the uncertainty surrounding the ownership of the club and the financial stability of the club.”
With the competition revealing the line ups on Monday evening, London Lions were omitted – which was also the first Lions learned of it according to people close to the organisation, h]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-confirmed-out-of-eurocup-amidst-growing-concerns-of-viability/Tue, 18 Jun 2024 15:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-confirmed-out-of-eurocup-amidst-growing-concerns-of-viability/ In Pool A, FunctionAllregistered a 59-51win over Hoopspace, while OT Boyz escaped Surrey by two, 58-56.
Ankd played spoiler to Solent Kestrels’ Pro-Am debut, registering a 64-52 win, while TMB had a strong debut with a 61-53 win over London United in Pool B play.
The day started with Gio Fraser putting his name on the map with a 19-]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ankd-amp-functionall-take-early-leads-in-week-1-of-hoopsfix-pro-am/Tue, 18 Jun 2024 10:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ankd-amp-functionall-take-early-leads-in-week-1-of-hoopsfix-pro-am/ Emerald got a 43-35 win over Sapphire to open up proceedings, using a 14-4 fourth quarter to seal the victory in a balanced scoring effort.
Chinwe Iwunze had nine points, seven rebounds, three assists and five steals for Emerald, with Kim Wilkes adding nine and Jess Davies having six points and 12 rebounds.
Sapphire were led by Helene Trailin’s 12-poi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/emerald-amp-diamond-pick-up-opening-week-wins-in-hoopsfix-pro-am/Mon, 17 Jun 2024 17:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/emerald-amp-diamond-pick-up-opening-week-wins-in-hoopsfix-pro-am/ GB – made up of Ashley Hamilton, Dwayne Lautier-Ogunleye, Evan Walshe and Hafeez Abdul, secured three wins on the last day of the qualifiers in Bucharest, Romania, with a finals win over Israel, punching their ticket to Vienna, Austria, on 22-25 August.Great Britain qualify to the #3x3Europe Cup
Vienna, Austria️ August 22-25
Congrats, @gbbasketball pic.twitter.com/utwNjHRYLD
— FIBA 3×3]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-men-advance-to-fiba-33-europe-cup-for-first-time/Mon, 17 Jun 2024 15:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-men-advance-to-fiba-33-europe-cup-for-first-time/ First reported by Draft Express’ Jon Chepkevich on Sunday evening, Ellis’ named remained in when the international player deadline passed at 5pm ET last night, meaning he will officially be amongst the pool of players to potentially be selected in the draft which is being held across two days for the first time on 26 and 27 Jun.
Quinn Ellis will keep his name in the 2024 NBA Draft, I’m told.
Received strong interest]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/quinn-ellis-keeps-name-in-2024-nba-draft/Mon, 17 Jun 2024 11:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/quinn-ellis-keeps-name-in-2024-nba-draft/ The women’s competition once against sees Ruby, Diamond, Emerald and Sapphire face off, while in the men’s, the eight teams are as follows:
Pool AFunctionAll (GM: Banj Abeleda)OT Boyz (GM: Ebuka Ekwegh)Surrey Scorchers (GM: Lloyd Gardner)Hoopspace (GM: Joel Ufele)
Pool BThe Minimum Brand (GM: Jake Eynon)Solent Kestrels (GM: Khalid Missouri)Ankd (GM: Travis Edwards)London United]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-ndash-week-1-live-streams-stats-amp-rosters/Sat, 15 Jun 2024 08:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-ndash-week-1-live-streams-stats-amp-rosters/ All the non-conflicted clubs – that is, those who are not funded by 777 Partners (everyone except London Lions, Plymouth City Patriots and Manchester Giants) – released a joint statement, with London Lions adding theirs later.
The basic statement read as follows:
Fo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-clubs-release-statement-following-bbf-revoking-license/Fri, 14 Jun 2024 23:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-clubs-release-statement-following-bbf-revoking-license/ In a short statement released to the media, the BBF cited serious financial concerns indicating the company is no longer able to carry out its duty as the operator of the league, pointing to the Basketball League Ltd entering into creditor arrangements with two of its largest creditors.
The termination is s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-terminates-british-basketball-league-operating-license/Fri, 14 Jun 2024 12:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-terminates-british-basketball-league-operating-license/ A raft of top level British talent from across the spectrum, ranging from prospects to seasoned veterans will take to the floor over the five weeks, with the men’s category including the likes of GB internationals Jordan Williams, Rob Gilchrist, Jules Dang Akodo, along with Albanian interna]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/teams-amp-rosters-set-as-hoopsfix-pro-am-returns-for-third-year/Thu, 13 Jun 2024 18:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/teams-amp-rosters-set-as-hoopsfix-pro-am-returns-for-third-year/ The 63-year-old, founder and former owner of the London Lions, has had a long-serving association with the British Basketball League, but heads overseas for the first time as a head coach.
Macaulay had a long spell in various roles with London Lions – twice winning the BBL Coach of the Year award – whilst most recently spending a season at Manchester Giants, before his]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/vince-macaulay-takes-over-as-artland-dragons-head-coach-in-germany/Wed, 12 Jun 2024 10:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/vince-macaulay-takes-over-as-artland-dragons-head-coach-in-germany/ The rookie forward contributed nine points and 12 rebounds in the Game 2 victory over Boulazac which also secured his side’s place in the top-flight for the first time in its history.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Stade Rochelais Basket (@staderochelaisbasket)
Belo – who made a GB Senior debut earlier this year – finished the 2023-24 c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jubrile-belo-completes-rookie-season-with-playoffs-title-in-france/Wed, 12 Jun 2024 10:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jubrile-belo-completes-rookie-season-with-playoffs-title-in-france/ Between 2013 and 2019, the O2 Arena hosted a regular season NBA game once a year but the international games have remained outside of the UK for the past five years and counting.
“We’ve had several years of playing games in the UK up until recently where we started playing games in France,” Tatum said during a call with international media.
“But I w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-discussing-returning-to-uk-says-deputy-commissioner/Wed, 05 Jun 2024 21:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-discussing-returning-to-uk-says-deputy-commissioner/ Aymen Kraria (Glasgow Rens), Emmanuel Ahamefule (London Elite), Jack Walton (Manchester Magic), Nathan Sherman (London Elite), and Nojus Zajankauskas (London Stars) were the five who have won an all-expenses paid trip to the Hoop Group camp in the USA from 29th-31st July.
Four of the five are in the Great Britain national team progra]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/five-selected-as-best-of-u17s-at-kings-of-the-court/Mon, 03 Jun 2024 11:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/five-selected-as-best-of-u17s-at-kings-of-the-court/ Yazmin Edwards claimed the MVP award with 14 points, six rebounds and three steals in the win at Crystal Palace with Esther Kursite providing valuable support with 14 points and eight boards.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)
Box score.
There was little to separate the two sides throughout t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/team-white-claim-victory-in-under-19-womens-game-at-hasc24/Tue, 28 May 2024 09:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/team-white-claim-victory-in-under-19-womens-game-at-hasc24/ The 5’8″ guard clutched up at the end of regulation time, scoring a buzzer-beating three to tie the ball game and send it to overtime.
The fourth Myerscough product to win men’s MVP, Lacey registered 20 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists and 3 steals and was helped by strong performances from teammates Joe Buchanan, Tim Oboh, Devontae Dacosta and Oscar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tyrese-lacey-leads-team-black-to-win-in-hasc24-under-19-mens-game/Mon, 27 May 2024 10:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tyrese-lacey-leads-team-black-to-win-in-hasc24-under-19-mens-game/ Udeh – from London Lions’ academy – cruised past the first round with a score of 62 over two dunks, compared to other competitors Ben Csernak and Edward Onyia who both scored 52.
This led to a tie-break between the two for a spot in the final alongside Udeh, which Onyia won by the deciding factor of crowd noise with a reverse slam.
In the final, Ud]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/remy-udeh-crowned-hasc24-dunk-contest-champion/Sun, 26 May 2024 18:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/remy-udeh-crowned-hasc24-dunk-contest-champion/ The Bella Vista prep school guard beat last year’s champion William Issekya on the buzzer in the final round to finish with a winning score of 12.
Issekya only just advanced to the final itself, also on the buzzer, as his score of 13 was enough for second place in the first round in front of Liv Forster’s 12 and behind Strickland’s 14.
Six contestants]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/grace-strickland-wins-hasc24-three-point-shootout/Sun, 26 May 2024 14:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/grace-strickland-wins-hasc24-three-point-shootout/ For those of you not able to attend this year, there are plenty of ways to still follow #HASC24 – the official hashtag of the event – with Sunday’s showcase once again streamed live on YouTube.
Here’s the full run down of the day:
3-Point Shootout – 1pmUnder-19 Women’s game – 1:30pmLive stats.
Dunk Contest – 3:30pmUnd]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/how-to-follow-the-2024-hoopsfix-all-star-classic-hasc24/Sat, 25 May 2024 11:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/how-to-follow-the-2024-hoopsfix-all-star-classic-hasc24/ Remy Udeh, Edward Onyia and Ben Csernak will battle it out at the Crystal Palace National Sports Centre on Sunday 26th May, as they look to put on a show for the crowd.
Each participant will have two scoring dunks in the first round with the top two going through to the final, where they will have two more dunks to add]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/participants-confirmed-for-hasc24-dunk-contest/Fri, 24 May 2024 11:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/participants-confirmed-for-hasc24-dunk-contest/ Liv Forster, Alix McIntosh and Grace Strickland are the representatives from the Under-19 Women’s game with Khyle Capanzana, Joe Buchanan and the 2023 champion William Issekya completing the lineup from the Under-19 Men’s game.
The format remains the same from previous years as each contestant has one minute on the clock in the first round with six points available in each of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/3-point-shootout-participants-confirmed-for-hasc24/Thu, 23 May 2024 12:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/3-point-shootout-participants-confirmed-for-hasc24/ Tickets are still available for this Sunday’s edition – click here now to buy!
No two stories have been the same, varying from a British basketball history maker, next season’s highest-paid NCAA recruit worth $2 million to an Oxford University wiz.
All left their mark on the Hoopsfix All-Star Classic.
2014: Jelani Watson-Gayle and Matthew Bryan-Ama]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/where-are-the-hoopsfix-all-star-classic-mvps-now/Thu, 23 May 2024 10:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/where-are-the-hoopsfix-all-star-classic-mvps-now/ Dubbed the ‘Subway Summer Slam’ following on from their partnership agreement with sandwich maker Subway, GB Men will take on South Sudan on Thursday 18th July at 7:30pm and the GB Women will play Germany on Sunday 21st July at 3pm.The Subway Summer Slam is coming soon! Tickets go on sale on 23 May! ️
W]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-coin-gb-games-subway-summer-slam-at-copper-box/Tue, 21 May 2024 17:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-coin-gb-games-subway-summer-slam-at-copper-box/ 777 – who own a 45% stake in the league, along with the London Lions, while also helping to fund the league-owned Manchester Giants and Plymouth City Patriots – have come under increased scrutiny in recent months, following alleged unscrupulous business practices reported by Josimar, before London asset manager L]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-engages-with-new-investors-amidst-777-controversy/Tue, 21 May 2024 17:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-engages-with-new-investors-amidst-777-controversy/ The Hoopsfix All-Star Classic 2023 took place at Crystal Palace National Sports Centre in South London.
Tickets are still available for the 2024 edition, which can be bought here.
The post Behind the scenes of the 2023 Hoopsfix All-Star Classic appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/behind-the-scenes-of-the-2023-hoopsfix-all-star-classic/Tue, 21 May 2024 12:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/behind-the-scenes-of-the-2023-hoopsfix-all-star-classic/ Matt Morgan dribbled out the clock before driving and kicking to Dekker in the corner who swished the triple to give the Lions the lead,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sam-dekker-game-winner-seals-back-to-back-playoff-titles-for-london/Sun, 19 May 2024 22:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sam-dekker-game-winner-seals-back-to-back-playoff-titles-for-london/ Coach Stella Kaltsidou’s side completed an unbeaten season, winning all 20 regular season games, the WBBL Trophy and a EuroCup title.
Abby Meyers was named MVP with a Playoff Final record 31-point performance, scoring 21 of her points in the first half as the Sixth Player of the Year also broke the record for most three-pointers in a Playo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-win-historic-fourth-consecutive-wbbl-playoff-title/Sun, 19 May 2024 16:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-win-historic-fourth-consecutive-wbbl-playoff-title/ Live stats.
The post LIVE STREAM: London Lions vs Cheshire Phoenix – BBL Playoff Final (4:15pm) appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-london-lions-vs-cheshire-phoenix-bbl-playoff-final-415pm/Sun, 19 May 2024 14:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-london-lions-vs-cheshire-phoenix-bbl-playoff-final-415pm/ Live stats.
The post LIVE STREAM: London Lions vs Newcastle Eaglles – WBBL Playoff Final (1:15pm) appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-london-lions-vs-newcastle-eaglles-wbbl-playoff-final-115pm/Sun, 19 May 2024 14:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-london-lions-vs-newcastle-eaglles-wbbl-playoff-final-115pm/ The GB captain finished the unbeaten league campaign for London Lions with averages of 12.8 points and 6.1 rebounds on 72% shooting in only 16.9 minutes per game.
“League Team of the Year, British Team of the Year, Defensive Team of the Year and MVP all in one season? It is such an honour to be recognised by coaches an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/temi-fagbenle-leads-wbbl-awards-as-2023-24-mvp/Fri, 17 May 2024 11:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/temi-fagbenle-leads-wbbl-awards-as-2023-24-mvp/ The London Lions star helped his side to the regular season title with averages of 19.2 points per game along with 2.9 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 1.2 steals in 30 league appearances.
“It is truly an honour to be receiving this award,” Morgan said via release. “To be named the MVP in such a talented league is an amazing accomplis]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/matt-morgan-lands-bbl-mvp-in-2023-24-season-awards/Fri, 17 May 2024 11:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/matt-morgan-lands-bbl-mvp-in-2023-24-season-awards/ The deal will see Subway becoming the first major commercial sponsor the programme has seen since the 2012 Olympics, in a deal that includes cash, multiple sources have told Hoopsfix.
The programme will see Subway supporting three growing and diverse sports through its “Fresh Moves” initiative, with Breaking GB and Skateboard GB joining G]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-announces-subway-as-new-major-partner-for-gb/Thu, 16 May 2024 23:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-announces-subway-as-new-major-partner-for-gb/ The game is a repeat of the BBL trophy final in which Cheshire shocked London to come out 98-82 victors, behind Rai’s double-double of 16 points and 11 boards.
London cruised to the BBL Championship honours with a 33-3 regular season record and also managed to go further in Europe than any men]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/aaryn-rai-talks-bbl-playoff-final-being-underdogs-and-winning-culture/Thu, 16 May 2024 16:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/aaryn-rai-talks-bbl-playoff-final-being-underdogs-and-winning-culture/ Matt Pitkin and Lee Davie will go head-to-head in the Under-19 Women’s game, while Andre Lockhart and Adam Davies will face off in the Under-19 Men’s game, with both contests taking place at Crystal Palace National Sports Centre on Sunday 26th May (tickets still remaining, buy now!).
Pitkin (previously Harber) joins the sidelines after a standout season with the London]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/coaching-staff-revealed-for-2024-hoopsfix-all-star-classic/Thu, 16 May 2024 11:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/coaching-staff-revealed-for-2024-hoopsfix-all-star-classic/ The 6’8″ power forward – who spent last season at US prep school Star Athletes Academy – fills the absence of Myles Hosten on Team Black (full rosters, here), and will take to the court at Crystal Palace on Sunday 26th May.
Blessed with the opportunity to play in the @Hoopsfix all star classic! pic.twitter.com/BdSpuOTPmi
&mdash]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tyreese-perry-huggins-added-as-replacement-at-hasc24/Wed, 15 May 2024 12:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tyreese-perry-huggins-added-as-replacement-at-hasc24/ Considered the top available player in the transfer portal the 6’8″ Spanish-born, British raised prospect follows his coach Danny Sprinkle from Utah State to the Huskies, having also started his college career with him at Montana State.
The $2 million in NIL deals is the biggest reported valuation]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/great-osobor-transfers-to-washington-with-record-nil-deals/Tue, 14 May 2024 18:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/great-osobor-transfers-to-washington-with-record-nil-deals/ Taking place on Saturday May 25th at Crystal Palace, there will be 10 leading practitioners in their field leading sessions that are taking place on court and in the classroom – buy your tickets now!
By buying a ticket to a particular topic – you are expected to attend the two se]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-all-star-classic-basketball-development-conference-announced/Mon, 13 May 2024 21:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-all-star-classic-basketball-development-conference-announced/ Launched in March 2023 in central London with the Allen Iverson and the Mayor of London on hand, the £1.1million investment (£500,000 from City Hall, and £600,000 from the NBA) aims to train 500 new community coaches aged 16-30, through until 2025 (sign up here!).
And perhaps most impressively, it’s completely f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-coaches-program-opens-for-third-cohort/Mon, 13 May 2024 14:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-coaches-program-opens-for-third-cohort/ The two teams previously met in the BBL Trophy final in January when the Phoenix caused an upset to lift the silverware in Birmingham.
Ben Thomas’ side claimed a 2-0 series victory over Sheffield Sharks in the semi-finals as they backed up a narrow 89-83 home victory in Game 1 to win big on the road as a 73-92 success sealed their first trip to the p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cheshire-london-to-meet-again-in-2024-bbl-playoffs-final/Mon, 13 May 2024 09:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cheshire-london-to-meet-again-in-2024-bbl-playoffs-final/ The six seeds defeated league runners-up Caledonia Gladiators 58-60 in overtime on the road, on Sunday, to back up victory over third-placed Sheffield Hatters to reach the post-season finale for a third time – winning the title in 2016.
Jada Dapaa led the way with 21 points and 11 rebounds having returned from injury for the playoffs,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/newcastle-pull-off-upsets-to-set-london-showdown-in-2024-wbbl-playoffs-final/Mon, 13 May 2024 08:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/newcastle-pull-off-upsets-to-set-london-showdown-in-2024-wbbl-playoffs-final/ Featuring a men and women’s all-star games, along with a 3-point contest and dunk contest, it is a showcase of the top NBL talent this season.
Rosters are as follows:
TEAM CAMPBELL#0 Ronald Blain, Bradford Dragons#1 Victor Olarerin, Essex Rebels#3 Hafeez Abdul, Worthing Thunder#5 Johde Campbell (c), Nottingham Hoods#6 Juan Manning, Barking Abbey#7 Sam Akano, Barking Abbey#14 Zack Powe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/rebound-all-stars-returns-for-third-year/Sun, 12 May 2024 11:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/rebound-all-stars-returns-for-third-year/ The rosters feature a number of Great Britain youth internationals – including nine of last summer’s GB U18s roster – while CoLA have a record seven representatives off the back of winning further titles at junior and senior level to continue their dominance.
The fourth edition of the U19 game at #HASC24 once again takes place at]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/under-19-womens-rosters-confirmed-for-hasc24/Thu, 09 May 2024 20:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/under-19-womens-rosters-confirmed-for-hasc24/ 24 of the top prospects in British basketball have been selected in the 10th year of the showcase with a number of players returning to the UK for the event, as well as several Great Britain youth internationals featured.
The Under-19 Men’s game at #HASC24 once again takes place at the Crystal Palace National Sports Centre, on Sunday 26th May (get your tickets here).
You can also fi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/under-19-mens-rosters-announced-for-hasc24/Thu, 09 May 2024 20:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/under-19-mens-rosters-announced-for-hasc24/ The 2022/2023 Basketball England Men’s National Player of the Year, ended his Europ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/olasenis-unselfish-dominance-sparking-the-london-lions-roar/Thu, 09 May 2024 10:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/olasenis-unselfish-dominance-sparking-the-london-lions-roar/ The G-League Elite Camp is a two-day event held in Chicago before the Draft Combine, providing an opportunity for prospects like Ellis to get in front of NBA decision-makers through competitive games and drills.NBA teams vote for 75 players they’d like to see invited to the Draft Combine; the 78 playe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/quinn-ellis-earns-invite-to-nba-g-league-elite-camp/Thu, 09 May 2024 09:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/quinn-ellis-earns-invite-to-nba-g-league-elite-camp/ Mojan Malek had 32 points and 15 rebounds, Anya Williams had 18 and 18 but it was Aleala Daniel who picked up MVP after scoring 8 of her 16 points in the final five minutes.
Alyssia Felton led Breakers with 16 points.
Box score.
The post Manchester Mystics defeat MK for U14 girls title appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-mystics-defeat-mk-for-u14-girls-title/Sun, 05 May 2024 20:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-mystics-defeat-mk-for-u14-girls-title/ Tim Oboh picked up MVP honours after a dominant weekend finishing with 28 points and 23 rebounds on 12/19 shooting, having had a 30-point, 23-rebound semi-final performance.Ludlow Hewson with 23 points, nine rebounds and five assists and Shem Onadeko had 19 points and six assists.
Junior Cesar-Sanchez Fa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/canterbury-academy-crusaders-wins-maiden-u18-mens-title/Sun, 05 May 2024 20:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/canterbury-academy-crusaders-wins-maiden-u18-mens-title/ In campaign dubbed ‘the final crusade’ after Basketball England’s controversial Diploma in Sporting Excellence (DiSE) re-tender that saw Canterbury – one of the founding members of the Elite Academy Basketball League (EABL) – unsuccessful in their application to remain in th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/canterbury-academy-crusaders-win-maiden-u18-mens-title-with-final-crusade/Sun, 05 May 2024 20:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/canterbury-academy-crusaders-win-maiden-u18-mens-title-with-final-crusade/ Elite went a perfect 22-0 throughout the regular season before a successful playoff run was capped with a commanding win over Magic.
Trading baskets and evenly matched through the majority of the first half, Elite began to pull away in the second half thanks to the considerable output of MVP Leo Bowman who finished with 34 points and 11 rebounds, alongs]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-elite-finish-perfect-to-claim-u14-boys-title/Sun, 05 May 2024 20:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-elite-finish-perfect-to-claim-u14-boys-title/ In a match up of the U18 Women’s Cup Final from January where CoLA also took victory, Felicia Jacobs had 11 points and 14 rebounds in just 19 minutes, but it was Adaora Dioramma who picked up MVP with 11 points and 13 rebounds in just under 21 minutes as CoLA set the tone by holding Manchester to just five points th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cola-southwark-pride-take-u18-womens-playoff-title/Sun, 05 May 2024 18:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cola-southwark-pride-take-u18-womens-playoff-title/ In a re-match of the U18 Women’s Cup Final from January where CoLA also took victory, Felicia Jacobs had 11 points and 14 rebounds in just 19 minutes, but it was Adaora Dioramma who picked up MVP with 11 points and 13 rebounds in just under 21 minutes as CoLA set the tone by holding Manchester to just five points th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cola-southwark-pride-continue-dominance-with-u18-womens-playoff-title/Sun, 05 May 2024 18:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cola-southwark-pride-continue-dominance-with-u18-womens-playoff-title/ Demi Babalola picked up his a Finals MVP to add to his Cup Finals MVP, finishing with 19 points, 15 rebounds, six assists, three steals and four blocks, as the Magic won their second under-16 boys playoff title in the last three years.
Manchester reeled off a 30-13 final quarter that included five three pointers to erase any chance of a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-magic-add-u16-boys-playoff-title-to-cup-victory/Sun, 05 May 2024 15:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-magic-add-u16-boys-playoff-title-to-cup-victory/ Jovy Chan had 22 points on 9 of 14 shooting to aid Breakers, as they overcame a 29-point outing from Knights risin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/milton-keynes-avenge-cup-with-u16-girls-playoff-title-over-richmond/Sun, 05 May 2024 13:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/milton-keynes-avenge-cup-with-u16-girls-playoff-title-over-richmond/ Box score.
The post LIVE STREAM: London United vs Canterbury Academy Crusaders – U18 Men Playoff Final (4:45pm) appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-london-united-vs-canterbury-academy-crusaders-u18-men-playoff-final-445pm/Sun, 05 May 2024 11:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-london-united-vs-canterbury-academy-crusaders-u18-men-playoff-final-445pm/ Live stats.
The post LIVE STREAM: Manchester Mystics vs CoLA Southwark Pride – U18 Women Playoff Final (2:30pm) appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-manchester-mystics-vs-cola-southwark-pride-u18-women-playoff-final-230pm/Sun, 05 May 2024 11:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-manchester-mystics-vs-cola-southwark-pride-u18-women-playoff-final-230pm/ Live stats.
The post LIVE STREAM: Manchester Magic v Newham Youngbloods – U16 Boys Playoff Final (12:15pm) appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-manchester-magic-v-newham-youngbloods-u16-boys-playoff-final-1215pm/Sun, 05 May 2024 11:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-manchester-magic-v-newham-youngbloods-u16-boys-playoff-final-1215pm/ Live stats.
The post LIVE STREAM: MK Breakers v Richmond Knights – U16 Girls Playoff Final (10am) appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-mk-breakers-v-richmond-knights-u16-girls-playoff-final-10am/Sun, 05 May 2024 10:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-mk-breakers-v-richmond-knights-u16-girls-playoff-final-10am/ The five week summer league will bring together the best of British basketball at the mecca of London basketball in the Rec, the home of the Brixton Topcats.
Targeted at elite level players, some of whom are rarely play in organised competition in the UK, it has seen numerous GB Senior internationals take]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-to-return-for-third-year/Fri, 03 May 2024 20:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-to-return-for-third-year/ The official awards are voted on by the coaches around the league, and usually announced in the lead-up to the playoffs final.
All-First Team
Janika Griffith-Wallace – the record breaker. The Canadian guard scorched Manchester with a WBBL single-game high of 50 points – including 10 made threes – and finished as the league’s leading scorer with]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-awards-who-stood-out-in-the-2023-24-wbbl-season/Fri, 03 May 2024 18:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-awards-who-stood-out-in-the-2023-24-wbbl-season/ Elijah Maynard’s three-point attempt to force overtime rimmed out as the buzzer sounded and the Hemel celebrations started as they claimed a second straight playoff victory, coming from behind after trailing by as many as nine.
Sam Newman was named MVP, finishing with 18 points, five rebounds, eight assists and five steals, Taylor Johnson finished with 26 poin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hemel-storm-defend-nbl-d1-playoff-title-in-thriller/Sun, 28 Apr 2024 20:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hemel-storm-defend-nbl-d1-playoff-title-in-thriller/ It is yet another chapter of youthful dominance for the CoLA side, who continue to win titles at senior level despite being a roster of teenagers, bar one, having built a fierce rivalry with their Ipswich counterparts.
.@CoLABasketball win the @NBLengland D1 playoff title with a 72-56 win over Ipswich in the final!
Felicia Jacobs named MVP with 12 points, 13 rebou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cola-claim-wnbl-d1-playoff-title-with-dominant-finals-performance/Sun, 28 Apr 2024 16:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cola-claim-wnbl-d1-playoff-title-with-dominant-finals-performance/ Follow the live stats.These teams have met a number of times across multiple competitions in recent years, with contests never failing to captivate the attention for one reason or another.With a youthful slant to both their rosters, the contest will invol]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-ipswich-vs-cola-d1-womens-final-1pm/Sun, 28 Apr 2024 11:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-ipswich-vs-cola-d1-womens-final-1pm/ Jordan Spencer completed his NBL Division 2 Player of the Year season with a Finals MVP after finishing with 26 points, 11 rebounds, 11 assists and five steals, as the Breakers will now look ahead to Division 1 promotion next season after working their way up from Division 3 in consecutive seasons since the inception of the men’]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/milton-keynes-secure-nbl-division-2-playoff-title-over-solent/Sat, 27 Apr 2024 21:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/milton-keynes-secure-nbl-division-2-playoff-title-over-solent/ It marked the 48th consecutive win in the NBL for Hatters, dating back to 2022, as the group of former pros and GB internationals continue to make their mark in the lower divisions.
Steph Gandy was named MVP with 24 points, seven rebounds, three assists and three steals on 9/12 shooting, while Sarah Cooney had 25 points and Lisa Riches had 11 reboun]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sheffield-hatters-streak-continues-for-third-straight-wnbl-d2-title/Sat, 27 Apr 2024 19:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sheffield-hatters-streak-continues-for-third-straight-wnbl-d2-title/ Going 18-0 through the regular season and 22-0 including the playoffs, they’ve steamrolled through the season, winning games by more than 30 points on average, adding a 23-point victory in the final.
DJ Wol picked up MVP honours with 23 points, nine rebounds, and three assists, preventing Barnet Bulldogs from]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/essex-rebels-ii-take-nbl-division-3-playoff-crown/Sat, 27 Apr 2024 16:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/essex-rebels-ii-take-nbl-division-3-playoff-crown/ Follow live stats.Both teams bring a winning pedigree with them to the NBPC, with Essex sporting a perfect 18-0 as East conference winners, whilst Barnet went 19-1 across a strong South conference schedule to beat second-place Oxford Hoops by six points.The Rebels points difference of 540 (+30ppg) and the Bulldogs’ 592 (+29.6PPG) both indicate how strong th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-essex-rebels-ii-v-barnet-bulldogs-d3-playoff-final-1pm/Sat, 27 Apr 2024 13:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-essex-rebels-ii-v-barnet-bulldogs-d3-playoff-final-1pm/ The news slowly spreading around the room involved British breakthrough talent Tosan Evbuomwan, who had reached the limit of playable games under his two-way contract with the Pistons. With nothing but pride left to play for, Detroit sat the Newcastle native for the remainder of the season, rather than committing further.
After going un]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-im-by-no-means-done/Mon, 22 Apr 2024 11:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-im-by-no-means-done/ The recent European champions are just one result away from another league triumph going into the penultimate weekend of the regular season.
The title countdown:
London Lions can clinch the title with victory against Sheffield Hatters (14-4) on Sunday after winning three games in four days to move to 17-0. If they were to suffer]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wbbl-run-in-30-lions-close-on-title-two-spots-left-in-playoffs/Fri, 19 Apr 2024 20:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wbbl-run-in-30-lions-close-on-title-two-spots-left-in-playoffs/ The All-Star game, a new addition this season in replacement of the Cup competition]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/our-ambitions-are-way-bigger-aaron-radin-talks-league-growth-at-bbl-all-star/Thu, 18 Apr 2024 12:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/our-ambitions-are-way-bigger-aaron-radin-talks-league-growth-at-bbl-all-star/ The 12-man squad – led by LeBron James, Kevin Durant and Steph Curry – will have two showcase fixtures at London’s O2 Arena against South Sudan on July 20 and Germany on July 22, while the USA women face Germany on July 23.
Joining the trio will be Bam Adebayo (Miami Heat), Devin Booker (Phoenix]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/usa-basketball-announce-star-studded-london-bound-olympic-squad/Thu, 18 Apr 2024 10:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/usa-basketball-announce-star-studded-london-bound-olympic-squad/ The inaugural events, being held from August 19 to 25, 2024, will take place in Mexico City and Kigali, with GB being one of 16 teams vying for a spot in the World Cup Qualifying Tournaments slated for March 2026.GBannounced as one of 16 teams to compete in the @FIBAWWC 2026 pre-qualifying tournaments in either Mexico or Rwan]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-women-to-compete-in-world-cup-pre-qualifiers/Thu, 18 Apr 2024 08:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-women-to-compete-in-world-cup-pre-qualifiers/ The new flagship store, located at 267-269 Oxford Street opened on Friday April 12. The three-floor, nearly 9,000 square foot interactive retail and community]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-store-in-london-relocates-to-oxford-street/Sat, 13 Apr 2024 11:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-store-in-london-relocates-to-oxford-street/ London are closing in on another league title in the midst of their historic European title, while there are still three places up for grabs in the race for the playoffs.
Here’s the latest outlook for each of the 11 teams:
[Q] 1: Caledonia Gladiators (15-2)
The Gladiators may occupy top spot, but any hopes of winning the title were all but squashed in a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wbbl-run-in-20-giants-palatinates-still-alive-in-playoffs-race/Fri, 12 Apr 2024 23:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wbbl-run-in-20-giants-palatinates-still-alive-in-playoffs-race/ 15 wins out of 16 in just their third EuroCup campaign. This is the team that pulled off an incredible achievement in British history and secured legendary status:
#44 Karlie Samuelson

Let’s start with the Finals MVP. It’s no exaggeration to say that Karlie is one of the deadliest shooters in world basketball. The smoothest shooting motion was on full display in the Finals, spri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ingrained-in-history-the-london-lions-european-title-winners/Fri, 12 Apr 2024 10:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ingrained-in-history-the-london-lions-european-title-winners/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-final-dance-a-european-title-before-the-curtain-falls/Thu, 11 Apr 2024 15:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-final-dance-a-european-title-before-the-curtain-falls/ The games, likely to be at the Copper Box Arena a source told Hoopsfix, will see the men take on South Sudan on Thursday July 18 and women face Germany on Sunday July 21.
They come as a result of USA basketball being in London to prep for the Olympics, with the men taking on Sou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-men-amp-women-to-play-south-sudan-amp-germany/Thu, 11 Apr 2024 10:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-men-amp-women-to-play-south-sudan-amp-germany/ “USA Basketball is looking forward to adding our women’s national team to the USA]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/usa-women-to-take-on-germany-in-london/Thu, 11 Apr 2024 10:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/usa-women-to-take-on-germany-in-london/ The sharpshooter contributed 19 points on 7-of-10 shooting in the second leg 81-70 triumph over Besiktas as the British side overturned a seven-point deficit.
Samuelson overcame a tough start to the Finals to finish with 16 points in the first leg defeat – with all of those points coming in the second half, including during a pivotal 12-0 run after London had trailed by 18 points.
Despite wi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/karlie-samuelson-lands-eurocup-finals-mvp-award/Thu, 11 Apr 2024 08:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/karlie-samuelson-lands-eurocup-finals-mvp-award/ Holly Winterburn hit the huge three inside the final 20 seconds to help secure an unbelievable achievement with jubilant scenes at the buzzer at the Copper Box Arena, on Wednesday evening.
“Crazy,” Winterburn said.“Basketball is a game of runs, they made some big shots at the end and we had to lock in. But we earned this, we deserve th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-capture-eurocup-title-with-finals-comeback-triumph/Wed, 10 Apr 2024 22:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-capture-eurocup-title-with-finals-comeback-triumph/ After 14 consecutive victories in the competition, the Lions dropped the first leg 75-68 last Wednesday, but are back in familiar territory with the second leg taking place at the Copper Box with a 7pm tip.View this post on InstagramA post shared by London Lions (@londonlionsw)
London pride
Down, but not out. That’s the key theme]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-london-lions-go-for-eurocup-glory-in-finals-second-leg/Wed, 10 Apr 2024 08:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-london-lions-go-for-eurocup-glory-in-finals-second-leg/ The collaboration also features select games from the WNBA Playoffs, WNBA Finals and the WNBA All-Star Game. OFFICIAL: TNT Sports is now the premi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wnba-amp-tnt-announce-multi-year-agreement-to-broadcast-live-games-in-uk/Tue, 09 Apr 2024 11:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wnba-amp-tnt-announce-multi-year-agreement-to-broadcast-live-games-in-uk/ Over the past seven years, Breakers have gone from 40 kids to over a 1000, while adding a Senior National League side that has got promoted every year and will be in Division 1 next season.
Not only that, but they’ve built a large fan base – with over 400 travelling to the National Cup Finals in January – and a thriving business, s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/how-the-milton-keynes-breakers-took-the-nbl-by-storm-ndash-with-pete-taylor-amp-josh-merrington-ndash-ep-116/Sun, 07 Apr 2024 15:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/how-the-milton-keynes-breakers-took-the-nbl-by-storm-ndash-with-pete-taylor-amp-josh-merrington-ndash-ep-116/ Stella Kaltsidou’s side will need to overturn a seven-point deficit in London next week if they are to be crowned champions – but it could have been worse having trailed by as many as 18 points.
Box score.
London missed their opening four shots in front of over 3,000 passionate supporters at the Besiktas Akatlar Arena before Kat Snytsina settled any possible]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-stay-alive-in-eurocup-finals-despite-suffering-first-loss/Wed, 03 Apr 2024 22:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-stay-alive-in-eurocup-finals-despite-suffering-first-loss/ The EuroCup Finals begin in Istanbul on Wednesday evening before the return leg takes place at the Copper Box the following week, with London also in contention to match the best-ever season in the competition’s history.
“We’re looking to win the whole thing, you know,” said Temi Fagbenle. “That’s been the goal since we lost the EuroLe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-ready-for-eurocup-finals-were-looking-to-win-the-whole-thing/Tue, 02 Apr 2024 21:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-ready-for-eurocup-finals-were-looking-to-win-the-whole-thing/ Re-wind 13 months and the start of the reign in the capital would begin with the end of London Lions’ record-breaking domestic win streak. And now, a historic European Finals tie is on the horizon off the back of yet more silverware accrued in the WBBL in Birmingham at the start of 2024.View this post on InstagramA post shared by London Lions (@londonlions]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/stella-kaltsidou-leading-london-into-uncharted-territory/Mon, 01 Apr 2024 13:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/stella-kaltsidou-leading-london-into-uncharted-territory/ The Paris victory sealed a 2-0 sweep of their best-of-three semifinal series following the London Lions’ Game one defeat in France.
London head coach Petar Bozic praised his team for a gritty performance which encapsulated a fine season in the EuroCup, as the Lions became the first British team to reach the last four i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/paris-end-london-lions-historical-eurocup-campaign/Fri, 29 Mar 2024 23:10:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/paris-end-london-lions-historical-eurocup-campaign/ Oscar Curran picked up MVP, finishing with nine points, five rebounds 10 assists, and four steals, meanwhile Lewis Malcolm had a 15-point, 11-rebound double-double, Lewis Gleason had 14 and Edward Oniya had seven points, 10 rebounds, four assists a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/charnwood-hold-off-cola-to-take-eabl-title/Wed, 27 Mar 2024 21:48:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/charnwood-hold-off-cola-to-take-eabl-title/ CoLA took down rivals Copleston 89-84 in a game that went down to the wire. Ayla Habbal was named MVP after coming up clutch down the stretch to finish with 17 points and seven assists.
Felicia Jacobs continued her dominance inside with a 16-point, 16-rebound double double, as CoLA saw five players reach double figures,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cola-win-fourth-consecutive-weabl-title/Wed, 27 Mar 2024 17:32:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cola-win-fourth-consecutive-weabl-title/ They finished a 15-0 season after using a 16-8 third quarter to gain a cushion and fend off MK5D’s late comeback attempts.
Regular season Group C MVP Devontae Da Costa (10 points, 13 rebounds, 5 blocks) had a strong outing but it was team mate Tyresse Poku-Mensah who would secure Finals MVP honours, filling the stat sheet to t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/st-aloysius-complete-undefeated-season-with-cbl-title/Wed, 27 Mar 2024 15:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/st-aloysius-complete-undefeated-season-with-cbl-title/ For the Londoners, 2023/24 marks their first trip to the EABL Final, going one step further than their last and only journey to the Final Fours back in 2015/16.
Their 10-2 regular-season record involved a tight race with both defending champs Barking Abbey and The Canterbury Academy, with coach Jay Williams&rsqu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-charnwood-vs-cola-eabl-final-5pm/Wed, 27 Mar 2024 10:17:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-charnwood-vs-cola-eabl-final-5pm/ The Suffolk outfit got the better of their rivals in both games during the regular season to finish a perfect 10-0.Their post-season run has been a straightforward one, knocking off a pair of South Conference rivals in the form of JMA Reading Rockets 78-38 then Oaklands Wolves 104-4]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-cola-vs-copleston-weabl-final-2pm/Wed, 27 Mar 2024 10:11:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-cola-vs-copleston-weabl-final-2pm/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-st-aloysius-v-mk5d-shenley-brook-high-school-cbl-final-1130am/Wed, 27 Mar 2024 10:08:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-st-aloysius-v-mk5d-shenley-brook-high-school-cbl-final-1130am/ Paris take a convincing 1-0 lead in the best-of-three series, with a game 3 only being played if necessary.EuroCup MVP candidate TJ Shorts was unstoppable, finishing with 23 points on 9 of 11 two-point shooting, six rebounds, seven assists and three steals.
The third quarter of the game was decisive as the Lions were held to just eight points while concedi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-suffer-game-1-blow-in-eurocup-semi-finals-against-paris/Wed, 27 Mar 2024 09:53:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-suffer-game-1-blow-in-eurocup-semi-finals-against-paris/ The 18-year-old signed for Surrey last month following an unhappy spell in Lithuania with Rytas Vilnius II, and though he is suiting up for the Scorchers, is also eligible to play for affiliate club Cobham Cobras in NBL Division 3.
Nedas is cherishing his start in the pro league.“I’ve alway]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nedas-cholevinskas-taking-next-steps-with-first-bbl-points/Tue, 26 Mar 2024 13:47:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nedas-cholevinskas-taking-next-steps-with-first-bbl-points/ Discounted early bird tickets are now on sale as the showcase of the top junior talent in British basketball sets to sell out Crystal Palace for the third consecutive year.
Jordan Brand are the headline partner once again, along with support from Molten, 5or6 and Sportserve.
Two Under-19 games are on the schedul]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-all-star-classic-set-for-10th-anniversary-hasc24/Mon, 25 Mar 2024 21:29:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-all-star-classic-set-for-10th-anniversary-hasc24/ The Spaniard replaces compatriot Chema Buceta at the helm of GB and becomes the first female head coach of the programme since 2006.
Montanana had an impressive playing career that included a stint in the WNBA with Minnesota Lynx, before moving into coaching upon retirement in 2015.
As well as coaching at the highest level in Spain with men and women, Montanana has been part of mul]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/anna-montanana-appointed-as-new-head-coach-of-gb-senior-women/Thu, 21 Mar 2024 13:44:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/anna-montanana-appointed-as-new-head-coach-of-gb-senior-women/ The American finished with 34 points, 25 rebounds and eight assists in an incredible display as Durham avenged their overtime loss from the 2022 final.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)
Katie Bennett added 17 points and 11 assists with five steals, while Sophie Klassen also had 17 points as the WBBL trio all put in full 40-minute perform]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hendershot-leads-durham-to-bucs-championship-win-over-essex/Wed, 20 Mar 2024 22:37:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hendershot-leads-durham-to-bucs-championship-win-over-essex/ Blake Bowman picked up MVP with a 23-point, 17-rebound effort as Loughborough fought from behind in the fourth to win in a thriller. Sam Akano’s 15-footer to force overtime bounced off the back of the rim as time expired and the celebrations began.
“That one was for the leavers,&rdquo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/loughborough-defend-bucs-title-with-win-over-uel/Wed, 20 Mar 2024 20:44:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/loughborough-defend-bucs-title-with-win-over-uel/ With defending champs Loughborough out, Essex will look to go a step further than last year when they lost in the final.Live stats.
The post LIVE STREAM: BUCS Women’s Final – Durham vs Essex (6:45pm) appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-bucs-womens-final-durham-vs-essex-645pm/Wed, 20 Mar 2024 16:25:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-bucs-womens-final-durham-vs-essex-645pm/ Live stats.
The post LIVE STREAM: BUCS Men’s Final – UEL vs Loughborough (4:15pm) appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-bucs-mens-final-uel-vs-loughborough-415pm/Wed, 20 Mar 2024 15:51:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-bucs-mens-final-uel-vs-loughborough-415pm/ There are two Brits involved in the 2024 Men’s NCAA Tournament, with another connection through Northern Irish born (UK) – Charleston’s CJ Fulton, who was born and raised in Belfast, and represents Ireland on the international stage (him and Charleston face Alabama on Friday, 22:35 GMT). You can also find the Brits involved in the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/march-madness-brits-in-the-2024-mens-ncaa-tournament/Wed, 20 Mar 2024 13:16:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/march-madness-brits-in-the-2024-mens-ncaa-tournament/ Trophy winners London are the frontrunners in the title race, but Caledonia and Leicester are still very much in the mix, while four teams are separated by one win at the bottom in the race for the playoffs.
Here’s a look through each of the 11 teams as we head into the final stretch:
[Q] 1: London Lions (12-0)
The Lions remain]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wbbl-run-in-10-regular-season-hits-final-stretch-after-all-star-break/Wed, 20 Mar 2024 10:55:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wbbl-run-in-10-regular-season-hits-final-stretch-after-all-star-break/ Here’s a closer look at the quartet of Brits in the Big Dance:
Hannah Jump – Stanford [2]Saturday, 23rd March vs Norfolk State [15] – 2am (UK time) – Stanford, California
Jump – and Stanford – are of course back for another appearance, but this time as the 2-seeds in the Portland Regional 4. The 2021 champions will host]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/march-madness-brits-in-the-2024-womens-ncaa-basketball-tournament/Tue, 19 Mar 2024 13:32:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/march-madness-brits-in-the-2024-womens-ncaa-basketball-tournament/ Teddy ‘Buckets’ Allen claimed the MVP award with 31 points, six rebounds and five assists with Tevin Olison adding a further 27 points, eight boards and four assists in the win.
Box score.
The high-scoring showdown saw the players look to put on a show for the crowd with an array of alley-oop dunks and long-range three-point a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/team-south-run-riot-in-bbl-all-star-game-victory/Sun, 17 Mar 2024 20:49:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/team-south-run-riot-in-bbl-all-star-game-victory/ Temi Fagbenle led the way in the win as MVP with a game-high 20 points on 9-of-11 shooting with London Lions teammate Savannah Wilkinson adding 19 points and Kat Tudor putting up 17 points.
Box score.
South captain Temi Fagbenle came out firing with the first five points of the game before Sam Ashby hit two triples to bookend a 14-2 spell to make it an ea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/team-south-claim-victory-in-inaugural-wbbl-all-star-game/Sun, 17 Mar 2024 15:15:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/team-south-claim-victory-in-inaugural-wbbl-all-star-game/ The inaugural WBBL All-Stars game (rosters, here) will commence proceedings at 12:30pm with the BBL All-Stars game (rosters, here) scheduled for 3:30pm – with the 3-Point Shootout and Dunk Contest set for in between.
The post LIVE: British Basketball League All-Stars 2024 appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-british-basketball-league-all-stars-2024/Sun, 17 Mar 2024 13:05:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-british-basketball-league-all-stars-2024/ Derby rode Jonas Dieterich in the first half, where he had 22 of his game-high 25 points including five threes in a six minute stretch in the opening quarter, and then Malcolm Smith in the second as he finished with a 15-point, 11-rebound double-double.
The final buzzer sounds as @derbyblazers win their second @D1Trophy with a 89-74 win over Bradf]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/derby-win-second-kitking-trophy-with-victory-over-bradford/Sat, 16 Mar 2024 22:41:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/derby-win-second-kitking-trophy-with-victory-over-bradford/ “It’s a great step forward for the league to have homegrown talent playing at this level, it shows that we can do that,” Jamell, who was set to join Gabe Olaseni as the other home grown player i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jamell-anderson-ready-to-rep-nottingham-as-bbl-all-star/Fri, 15 Mar 2024 11:38:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jamell-anderson-ready-to-rep-nottingham-as-bbl-all-star/ Following the success of their female counterparts who have reached the EuroCup Women Finals, Lions rode a masterful performance from Sam Dekker who finished with 21 points, either rebounds, four assists and four steals.
London took command of the game in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-heading-to-eurocup-semi-finals/Thu, 14 Mar 2024 18:39:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-heading-to-eurocup-semi-finals/ The Eagles entered the game with a five point deficit following the first leg defeat at home 87-92 on March 1st, and despite overturning a five point deficit in regulation and leading by as many as eight in OT, they came up short as Jordan Johnson (18 points and eight assists) and Darius Defoe both fouled out succes]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/newcastle-suffer-heartbreak-exit-in-enbl-play-offs/Wed, 13 Mar 2024 23:40:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/newcastle-suffer-heartbreak-exit-in-enbl-play-offs/ The recently named three-time Defensive Player of the Year, took to social media platforms on Tuesday night to announce his departure from Drexel in the wake of the Dragons’ unexpected bow-out from the Coastal Athletic Association tournament as the second seed.
Forever thankful!pic.twitter.com/LBfddcfOqY
— amxriwillix]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/amari-williams-declares-for-nba-draft-retains-eligibility/Wed, 13 Mar 2024 13:06:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/amari-williams-declares-for-nba-draft-retains-eligibility/ A 71-59 victory (140-127 aggregate) over the Italians secured their place in the history books.With a rumours swirling following a report from The Athletic the side is being pulled from Europe next season amidst budget cuts and lay offs across London Lions owners 777 Partners’ portfolio, the Lions were able to drown ou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-make-history-with-eurocup-women-finals-spot/Wed, 13 Mar 2024 00:19:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-make-history-with-eurocup-women-finals-spot/ Announced in December last year, the British Basketball League Hall of Fame honours and recognises individuals from all eras of the Men’s and Women’s Leagues who have made a significant contribution to the sport in the UK.
The first class of inductees are ten individuals from the following the five categories:]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/first-hall-of-fame-inductees-revealed/Tue, 12 Mar 2024 18:19:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/first-hall-of-fame-inductees-revealed/ NCAA Division 1
Amari Williams was named CAA Defensive Player of the Year for a record third time as well as making the All-CAA First Team. The senior forward averaged 12.2 points and 7.8 rebounds per game along with a conference best of 1.8 blocks.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoopsfix)
A season-hi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brits-in-college-men-january-march-recap/Tue, 12 Mar 2024 17:27:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brits-in-college-men-january-march-recap/ Former Myerscough big man was named Great Osobor was named both the Player and Newcomer of the Year and former London Thunder junior guard Josh Uduje picked up the Co-Sixth Man of the Year. @GreatOsobor
Player of the YearNewcomer of the YearAll-Mountain West First Team https://t.co/Y7gtGG4lxQ#AggiesAllTheWay pic.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/great-osobor-picks-up-conference-poy-uduje-6th-man/Tue, 12 Mar 2024 12:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/great-osobor-picks-up-conference-poy-uduje-6th-man/ NCAA Division 1
Milly Knowles started 2024 in style with a career-high of 16 points to go with 13 rebounds for a second double-double on the season for Eastern Washington (26-5). The grad student added 14 points with four blocks against Idaho State as the Eagles went on to secure the Big Sky regular season title for the second t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brits-in-college-women-january-march-recap/Mon, 11 Mar 2024 15:24:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brits-in-college-women-january-march-recap/ HISTORY HAS BEEN MADE.Amari Williams is the first back-to-back-to-back defensive player of the year in CAA history.#FearTheDragonpic.twitter.com/oDAkvyjLz8
— Drexel Men's Basketball (@DrexelMBB) March 7, 2024
The former Mansfield Giants and Myerscou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/amari-williams-named-caa-defensive-player-of-year-for-record-third-time/Fri, 08 Mar 2024 10:02:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/amari-williams-named-caa-defensive-player-of-year-for-record-third-time/ A few days after clinching their second BBL Championship title, the Lions rolled through the Turkish side from Ankara, putting up a club record 60 points in the first half, to set up an away clash with U-BT Cluj-Napoca next week in the Quarters.A club record of 60 points in the first half has helped the @Lond]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-secure-eurocup-quarter-final-spot/Thu, 07 Mar 2024 09:42:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-secure-eurocup-quarter-final-spot/ They clinched the title after Leicester Riders defeated Cheshire Phoenix 101-93 on Friday evening, meaning that Cheshire can no longer catch London, as the Lions hold the head-to-head; if London (27-3) lose all their remaining games and Cheshire (16-9) win all of theirs, they would be tied with a 27-9 record and Lions have beat Cheshire]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-defend-bbl-championship-title/Sat, 02 Mar 2024 20:54:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-defend-bbl-championship-title/ The Eagles beat Montana University 89-79 on Thursday to win the title for the sixth time in the programme’s history.
BACK 2 BACK#GoEags #LetItFly pic.twitter.com/HkoHSEQ7lP
— EWU Men's Basketball(@EWUMBB) March 1, 2024
Price – who reached 1000 career points last week in a win against Northern Colorado, finished with 12 points, two assists and two rebounds on the night.
There it is]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ethan-price-helps-ewu-to-back-to-back-regular-season-titles/Sat, 02 Mar 2024 08:29:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ethan-price-helps-ewu-to-back-to-back-regular-season-titles/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-all-star-game-rosters-announced/Fri, 01 Mar 2024 10:15:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-all-star-game-rosters-announced/ The 22-year-old rookie has a Player of the Month award and an All-Star starting spot sitting alongside an international debut with Great Britain on an impressive list of achievements.
Not a bad way to score your first international points #BritishBasketball pic.twitter.com/7eCGqjHTqB
— Leicester Riders (@RidersWomen) November 9, 2023
Ashby has proved to be a reliabl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sam-ashby-gb-debut-has-given-me-lots-of-confidence-with-riders/Thu, 29 Feb 2024 17:16:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sam-ashby-gb-debut-has-given-me-lots-of-confidence-with-riders/ The British side had an eight-point cushion going into the second leg and secured another triumph at the Copper Box to complete an overall winning margin of 20 points.
Second leg (Lions 82-70 Kayseri) – 28th February
Mission accomplished for the Lions as they got the job done with a 12-point home victory to celebrate booking their place in the last four.
Megan G]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-continue-historic-run-into-eurocup-women-semi-finals/Wed, 28 Feb 2024 23:01:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-continue-historic-run-into-eurocup-women-semi-finals/ A 9-0 run to open the third gave Czechia control, while they dominated the glass, including 19 offensive rebounds to overcome another good shooting game from GB.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoopsfix)
Carl Wheatle had 17 points, six rebounds and 10 assists, while Sacha Killeya-Jones was everywhere with 19 points, nine rebounds,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-fall-in-czechia-to-drop-to-1-1/Mon, 26 Feb 2024 22:44:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-fall-in-czechia-to-drop-to-1-1/ The former Sussex Storm guard delivered a solid performance, on his way to 12 points, four rebounds and three steals in 35 minute on the court.Hildreth is averaging 13.5 points and 4.8 rebounds on the season, while shooting 44.5% from two and 36.1% from three-point land in his Junior year.
Matt Marsh scored 2 points on a thunderous dunk off the bench in 7 mi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hildreth-amp-marsh-help-wake-forest-upset-duke/Mon, 26 Feb 2024 10:12:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hildreth-amp-marsh-help-wake-forest-upset-duke/ In the first game of what is considered a new era – with Marc Steutel taking the reins as Head Coach permanently, and GB legend Dan Clark in place as General Manager – the British squad made a statement of intent with victory.
PLAY OF THE DAY? #EuroBasket x #MakeYourMark | @gbbasketball pic.twitter.com/EfRiimLTzF
— FIBA EuroBasket (@EuroBasket) February]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-take-down-netherlands-in-opener/Fri, 23 Feb 2024 22:43:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-take-down-netherlands-in-opener/ There will be debut caps for Dan Akin, Jubrile Belo and Josh Ward-Hibbert, while RJ Eytle-Rock & Kyle Johnson miss out from the 14-man training camp squad.
GB Senior Men Roster vs Netherlands
Amin Adamu, BK Olomoucko (CZE)Dan Akin, Strasbourg (FRA)Jubrile Belo, Stade Rochelais Basket (FRA)Myles Hesson, Toyama Grouses (JPA)Noah Horchler, Lavrio (GRE)Sacha Killeya-Jones*, Surne Bilbao Baske]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-roster-for-netherlands-clash-announced/Fri, 23 Feb 2024 11:51:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-roster-for-netherlands-clash-announced/ The BBC will be showing five regular season games and up to four further games during the post season.
Live NBA coverage coming to the BBC for the remainder of the seasonpic.twitter.com/IjRWNNYWjI
— Hoopsfix (@Hoopsfix) February 23, 2024
Select games will be shown on BBC One, BBC Three, BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website and app. There will also be live text updates on the BBC]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbc-to-show-live-nba-coverage-for-remainder-of-season/Fri, 23 Feb 2024 10:54:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbc-to-show-live-nba-coverage-for-remainder-of-season/ NBA rosters have up to three spots for players under two-way contracts (in addition to the maximum 15 players under Standard NBA Contracts), who may be active for up to 50 games with their NBA team, and can bounce between the NBA squad and the team’s G-League side.Players signed to Two-Way Contracts are paid one salary for their time in both leagues. O]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-signs-two-way-contract-with-detroit-pistons/Fri, 23 Feb 2024 09:26:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-signs-two-way-contract-with-detroit-pistons/ Men’s All-Star North team
Larry Austin Jr. (C) – Guard, Seriös Group Newcastle EaglesJordan Johnson – Guard, Seriös Group Newcastle EaglesTajh Green – Forward, Seriös Group Newcastle EaglesAaryn Rai – Forward, Cheshire PhoenixEthan Chargois – Centre, Cheshire Phoenix
Men’s All-Star South team
Jaren H]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-amp-wbbl-reveal-all-star-game-starters/Fri, 23 Feb 2024 08:57:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-amp-wbbl-reveal-all-star-game-starters/ She caught up Simply British Ballers content creators, English Premier League goalkeeper Lukasz Fabiansky of West Ham United, and London Lions players to hear from each about hoops in the iconic city.
The post Euroleague Diaries visits London appe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/euroleague-diaries-visits-london/Mon, 19 Feb 2024 15:39:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/euroleague-diaries-visits-london/ Included in Steutel’s first squad since being confirmed as the permanent Head Coach in June 2023, are four GB squad debutantes in Dan Akin, Jubrile Belo, RJ Eytle-Rock and Josh Ward-Hibbert.
The list marks a return for veteran star Myles Hesson, who missed the most recent window, along with Akwasi Yeboah – one of GB’s strongest performers in Europe in recent]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-men-reveal-14-man-training-camp-roster/Mon, 19 Feb 2024 15:14:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-men-reveal-14-man-training-camp-roster/ The ENBL released their 2024 Playoffs schedule as Newcastle Eagles and Bristol Flyers will face Bakken Bears and BC Siauliai respectively, for a spot in the Final Four.Eight clubs from six countries will face each other in the quarter-finals which will decide who takes their place in 2024 Final Four on April 9th and 10th at a venue to be announced in due course. 𝗣𝗹&]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/newcastle-eagles-and-bristol-flyers-reach-enbl-playoffs/Thu, 15 Feb 2024 16:33:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/newcastle-eagles-and-bristol-flyers-reach-enbl-playoffs/ Included in Steutel’s first squad since being confirmed as the permanent Head Coach in June 2023, are four GB squad debutantes in Dan Akin, Jubrile Belo, RJ Eytle-Rock and Josh Ward-Hibbert.
Meanwhile, there is a return to the bench for former Head Coach Alberto Lorenzo as an assistant, after he resigned in 2019, along with Bristol Flyers coac]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-roster-revealed-for-eurobasket-2025-qualifiers/Tue, 13 Feb 2024 13:15:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-roster-revealed-for-eurobasket-2025-qualifiers/ The 6-foot-7 former Newcastle Eagle has spent most of the season with the Pistons G League affiliate the Motor City Cruise. In 29 G League games, Evbuomwan has averaged 15.1 points, 8.4 rebounds and 3.9 assists per game.@hoopsfix Tosan Evbuomwan now signs a 10-day with Detroit Pistons!#britishbasketball ♬ original sound – Hoopsfix
Evbuomwan played 18.5 minutes ov]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-gets-10-day-contract-with-detroit-pistons/Sun, 11 Feb 2024 23:13:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-gets-10-day-contract-with-detroit-pistons/ The San Antonio Spurs forward is currently in his second year in the league and is the only player to appear in all 51 games, averaging 11.4 points, 6.2 rebounds and 3.7 assists in 29.5 minutes.
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The former Itchen College and Solent Kestrel standout is one of four forwards in te]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jeremy-sochan-named-to-second-consecutive-rising-stars-exhibition/Thu, 08 Feb 2024 23:31:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jeremy-sochan-named-to-second-consecutive-rising-stars-exhibition/ With the victory, Lions (12-5) stayed alive in the race for a top-two spot in Group A.
Luke Nelson has a EuroCup career-high 19 points off the bench for London, playing a key role down the stretch as he helped his team to secure an important win.
“Every game in the EuroCup is very competitive,” Nelson said after the game.“They only have one win but that doe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-hold-off-olimpija-ljubljana/Thu, 01 Feb 2024 10:32:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-hold-off-olimpija-ljubljana/ He is set to become t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-signs-10-day-contract-with-memphis-grizzlies/Tue, 30 Jan 2024 18:28:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-signs-10-day-contract-with-memphis-grizzlies/ Ben Thomas’ side withstood a Jordan Taylor inspired run through the start of the fourth to make a decisive burst of their own to win the Trophy for a sixth time.
Laquincy Rideau was the standout star as MVP with a 25-point haul, while five other players had double figures in a strong team effort to overcome the title favourites.
Box score.
Cheshire came out red-hot]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cheshire-phoenix-stun-london-lions-to-recapture-bbl-trophy-title/Sun, 28 Jan 2024 18:35:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cheshire-phoenix-stun-london-lions-to-recapture-bbl-trophy-title/ It marks an 11th piece of silverware since 2021 for the Lions as they proved too strong for first-time finalists Essex Rebels.BETTY CODONA TROPHY WINNERS! @britishbasketw | #WeAreLondon pic.twitter.com/EZh7OT2e2A
— London Lions (@londonlionsw) January 28, 2024
Megan Gustafson took MVP honours with 15 points and eight rebounds in an all-round team effort with nine different scorers.
Te]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-win-fourth-straight-wbbl-betty-codona-trophy-title/Sun, 28 Jan 2024 14:55:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-win-fourth-straight-wbbl-betty-codona-trophy-title/ The two teams lock horns for the first piece of silverware in the 2023-24 season with a 3:30pm tip on Sunday in Birmingham.
How they got here
London were the first team to advance to the final four after winning their opening three games in the group phase, before losing to Bristol Flyers. They had to battle back from 15 points down against Caledonia Gladiators in Saturday’s semi-f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/2024-bbl-trophy-final-london-lions-v-cheshire-phoenix/Sun, 28 Jan 2024 08:59:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/2024-bbl-trophy-final-london-lions-v-cheshire-phoenix/ Laquincy Rideau came up with the game-winning drive in the final seconds as Cheshire held off a late fightback to set up a repeat of the 2022 final with the Lions, who earlier won the first semi-final.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoopsfix)
Aaryn Rai top scored with 27 points and 11 rebounds with Skyler White knocking down six]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cheshire-phoenix-edge-thriller-to-reach-bbl-trophy-final/Sat, 27 Jan 2024 21:28:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cheshire-phoenix-edge-thriller-to-reach-bbl-trophy-final/ The league leaders used a pivotal run in the third before pulling away in the fourth to open the Trophy final four weekend in Birmingham.
Josh Sharma posted 19 points on 8-of-9 shooting with fellow big man Gabe Olaseni adding an important double-double of 18 points and 15 rebounds in the Lions win.
Box score.
Lions were debuting a orange jersey, but it was their opponents]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-open-bbl-trophy-final-four-weekend-with-comeback-victory/Sat, 27 Jan 2024 18:38:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-open-bbl-trophy-final-four-weekend-with-comeback-victory/ The Breakers have knocked away multiple Division 1 teams in their fairytale run to the final, beating Loughborough and then Worthing in the quarters, before securing a 3 point victory, 83-80, over last year’s finalists Derby Trail Blazers on Sunday in the semis.
CUP FINAL BOUND!! pic.twitter.com/0iC2ok3GsK
— Mil]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/d2-milton-keynes-set-national-cup-final-clash-with-reading/Mon, 08 Jan 2024 12:14:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/d2-milton-keynes-set-national-cup-final-clash-with-reading/ The deal is the fifth US broadcast deal the league has now signed, with NESN being the first, and NBC the second, YES the third, and FUBO Sports the fourth.
Bally Sports will offer two weekly British Basketball League games, scheduled for Thursday and Friday evenings beginning today, January 4.
Games will air across the Bally Sp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-signs-broadcast-deal-with-us-based-bally-sports/Thu, 04 Jan 2024 23:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-signs-broadcast-deal-with-us-based-bally-sports/ One of the few Brits to have been drafted into the NBA (in 2010 by the San Antonio Spurs), the now 32 year old has returned home to play and grow his own club, the Kent Panthers, that he took a stake in, in 2018.
The 7’1″ versatile big man is enjoying his time in Division 3 while it lasts; he’s just signed in Japan and will be leaving i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ryan-richards-spurs-kent-panthers-growth-in-nbl-division-3/Tue, 26 Dec 2023 12:04:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ryan-richards-spurs-kent-panthers-growth-in-nbl-division-3/ Last year’s champions TVC overcame Reading Rockets for an exciting 78-74 triumph, while Ipswich needed to battle past an experienced D2 Sheffield Hatters side for their 81-77 success.
Helen Naylor led the Hatters with 25 points and seven assists with another great in Steph Gandy still going strong with a double-double of 16]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/reigning-champions-thames-valley-to-face-ipswich-in-womens-national-cup-final/Mon, 18 Dec 2023 14:05:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/reigning-champions-thames-valley-to-face-ipswich-in-womens-national-cup-final/ — Hoopsfix (@Hoopsfix) December 8, 2023
“Not going to happen,” Evan Walshe tweeted in response to BBL commentator Josh Bett predicting Surrey will beat Manchester on Thursday evening.
And that is exactly what happened (or didn’t happen, in this case), as Walshe made sure of it on his way to a career-high 2]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/evan-walshe-has-game-winner-on-way-to-career-high/Fri, 08 Dec 2023 11:58:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/evan-walshe-has-game-winner-on-way-to-career-high/ There’s a familiar feel with the frontrunners with the top three all still unbeaten, but it remains strongly competitive across the league with some exciting matchups already contested.
Official standings: Riders 4-0; Gladiators, Lions 3-0; Hatters 3-1; Rebels, Palatinates 2-2; Giants, Wolves 2-3; Eagles 1-3; Archers 0-3; Wildcats 0-5
These rankings are de]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/2023-24-wbbl-power-rankings-2-top-three-stay-unbeaten/Sat, 02 Dec 2023 12:16:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/2023-24-wbbl-power-rankings-2-top-three-stay-unbeaten/ Conor Morgan came up clutch in a tight ending as the London Lions won their third straight EuroCup outing. Conor Morgan drilled a three-pointer from the corner to give a five point lead to his team with less than 50 second remaining before blocking a dunk attempt to keep their five point cushion and pull out the victory.
He finished the game wi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-hold-on-to-defeat-winless-ljubljana-in-eurocup/Wed, 22 Nov 2023 23:29:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-hold-on-to-defeat-winless-ljubljana-in-eurocup/ As is now customary, it is time to publish our annual list of all British players hooping across the pond.
Check out the 2022/23 season, 2021/22 season, 2020/21 season, 2019/20 season, 2018/19 season, 2017/18 season, 2016/17 season, 2015/16 season, 2014/15 season, the 2013/14 season’s list, the 2012/13 seas]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/british-basketball-players-in-us-colleges-2023-24-season/Thu, 16 Nov 2023 16:33:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/british-basketball-players-in-us-colleges-2023-24-season/ An improbable three-pointer from Holly Winterburn with nine seconds remaining pulled GB back to within three before they opted not to foul on the final possession, presumably so the final deficit would not be larger in a qualification system where points differential matters.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-women-suffer-tough-defeat-to-sweden/Thu, 09 Nov 2023 22:23:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-women-suffer-tough-defeat-to-sweden/ Following their blowout loss against Bilbao, the Gladiators got off to a great start, only allowing 10 points in the first quarter.It was plain sailing from there, as they were able to cruise to victory in their second match up against BC Sibiu.HUGE EUROPEAN WIN! https://t.co/6WfAAVJhGy
Back at it this Saturday as we welcome back the Sharks!#WeAreCaledonia #GoGladiators #BritishBask]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-thrash-bc-sibiu-at-home/Wed, 08 Nov 2023 23:53:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-thrash-bc-sibiu-at-home/ The Lions ended their 2 games losing streak in the competition improving their record to 4-2.Gabe Olaseni oh wow@LondonLions I #MagicMome]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-fends-off-joventut-badalona/Wed, 08 Nov 2023 23:47:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-fends-off-joventut-badalona/ There were split weekends for three of the top four, while the bottom three sides all have two wins apiece as the gaps close.
Patriots end London’s perfect startBottom defeated top on Sunday as Plymouth City Patriots became the first BBL team to beat London Lions this season with a surprise 94-70 victory. Taylor Johnson top scored with a game-high 24 points against th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-week-8-headlines-patriots-stun-lions-phoenix-climb-to-third/Mon, 06 Nov 2023 20:17:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-week-8-headlines-patriots-stun-lions-phoenix-climb-to-third/ “]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/handy-to-suit-up-as-gb-senior-womens-squad-named-for-eurobasket-qualifers/Thu, 02 Nov 2023 12:47:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/handy-to-suit-up-as-gb-senior-womens-squad-named-for-eurobasket-qualifers/ The game went down to the wire as Billy Ray Ivey stole the ball from Tejon Lucas with 12 seconds remaining and the Flyers trailing by two (72-74). Ivey was fouled and scored two three throws to seal the win despite a last second three-pointer from Tejon Lucas to reduce the deficit to one point.
Utena ended Bristol’s seven game winning streak]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bristol-flyers-lose-to-juventus-utena-in-wild-ending/Wed, 01 Nov 2023 23:58:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bristol-flyers-lose-to-juventus-utena-in-wild-ending/ With both teams holding perfect 2-0 records heading into the game, it was Bilbao that remain undefeated as they used a 34-11 third period to turn it into a rout.
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Lukas Palyza led the Gladiators in scoring with 15 points.
Kristian Kullama]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-suffer-blowout-loss-against-bilbao/Wed, 01 Nov 2023 22:33:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-suffer-blowout-loss-against-bilbao/ Following a controversial ending that saw them lose their ENBL 2023-2024 opener, the Eagles were able to hold on to their five point lead entering the fourth quarter.𝟮𝟳 𝗬𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗦 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗠𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚!Your Eagles take a histor]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/newcastle-eagles-defeat-basket-brno-for-first-european-victory/Wed, 01 Nov 2023 10:14:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/newcastle-eagles-defeat-basket-brno-for-first-european-victory/ Moore wins big battle for CaledoniaClifton Moore was the Gladiators hero on Sunday as they claimed a dramatic 84-83 victory over Leicester Riders. The American scored the game-winner in the final seconds with Pat Whelan having led the charge against his former side with 24 points and five assists in the win.Scorchers too]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-week-7-headlines-gladiators-edge-riders-surrey-survive-ot/Tue, 31 Oct 2023 08:39:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-week-7-headlines-gladiators-edge-riders-surrey-survive-ot/ There’s a different look to the league this year with Sevenoaks Suns withdrawing and Helen Naylor not the player wearing the number nine jersey for Sheffield Hatters, but it promises to be an exciting campaign if the off-season moves are anything to go by.
Pre-season rankings: 1 – Lions, 2 – Gladiators, 3 – Riders, 4 – Rebels, 5 &ndash]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/2023-24-wbbl-power-rankings-1-leading-teams-start-strong/Sat, 28 Oct 2023 11:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/2023-24-wbbl-power-rankings-1-leading-teams-start-strong/ The Gladiators were able to hold on to their six point lead entering the fourth quarter to secure the win against the defending FIBA Europe Cup champions.
Jakub Garbacz missed the chance to take the game to overtime with four seconds remaining as his 3-point shot went wide.
“What an incredible evening it was for everyone connected to Caledonia Gladiators,&r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-defeat-defending-champs-anwil-wloclawek-in-fiba-europe-cup/Wed, 25 Oct 2023 23:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-defeat-defending-champs-anwil-wloclawek-in-fiba-europe-cup/ Through the partnership, basketball fans in the San Francisco Bay Area, Chicago, and Philadelphia regions will now have the opportunity to enjoy top-tier British basketball action on NBC Sports Bay Area, NBC Sports California, NBC Sports Chicago and NBC Sports Philadelphia, respectively.
The deal is the second US broadcast deal announced this month, adding]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-announces-second-us-broadcast-deal-with-nbc-sports-regional-networks/Wed, 25 Oct 2023 18:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-announces-second-us-broadcast-deal-with-nbc-sports-regional-networks/ https://twitter.com/EuroCup/status/1716924939188736065?t=RaKbZuj9_6qIa7AI8gGe9w&s=19
Paris erased a 10-point fourth quarter deficit before a Sam Dekker three with 0.2 seconds remaining in regulation sent the record 6,000 fans in the Copper Box wild to force the first period of overtime.A late Gabe Olaseni offensive rebound and putback forced the second e]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-suffer-heartbreak-with-double-ot-loss-to-paris/Wed, 25 Oct 2023 00:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-suffer-heartbreak-with-double-ot-loss-to-paris/ Returning American guard Laken James hailed the success on a historic night for the club in front of their home fans at the new arena.
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— Laken James (@lakenjames5) October 19, 2023
“This first EuroCup win feels incredible,” James told Hoopsfix. “We made history in Scotland and I think that’s so]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/laken-james-we-made-history-in-scotland-it-was-something-truly-special/Tue, 24 Oct 2023 13:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/laken-james-we-made-history-in-scotland-it-was-something-truly-special/ Scorchers end losing startSurrey Scorchers finally tasted victory in their 2023-24 campaign after an impressive 98-72 victory over Manchester Giants on Saturday evening. Two-time league MVP Justin Robinson top scored with 23 points from the bench as the Scorchers led by as many as 30 points in the contest.
The Scorchers would then lose 82-70 away at unb]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-week-6-headlines-scorchers-off-the-march-bristol-flying-high/Mon, 23 Oct 2023 09:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-week-6-headlines-scorchers-off-the-march-bristol-flying-high/ The award recognises a sports organisation that has made excellent progress on the agenda for ethnically diverse people and communities and is an example to follow.
It comes following BE being the only national governing body of sport to achieve an overall ‘A’ grade in the 2022 Race Representation Index, and participation figures for basketball sho]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/basketball-england-named-sport-organisation-of-the-year-at-sporting-equals-awards/Mon, 23 Oct 2023 07:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/basketball-england-named-sport-organisation-of-the-year-at-sporting-equals-awards/ The GB Under-18 guard finished with an all-round effort of 29 points, 11 rebounds, 12 assists and 10 steals in Nottingham’s 35-94 win at The Sheffield College.
“I’m excited to be able to play in the WEABL and enjoy the challenge of competing against some of the other top U19 prospects in the country,” commented Cassidy De Falco. “It’s more special]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/valerie-cassidy-de-falco-records-quadruple-double-in-weabl/Fri, 20 Oct 2023 17:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/valerie-cassidy-de-falco-records-quadruple-double-in-weabl/ NESN will bring the action of British Basketball League games to basketball enthusiasts in the six New England states; Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont.Viewers will be able to view two live games each week, airing one on Thursdays and one on Fridays, alongside]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-signs-us-broadcast-deal-with-new-england-sports-network/Thu, 19 Oct 2023 15:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-signs-us-broadcast-deal-with-new-england-sports-network/ A slow start saw Lions trail by as many as 11 in the first quarter, before turning it on in the remaining three periods. Prometey did not go down without a fight, pulling back to within one in the final five minutes before back-to-back threes from Connor Morgan gave the Lions the cushion they neededto pull out the victory.
After a slow start @LondonLi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-defeat-prometey-to-remain-unbeaten-in-eurocup/Wed, 18 Oct 2023 22:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-defeat-prometey-to-remain-unbeaten-in-eurocup/ Patrick Whelan delivered an MVP performance on his way to 24 points, shooting 8 of 11 from the field and 6 of 7 from behind the line, finishing the game with a 3-point buzzer beater.
@Cal_Gladiators get their @FIBAEuropeCup campaign off to a successful start behind a 24 point outing from @p_whelan1Two! @fibaeuropecup pic.twitter.com/jIAYrXe1lQ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-defeat-bc-sibiu-to-open-fiba-europe-cup-campaign/Wed, 18 Oct 2023 22:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-defeat-bc-sibiu-to-open-fiba-europe-cup-campaign/ The ambitious side were accepted directly into the regular season and face some challenging opposition as they aim to make history of their own.
Laken James is back alongside incoming duo Kirsty Brown and Hannah Robb from Leicester Riders, while former GB center Sammy Roscoe is another of the new additions.
Next game:(H) vs SL Benfica (0-1) – Wed 18th October]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/streamsrecaps-caledonia-gladiators-in-eurocup-women/Wed, 18 Oct 2023 14:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/streamsrecaps-caledonia-gladiators-in-eurocup-women/ The British side failed to qualify for the EuroLeague Women regular season after a two-legged defeat against Hungarian side DVTK, despite recording their first win in the competition in the second leg.
London have reached the EuroCup playoffs in each of the past two seasons and come up against two teams that they played in the 2021-22 group phase.
Next game:(A) vs]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/streamsrecaps-london-lions-off-to-winning-start/Wed, 18 Oct 2023 13:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/streamsrecaps-london-lions-off-to-winning-start/ Four teams saw split weekends to keep the pack close together, while London were given their biggest test yet on the way to maintaining their perfect start.
Lions go to 8-0 in Monday OT thrillerIn a rare Monday evening clash in the BBL, London needed to rally from a 14-point deficit before eventually overcoming Newcastle Eagles 109-104 in overtime. Matt Morgan’]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-week-5-headlines-lions-need-ot-for-eight-straight-giants-beat-riders/Tue, 17 Oct 2023 08:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-week-5-headlines-lions-need-ot-for-eight-straight-giants-beat-riders/ In addition to at least nine games during each week of the regular season, TNT Sports will broadcast the league’s marquee events, including select games from the inaugural NBA In-Season Tournament, the NBA Playoffs, the Finals, NBA All-Star and the NBA Draft.It comes foll]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-announces-multi-year-agreement-with-tnt-sports-in-the-uk/Mon, 16 Oct 2023 11:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-announces-multi-year-agreement-with-tnt-sports-in-the-uk/ — Bristol Flyers (@BristolFlyers) October 11, 2023Brad Greene delivered an impressive performance for the Flyers as he recorded 26 points, 7 rebound]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bristol-flyers-defeat-bc-spartak-pleven-to-open-enbl-campaign/Wed, 11 Oct 2023 23:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bristol-flyers-defeat-bc-spartak-pleven-to-open-enbl-campaign/ The British duo are on the same team with Juozapaitis turning pro after a five-year college career, while it’s a second year overseas for Walters.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Gedi Juozapaitis (@gedijuozapaitis)
Juozapaitis averaged 15.4 points per game during the 2022-23 season at Maine having previously spent two years at Georgia Southern and two before at D2 school]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/shaquille-walters-gedi-juozapaitis-sign-for-same-team-in-bulgaria/Tue, 10 Oct 2023 08:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/shaquille-walters-gedi-juozapaitis-sign-for-same-team-in-bulgaria/ Seven games took place over the latest weekend with London Lions already opening up a gap at the top and two sides getting off to perfect starts in their new homes.
Gladiators open new arena in styleCaledonia Gladiators opened their new arena in style on Sky Sports as they defeated Surrey Scorchers 86-79 on Thursday evening. Gareth Murray’s side improved to 2-1 in the league with Trent]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-week-4-headlines-gladiators-sharks-celebrate-home-openings/Tue, 10 Oct 2023 00:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-week-4-headlines-gladiators-sharks-celebrate-home-openings/ New coach Petar Bozic had a positive start as he looks to build upon his side’s historic run from last year.Donte Grantham led the Lions with 23 points and 7 rebounds in his first-ever EuroCup game, helping his team overcome a double-digit deficit to get the win.Gabe Olaseni added 10 points to his team’s tally and played an important rol]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-defeat-venezia-to-open-eurocup-campaign/Thu, 05 Oct 2023 17:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-defeat-venezia-to-open-eurocup-campaign/ Jonathan Davis hits the game winner at the buzzer to break the hearts of the Newcastle Eagles in their ENBL debut against BC Siauliai, with a 94-92 defeat.
(Scoreboard is wrong)
Eagles led by 13 early in the 4th, giving up 30 points in the quarter. pic.twitter.com/jlP]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/controversial-ending-sees-newcastle-eagles-lose-at-buzzer-in-enbl-debut/Thu, 05 Oct 2023 16:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/controversial-ending-sees-newcastle-eagles-lose-at-buzzer-in-enbl-debut/ Based in the Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park, the 44,000 square foot, £14million ‘Canon Medical Arena’ has been a decade-long project, having come to fruition through a collaboration with Canon Medical Systems UK.A section of the building will host a cutting-edge medical diagnostics centre managed by Living Care, designed to serve not only elite and profes]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sheffield-sharks-unveil-new-2500-seat-home-arena/Thu, 05 Oct 2023 12:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sheffield-sharks-unveil-new-2500-seat-home-arena/ Here’s what happened across the league in Week 3:
Patriots claim first win in split weekendPlymouth City Patriots claimed their first win of the new season at the fourth time of asking as they defeated Sheffield Sharks 92-87 as part of a home double-header. Mason Faulkner starred with 24 points with the hosts needing to fend off a fightback having led]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-week-3-headlines-patriots-off-the-mark-phoenix-halt-eagles/Tue, 03 Oct 2023 09:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-week-3-headlines-patriots-off-the-mark-phoenix-halt-eagles/ The BBL Trophy winners have completed finishing touches on the 1600-seat arena, based at PlaySport Scotland leisure complex in East Kilbride.The adaptive re-use of the existing facility only began groundworks in March with more than 112,000 man-hours spent transforming the space into a 1,600 seater stadium over the last six months.Supporters arrivi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-reveal-1600-seat-arena-ahead-of-home-opener/Mon, 02 Oct 2023 12:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-reveal-1600-seat-arena-ahead-of-home-opener/ Today we unveiled signs for a park]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hackney-park-renamed-in-tribute-to-legendary-basketball-coach-joe-white/Sun, 01 Oct 2023 20:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hackney-park-renamed-in-tribute-to-legendary-basketball-coach-joe-white/ ‘Big Joe’ is a 28 minute documentary that tells the story of the remarkable life and legacy of Joe White, an extraordinary basketball coach from East London, who used the failure of his own NBA dreams as motivation to use basketball as a tool to change lives, both on and off the court in Hackney — the most under-p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/crowdfunding-campaign-launched-for-joe-white-documentary/Fri, 29 Sep 2023 20:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/crowdfunding-campaign-launched-for-joe-white-documentary/ They overall 135-121 loss on aggregate means the British side will now join compatriots Caledonia Gladiators in the regular season of EuroCup instead as they enter the competition for a third successive year.Holly Winterburn led the way with an all-round effort of 22 points – including six threes – as well as five rebounds and four assists, while M]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-exit-euroleague-women-despite-second-leg-win/Wed, 27 Sep 2023 19:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-exit-euroleague-women-despite-second-leg-win/ The task to turn the tie around is certainly challenging with the Lions looking to make history by making it to the regular season for the first time.View this post on InstagramA post shared by London Lions (@londonlionsw)
Can London complete the comeback? Here are three factors:
Embrace the challenge
It’s going to be a ‘hostile&r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/watch-london-lions-dvtk-euroleague-women-qualifiers-2nd-leg/Wed, 27 Sep 2023 10:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/watch-london-lions-dvtk-euroleague-women-qualifiers-2nd-leg/ Initially in a temporary pop up space, the store will move across the road into a permanent 2-unit space later this year.Started in 2004, the brand began with a small 40 square meter space in Leuven, Belgium. Since then, they’ve expanded to six stores in Belgium, four in France, one in Luxembourg, one in Spain and now their first in the UK.
View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoopsfi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bouncewear-specialty-basketball-store-opens-in-london/Tue, 26 Sep 2023 11:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bouncewear-specialty-basketball-store-opens-in-london/ With the defeat, it means they will play in the FIBA Europe Cup for their first season in European competition.The game was anything but pretty and Gladiators will no doubt be frustrated with themselves after leading the majority of the contest – by as many as 16 – before a fourth quarter collapse when a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-drop-into-fiba-europe-cup-after-fribourg-loss/Mon, 25 Sep 2023 10:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-drop-into-fiba-europe-cup-after-fribourg-loss/ Three teams are still yet to taste defeat after the second week of the 2023-24 campaign.
Leaders Lions dominant on Sky Sports
In an early clash of last season’s trophy winners, London Lions enjoyed an emphatic 93-65 victory over Caledonia Gladiators in front of the Sky cameras. Gabe Olaseni posted 14 points and 10 rebounds i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-week-2-headlines-dominant-lions-move-to-3-0-riders-rally-for-first-win/Mon, 25 Sep 2023 09:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-week-2-headlines-dominant-lions-move-to-3-0-riders-rally-for-first-win/ The British side will head on the road next week needing to overturn the 15-point deficit if they are to compete in this season’s regular season.
Megan Gustafson top scored in defeat with 13 points off the bench with Juicy Landrum adding 12 points as the only scorers in double figures.
Box score.
It was a cagey start for London as the visitors mad]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-lose-home-opener-in-euroleague-women-qualifiers/Wed, 20 Sep 2023 22:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-lose-home-opener-in-euroleague-women-qualifiers/ Last season’s WBBL treble winners take on Hungarian side DVTK in a two-legged qualifier for the right to make it into Europe’s elite competition with a home opener on Wednesday.The stars align
The Lions are stacked (again). They pulled off some blockbuster moves including the signings of GB stars]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-target-more-history-in-euroleague-women-debut/Tue, 19 Sep 2023 10:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-target-more-history-in-euroleague-women-debut/ The eight part-series, each 30-minutes long, will debut on BBC Scotland at 10pm on Monday night (Episode 1), and Tuesday 19th on BBC Three at 9pm (Episode 1).
Made by Renowned Films, Ballers: Ball or Nothing follows the story of Scotland’s only professional basketball team through their BBL Trophy winning 2]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-bbc-documentary-ballers-released/Mon, 18 Sep 2023 17:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-bbc-documentary-ballers-released/ Eagles overcome Sharks in Sky openerA new-look Newcastle Eagles side defeated Sheffield Sharks 79-72 on the opening night of the new season, live on Sky Sports. Marc Steutel had recruited from around the league and it was ex-Manchester forward Tajh Green that put on a typical show with 17 points and 11 rebounds with former Cheshire guard Larry Austin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-week-1-headlines-phoenix-stun-riders-eagles-win-sky-opener/Mon, 18 Sep 2023 14:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-week-1-headlines-phoenix-stun-riders-eagles-win-sky-opener/ “I want kids imitating guys that play in the British Basketball League,” BBL CEO Aaron Radin explained in a roundtable discussion with British basketball media on Monday.
“The way that we’re going to get there is through the content experience]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/new-dawn-beckons-for-bbl-ahead-of-202324-opening-night/Thu, 14 Sep 2023 17:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/new-dawn-beckons-for-bbl-ahead-of-202324-opening-night/ Fans will see one game from the UK game’s top professional league live each week on Sky Sports’ linear and YouTube channels, with Jeanette Kwakye MBE being the new lead presenter.
Also joining the game day broadcast team is former GB and London Lions star Ovie Soko who takes the role of lead analyst, Drew Lasker as on-the-ground report]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-returns-to-sky-sports-for-202324-season/Wed, 13 Sep 2023 11:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-returns-to-sky-sports-for-202324-season/ Undefeated.
FOR THE FIRST TIME IN HISTORY, GERMANY ARE WORLD CHAMPIONS! #FIBAWC x #WinForAll pic.twitter.com/byh5sxYvA3
— FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023(@FIBAWC) September 10, 2023
Dennis Schroder was spectacular on his]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/germany-crowned-fiba-basketball-world-cup-champions/Sun, 10 Sep 2023 17:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/germany-crowned-fiba-basketball-world-cup-champions/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-2k24-launches-in-uk/Fri, 08 Sep 2023 09:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-2k24-launches-in-uk/ Edu, who came up through Swansea Storm before ending up with the Bristol Flyers/SGS Academy, has just graduated from NCAA Division 1 school Toledo and was a core part of the Philippines team at the World Cup that was playing in front of home fans.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoopsfix)
He finished the tournament with averages of 8.2 points, 8.6]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/former-bristol-flyer-aj-edu-shines-for-philippines-at-world-cup/Thu, 07 Sep 2023 17:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/former-bristol-flyer-aj-edu-shines-for-philippines-at-world-cup/ The BBL Trophy winners have released a range of CGIs of the top-of-the-range arena, which include a 1600-seat show court, fan zone, and big screens.A first look at @Cal_Gladiators new multi-million pound homepic.twitter.com/KfXOd1O66i
— Hoopsfix (@Hoopsfix) September 5, 2023
The stadium renovation will be finished in the c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-reveal-first-look-at-new-multi-million-pound-stadium/Tue, 05 Sep 2023 10:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-reveal-first-look-at-new-multi-million-pound-stadium/ The three year partnership agreement between the charitable arm of the UK’s leading basketball media and events platform and one of the leading inclusive sports charities in the UK aims to create more opportunities for disadvantaged and disabled young people to play basketball, enriching their lives through the benefits of inclusive sport.Hoopsfix will support Access]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-foundation-partners-with-access-sport-to-renovate-basketball-courts/Fri, 01 Sep 2023 09:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-foundation-partners-with-access-sport-to-renovate-basketball-courts/ The 3×3 basketball league, founded by Ice Cube and Jeff Kwatinetz, also made history with its first active NBA player to suit up as Boston Celtics’ Jaylen Brown played in the All-Star game, against the likes of Gerald Green and Jason Richardson.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoopsfix)
Six-year NBA veteran Jordan Crawford led Enemies to a 50-43 win]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/enemies-win-big3-title-at-o2-as-jaylen-brown-debuts-in-all-star-game/Sun, 27 Aug 2023 18:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/enemies-win-big3-title-at-o2-as-jaylen-brown-debuts-in-all-star-game/ With over 350,000 followers on social media, Hezi God is known for his handles and is in London for the Big 3 All-Star game on Saturday at the O2 Arena.
View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoopsfix)
Working with London Hoops, they organised an evening of 5 on 5 pick up at Deptford Blue Cage tha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/the-lsquohezi-godrsquo-amp-gerald-green-do-park-takeover-at-deptford-blue-cage/Fri, 25 Aug 2023 23:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/the-lsquohezi-godrsquo-amp-gerald-green-do-park-takeover-at-deptford-blue-cage/ In the Championship game, Triplets – led by Joe Johnson, and Enemies, led by Jordan Crawford will face off, while the All-Star game will see a star studded roster featuring the likes of Gerald Green, Jason Richardson, Frank Nitty and more – with Ice Cube himself coaching.
Big 3 Championship & All-Star Game London Rost]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/big3-championship-amp-all-star-game-set-in-prep-for-international-debut/Thu, 24 Aug 2023 21:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/big3-championship-amp-all-star-game-set-in-prep-for-international-debut/ After a summer that saw qualifiers being held across six outdoor courts in Europe – all renovated by Foot Locker – each country sent their winning team, with Barcelona, Berlin, London, Milan, Paris, Rotterdam all represented in the 5 on 5 knockout tournament.
The London teams; OTS and Powerpuff Gyals – along with one othe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/berlin-rotterdam-claim-european-summer-jam-crowns-at-clapham-common/Thu, 24 Aug 2023 18:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/berlin-rotterdam-claim-european-summer-jam-crowns-at-clapham-common/ No British TV broadcaster has picked up any of the rights for the World Cup, so currently there is only one (legal) option; Courtside 1891, where you can buy a pass exclusively for the tournament for a one off cost of £21.99, gi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/where-to-watch-the-fiba-basketball-world-cup-2023-in-the-uk/Thu, 24 Aug 2023 10:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/where-to-watch-the-fiba-basketball-world-cup-2023-in-the-uk/ Aaryn Rai starred, scoring 21 of his 32 points in the first half for Hoopsfix but it would not be enough, as EWU had four players reach double figures including Ethan Price who had 14 points, five rebounds and four assists in his homecoming.
.@saam_newman with the beautiful feed to Veron Eze for the big time dunk on the baseline f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-select-fall-to-eastern-washington-in-essex/Thu, 24 Aug 2023 09:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-select-fall-to-eastern-washington-in-essex/ British basketball legend Martin Henlan joins the board, along with Melissa Lawton, currently Chief Content Officer for SailGP and another former basketball player and coach, Katy Adamson, who is currently leading major programmes for Jaguar Land Rover.
All will serve an initial term of four years.
The appointments were confirmed following a recruitment]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-appoints-three-new-board-members/Wed, 23 Aug 2023 23:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-appoints-three-new-board-members/ The game, that will welcome Ethan Price home, will pit a roster predominantly made up of Ethan’s former teammates, with a mix of top GB prospects from the South and incoming BBL pro Aaryn Rai.The Hoopsfix Select roster to take on @ethaanprice & @ewumbb is made up predominantly of Ethan’s former teammates/players from @ipswichbball & @essex]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-reveals-select-roster-to-take-on-eastern-washington/Fri, 18 Aug 2023 19:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-reveals-select-roster-to-take-on-eastern-washington/ The former junior international finished a successful college career at NCAA Division 2 school Barry in 2022, and is now ready for the challenge of turning pro.
“I am really excited about this move to Germany,” Swindells told Hoopsfix. “This is a very professional organisation which is going to give me everything I need to be successful this sea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/harriet-swindells-signs-in-germany-with-braunschweig/Fri, 18 Aug 2023 14:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/harriet-swindells-signs-in-germany-with-braunschweig/ It signifies an attempted move away from the abbreviation of BBL, which has become more associated with the ‘Brazilian butt lift’ cosmetic surgery in recent years.
The new logo represents the letter ‘B’ for the British Basketball League, while also incorporating a basketball and hoop, as well as the motion o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/british-basketball-league-reveals-rebrand-ahead-of-new-season/Wed, 16 Aug 2023 11:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/british-basketball-league-reveals-rebrand-ahead-of-new-season/ Fresh off a standout rookie season in the BBL with Bristol Flyers, Watson-Gayle went right off to Canada with Winnipeg Sea Bears where he has made his mark.View this post on InstagramA post shared by CEBL – Canadian Elite Basketball League (@cebleague)
Despite not starting, the native of London, England led the CEBL in three-point percentage (49.0%) and was sixth i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jelani-watson-gayle-named-cebl-sixth-man-of-the-year/Thu, 10 Aug 2023 14:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jelani-watson-gayle-named-cebl-sixth-man-of-the-year/ Ball Out 3×3 Live Day 1Ball Out 3×3 Live Day 2The post LIVE STREAM: Ball Out 3×3 National Finals appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-ball-out-33-national-finals/Thu, 10 Aug 2023 11:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-ball-out-33-national-finals/ The Riders have evolved their logo throughout their 56-year history as Britain’s oldest professional basketball club, with the latest update being a decade since the last one.Through the years… #WeAreLeicester pic.twitter.com/5PKVnSj4oO
— Leicester Riders (@RidersBball) August 9, 2023
“It’s been 10 years since the previous logo was created]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/leicester-riders-reveal-rebrand-for-new-season/Wed, 09 Aug 2023 19:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/leicester-riders-reveal-rebrand-for-new-season/ The trip, part of on an 11-day tour in both England and Spain, will be a homecoming for junior forward Ethan Price.
Eags headed overseas! The team will take a trip to England and Spain in August, featuring an exhibition in three amazing stops along the way.
DETAILShttps://t.co/b8ugnEl1rw#GoEags #LetItFly @EWUAthlet]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/eastern-washington-to-play-hoopsfix-select-in-essex/Mon, 07 Aug 2023 15:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/eastern-washington-to-play-hoopsfix-select-in-essex/ After a four year hiatus due to COVID, the UK’s top international tournament – which is free for spectators – returns with a line up of Zalgiris Kaunas (Lithuania), Stella Azzurra Academy (Italy) and Porsche BBA Ludwigsburg (Germany), along with regulars England Under-18s and a London United select team.
Future Stars returns to its rightful place on t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/future-stars-tournament-returns-after-4-year-hiatus/Fri, 04 Aug 2023 13:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/future-stars-tournament-returns-after-4-year-hiatus/ GB were drawn in Group C and will face the Netherlands, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Denmark and Iceland.Ahead of their opening game against Iceland on Thursday, Davie said: “We’ve had a great preparation phase over the last three months. The engagement and performance on and off the court has been ou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u16-women-roster-announced-for-fiba-european-championships/Thu, 03 Aug 2023 19:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u16-women-roster-announced-for-fiba-european-championships/ GB were drawn in Group B and will face Hungary, Ukraine, Estonia and Norway.Ahead of their opening game against Estonia on Friday, Culley said: “With the foundation we’ve built, and lessons learned from last year, we’re ready to push beyond what we were previously capable of and see how far we can go.
&ldqu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-16-mens-roster-revealed/Wed, 02 Aug 2023 17:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-16-mens-roster-revealed/ A Ben Michaels three-pointers and a Tyrese Lacey steal at the other end sealed the deal on a 95-94 victory to round out the tournament.
.@benmichaels05 hits the game winning 3 with 17 seconds remaining in OT and @Tyreselacey comes up with the clutch stop at the other end as @gbbasketball U18s defeat Netherlands to claim 5th place at the Div B Europ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u18-men-finish-fifth-with-ot-victory-over-netherlands/Mon, 31 Jul 2023 23:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u18-men-finish-fifth-with-ot-victory-over-netherlands/ Chantelle Handy takes charge of a GB junior squad for the first time with former GB teammate Renee Busch an assistant coach alongside Brent Bulls’ Kenrick Liburd.
The roster – the first GB U20 team since 2019 – includes a number of players returning from America including Molly Lavin, Ella Doherty and Katie Januszewska, who has wil]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-20s-women-final-12-confirmed/Fri, 28 Jul 2023 11:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-20s-women-final-12-confirmed/ The 19-year-old guard led Itchen to the WEABL final as the Southern Conference MVP before helping lead Solent to a league and playoffs double in WNBL Division 1 as the Player of the Year and Finals MVP.View this post on InstagramA post shared by London Lions (@londonlionsw)
Endean is the latest player confirmed on an exciting London roster with GB internatio]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wnbl-d1-mvp-faye-endean-joins-london-lions/Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wnbl-d1-mvp-faye-endean-joins-london-lions/ GB were drawn in Group A and will face North Macedonia, Austria, Iceland and Norway.Ahead of their opening game against Iceland on Friday, Keane said: “Regardless how many European Championships one does, the feeling never waivers in terms of pride, privilege and gratitude to represent Great Britain on the internatio]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u18-men-final-roster-for-euros-announced/Thu, 20 Jul 2023 19:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u18-men-final-roster-for-euros-announced/ Two teams will be competing in Europe next season, while at least one team will not be taking part in the WBBL with Sevenoaks Suns withdrawing.
NOTE: Junior/academy players are under the age of 19 and have not signed pro contracts.
Updated: 21/07/2023
Caledonia Gladiators
HC: Miguel Angel Ortega MarcoRETURNING: Erin McGarrachan (re-signed), Robyn]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wbbl-2023-24-season-rosters-tracker/Thu, 20 Jul 2023 17:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wbbl-2023-24-season-rosters-tracker/ We will keep up to date with all the ins and outs from across all 10 teams throughout the remainder off-season as the countdown to next season draws closer.
NOTE: Junior/academy players are under the age of 19 and have not signed pro contracts.
Updated: 20/07/2023
Bristol Flyers
HC: Andreas Kapoulas
RETURNING: Tevin Olison , Leslee Smith , Corey Samuels (all re-signed]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-2023-24-season-rosters-tracker/Thu, 20 Jul 2023 10:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-2023-24-season-rosters-tracker/ The two-time BBL league MVP has been out of action since sustaining a serious injury during the BBL playoffs in April 2022, but returned to competitive play this summer in the Hoopsfix Pro-Am.
Robinson had been with the Lions since 2017, but is now set for a new challenge in the upcoming campaign.
“After missing a season due to an almost career-ending injury, I’m really ex]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/justin-robinson-makes-return-signs-with-surrey-scorchers/Wed, 19 Jul 2023 09:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/justin-robinson-makes-return-signs-with-surrey-scorchers/ Whelan makes the move to the Gladiators ahead of their debut European venture having spent the past two seasons at Leicester Riders.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Caledonia Gladiators (@caledoniagladiators)
The 26-year-old averaged 13.4 points, 4.7 rebounds and 2.8 assists per game across 34 regular season appearances last season, whilst also leading the league with 45]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-bring-in-pat-whelan-on-two-year-deal/Tue, 18 Jul 2023 23:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-bring-in-pat-whelan-on-two-year-deal/ The 28-year-old is currently playing for LA Sparks in the WNBA and becomes the latest GB star to join the Lions ahead of their EuroLeague Women debut.
Welcome to the Lions family, @ksam44!We’re excited to announce the signing of GB star, Karlie Samuelson!Read the full article on our website https://t.co/lSf7wCNJoW#WeAreLondon pic.twitter.com/H]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-land-karlie-samuelson-in-latest-blockbuster-move/Mon, 17 Jul 2023 17:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-land-karlie-samuelson-in-latest-blockbuster-move/ Louis Halliday had 16 points, Louie Tucker had 15 points and Zamoku Weluche-Ume finished with 12, as the Swiss took the lead early in the second quarter and held off GB the rest of the way.“They boys did the program well with a top 8 finish,” Head Coach Krumesh Patel said after the tournament.
“I believe we could have pushed]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u20s-finish-8th-following-switzerland-defeat/Mon, 17 Jul 2023 13:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u20s-finish-8th-following-switzerland-defeat/ GB international Kayne Henry top scored with 13 points to go with six rebounds in the win and was also named as the overall tournament MVP for the event that is sponsored by Contested and Stance.
Denzel Ubiaro had a game-high 21 points in vain for Hoopspace as they led 52-51 inside the final minute on a tough finish from Peter Turay, who added 10 points and eight r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/glacier-boys-secure-repeat-as-2023-mens-hoopsfix-pro-am-champions/Sun, 16 Jul 2023 22:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/glacier-boys-secure-repeat-as-2023-mens-hoopsfix-pro-am-champions/ Kat Goldsby led the winning effort for Sapphire in the Pro-Am, sponsored by Contested and Stance, with 17 points, five rebounds and two assists to help the team defend their title from 2022 with Shequila Joseph adding 10 points, 15 boards and four assists.
Ruby had a game-high 20 points from overall tournament MVP Shanice Beckford-Norton, but they would fall shor]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sapphire-go-back-to-back-as-womens-hoopsfix-pro-am-champions/Sun, 16 Jul 2023 17:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sapphire-go-back-to-back-as-womens-hoopsfix-pro-am-champions/ Down three with 28 seconds remaining and possession, GB missed back to back three-point attempts from Rory Stewart and Zamoku Weluche-Ume, as the Netherlands would seal the game at the line.
Lane Campbell led GB with 20 points, five rebounds and six assists, James Okonkwo had 18 points, while Weluche-Ume added 11.
GB will now await the loser of Portugal-Switzerland this afte]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u20s-to-play-for-7th-after-netherlands-loss/Sat, 15 Jul 2023 15:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u20s-to-play-for-7th-after-netherlands-loss/ James Okonkwo was the only GB player to reach double figures with 16 points, 10 rebounds, two assists and two blocks, while Victor Ndoukou had eight points and Lane Campbell finished with seven points, six rebounds and six assists.
More to come.
Box score.
The post GB U20s downed by North Macedonia in Quarter-Finals ap]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u20s-downed-by-north-macedonia-in-quarter-finals/Fri, 14 Jul 2023 20:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u20s-downed-by-north-macedonia-in-quarter-finals/ The Lions – who have reached the EuroCup Women Play-Offs in successive seasons – will enter the EuroLeague Women Qualifiers for the first time, while Caledonia make their European debut with a place in the EuroCup Women regular season.
Who's lifting the #EuroLeagueWomen trophy this year? The field for the 2023/24 Season is set.Draw: August]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wbbls-london-lions-caledonia-gladiators-have-european-spots-confirmed/Thu, 13 Jul 2023 11:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wbbls-london-lions-caledonia-gladiators-have-european-spots-confirmed/ Rory Stewart had his best performance of the tournament with a 20-point, 10-rebound double-double, James Okonkwo had his second straight double double with 11 points and 10 rebounds, while Victor Ndoukou added another 10.
“The group stage has been a good challenge for us,” GB Head Coach]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u20s-fight-back-against-hungary/Wed, 12 Jul 2023 14:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u20s-fight-back-against-hungary/ The GB forward spent the previous campaign at Darussafaka – playing alongside Gabe Olaseni – with averages of 8.5 points and 3.7 rebounds per game in 22 league appearances.
Yeboah is set to compete in the Basketball Champions League for another season with Galatasaray featuring in the regular season of the competition’s eighth edition.
Galatasaray Nef'e]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/akwasi-yeboah-signs-deal-in-turkey-with-galatasaray/Mon, 10 Jul 2023 08:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/akwasi-yeboah-signs-deal-in-turkey-with-galatasaray/ Despite GB leading by eight early in the fourth, Luxembourg kept the pressure on and reeled off a 15-0 run to take control and run out winners.
James Okonkwo had a 19-point, 13-rebound double-double, despite finishing withe eight turnovers, Zamoku Weluche-Ume was the only other player in double figures with 11, while Louie Tucker added n]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u20s-suffer-fourth-quarter-collapse-to-luxembourg/Sun, 09 Jul 2023 22:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u20s-suffer-fourth-quarter-collapse-to-luxembourg/ Defending champions Glacier Boys came through an overtime thriller to beat Ankd 61-59, while Hoopspace overcame Thames Valley Cavaliers 51-43 in another hard fought encounter.
Ankd capitalised on missed free throws at the end of regulation to force an extra period through a late three from Travis Edwards. However, Glacier Boys would have the final say as a cagey overtime was settled with Kayne]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/glacier-boys-hoopspace-to-meet-in-2023-hoopsfix-pro-am-final/Sun, 09 Jul 2023 18:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/glacier-boys-hoopspace-to-meet-in-2023-hoopsfix-pro-am-final/ GB’s Gabby Nikitinaite came up clutch for Sapphire with a game-winning and-1 to seal a 55-54 triumph over Emerald, while Ruby enjoyed a more comfortable 53-35 success against Diamond to open Week 4 action in Brixton.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)
Ruby raced out of the blocks in the opening]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nikitinaite-sends-sapphire-into-hoopsfix-pro-am-title-showdown-with-ruby/Sun, 09 Jul 2023 15:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nikitinaite-sends-sapphire-into-hoopsfix-pro-am-title-showdown-with-ruby/ GB struggled with a lack of guard play, being unable to look after the ball; they finished with 30 turnovers as Portugal had 21 steals.
Zamoku Weluche-Ume finished with 10 points and seven rebounds, Victor Ndoukou knocked down 11 free throws for his 11 points, while Louis Halliday had nine points on 4/4 shooting.
Daniel Vieira Tuck starred for Port]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/portugal-too-much-for-gb-u20s/Sat, 08 Jul 2023 17:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/portugal-too-much-for-gb-u20s/ Lane Campbell flirted with a triple double with eight points, eight rebounds and 10 assists, recent UNC-commit James Okonkwo was a monster inside with 12 points, 10 rebounds and three blocks, while Zamoku Weluche-Ume led the scoring with 15.
.@kingjmo_32 with the monster block for GB U20s! Watch live at https://t.co/B68DTJDmSX / @FIBA pic.twitter.com/7S8fTBIgOo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u20s-defeat-austria-in-opener/Fri, 07 Jul 2023 23:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u20s-defeat-austria-in-opener/ Coach Patel’s side will compete in Skopje, North Macedonia, in a group alongside Austria, Hungary, Luxembourg and Portugal, with the first game against the Austrians tipping off on Friday July 7 at 8pm BST.The Under-20s is one of the most exciting age groups with it being the players’ final opportunity to represent at junior level before stepping]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-20-men-final-roster-for-euros-announced/Tue, 04 Jul 2023 18:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-20-men-final-roster-for-euros-announced/ The powerhouse Big 12 programme that has produced a number of NBA players – most notably Memphis Grizzlies’ Desmond Bane, is coming off back-to-back second round NCAA tournament appearances and will take on the British sides on Thursday August 10 and 11.
First they will visit East London to face Barking Abbey at 6pm on Thursday 1]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/big-12-school-tcu-to-play-ba-surrey-in-two-game-series/Mon, 03 Jul 2023 10:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/big-12-school-tcu-to-play-ba-surrey-in-two-game-series/ Ankd made it three wins from three by beating London United 50-42 in Pool B with TVC upsetting Vet Status with an impressive 79-58 triumph. In Pool A, Hoopspace suffered their first loss in a 53-58 loss to OT Boyz, while Glacier Boys defeated Surrey Scorchers 79-50 in the battle for second spot.View this post on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tvc-win-big-to-advance-as-hoopsfix-pro-am-semi-finals-are-confirmed/Sun, 02 Jul 2023 19:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tvc-win-big-to-advance-as-hoopsfix-pro-am-semi-finals-are-confirmed/ Semi-finals:Team Emerald v Team SapphireTeam Ruby v Team Diamond
Shanice Beckford-Norton starred with 23 points and six rebounds to lead Ruby past Team Diamond in a 64-50 victory.
Nuri Calderon added 11 points, with Teni Okunrinkoya and Jessie Ford having 10 apiece.MJ Sarkodee-Adoo, in her 2023 Pro-Am debut, led Diamond with 14 points, as Debs Somoye finished with 11.View this post]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wins-for-ruby-sapphire-semi-finals-set-at-hoopsfix-pro-am/Sun, 02 Jul 2023 15:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wins-for-ruby-sapphire-semi-finals-set-at-hoopsfix-pro-am/ The new-look brand brings a refresh to the old logo, with similar inspiration but a more modern feel.
“The rebrand aligns with the new season, the new team, the new arena, and the new era of the Sharks,” Sheffield Sharks GM Sarah Backovic said.“We are incredibly thrilled about the direction in which our organisation is headed. This]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sheffield-sharks-reveal-rebrand/Fri, 30 Jun 2023 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sheffield-sharks-reveal-rebrand/ Widely considered the second best competition in Europe after the EuroLeague – which it is owned by, the EuroCup will see 20 clubs from 14 nations compete for the title, including two each from France, Germany, Italy, Lithuania, Spain and Turkey.
The 20 teams for the –season arepic.twitter.com/J84SiolSTk
— 7DAYS EuroCup (@]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-confirmed-for-second-season-in-eurocup/Thu, 29 Jun 2023 21:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-confirmed-for-second-season-in-eurocup/ It marks a major coup for the capital’s only BBL franchise, as they successfully bring another member of the Great Britain Senior Men’s squad home, having had Luke Nelson, Ovie Soko, Mo Soluade, Tarik Philip, and Kareem Queeley on the roster last year.
Welcome to London, Gabe!@agolaseni
We’re excited to announce Gabriel Olaseni, the GB forward and London]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-sign-gbs-gabe-olaseni/Wed, 28 Jun 2023 20:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-sign-gbs-gabe-olaseni/ Karen Burton has named a squad that features five players that competed in the 2022 edition including Leia Edwards who led GB with 12.6 points and 7.6 rebounds per game.
Liv Forster, Violet Stutz, Grace Strickland and Natalie Charity also return for another campaign in Sofia, Bulgaria.
There are also a quartet of players that ma]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-womens-roster-confirmed-for-european-championships/Wed, 28 Jun 2023 11:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-womens-roster-confirmed-for-european-championships/ The BCL announced the line up on Tuesday evening, with 24 teams in the qualification rounds, vying to be one of the 32 teams in the regular season.
Gladiators will join Bristol Flyers and Newcastle Eagles in Europe – who have both announced they will be playing in the European North Basketball League (ENBL), and th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-to-compete-in-bcl-qualifiers/Tue, 27 Jun 2023 20:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-to-compete-in-bcl-qualifiers/ Wheatle did it on the eve of his 150th appearance for the club, finishing with nine points, nine rebounds and one assist as a starter, and was named to the All-Star Five of the Finals.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Carl Wheatle (@cwheatle)
He finished the finals averaging 9.5 points, 7.0 reb]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/carl-wheatle-wins-italian-a2-title-and-earns-promotion/Mon, 26 Jun 2023 15:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/carl-wheatle-wins-italian-a2-title-and-earns-promotion/ NBA 3X London Presented by Gatorade will feature a 3-on-3 tournament consisting of 72 men’s and women’s teams for players ages 16-18 and 18+, as well as interactive basketball activities open to all fans, including a three-point contest and a dunk contest.Participants will receive NBA 3X jer]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-3x-london-returns-to-clapham-for-2023/Mon, 26 Jun 2023 13:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-3x-london-returns-to-clapham-for-2023/ There was a first win for London United as they edged out Thames Valley Cavaliers 44-43 in Pool B with Ankd moving to 2-0 by beating Vet Status 57-45. In Pool A, Hoopspace recorded their second win after defeating last year’s winners Glacier Boys 52-44, while Surrey Scorchers overcame OT Boyz 55-51 to get their campaign up and running.View]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopspace-ankd-stay-unbeaten-in-week-2-of-hoopsfix-pro-am/Sun, 25 Jun 2023 21:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopspace-ankd-stay-unbeaten-in-week-2-of-hoopsfix-pro-am/ Recent GB debutante Ire Ozzy-Momodu starred in a 59-47 win for Emerald over Ruby with a dominant double-double of 10 points along with 19 rebounds.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)
Shanice Beckford-Norton had a game-high 20 points in the loss as her side trailed throughout the contest.
Emerald had edged ahead at 9-6 after the op]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/emerald-stay-unbeaten-as-ozzy-momodu-shines-in-week-2-of-hoopsfix-pro-am/Sun, 25 Jun 2023 16:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/emerald-stay-unbeaten-as-ozzy-momodu-shines-in-week-2-of-hoopsfix-pro-am/ The move means the Vertu Motors Arena will welcome competitive European basketball to the region for the first time in 33-years when, as the Sunderland Saints, the franchise faced Greece’s PAOK in the 1990–91 FIBA European Cup Winners’ Cup.
Eagles fans are guaranteed at least three midweek fixtures against Europea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/newcastle-eagles-to-enter-europe-for-first-time-in-over-3-decades/Fri, 23 Jun 2023 11:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/newcastle-eagles-to-enter-europe-for-first-time-in-over-3-decades/ The Detroit Pistons are signing Princeton forward Tosan Evbuomwan, his agent @GeorgeLangberg of GSL Sports Group tells @hoopshype.
— Michael Scotto (@MikeAScotto) June 23, 2023
Despite not hearing his name called at the NBA Draft on Thursday night, the NBA dream remains alive, as the contract gives him an opportunity to see NBA minutes.
His journey to make the N]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-signs-free-agent-contract-with-detroit-pistons/Fri, 23 Jun 2023 09:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-signs-free-agent-contract-with-detroit-pistons/ It is no guaranteed thing; Evbuomwan is projected as a late second round pick or undrafted by most draft experts. Fellow Brit Quinn Ellis was looking like he would be in with Tosan, but withdrew after a strong showing at adidas Eurocamp.
Evbuomwan, a former Newcastle Eagle, was named unanimous Ivy League Player of the Year]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-nba-pre-draft-timeline-what-the-web-is-saying/Thu, 22 Jun 2023 15:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-nba-pre-draft-timeline-what-the-web-is-saying/ It means the 2023 EuroBasket campaign is over for GB, as they finish 1-3 but remained competitive throughout while picking up their only win over hosts Slovenia in the opener.
With the loss, any hope of qualification for the Paris 2024 Olympics has also been snuffed out.
As has been a familiar tale, GB fought back from as many as eight down to pull within four in the dying minu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/serbia-end-gbs-eurobasket-quarter-final-hopes/Tue, 20 Jun 2023 22:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/serbia-end-gbs-eurobasket-quarter-final-hopes/ Directed by Alex Donaldson, the just-under-six-minute film documents a familiar story within the British game; Youssef Atwa and Isaiah Gassama are aspiring to play overseas, but end up facing the reality it’s not always possible, though have no intention to stop playing and have found other ways to take forward the game’s positive teachings.
The post &l]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/crossover-short-doc-following-pair-of-young-british-hoopers-premieres/Mon, 19 Jun 2023 14:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/crossover-short-doc-following-pair-of-young-british-hoopers-premieres/ Defending champs Glacier Boys made a statement of intent with a 76-48 rout of OT Boyz, as Hoopspace held off Surrey Scorchers 48-47. Meanwhile, in Pool B a stacked Vet Status roster only just got past a young London United, 62-51, and Ankd beat TVC 30-29 in a slugfest.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoopsfix)
Glacier Boys, featuring no less]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/defending-champs-glacier-boys-impress-in-week-1-of-hoopsfix-pro-am/Mon, 19 Jun 2023 08:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/defending-champs-glacier-boys-impress-in-week-1-of-hoopsfix-pro-am/ Chantel Charles shone in the opener, going 8-of-13 from the floor for 22 points along with five rebounds and two assists in just 20 minutes to lead Emerald to a 70-57 win over Diamond – who had battled back from 15 down in the first half to take a lead.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)
Jess Davies added 10 points, along with Kyla Ne]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/chantel-charles-leads-emerald-in-week-1-of-womens-hoopsfix-pro-am/Mon, 19 Jun 2023 07:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/chantel-charles-leads-emerald-in-week-1-of-womens-hoopsfix-pro-am/ Kristine Anigwe missed two crucial free throws with 19 seconds remaining that would have given GB the lead, and a last second three point attempt from Holly Winterburn would not convert to seal GB’s fate.Although they led through the second quarter, a scoreless drought for the first eight minutes of the third – where GB only scored six points in the period, proved t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-suffer-one-point-loss-at-hands-of-germany/Sun, 18 Jun 2023 21:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-suffer-one-point-loss-at-hands-of-germany/ A slow start for GB saw them chasing from behind as many as double digits but kept the pressure on the powerhouse until the final buzzer.
Temi Fagbenle led GB with 20 points and eight boards, but France had too much collectively.Sydney Wallace was also in double figures for scoring with 17, and yesterday’s Player of the Game Kristine Anigwe contributed seven points and 11 reb]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/france-hold-off-gb-at-eurobasket/Fri, 16 Jun 2023 23:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/france-hold-off-gb-at-eurobasket/ GB fought back from as many as 18 down in the first half, showing their resolve as they rode big performances from Kristine Anigwe and Holly Winterburn.
Anigwe finished with 15 points, 14 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals and 1 block, while Winterburn had 15 points, 7 rebounds and six assists.
“Just a huge win, a huge win,” Winterburn said after the game]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-stun-hosts-slovenia-in-eurobasket-women-opener/Thu, 15 Jun 2023 19:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-stun-hosts-slovenia-in-eurobasket-women-opener/ He is currently a senior leader within education in Scotland, Tony joins the club as their first CEO in history, joining the leadership team as they prepare for a crucial 2023/24 season, and the move to their new East Kilbride arena.
“I’m]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-announces-tony-mcdaid-as-ceo/Thu, 15 Jun 2023 09:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-announces-tony-mcdaid-as-ceo/ Sponsored by Contested.com and Stance Socks, names set to suit up once again in the men’s category include the likes of GB’s Akwasi Yeboah, Carl Wheatle, Josh Steel, Amin Adamu, Jordan Williams, Kofi Josephs, and Matthew Bryan-Amaning while there will also be anti]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/teams-set-as-hoopsfix-pro-am-prepares-for-brixton-debut/Wed, 14 Jun 2023 15:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/teams-set-as-hoopsfix-pro-am-prepares-for-brixton-debut/ GB will compete in all three age groups – Under-20, Under-18 and Under-16 – for the first time since 2019 – with all six teams in Division B action. The individual tournaments take place between July 7 and August 19 – see schedule below.
Preparation programmes have been put in place for each team and initial squads have been invited to ta]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u20-u18-amp-u16-men-and-women-training-camp-rosters-released/Wed, 14 Jun 2023 10:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u20-u18-amp-u16-men-and-women-training-camp-rosters-released/ Ahead of the GB Senior Women embarking on their EuroBasket campaign, Grant went public with his views pointing to drastic underfunding of the sport and challenges of being a federation without any full time employees.
“There’s a limit to what the National Federation of a major sport can do with ZERO f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-lsquountenable-amp-unsustainablersquo-says-chair-chris-grant-in-open-letter/Wed, 14 Jun 2023 09:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-lsquountenable-amp-unsustainablersquo-says-chair-chris-grant-in-open-letter/ The platform will include live streams of the national teams, starting with GB at EuroBasket Women, as well as being the only place to watch GB U20s, U18s and U16s Junior National Teams this summer as the six men’s and women’s sides compete in the FIBA European Youth Championships – bringing an end to free]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-launches-ott-platform-gbbasketballtv/Wed, 14 Jun 2023 09:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-launches-ott-platform-gbbasketballtv/ The post The next Brit looking to make the NBA – Tosan Evbuomwan | BBC Sport appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/the-next-brit-looking-to-make-the-nba-tosan-evbuomwan-bbc-sport/Tue, 13 Jun 2023 20:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/the-next-brit-looking-to-make-the-nba-tosan-evbuomwan-bbc-sport/ Both saw off stiff competition in the outdoor, straight knockout, 5-on-5 tournament that featured a number of high level British players.OTS featuring a number of Richmond Knights alumni on an all under-19 team, had Michael Belle, Brandon Tchouya, Ridley Shema, Peter and Stephen As]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ots-powerpuff-gyals-qualify-for-summer-jam-european-finals/Tue, 13 Jun 2023 20:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ots-powerpuff-gyals-qualify-for-summer-jam-european-finals/ Despite the performance and good feedback from NBA teams, he withdrew his name from the NBA draft on Sunday night, his agency Tangram Sports told Hoopsfix.MVP de la compétition : VJ Edgecombe 5 de la compétition :
– Nadir Hifi– Quinn Ellis– Lucas Ugolin– Kwasi Boateng– Mouhamet Diouf Rising Stars :
– Tidjane Salaun– Mikel Brown Jr. #Pu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/quinn-ellis-named-to-eurocamp-all-tournament-team-but-withdraws-from-draft/Tue, 13 Jun 2023 19:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/quinn-ellis-named-to-eurocamp-all-tournament-team-but-withdraws-from-draft/ The 6’4″ star brings a wealth of international, Euroleague and WNBA experience to the Lions, as they are rumoured to be entering the EuroLeague Women for the coming season.The one-year deal will see the Olympian play at home for the first time, following a standout career overseas which included a WNBA Championship in 2017 with the Minnesota Lynx.
“We are delighted to hav]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-announce-signing-of-temi-fagbenle-for-2023-24/Mon, 12 Jun 2023 21:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-announce-signing-of-temi-fagbenle-for-2023-24/ Chema Buceta has included a handful of new faces in the lineup including the recently crowned WBBL MVP Kiki Herbert-Harrigan and naturalised guard Sydney Wallace.
“I am sure this team which we have selected after three weeks of practice is going to represent Great Britain very well at EuroBasket,” said head coach Buceta.
Temi Fagbenl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-women-final-12-confirmed-for-eurobasket/Mon, 12 Jun 2023 11:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-women-final-12-confirmed-for-eurobasket/ Back for the first time since 2017, the international camp’s 16th edition returns to where it all began at the La Ghirada Sports Complex in Treviso, Italy on June 9-11.It is historically attended by hundreds of NBA and EuroLeague team personnel, coaches, scouts and agents]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/quinn-ellis-ines-goryanova-receive-invites-to-adidas-eurocamp/Thu, 08 Jun 2023 10:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/quinn-ellis-ines-goryanova-receive-invites-to-adidas-eurocamp/ The 2004-born forward originally intended to head to Central Arizona College at JUCO level alongside Millie Pearson, but has now signed to play with the Texans next season.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Tarleton Women’s Basketball (@tarletonwbb)McKenzie was part of the Copleston side that reached the semi-finals in the WEABL – averaging]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/anya-mckenzie-04-born-commits-to-tarleton-university/Mon, 05 Jun 2023 19:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/anya-mckenzie-04-born-commits-to-tarleton-university/ The Newcastle Eagles’ Marc Steutel is officially appointed after four years where he has essentially been in the role with former]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/marc-steutel-officially-appointed-gb-head-coach-clark-named-gm/Mon, 05 Jun 2023 11:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/marc-steutel-officially-appointed-gb-head-coach-clark-named-gm/ Chema Buceta’s side were brushed aside in an opening 98-44 defeat on Thursday before an improved display saw them beaten 66-48 on Friday evening.
“These two games have been very important for us as the first games we’ve played in our preparations for Women’s EuroBasket,” Buceta said, via GB’s official website. &]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-women-open-eurobasket-prep-in-prague/Mon, 05 Jun 2023 09:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-women-open-eurobasket-prep-in-prague/ The Barking Abbey guard finished with a team-high 21 points along with eight rebounds in the 96-66 victory for Team Black.
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Cholevinskas capped an impressive season having also claimed MVP honours in the EABL Southern Conference.
The post Nedas Cholevinskas takes over]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nedas-cholevinskas-takes-over-to-pick-up-under-19-mens-mvp/Tue, 30 May 2023 23:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nedas-cholevinskas-takes-over-to-pick-up-under-19-mens-mvp/ The Barking Abbey guard/forward posted 23 points along with seven rebounds, six assists and four steals in the Team White 91-53 victory at Crystal Palace, on Sunday.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)
Janneh is headed Stateside next season as one of several Brits joining NCAA Division 1 school Saint Peter’s under the guidance of sisters]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/fatmata-janneh-shines-as-under-19-womens-mvp-in-all-round-performance/Tue, 30 May 2023 23:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/fatmata-janneh-shines-as-under-19-womens-mvp-in-all-round-performance/ The GB guard contributed 13 points, four rebounds and three assists in the series decider, on Monday, as his side defeated Komarno 78-61 for a 4-3 overall triumph.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Devon van Oostrum (@devonvanoostrum)
Van Oostrum averaged 10.6 points, 4.5 rebounds and 5.1 assists across 29 league appearances in Slovakia having started the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/devon-van-oostrum-wins-slovak-basketball-league-title-in-game-7-decider/Tue, 30 May 2023 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/devon-van-oostrum-wins-slovak-basketball-league-title-in-game-7-decider/ The GB guard started the Finals series off with a 24-point haul with his side going on to wrap up a 3-1 victory over BC Vienna – winning 83-79 in Game 4.
Treble complete— Dwayne Lautier-Ogunleye (@2dlo3) May 29, 2023
Lautier-Ogunleye averaged 11.4 points across 43 appearances for the club this season along with 3.2 rebounds and 3.1 assists in just under 22 min]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/dwayne-lautier-ogunleye-completes-austrian-treble-with-swans-gmunden/Tue, 30 May 2023 08:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/dwayne-lautier-ogunleye-completes-austrian-treble-with-swans-gmunden/ Vince Macaulay’s side ran out comfortable winners behind the performances of Nedas Cholevinskas and Chudi Dioramma at Crystal Palace, on Sunday.
Cholevinskas took home the MVP award with 21 points, eight rebounds and four steals, while Dioramma added 12 points, 12 rebounds and four blocks with Louie Tucker contributing 16 points off the bench.
Box score.
Dioram]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/team-black-power-past-team-white-in-hasc23-under-19-mens-game/Sun, 28 May 2023 21:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/team-black-power-past-team-white-in-hasc23-under-19-mens-game/ With a final round score of 140, Philip joined the event’s list of illustrious names to be crowned champion of the contest.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoopsfix)
Philip flew over his fellow finalists Campbell and Declan Kom to finish with a flourish for his second perfect dunk of the final round.
Campbell failed to dunk]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/josiah-philip-wows-crowd-as-dunk-contest-champion-at-hasc23/Sun, 28 May 2023 20:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/josiah-philip-wows-crowd-as-dunk-contest-champion-at-hasc23/ Fatmata Janneh claimed the MVP award with an impressive statline of 23 points, seven rebounds, six assists and four steals, while Ebere Egbirika was another standout candidate with a game-high of 26 points.Meanwhile, Abbey Whitehouse also added a double-double of 13 points and 10 rebounds in the win, with Team Black led by Faye Endean’s 15 points.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/team-white-put-on-a-show-to-win-under-19-womens-game-at-hasc23/Sun, 28 May 2023 18:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/team-white-put-on-a-show-to-win-under-19-womens-game-at-hasc23/ The Milton Keynes guard edged out Nedas Cholevinskas in a thrilling finale on the final rack to become the latest winner of the contest.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoopsfix)
Cholevinskas set his rival a score of 12 to beat in the final round and Issekya left it late with two scores from the corner sealing the victory.
Six players competed in th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/william-issekya-claims-hasc23-3-point-shootout-title/Sun, 28 May 2023 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/william-issekya-claims-hasc23-3-point-shootout-title/ The trio will go head-to-head to compete for the coveted title as they look to join the long list of illustrious winners dating back to Myles Hesson winning the inaugural crown in 2014.
Charles Okafor was the 2022 champion after edging Sheffield teammate Kom in the final with the bouncy guard missing out on top spot by just two points.
Kom ret]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/trio-to-battle-it-out-for-dunk-contest-title-at-hasc23/Sat, 27 May 2023 13:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/trio-to-battle-it-out-for-dunk-contest-title-at-hasc23/ Anna Nevison, Liv Forster and Fats Janneh are the representatives from the Under-19 Women’s game, while Nedas Cholevinskas, Louie Tucker and William Issekya take part from the Under-19 Men’s game.
Each player will have a minute to score as many points as possible with five balls in five racks including a ‘money’ ball whic]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/participants-confirmed-for-3-point-shootout-at-hasc23/Sat, 27 May 2023 13:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/participants-confirmed-for-3-point-shootout-at-hasc23/ The event will be streamed live in its entirety as the venue is soldout for the second successive year at Crystal Palace on Sunday.Follow @Hoopsfix and @HoopsfixWomen on all platforms for all the latest action from across the event. Also search and use #HASC23 across all channels.
Here are the individual streams below:
Saturday 27th May, 2023
Coa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/how-to-follow-the-2023-hoopsfix-all-star-classic-hasc23/Sat, 27 May 2023 08:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/how-to-follow-the-2023-hoopsfix-all-star-classic-hasc23/ Last month, it was basketball with England’s Under-18s in the Four Nations Tournament and right now it’s football as Cox has been in Estonia as part of England’s Under-17 squad competing in the European Championships.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)
Co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/katie-cox-combining-talents-in-basketball-and-football/Wed, 24 May 2023 18:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/katie-cox-combining-talents-in-basketball-and-football/ The England Under-18 guard is suiting up for Team White in the Under-19 Men’s game as the top junior talent from the UK convenes at Crystal Palace.“I’m really looking forward to it,” Goodwin told Hoopsfix. “It’s my first Hoopsfix All-Star Classic and I can’t wait to be involved.
“It’s a massive pleasure to be select]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/matthew-goodwin-ready-to-bring-the-energy-at-hasc23/Tue, 23 May 2023 20:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/matthew-goodwin-ready-to-bring-the-energy-at-hasc23/ WBBL MVP Kiki Herbert-Harrigan is one of the newcomers in the squad alongside naturalised guard Sydney Wallace, while Kristine Anigwe is also included despite currently playing in the WNBA with Chicago Sky.
There are only six players that featured in the qualification triumph back in February with Chantelle Handy and Azania Stewart since retiring, while Cheridene Green and G]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-women-roster-revealed-for-eurobasket-training-camp/Tue, 23 May 2023 11:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-women-roster-revealed-for-eurobasket-training-camp/ Now headline sponsored by the global retailer, JD, the tour will feature six qualifying events and two days of national finals.
As well was returning to the capital, JD Ball Out 3×3 will stop at Essex – taking in the spectacular art courts at Writtle University College – and Manchester, and a new special]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ball-out-33-returns-for-2023-national-tour/Sat, 20 May 2023 19:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ball-out-33-returns-for-2023-national-tour/ Cristina Stanciuca and Rob Fairley will go head-to-head in the Under-19 Women’s game, while Vince Macaulay and Liam Jefferson are on the sidelines for the Under-19 Men’s game with both contests taking place at Crystal Palace on Sunday 28th May (limited tickets still remaining, buy now!).
Macaulay is one of the great names of British Basketball with decades of service to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/head-coaches-confirmed-for-hasc23/Thu, 18 May 2023 20:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/head-coaches-confirmed-for-hasc23/ The tour will take place from June 5th to June 9th in four key cities in Europe (Milan, Berlin, Paris, London), with the London stop occurring on June 9th.Together with Puma, LaMelo Ball will visit each city for a day, where they will offer the opportunity for fans to immerse themselves in Puma Hoops and Melo’s universes.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoopsf]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/lamelo-ball-coming-to-london-on-pumas-first-european-tour/Wed, 17 May 2023 10:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/lamelo-ball-coming-to-london-on-pumas-first-european-tour/ The Hoopsfix All-Star Classic 2021 took place at Battersea Sports Centre in South London.
Tickets are still available for the 2023 edition, which can be bought here.
The post Behind the scenes of the 2021 Hoopsfix All-Star Classic appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/behind-the-scenes-of-the-2021-hoopsfix-all-star-classic/Mon, 15 May 2023 21:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/behind-the-scenes-of-the-2021-hoopsfix-all-star-classic/ Ice Cube and Kwatinetz will host the games at the O2 Arena on Saturday 26th August, from 6pm, to make a 1pm ET broadcast time in the US where it will be shown on CBS and Paramount+.
The playoffs will be held on August 19 in Washington, D.C. at Capital O]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/the-big3-to-bring-championship-and-all-star-game-to-londons-o2-in-august/Mon, 15 May 2023 17:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/the-big3-to-bring-championship-and-all-star-game-to-londons-o2-in-august/ The American guard revealed his decision to former teammate Drew Lasker to bring to an end a pro career that began in 2011 and included eight seasons in the BBL.
Fletcher will go down as one of the BBL greats as a two-time league MVP having won nine titles in the BBL with Newcastle Eagles and made the Team of the Year on five occasions.
He was a three]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/rahmon-fletcher-announces-retirement-from-professional-basketball/Mon, 15 May 2023 09:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/rahmon-fletcher-announces-retirement-from-professional-basketball/ The versatile ‘point-forward’ has spent the weekend at the camp which gives NBA Draft prospects an opportunity to showcase their skills in front of NBA and NBA G League scouts, coaches and front-office executives..@tosan_Evb flies in for the two handed putback!pic.twitter.com/0fdcCYIjHA
— Hoopsfix (@Hoopsfix) May 14, 2023
Evbuomwan and the other athletes particip]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-receives-nba-combine-invite/Mon, 15 May 2023 08:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-receives-nba-combine-invite/ Williams and Bonn only trailed after the first possession of the game and rapidly took over and never looked back to get a 77-70 win over Hapoel Jerusalem in front of 10,437 fans at the Martin Carpena arena in Malaga.
He also caught a nasty body!pic.twitter.com/0NUTvYTFWm
— Hoopsfix (@Hoopsfix) May 14, 2023
The 6’8″ forw]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/deane-williams-wins-bcl-championship-with-bonn/Mon, 15 May 2023 08:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/deane-williams-wins-bcl-championship-with-bonn/ Ryan Schmidt’s side overcame the six-time playoffs winners despite being without season MVP Sam Dekker as the Lions added to their Cup and Championship titles.
Jordan Taylor top scored in the win with 15 points along with seven assists, while Miye Oni added 14 points, 10 rebounds and five assists with Aaron Best al]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-claim-maiden-bbl-playoffs-title/Sun, 14 May 2023 19:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-claim-maiden-bbl-playoffs-title/ The news, first reported by journalist Mark Woods last week, means there will only be three pieces of silverware up for grabs next season, with the All-Star game taking place in March to replace the Trophy final which nows moves to January in replacement of the Cup.
The All-Star game will feature a North vs South exhibition, with fan]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-announces-competition-changes-for-2023-24-season/Sun, 14 May 2023 17:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-announces-competition-changes-for-2023-24-season/ It was far from a classic, but it was a fourth piece of silverware of the season – and 10th overall – for the Lions as they rounded out another perfect season, on Sunday afternoon.
Kat Snytsina top scored with 11 points in the win with Ty Battle collecting 15 rebounds to go with eight points as the Finals MVP, while Holly Winterburn also added 11 poi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-sweep-again-with-wbbl-playoffs-title/Sun, 14 May 2023 15:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-sweep-again-with-wbbl-playoffs-title/ The Lions are vying for a second successive clean sweep having already claimed the Cup, Trophy and Championship titles, while the Riders will be out to spoil the party in the capital.
Road to the Finals
Two contrasting runs to the finals with London brushing aside Newcastle Eagles in an opening 86-37 victory before defeating former winners S]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/preview-2023-wbbl-playoffs-final-london-lions-v-leicester-riders/Sun, 14 May 2023 10:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/preview-2023-wbbl-playoffs-final-london-lions-v-leicester-riders/ It could be a historic treble for the Lions as they aim to back up their Cup and Championship crowns, though they face a side steeped in success when it comes to big games with the Riders having won four of the last five season finales.
Road to the Finals
The Lions opened up as the top seeds in the quarter-finals with a 207-164 victory over Newcastle Eagles with a 30-poin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/preview-2023-bbl-playoffs-final-london-lions-v-leicester-riders/Sun, 14 May 2023 10:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/preview-2023-bbl-playoffs-final-london-lions-v-leicester-riders/ The former WNBA first round pick played a leading role for London Lions as they captured a repeat WBBL Championship title to add to their Cup and Trophy crowns.Highlights of @2121Mikiah impressive 2022-23 season to take the @WBBLofficial MVP award! pic.twitter.com/wuSr6hlWm5
— Hoopsfix Women (@HoopsfixWomen) May 12, 2023
Herbert-Harrigan was the second-leading scorer in the league with 18.7 poin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/kiki-herbert-harrigan-named-wbbl-mvp-for-2022-23-season/Fri, 12 May 2023 11:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/kiki-herbert-harrigan-named-wbbl-mvp-for-2022-23-season/ The star forward posted averages of 17.1 points, 5.2 rebounds and 3.1 assists per game across 21 league appearances having played a major role in the success of London Lions this season.View this post on InstagramA post shared by British Basketball League (@bblofficial)
Dekker was also named MVP in the BBL Cup final triumph over Leicester Riders before helping the team capture the regular season title.
He picked]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sam-dekker-scoops-bbl-mvp-award-for-2022-23-season/Fri, 12 May 2023 11:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sam-dekker-scoops-bbl-mvp-award-for-2022-23-season/ Bristol Flyers’ King edged out Sam Dekker and Caledonia’s David Sloan in the voting from members of the media having averaged 18.2 points, 6.6 rebounds and 2.0 assists per game in the BBL.
“I’d like to thank the BJA for recognising me as Player of the Year, and I’m honoured to be the first Flyers player to win this award,” King said, via rel]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/vj-king-kiki-herbert-harrigan-headline-2022-23-bja-awards/Fri, 12 May 2023 08:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/vj-king-kiki-herbert-harrigan-headline-2022-23-bja-awards/ Speaking at SportsPro Live, Aaron Radin said they are batting away interest from potential new franchisees, naming Birmingham, Cardiff, Dublin, Belfast, Leeds and Liverpool as candidates, but wants the foundations laid to give any new clubs the best opportunity for success.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoopsfix)
“There’s not almost a day that]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-wants-to-set-right-foundation-before-bringing-in-new-franchises/Thu, 11 May 2023 21:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-wants-to-set-right-foundation-before-bringing-in-new-franchises/ The post How Milton Keynes’ Jeremy Sochan made the NBA | BBC Sport appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/how-milton-keynes-jeremy-sochan-made-the-nba-bbc-sport/Thu, 11 May 2023 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/how-milton-keynes-jeremy-sochan-made-the-nba-bbc-sport/ The GB Under-18 forward had another improved campaign with the Welsh club with averages of 11.4 points, 4.3 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.3 blocks per game.
11.4 PPG, 4.3 RPG, 2.3 APG, 1.3 BPG
Rising star @IssyBunyan impressed for @ArchersBasket to earn the WBBL Young Player of the Year award! pic.twitter.com/2H6UsBxCCd
— Hoopsfix Women (@Hoopsfi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/issy-bunyan-picks-up-wbbl-young-player-of-the-year-award/Wed, 10 May 2023 08:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/issy-bunyan-picks-up-wbbl-young-player-of-the-year-award/ Dekker has agreed a new three-year deal to remain in the English capital with Sharma’s deal through to the end of 2025 – the club announced on Tuesday.View this post on InstagramA post shared by London Lions Basketball Club (@londonlions)
The Lions are chasing a domestic treble this weekend as they look to add the Playoffs title to the league and Cup double, w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-sign-sam-dekker-josh-sharma-to-multi-year-extensions/Tue, 09 May 2023 20:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-sign-sam-dekker-josh-sharma-to-multi-year-extensions/ The first round draft pick averaged 11.0 points, 5.3 rebounds and 2.5 assists per game across 56 appearances for San Antonio Spurs and is one of six rookies to have at least 600 points, 200 rebounds and 100 assists, despite missing 26 games due to injury.He finished the season ranked in eight rookie top-10 categories.
NBA ALL-ROOKIE SECOND TEAM!!!
: https://t.co/lpikREKigt pic.twitter.com/IysRPgQdGu
&mdas]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jeremy-sochan-named-to-nba-all-rookie-second-team/Tue, 09 May 2023 12:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jeremy-sochan-named-to-nba-all-rookie-second-team/ This follows the appointment of the Head Coaches for the GB teams, who will compete in all three age groups – Under-20, Under-18 and Under-16 – for the first time since 2019.
GB Junior Nation Team Assistant Head Coaches and Team Managers*:
U16 MenAssistant Coach – Dan Petts (Monbus Obradoiro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-names-assistant-coaches-amp-team-managers-for-gb-youth-teams/Fri, 05 May 2023 20:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-names-assistant-coaches-amp-team-managers-for-gb-youth-teams/ With CPD opportunities for coaches continuing to be hard to come by, the Hoopsfix Foundation will provide nine sessions of on court and off court education with nine leading coaches, on the day before and morning of the All-Star showcase.
Limited tic]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-all-star-classic-coaching-conference-returns-in-partnership-with-bca/Thu, 04 May 2023 14:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-all-star-classic-coaching-conference-returns-in-partnership-with-bca/ 24 of the brightest young players in the UK have been selected to compete in the latest edition of the British Basketball showcase, which takes place at Crystal Palace on Saturday 28th May (tickets still available to purchase by clicking here).
Last year’s MVP Issy Bunyan is one of 10 returning players to compete with a large number of players set to be involved in GB junior actio]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/under-19-womens-game-rosters-revealed-for-hasc23/Wed, 03 May 2023 19:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/under-19-womens-game-rosters-revealed-for-hasc23/ 24 of the brightest young players in the UK have been selected to compete in the latest edition of the British Basketball showcase, which takes place at Crystal Palace on Saturday 28th May (tickets still available to purchase by clicking here).
Five players return to compete in the event for a second time with a number of debutantes from both home and abroad.
Haringey Hawks centre and recent]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/under-19-mens-game-rosters-announced-for-hasc23/Wed, 03 May 2023 19:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/under-19-mens-game-rosters-announced-for-hasc23/ The BBF said in a statement that Reinking “unfortunately cannot commit the time needed to continue in the role as Head Coach and, following consultation with the BBF, has vacated the position”.Following his hiring in 2019, Reinking has been unavailable for six out of the eight FIBA competition window]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nate-reinking-out-as-gb-head-coach-as-bbf-begins-recruitment/Wed, 03 May 2023 11:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nate-reinking-out-as-gb-head-coach-as-bbf-begins-recruitment/ In their latest promo piece for the BBL Play-Off finals, Leicester Riders star and high-flyer Blake “The Showman” Bowman headed 52 meters up onto the iconic roof of The O2, performing and recreating one iconic dunk for each of the qualifying teams who have made it through to this year’s BBL play-offs.After eight dunks, it was Bowman’s very own win]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/blake-bowman-re-creates-bbl-dunks-on-top-of-o2-in-finals-promo/Wed, 03 May 2023 11:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/blake-bowman-re-creates-bbl-dunks-on-top-of-o2-in-finals-promo/ Fresh off a top-three season in the BBL Championship, Bristol will join London Lions and Leicester Riders as British teams who represented on the continent this season, as they play in the two year old competition that was established for professional clubs in Northern, Central and Eastern Europe, w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bristol-flyers-to-compete-in-europe-entering-enbl/Wed, 03 May 2023 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bristol-flyers-to-compete-in-europe-entering-enbl/ One of the greatest players in the WBBL era, Naylor finishes up at Sheffield Hatters having first been involved with the club as a teenager.
“I’ve played basketball for as long as I can remember, and have loved my time in the WBBL with the Hatters. The decision to retire from the WBBL is an easy one – it’s definitely time,” Naylor told Hoopsfix.
“I have some]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/helen-naylor-confirms-retirement-from-professional-basketball/Mon, 01 May 2023 10:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/helen-naylor-confirms-retirement-from-professional-basketball/ Under-18 Boys
Final: Manchester Magic vs London Elite (4:45pm)
Semi-Final 1The hometown Magic delighted the Manchester crowd with a convincing 78-59 victory over the Haringey Hawks.
Joe Buchanan led the scoring charge with 26 points and 5 rebounds, while teammate Shaquille Furlonge dominated the boards with 16 points and 1]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/junior-final-fours-2023-live-streams-stats-amp-recaps/Sun, 30 Apr 2023 08:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/junior-final-fours-2023-live-streams-stats-amp-recaps/ Organised by media outlet Rebound, the one-day showcase will pit stars from both the NBL and WNBL against each other, with a skills challenge, 3-point shoot out, dunk contest and male and female all-star games.
“I am really excited to announce that the Rebound All-Stars event will not be a one and done,” Rebound founder Chris Hughes said. “With the hel]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/rebound-all-stars-set-for-return-to-showcase-national-league/Sat, 29 Apr 2023 09:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/rebound-all-stars-set-for-return-to-showcase-national-league/ The coaches around the league will be voting for the official WBBL awards, which are usually announced in the lead up to the playoffs final at The O2.
All-First Team
Lauren Saiki – a first full season in the league, the guard helped orchestrate the Archers to a seventh place finish – becoming only the third ever player to record 175+ in a single league season.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-awards-who-should-be-the-wbbl-mvp-for-2022-23/Wed, 26 Apr 2023 09:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-awards-who-should-be-the-wbbl-mvp-for-2022-23/ The 2003-born rising star is averaging 11.6 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 1.2 steals for Novipiú Casale Monferrato in Italy Serie A2 this season, where he is on loan after signing a four-year deal with EuroCup side Trento in June 2022.
“Quinn is the perfect example of hard work,” Ellis’ agent Marco Calise of Tangram Sports told Hoopsfix.&l]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/quinn-ellis-enters-name-into-2023-nba-draft/Tue, 25 Apr 2023 07:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/quinn-ellis-enters-name-into-2023-nba-draft/ Taylor Johnson and Aaryn Rai picked up co-MVPs, as Johnson finished with 20 points, 13 rebounds and 3 assists, and Rai had 12 points, 19 rebounds and nine assists.
“A lot has gone into it,” Johnson said after the game. “We played 41 games, we practiced twice a week, we’ve worked for this all yea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hemel-storm-complete-rare-sweep-with-nbl-d1-playoff-title/Sun, 23 Apr 2023 18:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hemel-storm-complete-rare-sweep-with-nbl-d1-playoff-title/ Live stats.
For Hemel, they are one game away from perfection. Already 40-0 in all competitions, they have showcased their ability to win as a team, with proof of their mental toughness shown in their narrow 86-83 semi-final win over Reading Rockets as well as a 117-76 first-round win over Solent Kestrels.They own a perfect 3]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-hemel-storm-vs-worthing-thunder-nbl-d1-final-330pm/Sun, 23 Apr 2023 16:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-hemel-storm-vs-worthing-thunder-nbl-d1-final-330pm/ In a repeat of last year’s final – which was won by CoLA – it was this season’s league champions that prevailed.
WNBL D1 Playoff Champions #KestrelsFamily #Champions pic.twitter.com/OZqKCud8Le
— Team Solent Kestrels (@SolentKestrels) April 23, 2023
Faye Endean backed up her Player of the Year status with the Finals MVP award after finishing with 18 poin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/solent-kestrels-beat-cola-to-win-wnbl-d1-playoffs-title/Sun, 23 Apr 2023 15:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/solent-kestrels-beat-cola-to-win-wnbl-d1-playoffs-title/ Live stats.
Only this season, the roles are reversed as Solent, who lost out 55-53 last April, come into Sunday’s final as WNBL1 champions with last season’s league winners going into the finale as the third seed.
What hasn’t changed though is both teams’ desire to compete and win and if the two league fixtures are anything]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-team-solent-kestrels-v-cola-southwark-pride-wnbl-d1-playoff-final-1pm/Sun, 23 Apr 2023 13:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-team-solent-kestrels-v-cola-southwark-pride-wnbl-d1-playoff-final-1pm/ MVP Martyn Gayle had 20 points and 10 rebounds to lead his hometown side, Ronald Oberia added 18 points, seven rebounds and three steals, with Kayne King adding 12 points, seven rebounds and seven assists.
Going in as favourites after a 21-1 regular season and two wins from two against their North West counterparts, th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/city-of-birmingham-rockets-take-nbl-d2-playoff-crown/Sat, 22 Apr 2023 20:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/city-of-birmingham-rockets-take-nbl-d2-playoff-crown/ Sarah Cooney dominated in every facet of the game to claim MVP honours, finishing with 36 points, 11 rebounds, eight steals and seven assists despite battling with foul trouble as Sheffield led from the opening tip to the final buzzer, extending their lead to as many as 27 in the process.
For]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sheffield-hatters-ii-complete-perfect-season-with-wnbl-d2-playoff-title/Sat, 22 Apr 2023 19:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sheffield-hatters-ii-complete-perfect-season-with-wnbl-d2-playoff-title/ Live stats.
It’s an all-North conference affair to close proceedings on day one, with both teams coming through some tough playoff games to make it this far.
CoB topped #8 seeds Greenwich Titans 89-69 in the opening round before beating #5 seeds Worcester Wolves last weekend 70-55, adding those two post-season wins to a near-perfect 21-1 league campaig]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-st-helens-saints-nbl-d2-playoff-final-6pm/Sat, 22 Apr 2023 16:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-city-of-birmingham-rockets-vs-st-helens-saints-nbl-d2-playoff-final-6pm/ Live stats.
The Hatters are the most successful franchise in the game, and with their first team now residing in the WBBL, that leaves the seconds to carry the torch in the WNBL.
Hatters II have done just that, going 13-3 in 2021/22 and winning the WNBL Division Two playoff crown with an 84-64 win over Manchester Mystics II, following that up with a perfect 12-0 record]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-sheffield-hatters-ii-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-wnbl-d2-playoff-final-330pm/Sat, 22 Apr 2023 15:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-sheffield-hatters-ii-vs-city-of-birmingham-rockets-wnbl-d2-playoff-final-330pm/ Blayne Freckleton was unstoppable, knocking down ten three-pointers on his way to a 39-point outing and MVP honours, as Breakers punctuated an incredible season that included an 18-0 regular season to win the Division 3 East League title, along with a semi-final appearance in the National Cup, where they took a number of higher division scalps.
Cap]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/freckleton-on-fire-as-mk-breakers-win-division-3-in-first-nbl-season/Sat, 22 Apr 2023 15:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/freckleton-on-fire-as-mk-breakers-win-division-3-in-first-nbl-season/ Live stats.
In their first season as a club, Milton Keynes have achieved plenty. Taking the East Conference by storm, the Breakers went a perfect 18-0 across the regular season. Their +845 points difference gives an average margin of victory of nearly 47 points, displaying their dominance against all-comers this year.
A run to the semi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-milton-keynes-breakers-vs-uel-london-lions-nbl-division-3-final/Sat, 22 Apr 2023 13:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-milton-keynes-breakers-vs-uel-london-lions-nbl-division-3-final/ The 25-year-old NBA champion joins majority owners 777 Partners, along with minority shareholders Femi Oyeniran and Nicky ‘Slimting’ Walker.View this post on InstagramA post shared by London Lions Basketball Club (@londonlions)
“It’s great to see everything that is going on in British basketball right now,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/og-anunoby-becomes-minority-owner-of-london-lions/Wed, 19 Apr 2023 09:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/og-anunoby-becomes-minority-owner-of-london-lions/ Adam Davies’ side completed the triumph with a resounding win over Scotland on Thursday to back up previous wins over Wales and Ireland.
England opened their campaign by beating Wales 109-65 on Day 1 with Nedas Cholevinskas and Sebastian Emenalo both scoring 17 points in a dominant win.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoopsfix)
They returned to action 24 h]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/england-under-18-men-complete-sweep-of-2023-four-nations-tournament/Fri, 14 Apr 2023 12:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/england-under-18-men-complete-sweep-of-2023-four-nations-tournament/ Bennison was an art teacher who discovered his passion for basketball while working at Brinnington Secondary School in Stockport more than 60 years ago.
In 1963, he founded the Brinnington Lapwings basketball club, which later became Stockport Louvolites, then Stockport Lapwings, and finally, the present-day Stockport Basketball Club. Under]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jim-bennison-mbe-stockport-basketball-stalwart-passes-away/Fri, 14 Apr 2023 09:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jim-bennison-mbe-stockport-basketball-stalwart-passes-away/ Lauren Milligan’s side fell to a seven-point against Ireland either side of wins over Scotland and Wales to finish with a 2-1 record in the second edition of the tournament.
On the opening day on Wednesday, Liv Forster fired in 26 points to lead England past Scotland in a 60-33 success as they kept their opponents to single figures in each of the first]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/england-under-18-women-finish-second-to-ireland-in-2023-four-nations-tournament/Fri, 14 Apr 2023 08:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/england-under-18-women-finish-second-to-ireland-in-2023-four-nations-tournament/ The Lions could be crowned league champions on Sunday, while there are some huge games in the race for the playoffs.
Here’s the latest look at the current outlook for each team:
[Q] 1: London Lions (16-1)
The Lions are on the brink of a second league title which could be sealed on Sunday. Two more wins were collected as they first dismantled Newcastle 88-36 behind]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/the-wbbl-run-in-30-lions-close-in-on-repeat-league-title/Fri, 14 Apr 2023 06:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/the-wbbl-run-in-30-lions-close-in-on-repeat-league-title/ Badalona, a number 2 seed who went 13-5 through the regular season, were helped by Lions’ woeful free throw shooting, as they converted just 17 of 27 for a 63% clip, and rebounding, where they gave up 15 offensive boards.
It brings an end to Lions’ historic European campaign that saw them become t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-eurocup-run-comes-to-end-at-hands-of-badalona/Wed, 12 Apr 2023 22:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-eurocup-run-comes-to-end-at-hands-of-badalona/ Twelve games total are on the schedule, as the England squads won both the men and women’s category last year.Live streams, timings and stats can be found below:
Day 1 – Wednesday 12th April
Game 1 (09:00)
Wales vs England U18 Men
Live stats
Game 2 (11:00)
Wales vs Ireland U18 Women
Live stats
Game 3 (13:00)
Scotlan]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/u18-four-nations-tournament-schedule-live-streams-amp-stats/Wed, 12 Apr 2023 10:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/u18-four-nations-tournament-schedule-live-streams-amp-stats/ Discounted early bird tickets are now on sale as the showcase of the top junior talent in British basketball sets to sell out Crystal Palace for the second consecutive year.28.05.23 – #HASC23Crystal Palace National Sports Centrehttps://t.co/fHTiriPxuv
— Hoopsfix (@Hoopsfix) April 11, 2023
With Jordan Brand]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-all-star-classic-confirmed-for-ninth-year-in-2023/Tue, 11 Apr 2023 21:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-all-star-classic-confirmed-for-ninth-year-in-2023/ The decisive unbeaten battle on the final day went right down to the wire as the hosts edged out England for a dramatic 89-85 triumph in overtime.This moment on#Greenmeansgo | @sportireland pic.twitter.com/meYaj9nU7N
— Basketball Ireland (@BballIrl) April 6, 2023
England had made a strong start to the event on Wednesday with a crus]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/england-under-16-men-lose-out-to-ireland-in-2023-four-nations-tournament/Fri, 07 Apr 2023 07:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/england-under-16-men-lose-out-to-ireland-in-2023-four-nations-tournament/ They sealed the tournament triumph with a decisive 73-61 victory over the hosts – and defending champions – Ireland on Thursday to back up wins over Scotland and Wales from the opening day.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)
Cristina Stanciuca’s side used a 20-8 second period as a platform for their third consecutive success with Ireland having]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/england-under-16-women-sweep-2023-four-nations-tournament/Thu, 06 Apr 2023 18:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/england-under-16-women-sweep-2023-four-nations-tournament/ The 55-cap veteran ranks eighth all-time in caps for the men’s team and will leave big sneakers to fill in his wake as the 33-year-old sharpshooter brought a grit and toughness to GB that set the tone for others.
55-cap Men's National Team star @BenMockford has today announced his retirement from playing for Great]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ben-mockford-announces-international-retirement/Wed, 05 Apr 2023 11:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ben-mockford-announces-international-retirement/ Six successive days of WBBL action take place across the Easter weekend from Thursday-Tuesday as the outlooks for the title race and battle for the playoffs could look a bit clearer.
Here’s the latest look at the current outlook for each team:
[Q] 1: London Lions (14-1)
Two more wins for the Lions in their title charge as they defeated Sevenoaks and Sheffield in cont]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/the-wbbl-run-in-20-three-spots-remain-in-the-playoffs/Wed, 05 Apr 2023 09:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/the-wbbl-run-in-20-three-spots-remain-in-the-playoffs/ The five week summer league will bring together the best of British basketball, targeted at elite level players, some of whom are rarely seen in organised competition in the UK.
In its debut year, headlining names include Great Britain Senior internationals such as captain Carl Wheatle, Amin A]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-set-for-return-this-summer/Tue, 04 Apr 2023 16:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-set-for-return-this-summer/ Hoopin’ N’ Lootin’ was founded in 2020 by Elliott Wade and has shipped just under 3,000 jerseys since launching, primarily from the NBA, with the occasional international jersey.And now, after reaching an agreement on a licensing deal with the BBL, he will delve further into the British game with plans to stock every BBL franchise’]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopin-n-lootin-set-to-become-first-independent-stockist-of-bbl-jerseys/Mon, 03 Apr 2023 21:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopin-n-lootin-set-to-become-first-independent-stockist-of-bbl-jerseys/ Timoney and his wife Alison– who also own the Gladiators’ WBBL franchise – took over the BBL club just before the start of this season and are self financing the project they consider to be part of their legacy.With a net worth estimated at anywhere between £60 million and £100 million they have lofty ambitions for the club which include a £20million facility pr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/big-picture-thinking-at-the-caledonia-gladiators-with-steve-timoney-ep-114/Mon, 03 Apr 2023 20:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/big-picture-thinking-at-the-caledonia-gladiators-with-steve-timoney-ep-114/ The 6’6″ 13 year old becomes the second Brit with the Italian team, after Quinn Ellis signed a 4-year contract last year – though is currently on loan to Monferrato.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Ziah Francis (@ziah_francis11)
Francis will make the move to Trento in August, which has come after standout seasons playing Under-14 an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ziah-francis-09-signs-multi-year-deal-with-trento/Mon, 03 Apr 2023 13:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ziah-francis-09-signs-multi-year-deal-with-trento/ They secured the title with six games to spare – a record – as they add the Championship title to the trophy cabinet, alongside the BBL Cup, which they secured in January.
@LondonLions are the 2023 @BBLofficial champions!
@thebblbuzz/@SkySports pic.twitter.com/GKgZwNtZAr
— Hoopsfix (@Hoopsfix) March 31, 2023
“Seasons are long,” L]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-crowned-2023-bbl-champions/Sat, 01 Apr 2023 11:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-crowned-2023-bbl-champions/ The top four teams at the top all have 12 wins to their name, while the battle to make the top eight is set to go right down to the wire.
Here’s a look at the current outlook for each team:
[Q] 1: London Lions (12-1)
Their first WBBL loss since April 2021 at the hands of Caledonia Gladiators appears to have been a slight bump in the road for the Lions. The response has been emphatic under n]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/the-wbbl-run-in-10-all-to-play-for-in-a-busy-final-month/Thu, 30 Mar 2023 12:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/the-wbbl-run-in-10-all-to-play-for-in-a-busy-final-month/ The former Newcastle Eagle, who was named unanimous Ivy League Player of the Year in 2022, had one of year of college eligibility remaining but has chosen to opt to turn pro instead.“I’ve accomplished everything that I could’ve hoped to at Princeton and I’m ready for the next step in my basketball career,” he told ESPN. “I’m e]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-declares-for-2023-nba-draft/Thu, 30 Mar 2023 09:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-declares-for-2023-nba-draft/ It’s a return to the top for the team from East London, making it their fifth EABL title.
Moziah King-Danchie was named MVP, finishing with 16 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists, while Nedas Cholevinskas led the scoring with 17 points, and Ignas Juskevicius had 14 points and 12 rebounds.
“I’m proud of our team,” BA Head Coach James Vear said after the gam]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/barking-abbey-re-claim-eabl-title/Wed, 29 Mar 2023 21:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/barking-abbey-re-claim-eabl-title/ Ebere Egbirika finished with 21 points, seven rebounds, five assists and three steals to pick up MVP honours, with Emily O’Connell and Violet Stutz adding 12 each, as CoLA avenged their only loss of the season to Itchen.
“I’m really proud of my team,” Egbirika said after the game.
“We all worked hard to get he]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cola-hold-off-itchen-in-weabl-final-thriller/Wed, 29 Mar 2023 16:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cola-hold-off-itchen-in-weabl-final-thriller/ Captain William Issekya picked up MVP honours with a 25 point, 3 rebound, 5 assist outing, going 9-of-14 from the field, as the side from Milton Keynes led by as many as 20 in the first half off the back of a blistering start from three-point range.
Shenley Brook opened the game 7-of-7 from three, as Bracknell had no answers as their problem]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/shenley-brook-end-complete-perfect-season-with-2023-cbl-title/Wed, 29 Mar 2023 14:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/shenley-brook-end-complete-perfect-season-with-2023-cbl-title/ Both teams won their respective conferences in the regular season to enter the post-season as the number 1 seeds.
Barking Abbey are four-time champions with Myerscough winning the title twice having both shared the 2019-20 Championship after the season was cancelled due to the pandemic.
LIVE STATS
The post LIVE: EABL Final – Myerscough v Barking Abbey – 5:30pm appeared first]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-eabl-final-myerscough-v-barking-abbey-530pm/Wed, 29 Mar 2023 12:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-eabl-final-myerscough-v-barking-abbey-530pm/ CoLA were the top seeds in the Southern Conference and are chasing a fourth title, while fourth-seeded Itchen are appearing in the final for the first time.
LIVE STATS.
Faye Endean was named MVP in the South and was joined in the All-First Team by CoLA duo Emily O’Connell and Ana-Isabel Andersson with Jackson Gibbons collecting another Coach of the Year award. Full winners, H]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-weabl-final-cola-v-itchen-2pm/Wed, 29 Mar 2023 07:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-weabl-final-cola-v-itchen-2pm/ Tucker returned from a stint in the States to lead the EABL standings in efficiency (22.0) and scoring (25.6 ppg), coming in eighth for rebounding (9.8rpg) and 3PT% (36.2%), as SGS went 8-5 on the season but missed out on a playoff spot.
Cholevinskas led BA to an 11-1 record atop of the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/louie-tucker-neda-cholevinskas-take-mvp-as-eabl-award-winners-announced/Tue, 28 Mar 2023 22:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/louie-tucker-neda-cholevinskas-take-mvp-as-eabl-award-winners-announced/ Recently retired GB legend Chantelle Handy will take charge of the Under-20 Women with Leicester Riders’ WBBL play-caller Krumesh Patel appointed as head coach of the Under-20 Men as it marks the first summer since 2019 for the Under-20s.
Alan Keane returns as head coach of the Under-18 Men, taking the reins from Craig Nicol, while]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-confirm-head-coaches-for-youth-european-championships/Tue, 28 Mar 2023 13:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-confirm-head-coaches-for-youth-european-championships/ Confirming what has felt like an inevitability the longer Storm’s undefeated streak continued, the Hertfordshire outfit now have the top seed for the impending playoffs along with their name in history as the 2022/23 regular-season champs, currently sitting at 24-0 in the competition. | We are @NBLengland Division One champions!That’s it]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hemel-storm-crowned-nbl-d1-regular-season-champions/Mon, 27 Mar 2023 21:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hemel-storm-crowned-nbl-d1-regular-season-champions/ Robinson helped Manchester to a 6-3 record and second spot in the North, while impressively, also picking up U17 Player of the Year. She had the league’s second-highest efficiency at 23.6, plus a WEABL third-highest 25.2ppg to go with 8.3rpg.
Meanwhile, Endean had a standout season where she averaged 14.2 poi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/isobel-robinson-faye-endean-headline-2022-23-weabl-awards/Mon, 27 Mar 2023 17:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/isobel-robinson-faye-endean-headline-2022-23-weabl-awards/ The decision – which was hinted at on the Hoopsfix podcast with new BBF Chair Chris Grant – comes as the BBF looks to rebound after an abysmal summer in 2022, culminating in the men’s disastrous EuroBasket campaign.
Grant told Hoopsfix they believe that “prepar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-opts-not-to-enter-gb-senior-men-in-pre-olympic-qualifiers/Mon, 27 Mar 2023 10:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbf-opts-not-to-enter-gb-senior-men-in-pre-olympic-qualifiers/ David Sloan came up clutch with the game-winning corner three to spark jubilant scenes for the Gladiators on home soil at the Emirates Arena, ending a two decade long championship drought.
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“I missed a couple of shots that I usually make but I’m a confidence player and as soon as that ball left my]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/david-sloan-wins-bbl-trophy-title-at-the-buzzer-for-caledonia-gladiators/Sun, 26 Mar 2023 19:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/david-sloan-wins-bbl-trophy-title-at-the-buzzer-for-caledonia-gladiators/ Kiki Herbert-Harrigan was the star of the show, finishing with a WBBL Trophy record 33 points along with 7 rebounds, with ample back up from Holly Winterburn who finished with 18 points.
.@LondonLionsW lift their third consecutive Betty Codona WBBL Trophy!pic.twitter.com/6JUREFyNEe
— Hoopsfix Women (@HoopsfixWomen)]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-claim-wbbl-trophy-for-second-piece-of-silverware/Sun, 26 Mar 2023 15:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-claim-wbbl-trophy-for-second-piece-of-silverware/ Familiar surroundings for both sides with Gladiators at their home venue, while the Phoenix return to the scene of their 2022 Trophy final triumph as they look to defend their title.
Road to the finals
Caledonia started their campaign with a 97-86 victory over Newcastle Eagles as Jeremiah Bailey starred with 31 points, 12 rebounds and six assists in the opening round o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-2023-bbl-trophy-final-cheshire-phoenix-v-caledonia-gladiators/Sun, 26 Mar 2023 11:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-2023-bbl-trophy-final-cheshire-phoenix-v-caledonia-gladiators/ Both sides have 12 wins apiece in the WBBL Championship, while the Lions landed a psychological blow with a dominant triumph in Birmingham to win the Cup title in January.
Will Sunday’s encounter be any different?
Road to the Finals
The competition opened up with a first round weekend held at the Essex Sports Arena with four non-WBBL sides invited]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-2023-wbbl-trophy-final-london-lions-v-leicester-riders/Sun, 26 Mar 2023 11:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-2023-wbbl-trophy-final-london-lions-v-leicester-riders/ The 56-82 triumph gives the Kestrels an unassailable lead at the top with a game to spare having secured the head-to-head over Thames Valley Cavaliers.
Solent improve to 18-3 to seal their first regular season title in D1 since the 2016-17 season when they finished 19-1 alongside CoLA.
Faye Endean top scored with 24 points along with seven rebounds and six assists, while Megan Dorney]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/solent-kestrels-clinch-wnbl-d1-regular-season-title/Sat, 25 Mar 2023 21:44:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/solent-kestrels-clinch-wnbl-d1-regular-season-title/ The U16 tournament will take place in Dublin, Ireland from April 5-6 with the U18 event held in Cardiff, Wales from April 12-13.
Barking Abbey head coach and London Lions assistant Lauren Milligan has again been selected as the England Under-18s head coach having led the team to a 3-0 sweep in last year’s tournament, while Cristina Stanciuca takes charge of En]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/england-u16-amp-u18-women-squads-announced-for-four-nations-tournament-2023/Thu, 23 Mar 2023 13:04:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/england-u16-amp-u18-women-squads-announced-for-four-nations-tournament-2023/ The U16 tournament will take place in Dublin, Ireland from April 5-6 with the U18 event held in Cardiff, Wales from April 12-13.
Adam Davies takes the reins from Will Maynard in charge of the England Under-18s, while Alexis Lewis has been named as head coach of the England Under-16s.
England Under-18s Squad
Myers Amoo-Gottfried, Bracknell CobrasLiam Campbell, London]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/england-u16-amp-u18-men-squads-revealed-for-four-nations-tournament/Thu, 23 Mar 2023 13:03:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/england-u16-amp-u18-men-squads-revealed-for-four-nations-tournament/ It marks their fifth title in the last six seasons, while also winning in the women’s and their second team winning the Trophy, further cementing their status as the best university program.@lborobasketball are back on top – winning their fifth @bucssport title in the last 6 seasons aft]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/loughborough-win-fifth-bucs-men-title-in-six-seasons/Thu, 23 Mar 2023 11:32:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/loughborough-win-fifth-bucs-men-title-in-six-seasons/ WBBL guard Oliana Squires was unstoppable throughout on her way to MVP, finishing with 25 points, 10 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals, as Loughborough were rattled early before a dominant second quarter to take control.@lborobasketball defeat Essex 74-60 to claim the 2023 @BUCSsport title! @BUCSsport pic.twitter.com/e3Esdxxox]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/loughborough-beat-defending-champs-to-win-bucs-women/Thu, 23 Mar 2023 09:32:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/loughborough-beat-defending-champs-to-win-bucs-women/ Sam Dekker had 25 points to lead London, Miye Oni knocked down five three-pointers for 21 points, with Tomislav Zubcic adding 14 and Luke Nelson 11.
“It’s tough losing a game like that,” Lions Head Coach Ryan Schmidt said.“Our guys really battled. Gotta give credit to Turk Telekom, they’re a really good team, they’re where they]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-fall-at-home-to-ankara-in-eurocup/Wed, 22 Mar 2023 22:33:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-fall-at-home-to-ankara-in-eurocup/ Evbuomwan finished with nine points, nine rebounds, five assists and one block to show his versatility, as Princeton shocked another power conference team to reach the NCAA Tournament regional semifinals for the first time in 56 years.
The point forward played exception defence, shutting down Missouri’s All-SEC star Kobe Brown, as he held him to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-amp-princeton-upset-mizzou-to-head-to-sweet-16/Sun, 19 Mar 2023 07:56:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-amp-princeton-upset-mizzou-to-head-to-sweet-16/ Having been announced in September and officially starting the role in November, Grant joined the organisation following a tumultuous summer for the Great Britain national team programmes, underscored by the men’s disastrous showing at EuroBasket.In this little over an hour podcast, we discuss why he took on the role, what the challenges are, and what he is trying to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/the-task-of-unifying-the-sport-as-chair-of-the-bbf-with-chris-grant-ep-113/Sat, 18 Mar 2023 14:37:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/the-task-of-unifying-the-sport-as-chair-of-the-bbf-with-chris-grant-ep-113/ Evbuomwan finished with 15 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists as the Tigers stunned Arizona, closing the game on a 9-0 run and holding them scoreless over the game’s final 4:43.
PRINCETON KNOCKS OFF 2-SEED ARIZONA #MarchMadness pic.twitter.com/U9XHuN41ON
— NCAA March Madness (@MarchMadnessMBB) March 16, 2023
The win knocked out 93% of the r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-leads-princeton-to-upset-over-no-2-arizona/Fri, 17 Mar 2023 20:09:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-leads-princeton-to-upset-over-no-2-arizona/ The visitors avenged a 77-67 loss in the two teams’ first meeting, as they used a dominant third quarter to take control and then managed to hold off a Miye Oni inspired comeback down the stretch from the Lions.
Aaron Best takes off for a two-handed slam-dunk@LondonLions #7DAYSMagicMoment pic.twitter.com/pNdjdJcJGN
— 7DAYS EuroCup (@EuroCup) March 1]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-comeback-falls-short-against-promitheas-patras/Wed, 15 Mar 2023 22:32:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-comeback-falls-short-against-promitheas-patras/ Also featuring: Padiet Wang, Jordan Taylor, Josh Sharma, Tajh Green, Boban Jacdonmi, James Hawthorne Jr, Blake Bowman, William Lee, Anthony Roberson, Bennett Koch, Markedric Bell.
The post Shakem Johnson bodies 7-footer! BBL Top 10 Plays – February appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/shakem-johnson-bodies-7-footer-bbl-top-10-plays-february/Wed, 15 Mar 2023 12:47:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/shakem-johnson-bodies-7-footer-bbl-top-10-plays-february/ With the Euroleague reportedly facing a pivotal decision this month on whether to take a €150million investment from Dubai over six years in return for having a Dubai team in the competition along with two Final Fours hosted in the city, with it comes a potential roadmap for growth by expanding the number of teams.
“Another path to growth, which was alre]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/euroleague-targeting-london-club-by-2024-25-with-dubai-investment-on-table/Wed, 15 Mar 2023 11:14:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/euroleague-targeting-london-club-by-2024-25-with-dubai-investment-on-table/ Over the course of the free program, participants will receive a Basketball England Community Coach Education and Qual]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-mayor-of-london-amp-be-launch-london-coaching-programme/Tue, 14 Mar 2023 16:30:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-mayor-of-london-amp-be-launch-london-coaching-programme/ Steve Timoney and wife Alison, multimillionaire owners of the club, made the announcement ahead of the men’s team’s first BBL Trophy Final in nine years, when they will face off against Cheshire Phoenix on Sunday 26 March at Glasgow’s Emirates Arena in front of a sell-out 6000 crowd.
NEWS | Caledonia Gladiators]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-announce-20m-new-arena-project/Tue, 14 Mar 2023 10:20:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-announce-20m-new-arena-project/ Montana State’s Jubrile Belo, Great Osobor, Caleb Fuller and assistant coach Chris Haslam, along with Priceton’s Tosan Evbuomwan, VCU’s Tobi Lawal, and Kennesaw State’s Yves Nkomba were all automatic qualifiers with their schools after winning their respective conference tournaments, while RJ Eytle-Rock & Dan Akin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/march-madness-brits-in-the-2023-mens-ncaa-tournament/Mon, 13 Mar 2023 17:16:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/march-madness-brits-in-the-2023-mens-ncaa-tournament/ Esther Little, Hannah Jump and Ella Doherty – who have all represented British national teams – will be flying the flag during March Madness.
Here’s a closer look at the trio of Brits in the Big Dance:
Hannah Jump – Stanford [1]Friday, March 17th vs Southern / Sacred Heart [16] – 11:30pm (UK time) – Stanford, California
2021 champions Stan]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/march-madness-brits-in-the-2023-womens-ncaa-basketball-tournament/Mon, 13 Mar 2023 16:40:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/march-madness-brits-in-the-2023-womens-ncaa-basketball-tournament/ With it, the Tigers have punched their ticket to the NCAA Tournament, to finished Evbuomwan’s impressive college career on a high, after earning All-Conference honours and another regular season title.
"We were excited to get this opportunity – we executed today, and it feels amazing "Hear from @Tosan_Evb speak on what makes winning today's Ivy League Cham]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-wins-ivy-league-conference-tournament-named-mvp/Mon, 13 Mar 2023 10:15:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-wins-ivy-league-conference-tournament-named-mvp/ The Rams defeated Dayton 68-56 in the championship game, overturning a halftime deficit to pull out the win to add to their regular season title.
Lawal, a Freshman, made his only field goal attempt to finish with 2 points and a rebound in the victory.
VCU, a No.12 seed, will take on St Marys (#5) in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament on Fri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tobi-lawal-vcu-win-a10-conference-championship/Mon, 13 Mar 2023 08:48:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tobi-lawal-vcu-win-a10-conference-championship/ Bailey, a former Kent Crusader, finished with a career-high 21 points, nine rebounds, two assists and a steal in the double OT thriller that saw Carleton prevail 109-104 over St. Francis Xavier X-Men, for their fourth straight title (Bailey’s third), and 17th since 2003.@elliotjbailey Wins his THIRDNational Championship wi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/elliot-bailey-leads-carleton-to-canadian-national-championship/Mon, 13 Mar 2023 08:16:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/elliot-bailey-leads-carleton-to-canadian-national-championship/ It was the third time the attendance figure had been broken this season after Leicester Riders recently surpassed the bar set by Newcastle Eagles.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Home of the Essex Rebels Basketball (@essexrebelsbasketball)
Essex defeated Leicester 73-71 in a dramatic encounter in what was their first home game since the dep]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/essex-rebels-set-wbbl-record-attendance-beat-league-leaders-in-thriller/Sun, 12 Mar 2023 14:29:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/essex-rebels-set-wbbl-record-attendance-beat-league-leaders-in-thriller/ They add the trophy to their National Cup win from January, with year another MVP performance from Taylor Johnson who finished with 35 points, seven rebounds and five assists, with 14 of those in a clutch fourth quarter where they held off a late rally from Worthing.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoopsfix)
“It&rsq]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hemel-storm-claim-kitking-trophy-for-another-piece-of-silverware/Sat, 11 Mar 2023 18:57:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hemel-storm-claim-kitking-trophy-for-another-piece-of-silverware/ Leaders Hemel Storm and the chasing Worthing Thunder put the NBL Division 1 title battle on hold for the weekend to do battle for the second piece of silverware of the season.
Hemel already have the National Cup in the bag – who will come out on top at Surrey Sports Park?
Live stats.
The post LIVE STREAM: KitKing Trophy Final – He]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-kitking-trophy-final-hemel-storm-vs-worthing-thunder-2pm/Sat, 11 Mar 2023 14:42:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-kitking-trophy-final-hemel-storm-vs-worthing-thunder-2pm/ “Let’s talk,” Deeney responded. “Let’s go, let’s make this work, there’s enough people, e]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/troy-deeney-throws-hat-into-ring-for-birmingham-bbl-franchise/Fri, 10 Mar 2023 16:28:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/troy-deeney-throws-hat-into-ring-for-birmingham-bbl-franchise/ BUCS Men Semi-Finals
In the men’s, Loughborough dominated Solent 83-62 behind 25 points from Evan Walshe, with 14 from Blake Bowman and 13 from Elijah Bailey. Loughborough pounced early using a 30-14 first quarter to get comfortable, leading by 25 at halftime to cruise the rest of the way.
“We knew this]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/uwe-essex-to-join-loughborough-in-finals-bucs-final-four-recap/Thu, 09 Mar 2023 11:21:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/uwe-essex-to-join-loughborough-in-finals-bucs-final-four-recap/ Jubrile Belo, Great Osobor, Caleb Fuller and Assistant Coach Chris Haslam will all be dancing as the Bobcats will go to the NCAA Tournament for back to back years for the first time in programme history.
BOBCATS GO BACK-TO-BACK! #GoCatsGo | #UBUNTU pic.twitter.com/7vI4i9xRd4
— Montana]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brit-quartet-punch-ticket-to-ncaa-tournament-with-second-straight-big-sky-title/Thu, 09 Mar 2023 10:48:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brit-quartet-punch-ticket-to-ncaa-tournament-with-second-straight-big-sky-title/ Sam Dekker added 11 points and 6 rebounds for the Lions, in an ugly affair where the visitors led for the majority but were never fully clear until the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-defeat-slask-wroclaw-in-eurocup/Wed, 08 Mar 2023 23:54:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-defeat-slask-wroclaw-in-eurocup/ Chema Buceta’s side were amongst the third seeds and were placed into Group C with top-seeded France, hosts Slovenia and Germany.
They will be play in Ljubljana, Slovenia with Tel Aviv, Israel also hosting two groups before the Final Phase is held in Slovenia’s capital.
GB qualified for this summer’s tournament as]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-to-play-hosts-slovenia-at-womens-eurobasket-2023/Wed, 08 Mar 2023 17:42:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-to-play-hosts-slovenia-at-womens-eurobasket-2023/ Akin, a graduate student, averaged 11.7 points off the bench in league play, shooting a team-best 66.4 percent (71-of-107) from the floor, while helping the Aggies to a 24-7 record.
#Dan Akin, @USUBasketball #AtThePEAK | #AggiesAllTheWay pic.twitter.com/pnG91xSpBW
— Mountain West (@MountainWest) March 7, 2023
In Mountain West action, playing alongside fellow Brit RJ Eytle-Rock, the former GB juni]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/dan-akin-named-mountain-west-sixth-man-of-the-year/Wed, 08 Mar 2023 09:58:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/dan-akin-named-mountain-west-sixth-man-of-the-year/ ⁰Tosan Evbuomwan collects first team honors for the second time in his career!
⁰: https://t.co/0pBCQECPe1
⁰#MakeShotspic.twitter.com/L2OS6I6GLT
&]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-repeats-as-all-ivy-league-first-team/Wed, 08 Mar 2023 09:50:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-repeats-as-all-ivy-league-first-team/ Woodward had 8 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists in the championship game, as the top-seeded Hilltoppers become the first team in MEC history to win back-to-back tournament titles and the +30 margin is the largest victory in a championship game in tournament history.The Hilltoppers have earned the #2 seed in the NCAA Atlantic Regi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/finley-woodward-wins-mec-title-heading-to-ncaa-dii-tournament/Tue, 07 Mar 2023 11:29:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/finley-woodward-wins-mec-title-heading-to-ncaa-dii-tournament/ The 6’8″ former Charnwood big man is finding success with the Raiders as a fourth-year sophomore thanks to an injury redshirt as well as an COVID year that has allowed him two more years of eligibility.
Thank you Godhttps://t.co/0ANhX6sMdT
— Hosana Kitenge (@hosanakitenge35) March 6, 2023
He is averaging 13 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assist per game on 52% shooting, after rupturing his patella tend]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hosana-kitenge-earns-first-team-all-region-honours/Tue, 07 Mar 2023 10:33:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hosana-kitenge-earns-first-team-all-region-honours/ The GB international finished the season with averages of 11.7 points and 7.6 rebounds per game for Southern Methodist University.View this post on InstagramA post shared by SMU Women's Basketball (@smuwbb)
Wilkinson recorded five double-doubles in the campaign and finished with a run of 11 straight games in double figures in scoring.
Last season, Wilkinson also m]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/savannah-wilkinson-named-to-all-aac-second-team-for-second-time/Mon, 06 Mar 2023 17:03:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/savannah-wilkinson-named-to-all-aac-second-team-for-second-time/ The junior guard was named to the All-WAC Second Team as well as the All-Newcomer Team having averaged 14.5 points per game on the season with 37.8 percent shooting from three-point range.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Tarleton Women’s Basketball (@tarletonwbb)
Da Silva set the school record for the most points score in a single-game in Division 1 with]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/teresa-da-silva-earns-all-wac-second-team-newcomer-team-honours/Mon, 06 Mar 2023 16:40:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/teresa-da-silva-earns-all-wac-second-team-newcomer-team-honours/ It is three of the four teams that made last years Final Four, with Newcastle, Loughborough, and Solent returning, while University of the West of England Bristol (UWE) replace Durham.
UWE knocked out last year’s runners up, Durham, 100-59, in the quarter-final, behind a 21-point, 12-rebound from BBL forward Malcolm Delpe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bucs-final-four-set-as-university-season-enters-final-stretch/Mon, 06 Mar 2023 12:39:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bucs-final-four-set-as-university-season-enters-final-stretch/ Jubrile Belo is named to the conference All-Second Team, wrapping up his career as one of the best big men in MSU history, averaging 12.8 points, 6.1 rebounds and 1.1 blocks per game this season.
During his Montana State career, Belo ranks sixth in points (1,560), fifth in rebounds (749), plus second in free throws made (507) and free throw attempts (691), breaking]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jubrile-belo-great-osobor-recognised-in-big-sky-awards/Sat, 04 Mar 2023 16:53:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jubrile-belo-great-osobor-recognised-in-big-sky-awards/ — CAA Basketball (@CAABasketball) March 2, 2023
He is now tied for ei]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/amari-williams-wins-back-to-back-dpoy-awards/Sat, 04 Mar 2023 15:55:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/amari-williams-wins-back-to-back-dpoy-awards/ The former Charnwood guard earned All-SSC honours for the second time in his career after being named First Team All-SSC in the 2020-21 season, and hit 442 assists in his career on Thursday night to set the program-best mark.
“What an incredible achievement for Sesan capping off a stellar career with Florida Tech,” Flo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sesan-russell-breaks-florida-tech-all-time-assist-record/Sat, 04 Mar 2023 12:36:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sesan-russell-breaks-florida-tech-all-time-assist-record/ The 6’8″ athletic forward out of City of London Academy has made the most of his appearances this season, in limited minutes as a Freshman.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoopsfix)
Lawal, who played in the Hoopsfix All-Star Classic in 2021 for Team White, had season best performance of 10 points, 5 rebounds, 3 blocksin 24]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tobi-lawal-wins-a-10-regular-season-title-with-vcu/Wed, 01 Mar 2023 19:44:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tobi-lawal-wins-a-10-regular-season-title-with-vcu/ Going in as overwhelming underdogs and looking to play spoiler with Serbia needing a win to punch their ticket to the World Cup, GB were tied with the Serbs early in the third quarter, before the home side turned up the heat to pull away.
With GB already having been ruled out of qualifying, Head Coach Marc Steutel is using the windo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-push-serbia-before-faltering-down-the-stretch/Mon, 27 Feb 2023 21:50:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-push-serbia-before-faltering-down-the-stretch/ The Zags secured a 17-1 record in conference play with a 58-51 victory at BYU having also improved to 27-3 on the season.
Little has averaged 17.0 minutes off the bench with four starts in 27 appearances in a sophomore year that featured bests of 12 points and nine rebounds against Portland.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)
Last season, Gon]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/esther-little-adds-wcc-regular-season-title-with-gonzaga/Sun, 26 Feb 2023 09:59:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/esther-little-adds-wcc-regular-season-title-with-gonzaga/ The sophomore forward contributed eight points, four assists and two blocks as Eastern Washington became the first team in Big Sky history to make a 16-0 start in conference play.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Ethan Price (@ethaanprice)
Price has averaged 10.1 points and 4.3 rebounds per game across 29 starts with a best of 23 points coming in January.
The former EABL MVP has built]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ethan-price-wins-regular-season-title-at-eastern-washington/Sat, 25 Feb 2023 08:09:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ethan-price-wins-regular-season-title-at-eastern-washington/ The forward had averages of 11.6 points and 5.9 rebounds per game across 17 appearances with four starts for the Dinos.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Canada West (@canadawestinsta)
Rouse posted a best of 21 points in November as part of a run of 10 straight games with 10+ points to open the season.
The 2001-born forward recorded two double-doubles with a season-high of 14 rebounds to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/louise-rouse-named-to-all-rookie-team-in-canada/Sat, 25 Feb 2023 07:51:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/louise-rouse-named-to-all-rookie-team-in-canada/ In a game that four players got their first caps, and with nine of the 12 having under five appearances for GB, the inexperience showed for GB, as they managed just 29.6% shooting from the field, including 15% from beyond the arc.
“We’re bitterly disappointed with the outcome,” GB Head Coach Marc Steutel said a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/new-look-gb-squad-suffer-heavy-defeat-against-belgium/Fri, 24 Feb 2023 23:05:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/new-look-gb-squad-suffer-heavy-defeat-against-belgium/ Hoopsfix All-Star Classic alumni Amin Adamu, Michael Belle, and Jelani Watson-Gayle, along with Noah Horchler have all been selected for the first time, whilst the experienced heads of Kyle Johnson, Ben Mockford and Carl Wheatle have been t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/four-set-for-debuts-as-12-man-gb-roster-named/Thu, 23 Feb 2023 23:31:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/four-set-for-debuts-as-12-man-gb-roster-named/ The film, directed by Daniel Arróniz and Sam Neter, is part of “NBA Films for Fans,” a global initiative that engaged filmmakers from 11 countries to develop 24 short documentary films celebrating the NBA and basketball from each of their respective cultural perspectives.
Ten minutes in length, ‘Got Next’ is the only European representative]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/got-next-hoopsfix-short-doc-goes-live-on-nbacom/Mon, 20 Feb 2023 17:31:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/got-next-hoopsfix-short-doc-goes-live-on-nbacom/ The Lions’ domestic streak is snapped at a record-breaking 52 games with new head coach Stella Kaltsidou on the sidelines for the first time following the recent decision to change from Mark Clark.
The moment @Cal_Gladiators celebrated a memorable victory at the Copper Boxpic.twitter.com/pO0Tytx4bm
— Hoopsfix Women (@Hoops]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-snap-london-lions-52-game-wbbl-win-streak/Sun, 19 Feb 2023 15:56:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/caledonia-gladiators-snap-london-lions-52-game-wbbl-win-streak/ There was little time to waste as a young Wolves side had endured heavy opening defeats – losing their first three games by a combined margin of 244 points – prior to the arrival of their star Aussie trio.
George is currently averaging 19.1 points per game in the WBBL Championship – second only to teammate Jorjah Smith’s league-high mark of 20.4]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/grace-george-growing-into-role-as-a-leader-of-the-wolfpack/Fri, 17 Feb 2023 14:28:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/grace-george-growing-into-role-as-a-leader-of-the-wolfpack/ The film, directed by Daniel Arróniz and Sam Neter, is part of “NBA Films for Fans,” a global initiative that engaged filmmakers from 11 countries to develop 24 short documentary films celebrating the NBA and basketball from each of their respective cultural perspectives. We’re proud to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/got-next-hoopsfix-short-doc-to-premiere-at-nba-all-star-weekend/Wed, 15 Feb 2023 17:30:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/got-next-hoopsfix-short-doc-to-premiere-at-nba-all-star-weekend/ Also featuring: Markedric Bell, Mo Soluade, Josh Ward-Hibbert, Rahmon Fletcher, Tajh Green, Maceo Jack, Jamell Anderson, Saeed Nelson, Zach Jackson, Jeremiah Bailey.
The post Zamoku Weluche-Ume CATCHES A BODY! BBL Top 10 Plays – Month 4 appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/zamoku-weluche-ume-catches-a-body-bbl-top-10-plays-month-4/Tue, 14 Feb 2023 15:28:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/zamoku-weluche-ume-catches-a-body-bbl-top-10-plays-month-4/ It will be the first summer since 2019 that all three of the U20, U18 and U16 boys and girls will complete, following COVID-19 and then the British Basketball Federation’s decision to not enter the U20s last summer.With GB legend Dan Clark in attendance helping out with the draw, GB learned in which groups they will be and who they]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-learn-opponents-as-european-championship-youth-draws-complete/Tue, 14 Feb 2023 12:46:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-learn-opponents-as-european-championship-youth-draws-complete/ Only 14 of the 24 players named will be expected to be at training camp, with five potential debutants named on the roster with Amin Adamu, Michael Belle, Noah Horchler, Kimbal Mackenzie and Jelani Watson-Gayle all selected and looking for their first senior caps.
The National Team will take to the court at Newcastle’s Vertu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-men-24-man-roster-announced-for-upcoming-window/Tue, 14 Feb 2023 11:31:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-men-24-man-roster-announced-for-upcoming-window/ It was a masterclass inside for Temi Fagbenle and Cheridene Green, who had 17 and 15 points respectively on a combined 11/11 shooting from the field and 9/]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-women-qualify-for-eurobasket-women-with-portugal-victory/Sun, 12 Feb 2023 18:58:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-women-qualify-for-eurobasket-women-with-portugal-victory/ Victory for GB would secure second spot in the group, but they would then need to be one of the four best ranked runners-up in order to qualify.
The post LIVE: GB Senior Women v Portugal – Women’s EuroBasket qualifier – 4pm appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-gb-senior-women-v-portugal-womens-eurobasket-qualifier-4pm/Sun, 12 Feb 2023 11:59:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-gb-senior-women-v-portugal-womens-eurobasket-qualifier-4pm/ GB avenged their upset three-point defeat to the Estonians in the November window, leaving no questions of their ability when on form as they jumped out to a 12-3 lead and never looked back to win by 55.
Temi Fagbenle was unstoppable inside on her way to 23 points, 7 rebounds, 2 assists and 2 blocks,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-women-avenge-estonia-loss-with-dominant-victory/Thu, 09 Feb 2023 22:16:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-women-avenge-estonia-loss-with-dominant-victory/ In the wake of James’ record-breaking feat, both Liverpool and the star athlete have been promoting the special edition line (shop it here), and it was fittingly released just a day after his remarkable performance.Included in the collection are men and women’s football jerseys, long sleeve tees, a goody, plus]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/liverpool-fc-launch-lebron-james-collection/Thu, 09 Feb 2023 12:15:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/liverpool-fc-launch-lebron-james-collection/ Chema Buceta has welcomed back Cheridene Green and Holly Winterburn after they were absent for the last window with GB still in the mix to qualify for this summer’s tournament.
Temi Fagbenle leads GB with 23.0 points, 6.5 rebounds and 5.0 assists across the qualifying campaign so far with frontcourt partner Kristine An]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-women-final-12-confirmed-for-estonia-qualifier/Thu, 09 Feb 2023 09:14:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-women-final-12-confirmed-for-estonia-qualifier/ The game saw a slow start from both teams before Lions reeled off a 10-0 run to start the second period to seize control and lead the rest of the way, leading by as many as 14.
With Ovie Soko out due to a ‘violation of team rules’, Sam Dekker continued his strong play in the EuroCup with a 15 point, 7 r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-secure-eurocup-playoff-spot-with-hamburg-victory/Wed, 08 Feb 2023 22:27:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-secure-eurocup-playoff-spot-with-hamburg-victory/ Despite sitting bottom of Group G with one win from their four games so far, GB are still in the mix to qualify as they host Estonia [1-3] and Portugal [2-2] in Manchester this week.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)
Greece [4-0] are in pole position to take the automatic spot as group winners, which likely leaves the other three te]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/how-gb-can-qualify-for-fiba-womens-eurobasket-2023/Tue, 07 Feb 2023 08:36:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/how-gb-can-qualify-for-fiba-womens-eurobasket-2023/ Working with the University of Bath and independent researcher Connor Russell, 3 months of qualitative analysis has already been performed focusing around the Clapham Common basketball court renovation that was completed in December 2021, and now quantitative data is needed through as many peopl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/survey-launched-for-landmark-study-on-outdoor-basketball-courts-in-england/Fri, 03 Feb 2023 11:54:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/survey-launched-for-landmark-study-on-outdoor-basketball-courts-in-england/ The new role is ‘effectively immediately’ the club said, just days after Clark won the WBBL Cup title in Birmingham.Clark expressed his “disappointment” but said he was excited for the new opportunity.
“I’m so proud of what we’ve achieved in the women’s game and in such a short space]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/mark-clark-removed-as-head-coach-of-london-lions-takes-new-role/Thu, 02 Feb 2023 19:24:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/mark-clark-removed-as-head-coach-of-london-lions-takes-new-role/ He is one of 28 players selected to the showcase of premier young talent, featuring a mini-tournament with four teams and three games.
Earning his 1st #JordanRisingStars selection… Jeremy Sochan of the @spurs! @JeremySochan was drafted as the 9th overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft out of Baylor.
See his highlights, stats and MORE, now in the NBA App: https://t.co/6aq4vbAyUt p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jeremy-sochan-selected-to-rising-stars-at-nba-all-star-weekend/Thu, 02 Feb 2023 12:38:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jeremy-sochan-selected-to-rising-stars-at-nba-all-star-weekend/ Fresh off a domestic title after winning the BBL Cup at the weekend, London could not ride the momentum and paid the price for an awful start.They missed their opening 13 shots from the floor and scored just seven points in the first period to be chasing from behind the rest of the way.
“Tough, tough loss for us,” Lion]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/londons-slow-start-costs-in-defeat-to-buducnost/Thu, 02 Feb 2023 11:33:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/londons-slow-start-costs-in-defeat-to-buducnost/ The 22-year-old finished with 16 points, five rebounds and nine assists in the 95-42 triumph over Leicester Riders in Birmingham in another impressive all-round display.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)
Winterburn left the Riders for London in the summer of 2021 and this was the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/mvp-holly-winterburn-there-was-definitely-extra-motivation/Tue, 31 Jan 2023 10:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/mvp-holly-winterburn-there-was-definitely-extra-motivation/ The rookie guard contributed 14 points, six rebounds and three steals in her side’s 89-69 victory over Nyon in Sunday’s final as the club backed up their SuperCup triumph from the start of the season.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Swiss Basketball (@swiss_basketball)
Nikitinaite has been in excellent form for the unbeaten Swiss side in league play; averaging a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gabby-nikitinaite-wins-swiss-cup-title-with-fribourg/Mon, 30 Jan 2023 18:22:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gabby-nikitinaite-wins-swiss-cup-title-with-fribourg/ Sam Dekker starred in the win with 23 points and nine rebounds to pick up MVP with Kosta Koufos adding a double-double of 14 points and 12 rebounds.@LondonLions are #BBLCup champions!#KnowOurName #BritishBasketball pic.twitter.com/9gVIbfwWKh
— British Basketball League (@BBLofficial) January 29, 2023
Box score.
The early stages set the tone for a physical battle between two great rivals with defe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-defeat-leicester-riders-to-capture-bbl-cup-title/Sun, 29 Jan 2023 18:20:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-defeat-leicester-riders-to-capture-bbl-cup-title/ Mark Clark’s side collect their seventh piece of silverware and extended their unbeaten domestic run to 51 games.
Holly Winterburn led the way as MVP with 16 points, five rebounds and nine assists against her former side, while Kiki Herbert-Harrigan top scored with 19 points and Kat Snytsina added 14 points as all 11 players got onto the scores]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-continue-wbbl-dominance-with-second-cup-title/Sun, 29 Jan 2023 14:45:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-continue-wbbl-dominance-with-second-cup-title/ The Riders have been the superior team over the past decade, but this is a new-look era for London and they will be desperate to stake their claim as the new dominant force.View this post on InstagramA post shared by London Lions Basketball Club (@londonlions)
Here’s a closer look at the final:
Road to the finals
Cup holders Leicester began their tit]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-cup-final-preview-will-london-overcome-leicester-for-silverware/Sat, 28 Jan 2023 15:14:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-cup-final-preview-will-london-overcome-leicester-for-silverware/ While the rivalry is not quite the same as it is between the two teams in the BBL, they are currently the top two in the WBBL Championship and it’s set up nicely to be a telling point for the remainder of the season.
Here’s a closer look at the matchup:
Road to the Finals
London have dispatched two of the WBBL’s most successful ever clubs a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wbbl-cup-final-preview-can-leicester-halt-londons-long-unbeaten-run/Sat, 28 Jan 2023 10:51:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wbbl-cup-final-preview-can-leicester-halt-londons-long-unbeaten-run/ From January 31st, BBL player will permanently close down and will no longer be available for fans to use to view games.The BBL has pointed to increased viewership of games broadcast on YouTube, where the league has seen a 9244% growth of monthly video views on the platform in comparison to last season.This has led to an increase of 128% on viewership per game in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-to-shut-down-streaming-platform-bbl-player/Wed, 25 Jan 2023 11:27:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-to-shut-down-streaming-platform-bbl-player/ A fall away three point attempt to force OT from Sam Dekker in the dying seconds fell short, as Lions were unable to avenge an 18-point loss in the two teams’ first meeting at the end of October.
.@dekker tough finish@LondonLions #7DAYSMagicMoment pic.twitter.com/izyi04E29e
— 7DAYS EuroCup (@EuroCup) January 24, 2023
It was a marked improvement for London agains]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-comeback-falls-short-against-gran-canaria/Tue, 24 Jan 2023 22:45:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-comeback-falls-short-against-gran-canaria/ Johnson went for 41 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists and was particularly dominant in the first half, forming a spectacular backcourt duo with Sam Newman who finished with 17 points and 16 assists on 5-of-7 shooting.
A close first period saw the teams go back and forth with Derby]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/taylor-johnson-shines-as-hemel-storm-win-national-cup/Sun, 22 Jan 2023 18:35:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/taylor-johnson-shines-as-hemel-storm-win-national-cup/ The Cavaliers got an MVP performance from Helene Trailin with 14 points, 11 rebounds and 4 steals, while Kat Goldsby added 16 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists.More to come.
Box score.
The post Thames Valley Cavaliers claim Women’s National Cup appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/thames-valley-cavaliers-claim-womens-national-cup/Sun, 22 Jan 2023 16:27:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/thames-valley-cavaliers-claim-womens-national-cup/ Find their road to the final here, along with live stats for the final here.
The post LIVE STREAM: Hemel Storm vs Derby Trailblazers – National Cup Final (3:30pm) appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-hemel-storm-vs-derby-trailblazers-national-cup-final-330pm/Sun, 22 Jan 2023 13:50:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-hemel-storm-vs-derby-trailblazers-national-cup-final-330pm/ Find their road to the final here, along with live stats for the final here.
The post LIVE STREAM: Thames Valley Cavaliers vs Reading Rockets – WNBL Cup Final (1:00pm) appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-thames-valley-cavaliers-vs-reading-rockets-wnbl-cup-final-100pm/Sun, 22 Jan 2023 13:42:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-thames-valley-cavaliers-vs-reading-rockets-wnbl-cup-final-100pm/ Fast-rising guard Liam Campbell picked up MVP honours after registering a 17-point, 13-rebound and six assist effort, leading London Elite to their first ever national title at any age group.
“Legends are one of the best programmes in the country who produce top level players so we knew it was gonna be slugfest,” London Elite Head Coach Kieran Matthew]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-elite-claim-first-u18-mens-national-cup-title/Sat, 21 Jan 2023 21:40:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-elite-claim-first-u18-mens-national-cup-title/ It was a repeat of last year’s final in which CoLA had won 68-41, but this time Ipswich prevailed as Yasmin Edwards starred with a 27-point display to earn MVP honours.@IpswichBball celebrate their U18 National Cup triumph as Yasmin Edwards picks up the MVP award with 25 PTS & 7 REB! pic.twitter.com/KUqKsVs8FY
— Hoopsf]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ipswich-avenge-cola-loss-to-claim-u18-womens-national-cup-title/Sat, 21 Jan 2023 18:28:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ipswich-avenge-cola-loss-to-claim-u18-womens-national-cup-title/ Jack Walton top scored with 17 points to go with five assists and five steals as the MVP, while Spike Noden added 13 points from the bench. Olu Babaloba also posted nine points, 10 rebounds, six steals and three blocks in the win.
The winning moments for @mcr_bball!Jack Walton MVP with 17 PTS, 5 AST & 5 STL pic.twitter.com/2OomBC]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-magic-defeat-london-lions-to-win-u16-boys-national-cup/Sat, 21 Jan 2023 16:03:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-magic-defeat-london-lions-to-win-u16-boys-national-cup/ Irene Oboavwoduo led the way with a game-high 23 points along with six rebounds, five assists and four steals as the MVP. Elizandra Costa added 18 points with Maisie Keyes contributing 10 points and 10 assists for a double-double as the GB U16 trio stood out.
The @mcr_bball celebrations! @bballengland pic.twitter.com/7ClCPipKD2
— Hoopsfix Wome]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-mystics-race-clear-to-u16-girls-national-cup-title/Sat, 21 Jan 2023 13:46:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-mystics-race-clear-to-u16-girls-national-cup-title/ Ipswich vs Manchester Mystics – U16 Girls National Cup Final
11:00Manchester Magic vs London Lions – U16 Boys National Cup Final
13:15CoLA Southwark Pride vs Ipswich – U18 Girls National Cup Final
15:30London Legends vs London Elite – U18 Boys National Cup Final
17:45The post LIVE STREAM: Junior National Cu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-junior-national-cup-finals/Sat, 21 Jan 2023 11:38:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-junior-national-cup-finals/ The 23-year-old forward averages 6.6 points, 6.8 rebounds and 2.8 assists per game in the early stages of a rookie season that has already reaped the reward of a national team call-up.
Brown joined the club in the summer after spending five years at NCAA Division 1 school Cal Poly and is already recognising signs of personal growt]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/kirsty-brown-keen-to-build-on-strong-start-with-leicester-riders/Fri, 20 Jan 2023 15:48:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/kirsty-brown-keen-to-build-on-strong-start-with-leicester-riders/ Women’s National Cup
Thames Valley Cavaliers will take on Reading Rockets in the 2022 Women’s National Cup Final.Thames Valley have cruised to the final, with their nearest margin of victory being 27 points. They have carved through Ipswich, Cardiff Met Archers II, and City of Birmingham Rockets, who they took down 88-57 in their semi-final behind 23 points from Kat Goldsby.
&ldquo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nbl-amp-wnbl-cup-finals-set-in-first-showpiece-event-of-season/Thu, 19 Jan 2023 23:31:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nbl-amp-wnbl-cup-finals-set-in-first-showpiece-event-of-season/ The GB guard netted 12 points in his side’s 73-67 triumph over UBSC Graz as they backed up their SuperCup title win at the start of the season.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Dwayne Lautier-Ogunleye (@2dlo3)
DLO is averaging 9.3 points, 3.7 rebounds and 3.7 assists in 15 league appearances this season with his team on a seven-game win streak to mov]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/dwayne-lautier-ogunleye-wins-second-title-in-austria/Thu, 19 Jan 2023 09:49:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/dwayne-lautier-ogunleye-wins-second-title-in-austria/ The 22-year-old scored 19 points in a 71-83 victory for Essex Rebels over Manchester Met Mystics on Sunday to move from 991 to 1010 league points for her career.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Home of the Essex Rebels Basketball (@essexrebelsbasketball)
Freeman started playing in the WBBL as a teenager and amassed 428 points at Oaklands Wolves before add]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tia-freeman-becomes-20th-player-to-reach-1000-wbbl-championship-points/Thu, 19 Jan 2023 09:48:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tia-freeman-becomes-20th-player-to-reach-1000-wbbl-championship-points/ Sam Dekker had 14 of his 23-points in the first half, helping the visitors overcome 16 turnovers in the opening two periods to end a three-game losing streak in the competition.
A pair of Aaron Best three pointers in the fourth to give Lions a 12-point lead proved to be decisive, as they shot 47% from range and continue to have the most successful run for a British team in EuroCup history.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-overcome-trento-with-strong-second-half/Wed, 18 Jan 2023 23:18:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-overcome-trento-with-strong-second-half/ The deal for BBC Three includes four regular season games, two Playoff games, one Conference Finals game and one NBA Finals game, along with select highlights and an end of season review show.The BBC will show the NBA Paris Game 2023 between Chicago Bulls and Detroit Pistons on Thursday at 8pm on @BBCThree!Plus four]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbc-announces-nine-game-broadcast-deal-with-nba/Wed, 18 Jan 2023 13:04:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbc-announces-nine-game-broadcast-deal-with-nba/ Also featuring: Blake Bowman, Patrick Tape, Josh Sharma, Luke Nelson, David Sloan, Rashad Hassan, Sam Dekker, Anthony Roberson, Padiet Wang, Tajh Green.
The post Maceo Jack serves up a POSTER! BBL Top 10 Plays – Month 3 appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/maceo-jack-serves-up-a-poster-bbl-top-10-plays-month-3/Mon, 16 Jan 2023 15:54:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/maceo-jack-serves-up-a-poster-bbl-top-10-plays-month-3/ The WBBL powerhouses led by six points after last week’s victory in London and maintained the overall lead for much of the contest until a 23-11 fourth quarter sealed a 77-64 defeat on the night – losing 148-141 on aggregate.
Taylor Murray was a standout performer with 14 points, six rebounds, five assists and four steals with Kiki Herb]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-eurocup-women-campaign-ends-in-france/Thu, 12 Jan 2023 08:10:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-eurocup-women-campaign-ends-in-france/ J’Covan Brown hit the game-winning jumper with 12.3 seconds remaining as Hapoel overturned a double digit fourth quarter deficit to send Lions to their third consecutive loss in the competition.Lions led for the first 35 minutes of the game.
Jordan McRae was unstoppab]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hapoel-tel-aviv-steal-one-from-london-lions-at-wembley/Wed, 11 Jan 2023 22:53:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hapoel-tel-aviv-steal-one-from-london-lions-at-wembley/ The first round takes place this weekend with all games being held at the Essex Sports Arena with four games each on Saturday and Sunday.
Keep updated throughout the weekend with recaps from each game with all the streams below each fixture.
Saturday 7th January, 2023
Brent Bulls 42-98 London Lions – 11amLondon Lions began the defence of their WBBL Trophy title with a commandi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wbbl-trophy-first-round-weekend-streams-amp-recaps/Fri, 06 Jan 2023 23:19:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wbbl-trophy-first-round-weekend-streams-amp-recaps/ Boosted by the return of Paulina Hersler, the emergency of Taylor Murray in the absence of Kennedy Leonard, and a clutch performance from Kat Snytsina, Lions overturned a fourth quarter deficit to set up a thriller in France next week.
Snytsina hit a deep triple off the glass to g]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-take-down-villeneuve-in-eurocup-women-play-off-opener/Thu, 05 Jan 2023 22:17:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-take-down-villeneuve-in-eurocup-women-play-off-opener/ We take a look back on the season so far with plenty of action through November and December in Divisions 1 and 2.
NCAA Division 1
Tosan Evbuomwan
12.4 PPG, 6.8 RPG, Season-high: 22 PTS
The reigning Ivy League Player of the Year started the new season with 22 points as Princeton (10-4) began with back-to-back defeats. Evbuomwan returned home for the London Classic]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brits-in-college-men-novemberdecember-recap/Thu, 05 Jan 2023 10:40:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brits-in-college-men-novemberdecember-recap/ We take a look back on the season so far with plenty of action through November and December in Divisions 1 and 2.
NCAA Division 1
Teresa Da Silva15.2 PPG, 4.5 RPG, 3.6 APG, Season-high: 31 PTS
Da Silva has been a revelation for Tarleton (6-7) this season. The junior transfer became the first player in school history to score 30+ points in a D1 game after firing in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brits-in-college-women-novemberdecember-recap/Wed, 04 Jan 2023 12:57:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/brits-in-college-women-novemberdecember-recap/ Hoopsfix Elite conquers US high-school
We’ll start with our personal favourite. And, no, we still can’t believe it happened. Hoopsfix Elite was born in the late summer and pulled off a memorable victory over California Basketball Club at the Copper Box.
While the resu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/top-10-british-basketball-moments-of-2022/Sat, 31 Dec 2022 13:57:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/top-10-british-basketball-moments-of-2022/ Also featuring: Luke Nelson, Josh Sharma, Padiet Wang, David Sloan, Jermel Kennedy, VJ King, Prince Onwas, Dirk Williams, Antonio Williams, Tajh Green
Month 2 of the season was from 21st October-23rd November 22.
The post Elvisi Dusha dials in from range! BBL Top 10 Plays of the Month appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/elvisi-dusha-dials-in-from-range-bbl-top-10-plays-of-the-month/Thu, 29 Dec 2022 16:09:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/elvisi-dusha-dials-in-from-range-bbl-top-10-plays-of-the-month/ The look ahead to the New Year begins with the WBBL Trophy First Round weekend in Essex, while the WBBL Cup final is now set as London Lions and Leicester Riders will meet in Birmingham next month.
These rankings are determined by several factors including both recent results and upcoming schedule and are just the opinion of the writer.
Latest standings: WBBL Championship – Lions 7-0;]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wbbl-2022-23-power-rankings-version-2/Thu, 22 Dec 2022 16:21:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wbbl-2022-23-power-rankings-version-2/ Just as they did in the WBBL, the two clubs made it through the semi-finals this week as London defeated Bristol Flyers 79-97 on Monday before Leicester overcame Caledonia Gladiators 89-68 on Wednesday.
Rob Paternostro’s side are the defending Cup champions and they advanced to their fifth final in the competition with an impress]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/leicester-riders-set-bbl-cup-final-showdown-with-london-lions/Thu, 22 Dec 2022 09:36:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/leicester-riders-set-bbl-cup-final-showdown-with-london-lions/ London had extended their unbeaten domestic run to 47 games with a 69-84 victory over Sevenoaks Suns to continue their title defence, while Leicester had to battle past Essex Rebels for a 83-69 success.
The 2021 winners were led by Hannah Robb with a game-high 18 points with Emma Fee adding 15 points off the bench with]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/leicester-riders-london-lions-to-meet-in-wbbl-cup-final/Sun, 18 Dec 2022 20:39:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/leicester-riders-london-lions-to-meet-in-wbbl-cup-final/ A late attempt at a comeback fell short as Lions dropped to 3-3 in Group J.
Joyner Holmes flirted with a triple double as she had 18 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists to lead six Dinamo Sassari players in double figures.
Kat Snytsina led London with 19 points, Holly Winterburn had 13 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists, while Kiki Herbert-Harrigan added 12.
Box score.
A]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-downed-by-dinamo-sasssari-in-eurocup-women/Thu, 15 Dec 2022 22:04:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-downed-by-dinamo-sasssari-in-eurocup-women/ It was a bringing down to earth for the Lions who had been on a three-game win streak in the competition and Head Coach Ryan Schmidt did not mince his words after the game.
“We didn’t compete tonight,” he said. “Credit to them, that’s a really good team, but we didn’t compete. That’s embarrassing.”
This victo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-eurocup-win-streak-ended-in-turkey/Thu, 15 Dec 2022 18:13:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-eurocup-win-streak-ended-in-turkey/ Announced last week as the new face and boss of the league, the American joins the league after a 30-year professional career where he has held senior level positions at a multitude of sports, media and tech organisations such as the NBA, The Walt Disney Company, NBCUniversal and most recently, Meta.He joins the league almost exactly a year since 777 Partners announced a £7million investme]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/taking-the-helm-of-the-bbl-as-ceo-with-aaron-radin-ep-112/Mon, 12 Dec 2022 19:07:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/taking-the-helm-of-the-bbl-as-ceo-with-aaron-radin-ep-112/ Mark Clark’s side are assured of a top-two finish in Group J after ESBVA’s win meant the Lions will finish second given they hold the head-to-head over Roche Vendee having won the first meeting by 11.View this post on InstagramA post shared by London Lions (@londonlionsw)
Holly Winterburn was sent to the line for three fre]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-advance-to-eurocup-women-playoffs-despite-dramatic-defeat/Wed, 07 Dec 2022 23:32:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-advance-to-eurocup-women-playoffs-despite-dramatic-defeat/ Lions reeled off a 13-3 run around Patras’ debut Head Coach Yannis Christopoulos getting ejected to seal the win, led by a 9-of-13 shooting 20-point performance from Sam Dekker, and 14 points from Vojtech Hruban.
Look out! It's @dekker flying #7DAYSMagicMoment pic.twitter.com/rXT6pJvabh
— 7DAYS EuroCup (@EuroCup) Dece]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-win-third-straight-in-eurocup/Wed, 07 Dec 2022 11:15:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-win-third-straight-in-eurocup/ After what was described as an “extensive recruitment process”, the American joins the league after a 30-year professional career where he has held senior level positions at a multitude of sports, media and tech organisations such as the NBA, The Walt Disney Company, NBCUniversal and most recently, Meta.
Alongside his professional background, Rad]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/aaron-radin-named-bbl-ceo/Tue, 06 Dec 2022 11:08:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/aaron-radin-named-bbl-ceo/ In front of a little under 8,000 fans, Kentucky held on against Michigan, 73-69 in a marquee match up of college basketball powerhouses, while Marist escaped vs Maine 62-61, sending hometown Brit Gedi Juozapaitis back to the US without a win.
Jacob Toppin and Cason Wallace top scored for Kentucky with 14 points each as five players reached double digits, while M]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/kentucky-marist-register-wins-in-basketball-hall-of-fame-london-showcase/Mon, 05 Dec 2022 12:32:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/kentucky-marist-register-wins-in-basketball-hall-of-fame-london-showcase/ The former City of London Academy and Southwark Pride guard is now in the fifth and final year of his college career, being granted an extra year of eligibility thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic.
His final season of college play will be with Maine, where 7 games into the season he is averaging 15.1 points]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gedi-juozapaitis-ready-for-homecoming-with-maine-at-o2-arena/Sun, 04 Dec 2022 15:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gedi-juozapaitis-ready-for-homecoming-with-maine-at-o2-arena/ Ben Hammond scored 14 points, Maryland commit DeShawn Harris-Smith had 12 points to help Paul VI – who are a top 10 high school team in the states according to ESPN – claim the title.
Meanwhile, Christ the King took down Pace Academy in the consolation game for third place, 52-47, behind 20 points from UCLA commit Brandon Williams.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/paul-vi-claim-hoophall-international-london-crown/Sat, 03 Dec 2022 21:44:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/paul-vi-claim-hoophall-international-london-crown/ With the game still all to play for heading into the final quarter, London, who had led for the majority, put the game beyond doubt with a 13-0 run, littered with highlight plays to keep the 18-time champions of Poland winless in Group B.
OH MIYEHuge breakaway dunk by @princeoni13 for your Lions #playofthegame #Ro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-get-past-slask-wroclaw-in-eurocup/Thu, 01 Dec 2022 10:29:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-get-past-slask-wroclaw-in-eurocup/ The award recognises not only Paul’s impact on the sport of basketball, both in the North East and nationally, but also his commitment to the local community through the club’s charitable organisation, The Eagles Community Foundation.
A Northumbria alumnus, Paul graduated with a degree in Sports Management in 1994. Just five]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/newcastle-eagles-owner-paul-blake-receives-honorary-degree/Wed, 30 Nov 2022 23:20:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/newcastle-eagles-owner-paul-blake-receives-honorary-degree/ Trailing by 9 with a little under 7 minutes to play, Princeton reeled off a 12-0 run to take control including a pair of big buckets from Evbuomwan who took a while to get going, as the Tigers held on down the stretch to improve to 4-2 on the season.
“We were really bad for 35]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-named-mvp-as-princeton-crowned-london-basketball-classic-champions/Mon, 28 Nov 2022 14:33:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tosan-evbuomwan-named-mvp-as-princeton-crowned-london-basketball-classic-champions/ The Huskies secured their place with a dramatic 69-67 finish thanks to Joe Pridgen’s game winning alley oop in overtime, while the Tigers rode British rising star Tosan Evbuomwan to a 74-66 win over Army West Point.
Welcomeback! @Tosan_Evb flushes the And-1 for @PrincetonMBB in @LondonCla]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/northeastern-princeton-advance-to-london-basketball-classic-final/Thu, 24 Nov 2022 23:15:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/northeastern-princeton-advance-to-london-basketball-classic-final/ Just the fourth NCAA Division 1 basketball tournament to happen in Europe will see Northeastern, Manhattan, Army West Point and Princeton – featuring the UK’s very own Tosan Evbuomwan, battle it out for the title across Thursday Nov 24 and Saturday Nov 26 at the Copper Box Arena in London.
“We are delighted to be able]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-basketball-classic-to-be-streamed-live-through-hoopsfix/Thu, 24 Nov 2022 16:30:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-basketball-classic-to-be-streamed-live-through-hoopsfix/ Leicester Riders’ Kirsty Brown is set for her first-ever cap, while London Lions’ Kennedy Leonard returns to the squad for the first time since 2019 after eligibility issues. No less than five Lions players make the team, a testament to their domin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-womens-12-player-roster-confirmed-for-eurobasket-qualifier/Thu, 24 Nov 2022 10:50:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-womens-12-player-roster-confirmed-for-eurobasket-qualifier/ It marked the first time a British side has won away in the competition since January 2004 when Brighton Bears won in Lithuania against Lietuvos Rytas.
The Lions did it in emphatic fashion, with a number of highlight plays as they shot 61.6% from the field and registered 27 assists.
“I was proud of our guys and the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-pick-up-big-road-win-over-hamburg/Wed, 23 Nov 2022 14:56:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-pick-up-big-road-win-over-hamburg/ Mark Clark’s side take a major step towards qualifying for the playoffs with a 3-1 record in the group with two games to play in the regular season.
Kiki Herbert-Harrigan provided the usual scoring punch in an intense encounter with a game-high 20 points, while Holly Winterburn contributed an all-round effort of 16 points, six rebound]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-avenge-loss-to-esbva-improve-to-3-1/Thu, 17 Nov 2022 22:16:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-avenge-loss-to-esbva-improve-to-3-1/ Featuring four premier high school teams from around the US; Mater Dei (California), Pace Academy (Georgia), Christ the King (New York) and Paul VI (Virginia), the event will be held on December 2-3, 2022 at The Copper Box.
Tickets start at £11 (upper bowl), with it being £16 for the lower bowl and £51 for courtside – buy now.
Hoophall International will jo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoophall-international-high-school-tourney-tickets-go-on-sale/Thu, 17 Nov 2022 14:23:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoophall-international-high-school-tourney-tickets-go-on-sale/ The 21 year old out of Newcastle is fresh off a breakout season with Princeton, and is coming to London next week for the London Basketball Classic to play in front of a home crowd with his college team.The former GB U18 and Hoopsfix All-Star Classic alumnus ended regular season play last season as the Ivy League leader in assists per game (5.0), and assist/turn]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/becoming-unanimous-ivy-league-player-of-the-year-with-tosan-evbuomwan-ep-111/Thu, 17 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/becoming-unanimous-ivy-league-player-of-the-year-with-tosan-evbuomwan-ep-111/ Janneh and Roy were international teammates this past summer and will link up head coach Jen Leedham with GB legend Jo Leedham-Warner also part of the coaching staff.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Barking Abbey Basketball (@abbeynation)
Janneh (’04-born) averaged 8.4 points and 7.3 rebounds per game for GB Under-18s and has been a domin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/fatmata-janneh-04-born-carys-roy-05-born-both-headed-to-saint-peters/Tue, 15 Nov 2022 20:59:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/fatmata-janneh-04-born-carys-roy-05-born-both-headed-to-saint-peters/ Latvia led by as many as 20, taking advantage of defensive lapses and GB’s inaccuracy from the field to secure a comfortable victory, having already qualified for their first World Cup appearance next summer.
Luke Nelson led the scoring for GB with 16 points and 8 assists, while Gabe O]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-men-fall-in-latvia-in-riga/Mon, 14 Nov 2022 20:12:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-men-fall-in-latvia-in-riga/ The London Lions star has not represented the national team since a debut in 2019 amid eligibility issues, but Karlie Samuelson – currently playing in Australia – is not included in the squad to free up a naturalised spot, while Cheridene Green is a notable absentee.
Temi Fagbenle, Kristine Anigwe and Eilidh Simpson are the only overseas based playe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/kennedy-leonard-receives-gb-recall-in-15-player-squad-for-eurobasket-qualifiers/Mon, 14 Nov 2022 11:15:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/kennedy-leonard-receives-gb-recall-in-15-player-squad-for-eurobasket-qualifiers/ A valiant fourth quarter come back fell short, overturning a double digit deficit to get within two in the final minute but Serbia responded immediately with an Ognjen Jaramaz lay-up that would be the final dagger.
Gabe Olaseni led all GB scorers with 20 points and 7 rebounds, Luke Nelson had 15 and Patrick Whelan joined them in double]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gbs-world-cup-hopes-dealt-blow-with-serbia-loss/Fri, 11 Nov 2022 21:59:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gbs-world-cup-hopes-dealt-blow-with-serbia-loss/ 19-year old Quinn Ellis, big man Aaron Menzies and London Lions’ Josh Sharma all make the squad, with Amin Adamu – another new face – being the final cut from the 13-men in training camp, as they prepare to take on Serbia on Friday and Latvia on Monday.
Veteran core Gabe Olaseni, Luke Nelson, Ben Mockford and Carl Wheatle are all in, along with Devon]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/three-debutants-named-in-gb-senior-men-final-12/Thu, 10 Nov 2022 23:47:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/three-debutants-named-in-gb-senior-men-final-12/ Ellis was announced in the squad after a breakout summer that included being named Hoopsfix All-Star Classic MVP and 3-point shoot out champion, shining against Bronny James and Sierra Canyon High School for Hoopsfix Elite, before signing a multi-year deal with Euro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/steutel-quinn-ellis-will-be-a-talisman-of-the-national-team-for-the-next-decade/Thu, 10 Nov 2022 14:37:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/steutel-quinn-ellis-will-be-a-talisman-of-the-national-team-for-the-next-decade/ The Great Britain Senior Men currently stand at 1-5 in the qualifiers, preparing to face Serbia and Latvia on Friday and Monday (watch live on Courtside 1891 – use code HOOPS-WC for 15% discount on annual and World Cup bundle passes), respectively, before the final window in February 2023.
“I guess our approac]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/steutel-gb-not-phased-heading-into-do-or-die-window/Thu, 10 Nov 2022 13:37:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/steutel-gb-not-phased-heading-into-do-or-die-window/ With regular assistant Andrea Kapoulas unavailable in the upcoming FIBA window due to a ‘long-standing commitment’, extra help has been drafted in as GB prepare to take on Serbia on Friday and Latvia on Monday.
Murray, 38, retired from playing in September focusing on his coaching duties with the Caledo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gareth-murray-amp-jackson-gibbons-named-gb-senior-men-assistants/Thu, 10 Nov 2022 13:32:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gareth-murray-amp-jackson-gibbons-named-gb-senior-men-assistants/ Kiki Herbert-Harrigan starred with a 29-point haul including six triples with Holly Winterburn weighing in with 15 points, five rebounds and eight assists in the win.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)
The Lions boost their qualification hopes by improving to 2-1 ahead of their reverse fixture with unbeaten group leaders ESBVA at Cr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-make-it-back-to-back-wins-in-europe-herbert-harrigan-drops-29/Thu, 10 Nov 2022 09:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-make-it-back-to-back-wins-in-europe-herbert-harrigan-drops-29/ As is now customary, it is time to publish our annual list of all British players hooping across the pond.
Check out the 2021/22 season, 2020/21 season, 2019/20 season, 2018/19 season, 2017/18 season, 2016/17 season, 2015/16 season, 2014/15 season, the 2013/14 season’s list, the 2012/13 season, the 2011/12]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/british-basketball-players-in-us-colleges-2022-23-season/Wed, 09 Nov 2022 11:41:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/british-basketball-players-in-us-colleges-2022-23-season/ As is now customary, it is time to publish our annual list of all British players hooping across the pond.
You can see the lists of previous years with 2021-22, 2020-21, 2019-20, 2018-19 and 2017-18.
You can find the list of male British basketball players in US colleges for this season, here.
NCAA Division 1
Toyosi Abiola (Graduate Student) – Little Rock (transferred from Eastern Michigan, D1]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/female-british-basketball-players-in-us-colleges-2022-23/Wed, 09 Nov 2022 09:41:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/female-british-basketball-players-in-us-colleges-2022-23/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u20s-to-return-other-age-groups-to-be-entered-into-2023-fiba-european-championships/Sat, 05 Nov 2022 12:18:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u20s-to-return-other-age-groups-to-be-entered-into-2023-fiba-european-championships/ Mark Clark’s side faced French opposition for the second week running, but returned to winning ways in the competition behind a strong third quarter to improve to 1-1 in Group J.View this post on InstagramA post shared by London Lions (@londonlionsw)
Holly Winterburn starred with 19 points, seven rebounds and nine assists in the win]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-bounce-back-in-eurocup-women-for-first-win/Fri, 04 Nov 2022 08:27:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-bounce-back-in-eurocup-women-for-first-win/ Amin Adamu, Quinn Ellis, Kayne Henry, Aaron Menzies and Josh Sharma all selected and looking for their first senior caps if they make the 12, whilst Gareth Murray joins Steutel on the sidelines in his first outing as assistant coach.Meanwhile, the window will act as a transition of sorts fo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-confirm-24-man-squad-for-fiba-world-cup-qualifying-window/Wed, 02 Nov 2022 11:02:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-confirm-24-man-squad-for-fiba-world-cup-qualifying-window/ Just one unbeaten record remains in the league – and no prizes for guessing who – and it’s time to start up this feature to check in on how the teams are getting on across the WBBL with updates to follow every couple of weeks.
These rankings are determined by several factors including both recent results and upcoming schedule and are just the opinion of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wbbl-2021-22-power-rankings-version-1/Wed, 02 Nov 2022 09:50:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wbbl-2021-22-power-rankings-version-1/ The return of Sam Dekker to the line up would not be enough for the Lions, who struggled defensively and went just 2-of-15 from three point range in a new home venue due to the Copper Box being booked out.
Lions trailed by as many as 20 and a furious late rally would not prove to be enough to prevent them from a defeat at home.
Dekker led four players in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-fall-to-defeat-against-podgorica-in-eurocup/Tue, 01 Nov 2022 22:37:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-fall-to-defeat-against-podgorica-in-eurocup/ The Lions had been 7-0 in the league including an opening win in Sheffield, but saw their unbeaten start come to an end – just two days after dropping to 1-2 in EuroCup action in Spain.
Kipper Nichols top scored with 22 points in the win with Saeed Nelson adding 19 points as the Sharks jumped out to a 31-22 start after 10 minutes.View this]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sheffield-sharks-inflict-first-loss-on-london-lions-in-bbl-season/Sat, 29 Oct 2022 10:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/sheffield-sharks-inflict-first-loss-on-london-lions-in-bbl-season/ Mark Clark’s side – who received automatic entry to the regular season – conceded 51 points through the middle periods as their opening salvo was undone in the Group J clash.
Belarusian veteran Katsiaryna Snytsina made a long-awaited competitive debut for the club and top scored with 16 points as the only scorer in doub]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-lose-by-21-in-eurocup-women-opener-despite-fast-start/Thu, 27 Oct 2022 09:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-lose-by-21-in-eurocup-women-opener-despite-fast-start/ Vojtech Hruban had 18 points and 6 rebounds to lead London, with Tomislav Zubcic joining him in double figures with 16 points. Kosta Koufos finished with 11, while Ovie Soko did a little bit of everything with 9 points, 9 rebounds, 5 assists and 1 steal.
.@GranCanariaCB put on a strong showing at home to beat @LondonLions in Round Three #RoadToGrea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-drop-to-1-2-in-eurocup-with-gran-canaria-defeat/Wed, 26 Oct 2022 22:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-drop-to-1-2-in-eurocup-with-gran-canaria-defeat/ There is a first British men’s team in EuroCup action in over a decade, while the all-conquering WBBL champions are back for another European run with several players also flying the flag in Europe.
Temi Fagbenle – EuroLeague Women
One of GB’s greatest is back for another season with Turkish side Mersin after helping the team to the Final Four in EuroCup Women acti]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/british-players-in-european-competition-this-season/Tue, 25 Oct 2022 09:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/british-players-in-european-competition-this-season/ Featuring four premier high school teams from around the US; Mater Dei (California), Pace Academy (Georgia), Christ the King (New York) and Paul VI (Virginia), the event will be held on December 2-3, 2022 at The Copper Box.
Hoophall International will join the Hoophall regional series as one of four stops that will culm]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/four-team-high-school-tournament-hoophall-international-coming-to-london/Mon, 24 Oct 2022 20:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/four-team-high-school-tournament-hoophall-international-coming-to-london/ Also featuring William Lee, Kyle Jimenez (Caledonia Gladiators), Issa Brandon (Cheshire Phoenix), Padiet Wang and Shakeem Johnson (Surrey Scorchers), Hensy Sako and Marcus Delpeche (Sheffield Sharks), VJ King (Bristol Flyers), Kosta Koufos and Luke Nelson (london Lions), Jelani Watson-Gayle (Bristol Flyers and Josh Sharma (Lond]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tajh-green-takes-flight-bbl-top-plays-of-the-month/Mon, 24 Oct 2022 16:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tajh-green-takes-flight-bbl-top-plays-of-the-month/ The duo made their debuts for the club on Friday night as the Eagles defeated previously unbeaten Bristol Flyers 89-78 to end a run of four straight defeats.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Newcastle Eagles (@newcastleeagles)
Johnson links back up with GB assistant coach Marc Steutel to make a first appearance in the BBL. The 33-yea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/newcastle-eagles-sign-kyle-johnson-denzel-ubiaro/Sat, 22 Oct 2022 10:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/newcastle-eagles-sign-kyle-johnson-denzel-ubiaro/ Sochan, who is 19 years and 152 days, finished with 4 points, 7 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals and one big dunk in a 129-102 loss.
Sochan finishes with 4 points, 7 rebounds, 2 assists and 2 steals in his debutpic.twitter.com/VctZqUjKSK
— Hoopsfix (@Hoopsfix) October 20, 2022
Jeremy is just the fifth rookie to start on opening night for San Antoni]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jeremy-sochan-becomes-youngest-opening-night-starter-in-spurs-history/Thu, 20 Oct 2022 13:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jeremy-sochan-becomes-youngest-opening-night-starter-in-spurs-history/ Lions came from behind, riding the crowd to finish the game on an 10-1 run to steal one despite being short-handed with both Sam Dekker and Kosta Koufos ruled out with injury.It marks the first time a British team has won in the EuroCup since 2004.
“We don’t win that game without the fans getting behind us, especially down the stretch,” Li]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-pick-up-first-eurocup-victory-with-win-over-trento/Tue, 18 Oct 2022 22:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-pick-up-first-eurocup-victory-with-win-over-trento/ Certain games – such as the Lions’ debut against Hapoel Tel Aviv last night, will be on the BT Sport red button and London Lions YouTube channel.
“We are looking forward to bringing British basketball fans more coverage of European club basketball, including the London Lions’ bid to win the 7DAY]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bt-sport-agrees-deal-for-eurocup-with-london-lions-starring/Wed, 12 Oct 2022 16:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bt-sport-agrees-deal-for-eurocup-with-london-lions-starring/ Star player Sam Dekker went down with an ankle injury after playing just 5 minutes and did not return, to make an already tough ask even more difficult in front of a raucous crowd of 3,500.
An abysmal 4-of-26 shooting from 3-point range sealed their fate, as they went down 9-0 to open the game, and did not score their first field goal until over four minutes in.
Tomislav Zubcic scored 21 poi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-downed-in-tel-aviv-in-eurocup-opener/Tue, 11 Oct 2022 20:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-downed-in-tel-aviv-in-eurocup-opener/ The GB guard was one of several big name additions in the summer as the club continues its ambition to be a force within Europe ahead of 18 regular season games.
“I think it’s huge,” Nelson said to Hoopsfix. “This is the calibre of basketball we want to get from London.
“Being able to be a part of it is a special opportunity. Hope]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/its-a-special-opportunity-luke-nelson-london-lions-set-for-eurocup-debut/Tue, 11 Oct 2022 12:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/its-a-special-opportunity-luke-nelson-london-lions-set-for-eurocup-debut/ The 34-year-old announced his retirement from professional basketball earlier in the week following an illustrious career which saw him break the records for the number of appearances, points and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/dan-clark-brought-in-as-surrey-scorchers-gm/Sat, 08 Oct 2022 13:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/dan-clark-brought-in-as-surrey-scorchers-gm/ The 39-year-old earned 118 caps with GB’s Senior team whilst playing at the 2012 Olympics and four different EuroBasket tournaments as well as winning a silver medal with England at the 2018 Commonwealth Games.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Rachael Vanderwal (@rachvanderwal)
Vanderwal began a pro career in Ireland back in 2007 after four years at NCAA Division 1 school Bosto]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/rachael-vanderwal-announces-retirement-after-16-year-playing-career/Wed, 05 Oct 2022 09:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/rachael-vanderwal-announces-retirement-after-16-year-playing-career/ The London 2012 Olympian, whose final season has ended up being his only one playing domestically – with the Manchester Giants in the BBL – is fresh off becoming GB men’s all-time caps leader during their recent EuroBasket campaign last month, adding to his all-time points, rebounding and blocked shots leader titles.The first]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/retiring-as-a-gb-all-time-great-with-dan-clark-ep-110/Mon, 03 Oct 2022 12:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/retiring-as-a-gb-all-time-great-with-dan-clark-ep-110/ The London 2012 Olympian, whose final season has ended up being his only one playing domestically – with the Manchester Giants in the BBL – is fresh off becoming GB men’s all-time caps leader during their recent EuroBasket campaign last month, adding to his all-time points and rebounding leader titles.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Dan Clark]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/dan-clark-announces-retirement-from-playing-professional-basketball/Mon, 03 Oct 2022 10:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/dan-clark-announces-retirement-from-playing-professional-basketball/ The GB guard – who competed at EuroBasket – contributed 11 points, four rebounds and four assists to his side’s 95-92 triumph over Vienna as the game doubled up as the league opener.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Dwayne Lautier-Ogunleye (@2dlo3)
It marks another piece of silverware for DLO after winning the DBL playoffs title with Heroes Den Bosch]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/dwayne-lautier-ogunleye-wins-super-cup-title-in-austria/Sun, 02 Oct 2022 09:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/dwayne-lautier-ogunleye-wins-super-cup-title-in-austria/ WSC Sports are one of the most experienced and very best content service providers in the world, working with over 250 sports leagues, clubs and organisations across the world.Their automated AI highlights creation system will allow the BBL to deliver content across all of its platforms, clubs, players and to media outl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-announces-3-year-deal-with-automated-video-platform-wsc-sports/Wed, 28 Sep 2022 11:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-announces-3-year-deal-with-automated-video-platform-wsc-sports/ The sixth overall pick in the 2020 WNBA Draft finished with a team-high 22 points along with 12 rebounds on 63% shooting from the floor as the Lions defeated Sevenoaks Suns 83-72.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)
The post VIDEO: Kiki Herbert-Harrigan shows out on Lions home debut appe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/video-kiki-herbert-harrigan-shows-out-on-lions-home-debut/Tue, 27 Sep 2022 12:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/video-kiki-herbert-harrigan-shows-out-on-lions-home-debut/ 13 teams recently became 12 following the withdrawal of Gloucester City Queens and there has been a lack of updates from multiple clubs in the off-season.
Here’s our look through the teams:
London Lions
Last season: 24-0 (1st); Winners: Cup, Trophy, Playoffs
Key returnee: Kennedy Leonard enters a third season with the Lions and will once again be instrumental in orchestrating the offence. Th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/the-2022-23-wbbl-season-preview/Fri, 23 Sep 2022 16:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/the-2022-23-wbbl-season-preview/ Following a tumultuous summer for the Great Britain national team programmes, Chris, who has worked at the highest levels of sports administration, will take on the huge undertaking for an initial term of four years, starting on 1 November 2022.
“I am delighted to become Chair of British Basketball,” the former Sport England board mem]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/chris-grant-obe-named-new-british-basketball-federation-chair/Thu, 22 Sep 2022 13:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/chris-grant-obe-named-new-british-basketball-federation-chair/ ‘Deptford Blue Cage in Lewisham, formerly a two court space with wooden backboards and typical gravel style concrete surface, has been resurfaced, turned into three courts, with custom post frames, perspex backboards and spring-loaded rings, along with flood lights and an art-court design.
“Our new basketball court – the blue cage – on Evely]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/deptford-blue-cage-basketball-courts-given-spectacular-revamp/Wed, 21 Sep 2022 12:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/deptford-blue-cage-basketball-courts-given-spectacular-revamp/ The new owners, Steve Timoney and wife Alison – who also own the Caledonia Gladiators WBBL franchise (formerly Caledonia Pride) – have a combined net worth estimated at anywhere between £60 million and £100 million and have lofty ambitions for the club including a 6,000 seat arena within the next two years.
In a long statement release by the club, Steve]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/glasgow-rocks-rebrand-to-caledonia-gladiators-amidst-lofty-ambitions/Tue, 20 Sep 2022 14:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/glasgow-rocks-rebrand-to-caledonia-gladiators-amidst-lofty-ambitions/ ‘Know Our Name’ is the first official campaign the BBL has done in recent memory, the brainchild of the new Head of Marketing, Joe Edwards who joined the team this summer, and pays tribute to the talent, culture and excitement around the league as it aims to become a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-launches-know-our-name-campaign-ahead-of-new-season/Tue, 20 Sep 2022 10:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-launches-know-our-name-campaign-ahead-of-new-season/ The talented ’06-born averaged 10.7 points, 6.9 rebounds and 2.7 assists per game whilst representing GB at the FIBA U16 Women’s European Championship in Podgorica, Montenegro.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)
Cox had a best of 21 points against Netherlands in the tournament and now joins up with the Suns for the 2022-]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u16-captain-katie-cox-joins-sevenoaks-suns/Mon, 19 Sep 2022 09:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u16-captain-katie-cox-joins-sevenoaks-suns/ The event, happening on November 24 and 26 at the Copper Box Arena, will feature four NCAA Division 1 teams, including Princeton Tigers who feature Tosan Evbuomwan, originally from the Newcastle Eagles programme, who was named the unanimous Ivy League Player of the Year last season.
Ticket prices start at £22, with family and courtside options available, based around sessions that feature two games each – use this exclu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tickets-for-london-basketball-classic-go-on-sale/Fri, 16 Sep 2022 13:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tickets-for-london-basketball-classic-go-on-sale/ A significant financial investment – which is part of a £35million total pot invested into the games – will be made to develop 3×3 and 5v5 basketball participation opportunities by creating and enhancing up to 20 great basketball spaces]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/up-to-20-birmingham-basketball-courts-to-be-renovated-as-part-of-cwg-legacy/Thu, 15 Sep 2022 19:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/up-to-20-birmingham-basketball-courts-to-be-renovated-as-part-of-cwg-legacy/ The GB international guard is the first player to be announced for the upcoming season in what will be a seventh successive year playing in the WBBL.
“We are very happy to have Renee back for another season,” commented head coach Len Busch. “She’s such a good shooter that she creates space for everyone else. She is also our defensive leader on the floor and we’]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/renee-busch-re-signs-for-seventh-season-with-sevenoaks-suns/Thu, 15 Sep 2022 13:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/renee-busch-re-signs-for-seventh-season-with-sevenoaks-suns/ A two-point fourth quarter was symptomatic of the type of tournament it has been for the Great Britain side, who came in under-prepared, and under-resourced but refused to make excuses.
“It was another difficult night for us,” GB Captain Dan Clark commented. “Italy played well, switched a lot, moved a lot and were very active and that caused]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-finish-eurobasket-campaign-with-italy-defeat/Thu, 08 Sep 2022 22:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-finish-eurobasket-campaign-with-italy-defeat/ With Ovie Soko out injured, a short-handed GB were unable to pull many positives from another blowout that saw them trail by as many as 32.
Their hopes of advancing out of the group stage continue to dampen, as they will now hope for Italy to lose tonight against Croatia to keep their chances alive.
“Estonia played a really great game and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/estonia-prove-too-strong-for-gb/Tue, 06 Sep 2022 16:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/estonia-prove-too-strong-for-gb/ He surpassed the previous record of 116 held by Eric Boateng, adding to his accomplishments of being the men’s all-time points and rebounds leader."It was a special day, there's a lot of people to thank."
After breaking the @gbbasketball all-time caps record, @Dan00Clark answers the question how much longer he is going to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/dan-clark-becomes-gb-all-time-caps-leader/Tue, 06 Sep 2022 11:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/dan-clark-becomes-gb-all-time-caps-leader/ GB fought valiantly, pushing Greece – who rested Giannis Antetokounmpo – before ultimately coming up short with another slow third period that would prove to be their undoing.
“It seems like it’s the third period for us that we crack, and turn it over. It’s hard to overcome 26 points from turnovers when you’re playing a great t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/greece-prevail-over-gb-despite-resting-giannis/Mon, 05 Sep 2022 18:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/greece-prevail-over-gb-despite-resting-giannis/ A 29-point defeat to Ukraine in the opener, followed by a 21-point loss to Croatia and there are growing questions on social media of the sport’s governance and management.
“How many more years are we gonna keep failing our elite athletes?,” MSU Bobcats Women’s assistant coach Chris Mayes tweeted]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/spotlight-back-on-british-basketball-governance-failures-at-eurobasket/Sun, 04 Sep 2022 13:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/spotlight-back-on-british-basketball-governance-failures-at-eurobasket/ It was once again the third quarter that proved to be their undoing, as Croatia used a 15-2 run to open the period led by Ivica Zubac to put away GB and turn it into a blowout where they led by as many as 35.
Myles Hesson had 16 of his 18 in the first half to lead GB, while Patrick Whelan provided a boost in the fourth with 14 points in 13 minutes. Gabe Olaseni joined t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/croatia-pull-away-in-third-to-drop-gb-to-0-2/Sat, 03 Sep 2022 16:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/croatia-pull-away-in-third-to-drop-gb-to-0-2/ Phillip has had successful surgery on the knee – which explains his absence from the GB EuroBasket squad – while van Oostrum is expected to provide support in his place – it will be his first full stint in the BBL, having signed a short term loan deal with the now defunct Leeds Force in 2015.
van Oostrum is curre]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-sign-devon-van-oostrum-after-tarik-phillip-out-injured/Sat, 03 Sep 2022 11:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-sign-devon-van-oostrum-after-tarik-phillip-out-injured/ They will look to bounce back later today against Croatia.
The post Highlights: Great Britain vs Ukraine – EuroBasket 2022 appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/highlights-great-britain-vs-ukraine-eurobasket-2022/Sat, 03 Sep 2022 08:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/highlights-great-britain-vs-ukraine-eurobasket-2022/ GB held their only lead at 3-2 in the opening minute of the game before chasing from the backfoot the rest of the way. The Ukraine lead ballooned to as many 28 in the game (and eventually 29 for the final deficit), using a 24-12 third quarter to put it completely out of reach and seal GB’s fate.
Luke Nelson looked was the only credible offen]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-blown-out-at-hands-of-ukraine-in-eurobasket-opener/Fri, 02 Sep 2022 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-blown-out-at-hands-of-ukraine-in-eurobasket-opener/ Nate Reinking’s side play their first game in Milan, Italy as part of Group C against Ukraine on Friday as they go with a slightly changed group that took on Latvia in the World Cup qualifiers.
Dan Clark could become GB Senior Men’s most-capped player during the tournament, while Myles Hesson, Gabe Olaseni and Ben Mockford are expected to reach the milestone of 50 a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-mens-final-12-for-eurobasket-confirmed/Thu, 01 Sep 2022 18:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-mens-final-12-for-eurobasket-confirmed/ Nate Reinking’s side are in Milan, Italy for the group phase with their opening game against Ukraine on Friday.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Dan Clark (@dan10clark)
Clark is one of GB’s capped centurions and is set to compete at EuroBasket for a fifth time having previously played at the event in 2009, 2011, 2013 and 2017.
&ldqu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/dan-clark-we-believe-we-can-make-some-noise-at-eurobasket/Thu, 01 Sep 2022 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/dan-clark-we-believe-we-can-make-some-noise-at-eurobasket/ Courtside 1891 is the number 1 location for fans to able to watch EuroBasket, being the primary live streaming service from FIBA and the exclusive place to watch all games in the UK live or on demand.
And with no broadcaster picking up the games in the UK, FIBA and Courtside 1891 have done GB a solid one by making their opener against Ukraine on Friday e]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/where-to-watch-eurobasket-2022-in-the-uk-as-a-gb-fan/Wed, 31 Aug 2022 20:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/where-to-watch-eurobasket-2022-in-the-uk-as-a-gb-fan/ The hosts led 73-71 inside the fourth quarter in front of a sold-out crowd, but were undone down the stretch with Kristaps Porzingis finishing with 29 points and 14 rebounds for Latvia.Myles Hesson top scored with 15 points along with eight rebounds and eight assists for GB with Gabe Olaseni close behind on 14 points, while Luke Nelson and Te]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-men-push-latvia-close-in-home-defeat/Sun, 28 Aug 2022 22:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-men-push-latvia-close-in-home-defeat/ The 23-year-old forward has spent the past five years in America; playing the last two seasons at NAIA level at Oklahoma City with averages of 14.4 points and 10.3 rebounds per game last season.
Spence becomes the latest signing for the Patriots as they re-signed a number of players from last season’s roster.
“I’m delighted to have signed Romario Spence for the comin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/romario-spence-signs-pro-deal-with-plymouth-city-patriots/Fri, 26 Aug 2022 09:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/romario-spence-signs-pro-deal-with-plymouth-city-patriots/ Nate Reinking’s side drop to 1-4 in the second round – having carried a win and three defeats over from the first round – ahead of hosting group leaders Latvia in Newcastle on Sunday.
Myles Hesson top scored with 17 points, while Ovie Soko added 13 as the only other player in double figures.
Box score.
GB made a bright start to lead 9-5 throug]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-men-resume-world-cup-qualifiers-with-loss-in-belgium/Thu, 25 Aug 2022 22:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-men-resume-world-cup-qualifiers-with-loss-in-belgium/ Courtside 1891 is the number 1 location for fans to able to watch the FIBA World Cup Qualifiers, being the primary live streaming service from FIBA and the exclusive place to watch all games in the UK live or on demand.
You can watch the games on Courtside 1891 with two different types of passes:
– Annual Pass for &po]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/where-to-watch-gb-in-the-fiba-basketball-world-cup-2023-qualifiers/Thu, 25 Aug 2022 14:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/where-to-watch-gb-in-the-fiba-basketball-world-cup-2023-qualifiers/ Nate Reinking’s side open up their second round campaign against Belgium in Mons before returning home to face Latvia in Newcastle on Sunday with changes able to be made in the roster.
Ovie Soko returns to national team action having been unavailable through the first round, while Luke Nelson and Teddy Okereafor both make their returns fro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-men-reveal-final-12-for-world-cup-qualifier/Thu, 25 Aug 2022 00:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-men-reveal-final-12-for-world-cup-qualifier/ The quartet consists of four GB U18 juniors from the recent European Championship as Welsh duo Issy Bunyan and Carys Roy are joined by soon-to-be Ipswich teammates Olivia Forster and Louisa Gibbins.
Team leader Azeb Smalley said via release: “I am really excited to be leading the GB U18 3×3 Women’s Team at the World]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-to-compete-at-fiba-33-u18-womens-world-cup-for-first-time/Wed, 24 Aug 2022 13:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-to-compete-at-fiba-33-u18-womens-world-cup-for-first-time/ Donnie Macdonald’s side took third place in Group D as their promotion hopes were dashed in a heartbreaking defeat to Luxembourg in their penultimate game.
Here’s a recap of their games in the tournament so far:
GB v Slovakia – Thursday 18th AugustGB’s opening game wa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-16-women-go-1-3-to-start-european-championship-campaign/Wed, 24 Aug 2022 09:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-16-women-go-1-3-to-start-european-championship-campaign/ The 2021-22 WBBL MVP reunites with sister Jen Leedham, who took over as head coach earlier this summer following time as an assistant at St Francis Brooklyn.
Welcome to #MAACHoops Coach Leedham! @PeacocksWBB @JenLeedham#MAACHoops x #StrutUp pic.twitter.com/xDq1gs3EN4
— #MAACHoops (@MAACHoops) August 4, 2022
They previously played together at NCAA Division II school Fra]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jo-leedham-warner-joins-sister-jen-leedhams-coaching-staff-at-saint-peters/Wed, 24 Aug 2022 08:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jo-leedham-warner-joins-sister-jen-leedhams-coaching-staff-at-saint-peters/ Created by renowned British artist Reuben Dangoor whose work is heavily influenced by current affairs and his surroundings in London, the piece depicts Luol dunking on a hoop hanging from Nelson’s Column.
With basketball growing in the UK, this artwork from Reuben Dangoor celebrates the impact of Luol Deng's inspirational career #NBACreatorSeries pic.twitter.com/M2nkCJRLWR
— NBA UK (@]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/luol-deng-artwork-released-as-part-of-nba-creator-series/Tue, 23 Aug 2022 18:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/luol-deng-artwork-released-as-part-of-nba-creator-series/ The mural at Reddings Lane Park is accompanied by the caption ‘You are stronger than you think’ and features his fellow hometown heroes in Commonwealth Games powerlifting champion Karenjeet Bains and Olympic boxing Gold medalist Galal Yafai.
“I want to say a big thank you to everyone involved,” Hesson said]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/myles-hesson-tribute-mural-unveiled-in-birmingham/Tue, 23 Aug 2022 17:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/myles-hesson-tribute-mural-unveiled-in-birmingham/ Raiders – featuring Solent’s Kai Walker and Zain Poorman, saw off Nothing to Worry About 43-36 to claim the 2022 Clapham Common Cup in the men’s division, while Team Emerald took home the Cup in the women’s division, defeating Team Ruby 40-31 led by Chantel Charles and Janice Monakana.
All winners received a Cla]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-summer-jam-finishes-events-season-in-style/Mon, 22 Aug 2022 12:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-summer-jam-finishes-events-season-in-style/ Carey makes the switch from Cheshire Phoenix having averaged 6.3 points, 2.1 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game in the BBL last season.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Surrey Scorchers (@scorchersbasketball)
“I’m really excited to be playing for the Scorchers this season,” he said, via release. “Lloyd has coached me several times over the years, and I always]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/kyle-carey-signs-with-surrey-scorchers-in-latest-bbl-spell/Thu, 18 Aug 2022 10:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/kyle-carey-signs-with-surrey-scorchers-in-latest-bbl-spell/ Troy Culley’s side started their campaign with victory over Norway on the second day of the tournament, but back-to-back defeats dented their hopes of advancing before picking up a second win.
Here’s a look back at their games in Group C:
GB v Norway – Friday August 12thGB clawed their way to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-16-men-go-2-2-in-european-championship-group-phase/Wed, 17 Aug 2022 12:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-16-men-go-2-2-in-european-championship-group-phase/ The 21-year-old joined the Lions last summer and helped played an important role in their clean sweep of WBBL competitions – earning the MVP award in the Trophy Final – whilst playing in Europe for the first time.View this post on InstagramA post shared by London Lions (@londonlionsw)
Winterburn now has seven pieces of domestic silverware in her collection and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/holly-winterburn-signs-two-year-deal-to-stay-at-london-lions/Sat, 13 Aug 2022 17:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/holly-winterburn-signs-two-year-deal-to-stay-at-london-lions/ Featuring: Featuring: Esref Ki, Flynn Boardman-Raffet, Joel Henry, Sulayman Suwareh, Chanel Michaels, Joseph Bankola, Alasan Thomas, Veron Eze, Liam Johnson, and Edrick Okunola.
The post Edrick Okunola nasty poster! Ball Out 3×3 Top 10 Plays appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/edrick-okunola-nasty-poster-ball-out-33-top-10-plays/Sat, 13 Aug 2022 11:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/edrick-okunola-nasty-poster-ball-out-33-top-10-plays/ Michael Belle top scored with 19 points to go with nine rebounds and five steals, while Quinn Ellis contributed 17 points, six rebounds and five assists in the win.
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Box score.
Bronny James had a quick five points as CBC moved into an early lead, but triples from Ben Brown and Ellis sparked]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-elite-beat-california-basketball-club-in-exhibition/Thu, 11 Aug 2022 23:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-elite-beat-california-basketball-club-in-exhibition/ The exhibition marks the first stop of the AXE Euro Tour that also takes the American high school side to Paris and Rome after their trip to London.
The game is now officially SOLD OUT.
Who is playing?
Hoopsfix have put together an Under-19 select team to represent the UK with 14 players called up by head coach Lloyd Gardner.
Those include Italian b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/how-to-watch-hoopsfix-elite-v-california-basketball-club-tonight/Thu, 11 Aug 2022 12:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/how-to-watch-hoopsfix-elite-v-california-basketball-club-tonight/ James is the no. 39 ranked Senior in the nation, and will be joined on the roster by Bryce James, as both sons of LeBron will suit up.
Ashton Hardaway – the son of former NBA star Anfernee Penny Hardaway, and currently the no. 33 ranked small forward in the US, will suit up, along with the fourth son of an NBA player on the roster in Jus]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/california-basketball-club-roster-revealed-for-hoopsfix-elite-match-up/Thu, 11 Aug 2022 01:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/california-basketball-club-roster-revealed-for-hoopsfix-elite-match-up/ Troy Culley’s side began prep with a training camp in Myerscough and also headed out to Serbia to get ready for GB’s first tournament with the Under-16s since 2019.
“With GB not playing in international competition for the last two years due to the pandemic, our opening game against Norway will be the first international game in a GB]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-16-men-final-12-confirmed-for-european-championship/Wed, 10 Aug 2022 22:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-16-men-final-12-confirmed-for-european-championship/ Nate Reinking and his coaching staff will have to cut the squad in half for when they head to Milan for the start of EuroBasket in September, whilst first taking on Belgium and Latvia at the end of this month.
Ovie Soko and Myles Hesson would be the two main additions from the squad that competed at FIBA EuroBasket 2017 with the likes of Luke Nelson, Gabe Olasen]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-mens-preliminary-roster-for-eurobasket-announced/Wed, 10 Aug 2022 10:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-mens-preliminary-roster-for-eurobasket-announced/ Featuring the inaugural ‘Clapham Common Cup’, a straight knockout 5-on-5 tournament for under-23s with both male and female categories, and the ‘King of the Trenches’ 1-on-1 competition presented by Dezereels for a £500 cash prize, along with DJ, MC and entertainment, it is set to be the perfe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-summer-jam-presented-by-foot-locker-coming-to-clapham-common/Tue, 09 Aug 2022 21:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-summer-jam-presented-by-foot-locker-coming-to-clapham-common/ Phillip joins international teammates Luke Nelson, Ovie Soko, Mo Soluade and Kareem Queeley in signing with the Lions in a move that was first rumoured by MVP’s Mark Woods.View this post on InstagramA post shared by London Lions Basketball Club (@londonlions)
The 28-year-old hails from Brooklyn, USA, but made a GB Senior debut in 2017 and is expected to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tarik-phillip-becomes-latest-gb-international-to-join-london-lions/Tue, 09 Aug 2022 17:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tarik-phillip-becomes-latest-gb-international-to-join-london-lions/ Having opened training camp just two hours before the game, it was a baptism by fire for the squad who are awaiting the arrival of Quinn Ellis and Michael Belle, and called up pros Elvisi Dusha and Kayne Henry for additional support.
Montana State unleashed a 3-point barrage, knocking down 14 triples, while holding Hoopsfix to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-elite-fall-in-opening-montana-state-test/Tue, 09 Aug 2022 00:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-elite-fall-in-opening-montana-state-test/ The Hoopsfix Elite roster is supplemented by a pair of pros in Kayne Henry and Elvisi Dusha, as the team prepares to be joined by Quinn Ellis and Michael Belle later in the week.
Hoopsfix Elite Roster vs Montana State University
Sultan Adewale, 6’8, F, Neumann Gorretti High School (US)Tijan Barri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-hoopsfix-elite-vs-montana-state-university/Mon, 08 Aug 2022 19:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-hoopsfix-elite-vs-montana-state-university/ The roster is headlined by Quinn Ellis, who returns to the UK after signing a four year deal with Italian Eurocup side Trento, Michael Belle who crosses the channel from France where he plays for SIG Strasbourg, and Sultan Adewale, back from the US]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/14-named-to-hoopsfix-elite-roster-ahead-of-california-basketball-club-clash/Mon, 08 Aug 2022 09:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/14-named-to-hoopsfix-elite-roster-ahead-of-california-basketball-club-clash/ Kenrick Liburd’s side trailed by three with less than 10 seconds left on the clock, and up stepped Fatmata Janneh. An insane three from the logo to tie the game before coming up with the steal and layup at the buzzer to spark wild celebratory scenes for the win.
WOW. WOW. WOW.
Janneh from the logo, then]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/fatmata-janneh-seals-win-for-gb-under-18-women-in-insane-finish/Sun, 07 Aug 2022 19:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/fatmata-janneh-seals-win-for-gb-under-18-women-in-insane-finish/ Craig Nicol’s side had their relegation back to Division B confirmed less than 24 hours earlier, but avoided finishing bottom with their second win of the tournament.
Latrell Davis had another big game with 26 points along with nine rebounds to lead the way in the win.
Nedas Cholevinskas contributed 11 points and nine rebounds w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-men-avoid-finishing-bottom-at-fibau18europe/Sun, 07 Aug 2022 12:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-men-avoid-finishing-bottom-at-fibau18europe/ Caleb Fuller and Jubrile Belo both attended Barking Abbey, while for BA Lions, alumnus Amin Adamu will suit up – having just graduated from Montana State this off-season.
Commentary provided by Liam Jefferson.
The post LIVE STREAM: BA London Lions vs Montana State University (2pm) appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-ba-london-lions-vs-montana-state-university-2pm/Sun, 07 Aug 2022 11:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/live-stream-ba-london-lions-vs-montana-state-university-2pm/ Kenrick Liburd’s side will now play for 11th place on the final day after another all-round team display.
Carys Roy top scored with 16 points along with seven rebounds and five steals, while Leia Edwards added 11 points and 10 rebounds. Olivia Forster netted 13 points with Issy Bunyan and Fatmata Janneh both scoring nine point]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-women-make-it-back-to-back-wins-play-for-11th/Sat, 06 Aug 2022 16:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-women-make-it-back-to-back-wins-play-for-11th/ Five years to the day since the two teams were competing in the Division B final, this time they were competing to avoid being back in the competition next summer and GB never really recovered from a slow start in Izmir, Turkey, on Saturday.
Latrell Davis top scored for GB with 14 points with Dara Adeyemi adding a doub]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-men-relegated-to-division-b-after-loss-to-croatia/Sat, 06 Aug 2022 14:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-men-relegated-to-division-b-after-loss-to-croatia/ MSU, who are fresh off a conference title and NCAA tournament appearance, include a trio of Brits in Jubrile Belo, Great Osobor, and Caleb Fuller. Belo won Big Sky Conference MVP and Defensive Player of the Year last season.
Bobcats taking on London #gocatsgo pic.twitter.com/MOJaD8xpZh
— Montana State Men&rs]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/montana-state-university-to-play-hoopsfix-elite-ba-lions-double-header-in-london/Sat, 06 Aug 2022 08:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/montana-state-university-to-play-hoopsfix-elite-ba-lions-double-header-in-london/ Kaboza seized his opportunity with the BBL side last season after also playing at Barking Abbey; becoming a regular part of the squad in the second half of the season including an appearance in the playoffs final at The O2.View this post on InstagramA post shared by London Lions Basketball Club (@londonlions)
The 21-year-old becomes the second player re-signed from last season after Josh Ward-]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-tie-bradley-kaboza-down-to-four-year-deal/Fri, 05 Aug 2022 17:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-tie-bradley-kaboza-down-to-four-year-deal/ Watson-Gayle was a standout performer in the States with his college career finishing at Fresno Pacific as a Graduate Student with 19.1 points per game as the PacWest Newcomer of the Year.
Buckle up.Jelani Watson-Gayle is a Flyer. pic.twitter.com/oVmAL44S8b
— Bristol Flyers (@BristolFlyers) August 5, 2022
“I’ve been away from home for seven years now, so I’m lookin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jelani-watson-gayle-starts-pro-career-at-bristol-flyers/Fri, 05 Aug 2022 17:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jelani-watson-gayle-starts-pro-career-at-bristol-flyers/ Craig Nicol’s side now face a must-win clash on Saturday as they take on Croatia with the loser being relegated to Division B next summer.
Latrell Davis led GB’s effort with a game-high 32 points along with eight rebounds and three steals with Ben Michaels the only other player in double figures with 10 points.
Box score.
More to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-men-face-must-win-for-division-a-survival-after-defeat/Thu, 04 Aug 2022 21:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-men-face-must-win-for-division-a-survival-after-defeat/ Katie Januszewska led the way with a game-high 17 points to go with six rebounds, four assists and five steals as GB opened the 9-18 Classification group with a win.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)
Charli Wroe added 16 points and four steals after being inserted into the sta]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-women-use-19-0-fourth-quarter-run-to-beat-ukraine/Thu, 04 Aug 2022 17:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-women-use-19-0-fourth-quarter-run-to-beat-ukraine/ Craig Nicol’s side came up second best against stronger opposition and now drop into the 9-16 Classification Round with the bottom two teams being relegated to Division B.
Latrell Davis finished with 14 points and seven rebounds as the only GB player in double figures.
Box score.
The writing was on the wall e]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-men-brushed-aside-by-turkey-in-round-of-16/Wed, 03 Aug 2022 21:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-men-brushed-aside-by-turkey-in-round-of-16/ The 27-year-old has not played in the UK since his time with Worthing Thunder and is set to make his debut in the BBL, whilst competing in EuroCup action.View this post on InstagramA post shared by London Lions Basketball Club (@londonlions)
Nelson has previously played in France, Germany and Spain in his pro career and has become a key figure of the GB Senior team after]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-guard-luke-nelson-signs-with-london-lions/Wed, 03 Aug 2022 17:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-guard-luke-nelson-signs-with-london-lions/ It was only a one-point game at half-time, but GB were unable to sustain their effort against the unbeaten Group A winners as they now drop into the 9-18 Classification groups with promotion on hold for another summer.
Leia Edwards posted a second double-double of the tournament with 21 points and 10 rebounds with Fatmata Jann]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-women-undone-by-portugals-third-quarter-run/Wed, 03 Aug 2022 16:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-women-undone-by-portugals-third-quarter-run/ The 32-year-old links up with GB coach Marc Steutel at the North-East club having previously played for both Plymouth Raiders, Bristol Flyers and Cheshire Phoenix.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Newcastle Eagles (@newcastleeagles)
Mockford spent the second half of last season in France with Lyon after averaging 8.0 points per game for Cheshire in BBL action.
“When you think of the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ben-mockford-lands-with-newcastle-eagles-for-new-season/Wed, 03 Aug 2022 09:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ben-mockford-lands-with-newcastle-eagles-for-new-season/ In the most dramatic of finishes, the Birmingham native struck gold to secure a thrilling 17-16 triumph over Australia after Orlan Jackman’s rebound set up the opportunity for the win.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoopsfix)
England were 5-3 behind early on, but the gap was never larger than two poin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/myles-hessons-winner-delivers-england-gold-at-commonwealth-games/Wed, 03 Aug 2022 08:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/myles-hessons-winner-delivers-england-gold-at-commonwealth-games/ Sarah Te-Biasu drove to the basket to lay in the game-winner in a heartbreaking finish for England as they had appeared to be heading to overtime.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)
The quartet of Chantelle Handy, Shanice Beckford-Norton, Cheridene Green and Hannah Jump emulate the 5-on-5]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/england-women-claim-commonwealth-games-silver-after-33-final-heartbreak/Wed, 03 Aug 2022 08:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/england-women-claim-commonwealth-games-silver-after-33-final-heartbreak/ Generously priced at £15 for the lower bowl and £10 for the upper bowl, the tickets for the UK vs US showdown being broadcast on ESPNU are expected to be in hot demand for the 5,000 seat Copper Box.
‘Hoopsfix Elite’ will feature 12 of the best British prospects out of the UK, headlined by Hoopsfix All-Star Classic MVP Quinn Ellis who will fly in from Italy, Strasb]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tickets-for-hoopsfix-elite-vs-california-basketball-club-go-on-sale/Tue, 02 Aug 2022 20:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tickets-for-hoopsfix-elite-vs-california-basketball-club-go-on-sale/ The defeat all but ends their hopes of promotion for another year with a final group game to come against unbeaten Portugal, though Kenrick Liburd’s side can be encouraged by the performance.
Issy Bunyan starred with a first-half double-double on the way to finishing with 18 points, 11 rebounds and five blocks. Katie Januszewska added nin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-women-show-promise-in-loss-to-croatia-now-1-2/Tue, 02 Aug 2022 19:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-women-show-promise-in-loss-to-croatia-now-1-2/ It was their fourth victory after finishing 3-0 in the group phase as England set up a final showdown with Australia, who had beaten Scotland 20-15 in the first semi-final.
England held on in a nervy finish as they have a chance to collect a gold medal as Myles Hesson and Orlan Jackman combined for 10 of the 13 points in the win.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/england-men-reach-33-final-to-secure-commonwealth-games-medal/Mon, 01 Aug 2022 23:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/england-men-reach-33-final-to-secure-commonwealth-games-medal/ They have to chance a surpass their silver medal achievement from the 2018 5-on-5 competition after beating Australia 21-15 in the semi-finals, on Monday evening.
ONE MOREhttps://t.co/gU7mCYKefk
— Hannah Jump (@hannah_jump) August 1, 2022
Shanice Beckford-Norton sealed the win from the foul line with Cheridene Green scoring eight points as the top scorer. Hannah]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/england-women-guaranteed-medal-at-2022-commonwealth-games/Mon, 01 Aug 2022 22:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/england-women-guaranteed-medal-at-2022-commonwealth-games/ Something clicked for Kenrick Liburd’s side in the face of a nine-point deficit in the third quarter as a stunning period of play completely changed the course of the contest as GB improve to 1-1 in their Division B campaign.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)
Katie Januszewska led an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-women-turn-it-around-to-beat-north-macedonia/Mon, 01 Aug 2022 19:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-women-turn-it-around-to-beat-north-macedonia/ Craig Nicol’s side advance to the Round of 16 stage with some much needed momentum after two heavy defeats in the first two days.| Lane Campbell (@lcxmpbell5) with the dagger inside the final minute to finish with 19 PTS (5 3PM) in the @gbbasketball U18s win!@NextGenHoops | #FIBAU18Europe pic.twitter.com/uGk8tOOQkT
— Hoo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-men-earn-first-win-at-fibau18europe/Mon, 01 Aug 2022 14:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-men-earn-first-win-at-fibau18europe/ Craig Nicol’s side will next take on North Macedonia in their final Group A game on Monday in the battle for third spot as teams compete for seeding in the Round of 16 stage.
Latrell Davis top scored with 15 points with Ben Brown also in double figures with 10 points, while Lane Campbell collected 11 rebounds to go with nine points in the d]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-men-drop-to-0-2-with-loss-to-israel/Sun, 31 Jul 2022 16:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-men-drop-to-0-2-with-loss-to-israel/ For the full schedule, see HERE.
Here’s what has happened so far:
Day 1 – Friday 29th July
Scotland had a tough start to their debut tournament before bouncing back in the evening session.
They made a bright opening to their game with Australia with Kennedy Leonard scoring five early points before they were eventually beaten 21-9 by the title favo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/2022-commonwealth-games-womens-33-tournament-recap/Sun, 31 Jul 2022 10:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/2022-commonwealth-games-womens-33-tournament-recap/ For the full schedule, see HERE.
Here’s what has happened so far:
Day 1 – Friday 29th July
Scotland made a strong start to the tournament on Friday as they picked up two wins in Group A.
Fraser Malcolm starred in their opening success as the leading scorer in helping his side pull away to record a 16-9 victory over Sri Lanka – a resu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/2022-commonwealth-games-mens-33-tournament-recap/Sun, 31 Jul 2022 10:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/2022-commonwealth-games-mens-33-tournament-recap/ Kenrick Liburd’s side need a top-two finish in Group A to advance and will need to regroup and bounce back heading into a run of three straight games from Monday.
Leia Edwards was the leading scorer, in GB’s first appearance at the tournament in 1,112 days, with a double-double of 20 points and 11 rebounds]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-women-suffer-opening-loss-against-luxembourg/Sat, 30 Jul 2022 14:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-women-suffer-opening-loss-against-luxembourg/ All teams advance to the Round of 16 stage, and Craig Nicol’s side will have an immediate chance to bounce back when they take on Israel on Sunday in their second Group A game.
Latrell Davis was the only player in double figures for GB with 10 points, while Ben Brown had 8 and Louie Tu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-men-routed-by-france-in-european-opener/Sat, 30 Jul 2022 14:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-men-routed-by-france-in-european-opener/ Kenrick Liburd’s side must finish in the top two in their group in order to reach the quarter-finals and continue their push for promotion.
They begin against Luxembourg on Saturday at 11:45am UK time (see top of page) to open their campaign.
Here are GB’s upcoming games:
GB v North Macedonia
Monday 1st August –]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/watch-gb-under-18-women-at-the-european-championships/Fri, 29 Jul 2022 18:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/watch-gb-under-18-women-at-the-european-championships/ The athletic forward finished his college career at Jacksonville State and is currently competing for Team England at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Open Court Basketball Agency (@opencourtagency)
Henry averaged 9.3 points and 5.5 rebounds per game in his senior year with the Gamecocks and helped them to the ASUN Conference re]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/kayne-henry-joins-kircheim-to-start-pro-career-in-germany/Fri, 29 Jul 2022 16:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/kayne-henry-joins-kircheim-to-start-pro-career-in-germany/ Craig Nicol’s side aim to preserve their Division A status after a run to the quarter-finals back in 2019 with all teams advancing to the Round of 16 stage from the group phase.
They open up with a tough encounter with France on Saturday at 11:45am UK time (see top of page) before two more games in Group A.
Here are GB’s upcoming games:
GB v Isr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/watch-gb-under-18-men-at-the-european-championships/Fri, 29 Jul 2022 14:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/watch-gb-under-18-men-at-the-european-championships/ The back-to-back league MVP had re-signed for a third year with the Riders, but is now heading to Germany after Gottingen made their move.Gute Nachrichten zum Wochenende? Könnt ihr haben: Der mehrfache MVP aus Großbritannien wechselt vom britischen Meister @RidersBball zu unseren . Willkommen in Göttingen, @genocrandall!Wei]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/geno-crandall-departs-leicester-after-gottingen-trigger-release/Fri, 29 Jul 2022 11:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/geno-crandall-departs-leicester-after-gottingen-trigger-release/ England and Scotland are both competing in the men’s and women’s competitions as they aim for medals in the eight-team events.
Here’s a run down of the tournament schedule:
Men’s Tournament
England:
30th July v New Zealand – 5:10pm UK time30th July v Trinidad & Tobago – 7:30pm UK time31st July v Australia –]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/33-basketball-schedule-at-the-2022-commonwealth-games/Thu, 28 Jul 2022 10:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/33-basketball-schedule-at-the-2022-commonwealth-games/ There is a new team in Scotland as Caledonia Gladiators haven taken the place of Caledonia Pride with a number of changes already happening across the 13 teams in the league.
NOTE: Junior/academy players are under the age of 19 and have not signed contracts.
Updated: 30/07/2022
Caledonia Gladiators
HC: Miguel Angel Ortega Marco
Juniors/Academy:
Ins: Chantelle Handy (]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wbbl-2022-23-rosters-tracker-all-the-insouts/Thu, 28 Jul 2022 07:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wbbl-2022-23-rosters-tracker-all-the-insouts/ The GB forward posted 15 points and 11 rebounds in an 87-81 victory over Soles to clinch a 3-1 series victoryTRIBUUU¡Estamos en la Serie Final!#EstaEsTuTribu pic.twitter.com/eJiqAYNYIN
— IndiosSFM ® (@IndiosSFM) July 27, 2022
Bigby-Williams has averaged 11.4 points and 9.5 rebounds per game in 23 appearances for the club since joining in May for]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/kavell-bigby-williams-reaches-finals-in-dominican-republic/Wed, 27 Jul 2022 09:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/kavell-bigby-williams-reaches-finals-in-dominican-republic/ ‘Hoopsfix Elite’ will feature 12 of the best British prospects out of the UK, headlined by Hoopsfix All-Star Classic MVP Quinn Ellis who will fly in from Italy, Strasbourg’s Michael Belle who returns from France, and Sultan Adewale, fresh off an all-state season with Neumann-Goretti High School in the US.
Th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-elite-to-take-on-us-powerhouse-at-copper-box-in-espnu-televised-game/Tue, 26 Jul 2022 21:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-elite-to-take-on-us-powerhouse-at-copper-box-in-espnu-televised-game/ The 1999-born guard spent last season at Newcastle Eagles and was one of the league’s most improved players before departing the club just before the end of the league campaign.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Gloucester City Basketball (@gloscityqueens)
Eadsforth-Yates returned to the WBBL having previously featured for Leicester]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jessica-eadsforth-yates-makes-move-to-gloucester-city-queens/Tue, 26 Jul 2022 13:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jessica-eadsforth-yates-makes-move-to-gloucester-city-queens/ “Basketball in England has been my whole life and been around my family for their whole lives,” said former Sussex]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/homecoming-for-hildreth-amp-marsh-as-wake-forest-to-play-in-surrey/Tue, 26 Jul 2022 10:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/homecoming-for-hildreth-amp-marsh-as-wake-forest-to-play-in-surrey/ The 23-year-old makes the move to Switzerland ahead of the 2022-23 season having recently competed in the first-ever Hoopsfix Pro-Am.
“I’m excited to finally start on my pro journey,” Nikitinaite told Hoopsfix. “It’s something I’ve been wanting to do since I started playing basketball. I can’t wait to get to Fribourg t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gabby-nikitinaite-joins-elfic-fribourg-to-start-pro-career/Mon, 25 Jul 2022 18:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gabby-nikitinaite-joins-elfic-fribourg-to-start-pro-career/ The Londoner joins the North-East club after impressing at Plymouth City Patriots with averages of 14.8 points and 7.1 rebounds per game last season.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Newcastle Eagles (@newcastleeagles)
Graham-Bell reunites with former GB Under-20 head coach Steutel and is looking forward to the upcoming campaign.
“It feels great to be playing for this club and I ho]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/newcastle-eagles-make-rowell-graham-bell-first-summer-signing/Mon, 25 Jul 2022 09:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/newcastle-eagles-make-rowell-graham-bell-first-summer-signing/ The move sees Williams reunited with former London Lions head coach Vince Macaulay having spent the past two seasons in the capital.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Manchester Giants (@mcrgiants)
The American wing was one of the team’s consistent performers in the BBL, but had announced last week that he would not be returning to the club for]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-giants-snap-up-dirk-williams-from-london/Fri, 22 Jul 2022 22:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/manchester-giants-snap-up-dirk-williams-from-london/ Craig Nicol is at the helm for GB’s first major summer tournament in three years having preserved their top-flight status in 2019 after beating Serbia on their way to the quarter-finals.
“It is a great opportunity for these guys to showcase what they’re capable of as a national team and compete in the ‘A’ Division,&rdq]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-roster-for-european-championships-revealed/Fri, 22 Jul 2022 21:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-roster-for-european-championships-revealed/ Kenrick Liburd’s roster contains three players from the GB Under-16 team that competed at the European Championship in 2019 as Fatmata Janneh, Issy Bunyan and Katie Januszewska feature.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)
That means nine debutantes at a major international tournament amongst the squad, while]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-women-final-12-confirmed-for-european-championship/Fri, 22 Jul 2022 21:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-women-final-12-confirmed-for-european-championship/ The 32-year-old is the all-time leading scorer in the Basketball Champions League after six seasons with Nymburk and recently helped his country advance to the second round of the World Cup qualifiers.View this post on InstagramA post shared by London Lions Basketball Club (@londonlions)
Hruban adds significant experience as an elite scorer in European basketball as]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-bring-in-czech-republic-international-vojtech-hruban/Fri, 22 Jul 2022 17:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-bring-in-czech-republic-international-vojtech-hruban/ The London-born forward had not played competitively since graduating from Purdue University in 2021 and revelled in the chance of competing back on home soil – averaging 10+ points per game for eventual runners-up Team Emerald.
“I personally loved the event,” Grant told Hoopsfix. “It’s something that British bask]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jenelle-grant-finding-confidence-again-after-break-from-the-game/Thu, 21 Jul 2022 19:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jenelle-grant-finding-confidence-again-after-break-from-the-game/ Craig Nicol’s side went 0-2 against Serbia in Belgrade, before picking up two wins against Ireland in Cork last week.
They opened with a tough 86-61 loss to Serbia on July 6, with their only solace being a victorious fourth quarter when the game was already far out of reach. Latrell Davis led GB with 20 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists, while Nedas]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u18-men-split-games-across-serbia-amp-ireland/Wed, 20 Jul 2022 20:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-u18-men-split-games-across-serbia-amp-ireland/ The two-time BBL league MVP links up with new head coach Vince Macaulay after first joining the Eagles back in 2014.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Manchester Giants (@mcrgiants)
Fletcher had a season overseas in Slovakia before returning to Newcastle having won numerous pieces of silverware during his time with the club.
“I’m excited to sign in Manchester,&rdqu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/rahmon-fletcher-makes-move-to-manchester-from-newcastle/Wed, 20 Jul 2022 14:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/rahmon-fletcher-makes-move-to-manchester-from-newcastle/ The 1998-born guard has been one of the top playmaking guards in NBL Division 1 in recent seasons having spent three years at Loughborough Riders before making the switch to Nottingham Hoods.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Glen Luss Glasgow Rocks (@glasgowrocks)
Jimenez averaged 10+ assists per game in his final season with the Riders back in 2020-21 and no]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/kyle-jimenez-returns-to-scotland-signs-with-glasgow-rocks/Wed, 20 Jul 2022 09:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/kyle-jimenez-returns-to-scotland-signs-with-glasgow-rocks/ The retention of the back-to-back BBL league MVP provides a major boost to the club’s European ambitions as they prepare for the Basketball Champions League qualifiers.Welcome back @genocrandall! #BritishBasketball pic.twitter.com/o4pf15lfAm
— Leicester Riders (@RidersBball) July 19, 2022
Crandall averaged 13.1 points and 6.8 assists per game in his]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/two-time-bbl-mvp-geno-crandall-re-signs-with-leicester-riders/Tue, 19 Jul 2022 09:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/two-time-bbl-mvp-geno-crandall-re-signs-with-leicester-riders/ The club achieved promotion from Division 2 after going 13-1 in the South conference before losing to fellow promoted side Sheffield Hatters II in the semi-finals of the playoffs.
Join us in welcoming our new Women’s Head Coach to Brent for our @NBLengland Division 1 debut. Former @LondonLions & @AbbeyBasketball Coach Tope!Coach Tope will also leading and supporting ou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/promoted-brent-bulls-appoint-tope-alli-balogun-as-new-head-coach/Mon, 18 Jul 2022 17:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/promoted-brent-bulls-appoint-tope-alli-balogun-as-new-head-coach/ The inaugural Hoopsfix Pro-Am concluded on Saturday as Team Sapphire collected the Women’s summer league crown and Glacier Boys claimed the Men’s title.
We have picked out five players across both tournaments that impressed across the five weeks with a minimum of three games needed for consideration.
Women’s Hoopsfix Pro-Am:]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/10-players-that-stood-out-at-the-2022-hoopsfix-pro-am/Mon, 18 Jul 2022 15:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/10-players-that-stood-out-at-the-2022-hoopsfix-pro-am/ The former London Lions owner departed the club at the start of 2022 as they moved into a ‘different direction’ with Macaulay now back in the BBL to replace Lloyd Gardner, who moved to Surrey Scorchers.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Manchester Giants (@mcrgiants)
“I’m delighted to have this opportunity to restruc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/vince-macaulay-takes-over-at-manchester-giants/Sun, 17 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/vince-macaulay-takes-over-at-manchester-giants/ Bradley Kaboza delivered a clutch four-point play late in the fourth before Carl Wheatle and Flynn Boardman-Raffet came up with important baskets to help ice the win.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix (@hoopsfix)
Box score.
Glacier Boys jumped out to an 8-2 start before London United responded as Romario Spence netted a couple of triples to put his side]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/glacier-boys-crowned-mens-hoopsfix-pro-am-champions/Sat, 16 Jul 2022 21:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/glacier-boys-crowned-mens-hoopsfix-pro-am-champions/ Isi Ozzy-Momodu earned tournament MVP honours after consistent performances with Holly Winterburn leading the way in the title showdown with 10 points, six rebounds and three assists on debut.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)
Box score.
Sapphire held their previously unbeaten opponents to just four points in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/team-sapphire-take-inaugural-womens-hoopsfix-pro-am-title/Sat, 16 Jul 2022 16:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/team-sapphire-take-inaugural-womens-hoopsfix-pro-am-title/ The women’s competition sees the unbeaten Team Emerald take on Team Sapphire, while the Glacier Boys and London United go head-to-head for the men’s title.
A number of players are set to debut in the final week, including Holly Winterburn and Tomiwa Sulaiman.
Game 1 (12:00pm)
Team Diamond vs Team Ruby (3rd-4th)
Team Diamond: Macy S]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-ndash-week-5-live-streams-amp-rosters/Fri, 15 Jul 2022 22:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-ndash-week-5-live-streams-amp-rosters/ The move was first reported by Marc Stein with Koufas having spent 11 years playing in the NBA with nearly 700 appearances from 2008-2019.
The 33-year-old returned to Europe with stints at CSKA Moscow and Olympiacos before a brief spell in the NBA G-League.
Koufos becomes the sixth confirmed signing for the Lions with American-British big Joshua Sharma and Kareem Queeley announced]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/greek-veteran-kosta-koufos-signs-with-london-lions/Fri, 15 Jul 2022 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/greek-veteran-kosta-koufos-signs-with-london-lions/ They will take on the loser of the EuroLeague Women qualifier between Villeneuve and Spar Girona – meaning they could face two trips to France – whilst also coming up against the winner of the EuroCup Women qualifier between Italy’s Sassari and House of Talents Spurs of Belgium.
“A tough draw,” commented head coach Mar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-face-trip-to-france-in-eurocup-women-regular-season/Fri, 15 Jul 2022 11:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-face-trip-to-france-in-eurocup-women-regular-season/ Atkinson, who was affectionately known as ‘Statkinson’, dedicated his life to being a statistician, while collecting and preserving British basketball history.
Recognising the complete disregard the sport’s administration had to collecting the information, and working with a small circle of other passionate historians including t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/john-atkinson-british-basketball-historian-amp-guardian-passes-away/Fri, 15 Jul 2022 11:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/john-atkinson-british-basketball-historian-amp-guardian-passes-away/ Several international players have suited up in the tournament along with players returning from seasons in Europe and college in the US as well as young talent stepping up against elite pros.
The women’s competition sees the unbeaten Team Emerald take on Team Sapphire, while the Glacier Boys and London United go head-to-head for the men]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/preview-inaugural-hoopsfix-pro-am-concludes-with-title-showdowns/Fri, 15 Jul 2022 10:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/preview-inaugural-hoopsfix-pro-am-concludes-with-title-showdowns/ Kenrick Liburd’s side had recently lost 2-1 against Ireland’s Under-20s and tested themselves again in coming up against a strong Serbia side as they were beaten by 30+ points in both outings.
Miriam Menendez was added to the squad with key player Fatmata Janneh currently sidelined from playing after sustaining a knock during the Ireland series.Vi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-women-continue-prep-with-two-game-series-in-serbia/Fri, 15 Jul 2022 08:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-women-continue-prep-with-two-game-series-in-serbia/ The 2001-born wing has spent the past few seasons in Spain with San Pablo Burgos; becoming the first British player to win the Basketball Champions League in 2020.View this post on InstagramA post shared by London Lions Basketball Club (@londonlions)
Queeley earned a first GB Senior cap during the FIBA EuroBasket 2022 qualifiers having previously represented his country across all]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-confirm-signing-of-kareem-queeley/Thu, 14 Jul 2022 18:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-confirm-signing-of-kareem-queeley/ Myles Hesson will star as the hometown hero, leading a men’s squad that features Kayne Henry, Orlan Jackman and Jamell Anderson – his second Commonwealth Games, while on the women’s side, Shanice Beckford-Norton – fresh off a sweep with the London Lions in the WBBL, Chantelle Handy, Cheridene]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/england-33-commonwealth-games-squads-announced/Wed, 13 Jul 2022 10:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/england-33-commonwealth-games-squads-announced/ Arlen remains one of the most prolific scorers in league history having amassed over 1000 league points in three seasons with Nottingham Wildcats from 2015-18; also helping the club win the WBBL Cup title in 2018 as MVP.
Ashley Arlen signs!: https://t.co/G2LkhawxJv#BritishBasketball pic.twitter.com/nUsf0i7APm
— Leicester Riders (@RidersWomen) July 12, 2022
Th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ashley-arlen-announced-as-first-signing-for-leicester-riders/Tue, 12 Jul 2022 18:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/ashley-arlen-announced-as-first-signing-for-leicester-riders/ The WBBL Championship season getting underway on the final weekend of September as the home-and-away format remains with the 13 teams playing 24 league games in the regular season.
WBBL Cup
What’s new?The Cup has opened the season in recent years, but has reverted to a single knockout format for next season. The first round draw has been based on last season&r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wbbl-announce-competition-format-changes-with-2022-23-fixtures-released/Mon, 11 Jul 2022 17:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/wbbl-announce-competition-format-changes-with-2022-23-fixtures-released/ The club – formerly Lady Rocks – have taken over the Scottish franchise from Caledonia Pride and already signalled their intentions with the appointment of former Avenida head coach Miguel Angel Ortega Marco.
#SIGNING | We are excited to announce our first ever WBBL player signing for Caledonia Gladiators, Chantelle Handy!
Read more https:]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/chantelle-handy-returns-to-wbbl-as-caledonia-gladiators-make-statement-signing/Mon, 11 Jul 2022 13:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/chantelle-handy-returns-to-wbbl-as-caledonia-gladiators-make-statement-signing/ Here’s a recap of the Week 4 action:
Semi-finals
Glacier Boys secured their spot in the final with an impressive 64-52 win over previously unbeaten Run & Jump behind an all-round team performance. Flynn Boardman-Raffet top scored with 14 points in the win with Bradley Kaboza and Deji Ade]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/glacier-boys-london-united-advance-to-hoopsfix-pro-am-final-week-4-recap/Sat, 09 Jul 2022 20:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/glacier-boys-london-united-advance-to-hoopsfix-pro-am-final-week-4-recap/ Beth Sarson’s game-winning three handed Team Emerald a dramatic 46-45 victory over Team Ruby, while Team Sapphire had secured their place in the final with a 52-45 success against Team Diamond in the opening encounter at the City of London Academy.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/team-emerald-set-up-final-showdown-with-team-sapphire-at-hoopsfix-pro-am-week-4-recap/Sat, 09 Jul 2022 15:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/team-emerald-set-up-final-showdown-with-team-sapphire-at-hoopsfix-pro-am-week-4-recap/ For the first time they will also be taking a women’s team, after the tournament added a female division in 2021. Both rosters are stacked with British talent with numerous GB internationals suiting up.Quai 54 2022 Men’s Roster
Dwayne Lautier-OgunleyeConner WashingtonAJ RobertsShaquille WaltersTaiwo BadmusJordan WilliamsChris]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/midnight-madness-prepare-for-return-to-quai-54/Sat, 09 Jul 2022 08:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/midnight-madness-prepare-for-return-to-quai-54/ A number of big names players are set to suit up for the first time, including Sevenoaks Suns and GB guard Renee Busch, London Lions’ Dirk Williams, Thames Valley Cavaliers’ Hakeem Sylla, recent Cheshire Phoenix signing Danny Evans who was in Spain last season, and Ola Ayodele who returns from France last s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-ndash-week-4-live-streams-amp-rosters/Fri, 08 Jul 2022 19:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-ndash-week-4-live-streams-amp-rosters/ The BBL side were amongst the lowest ranked pairing in Pot 10 and were placed in Group B with Hapoel Tel Aviv (Israel), Gran Canaria (Spain), Buducnost (Montenegro), Trento (Italy), Turk Telekom (Turkey), Promitheas (Greece), Paris Basketball (France), Hamburg Towers (Germany) and Slask Wroclaw (Poland).
We are set for the 2022-23 7DAYS EuroCup]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-learn-eurocup-opponents-for-debut-season/Fri, 08 Jul 2022 16:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-learn-eurocup-opponents-for-debut-season/ The 31-year-old forward previously spent the 2019-20 season with the club before returning overseas having last played in Japan last season.View this post on InstagramA post shared by London Lions Basketball Club (@londonlions)
Soko averaged 20.2 points and 8.2 rebounds per game in his debut BBL season and has been a key figure of the GB Senior Men’s team in recent years.
The move comes as the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-confirm-return-of-ovie-soko/Fri, 08 Jul 2022 11:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-confirm-return-of-ovie-soko/ The league says the decision was overwhelmingly backed by the league’s clubs, t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-removes-salary-cap-ahead-of-202223-season/Fri, 08 Jul 2022 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-removes-salary-cap-ahead-of-202223-season/ Mark Clark’s side won a domestic quadruple in the WBBL last season and also impressed in their maiden venture in Europe after reaching the knockout stages.
The Lions started in the qualifiers last season as they overcame Spanish opposition Gran Canaria across two legs before advancing from a tough regular season group. They then drew top ranked]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-confirmed-for-second-season-in-eurocup-women/Thu, 07 Jul 2022 12:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-confirmed-for-second-season-in-eurocup-women/ The one-legged tie is scheduled to take place on 21st September with the location to be determined with six teams in Qualification Group A.
Rob Paternostro’s side return to European competition for the first time in four years having won the domestic treble in the BBL last season.
BREAKING: Riders will face @cso_voluntari in the @BasketballC]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/leicester-riders-to-face-voluntari-in-bcl-qualifiers/Thu, 07 Jul 2022 11:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/leicester-riders-to-face-voluntari-in-bcl-qualifiers/ The GB star suffered an injury during the playoffs having helped the club to a fourth placed finish in EuroCup Women.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Çukurova Basketbol (@cukurovabasketbol)
Fagbenle averaged 13.4 points and 6.5 rebounds per game in the competition having reached the final four for the second year running after finishing as runners-up with Reyer Venezia in 2021]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/temi-fagbenle-re-signs-with-mersin-for-second-season/Wed, 06 Jul 2022 09:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/temi-fagbenle-re-signs-with-mersin-for-second-season/ Soluade has spent the majority of his playing career in Spain and would be set for a debut season in the BBL with the added lure of playing in EuroCup competition in his hometown.
The 26-year-old has previously played in the EuroLeague after suiting up as a teenager for Unicaja Malaga back in 2015 and last played for GB during the EuroBasket pre-qualifiers.View this post on InstagramA post shared b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-bring-in-gb-international-mo-soluade/Mon, 04 Jul 2022 11:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-bring-in-gb-international-mo-soluade/ The 2001-born forward spent the second half of last season back at Derby Trailblazers and is understood to have attracted interest from other clubs in the BBL.Welcome to the Riders @b11ake!#BritishBasketball pic.twitter.com/gI5IHv50BH
— Leicester Riders (@RidersBball) July 3, 2022
Bowman competed at the Hoopsfix All-Star Classic in 2019 – also being sele]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/leicester-riders-sign-blake-bowman-to-multi-year-deal/Sun, 03 Jul 2022 22:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/leicester-riders-sign-blake-bowman-to-multi-year-deal/ Nate Reinking’s side finish with a 1-3 record in Group B and will take that into the second round, where they will join Belgium, Latvia and Serbia and Group I with the top three teams qualifying for the World Cup.
Myles Hesson led the GB effort with 18 points, 10 rebounds and five assists with Kavell Bigby-Williams and Devon Van]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-men-lose-at-home-to-turkey-take-1-3-record-into-second-round/Sun, 03 Jul 2022 18:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-senior-men-lose-at-home-to-turkey-take-1-3-record-into-second-round/ The new season will begin in September with BBL Championship action, with each team now facing each other four times (twice at home, twice away), playing 36 games across a 28-week league season.The BBL Cup competition will now be a knockout competition featuring all 10 BBL teams. Those teams who placed 1st-6th in the 2021-22 league season will receiv]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/2022-23-bbl-season-revamped-with-format-changes/Sun, 03 Jul 2022 14:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/2022-23-bbl-season-revamped-with-format-changes/ Running from 6-10 July, the event brings together the top 40 male and female prospects from outside the U.S., withboth Weluche-Ume and Brown being nominated by Basketball England after standout seasons that have seen them named in the GB Under-18 squad.
The camp provides players with the opportunity to develop their game under the guidanc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/zamoku-weluche-ume-amp-ben-brown-to-attend-2022-nba-academy-games/Sun, 03 Jul 2022 14:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/zamoku-weluche-ume-amp-ben-brown-to-attend-2022-nba-academy-games/ The 25-year-old forward spent last season in France with averages of 11.7 points and 5.5 rebounds per game for Saint-Quentin in the second division.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Telekom Baskets Bonn (@telekombaskets)
Williams previously played in Iceland with Keflavik for two seasons, earning individual accolades at the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/deane-williams-signs-with-baskets-bonn-in-german-bbl/Sun, 03 Jul 2022 09:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/deane-williams-signs-with-baskets-bonn-in-german-bbl/ The club announced the appointment of Ryan Schmidt as their new head coach earlier the week and Ward-Hibbert begins the squad building ahead of a busy season.View this post on InstagramA post shared by London Lions Basketball Club (@londonlions)
Ward-Hibbert was plagued by injuries in the 2021-22 season and only made four appearances in the league with average]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/josh-ward-hibbert-returns-to-london-lions-for-another-season/Sun, 03 Jul 2022 09:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/josh-ward-hibbert-returns-to-london-lions-for-another-season/ Run & Jump rounded out the day with a 57-40 victory over London United with both sides advancing, while Worthing Thunder had ended their losing run by beating Elite Bulldogs 70-55 in the opening game. Meanwhile, TVC defeated previously unbeaten Glacier Boys 55-42 in a result that meant Hoopspace misse]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tvc-secure-big-win-as-hoopsfix-pro-am-semi-finals-are-set-week-3-recap/Sat, 02 Jul 2022 22:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/tvc-secure-big-win-as-hoopsfix-pro-am-semi-finals-are-set-week-3-recap/ Chantel Charles’ game-winner handed Team Emerald a perfect 3-0 record with a come-from-behind 50-48 success over Team Ruby, while Team Sapphire improved to 2-1 as they defeated Team Diamond 54-38.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)
Semi-finals lineup: Team]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/team-emerald-finish-group-phase-perfect-at-hoopsfix-pro-am-week-3-recap/Sat, 02 Jul 2022 15:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/team-emerald-finish-group-phase-perfect-at-hoopsfix-pro-am-week-3-recap/ Game 1 (12:00pm)
Team Ruby vs Team EmeraldLive stats.
Game 2 (1:15pm)
Team Sapphire vs Team DiamondLive stats.
Game 3 (2:30pm)
Worthing Thunder vs Elite BulldogsLive stats.
Game 4 (3:45pm)
Hoopspace vs City of London AcademyLive stats.
Game 5 (5:00pm)
Thames Valley Cavaliers vs Glacier BoysLive stats.
Game 6 (6:15pm)
Run & Jump vs London UnitedLive s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-ndash-week-3-live-streams-amp-rosters/Fri, 01 Jul 2022 16:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-ndash-week-3-live-streams-amp-rosters/ Schmidt takes charge of the Lions with previous experience of being a head coach in Canada’s Elite Basketball League as well as an assistant coach of Raptors 905 – Toronto Raptors’ NBA G-League affiliate.
Excited to get started! #wearelondon https://t.co/i2ujK0jfYk
— Ryan Schmidt (@Coach_RSchmidt) July 1, 2022
“I’m looking forward to getting ou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-appoint-ryan-schmidt-as-new-head-coach/Fri, 01 Jul 2022 13:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-appoint-ryan-schmidt-as-new-head-coach/ We will keep up to date with all the ins and outs from across all 10 teams throughout the off-season as the countdown to next season continues.
For the full fixtures list, check out the BBL announcement, HERE.
NOTE: Junior/academy players are under the age of 19 and have not signed contracts.
Updated: 02/07/2022
Bristol Flyers
HC: Andreas Kapoulas
Returning:
Juniors/Academ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-2022-23-rosters-tracker-all-the-insouts/Fri, 01 Jul 2022 09:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/bbl-2022-23-rosters-tracker-all-the-insouts/ Nate Reinking made his return to the sidelines – assistant Marc Steutel had stepped in for his previous absences – as GB made their first competitive appearance since November having already qualified for the second round following Belarus’ exclusion.
GB are now at 1-2 with all results counting towards the next phase, where they will take on three team]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-beaten-in-greece-despite-promising-start/Thu, 30 Jun 2022 20:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-beaten-in-greece-despite-promising-start/ Meanwhile, Devon van Oostrum sees a return to the squad after eight years, having last suited up in 2014. GB stalwarts Dan Clark and Myles Hesson will lead the team, along with the experienced Kyle Johnson and Gabe Olaseni.
The FIBA 2023 World Cup Qualifier in Larissa will take place at 6pm BST tomorrow and be view]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/trio-set-for-debut-as-gb-12-man-squad-revealed-for-greece/Wed, 29 Jun 2022 19:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/trio-set-for-debut-as-gb-12-man-squad-revealed-for-greece/ Picked 9th overall by the San Antonio Spurs, Sochan receives his first call from Coach Greg Popovich and reacts to hearing his name called by Commissioner Adam Silver.
The post Video: Behind the scenes with Jeremy Sochan at the NBA Draft appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/video-behind-the-scenes-with-jeremy-sochan-at-the-nba-draft/Wed, 29 Jun 2022 13:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/video-behind-the-scenes-with-jeremy-sochan-at-the-nba-draft/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-3x-presented-by-foot-locker-coming-to-clapham-common/Tue, 28 Jun 2022 21:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/nba-3x-presented-by-foot-locker-coming-to-clapham-common/ Run & Jump moved to 2-0 in Pool B by beating Elite Bulldogs 80-52 in dominant fashion, while London United earned an upset 55-44 win over Worthing Thunder for their first success. In Pool A, Glacier Boys closed out the day with a 58-44 victory against Hoopspace with Thames Valley Cavaliers bouncing back from last week&rsqu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/glacier-boys-make-it-two-from-two-at-hoopsfix-pro-am-week-2-recap/Sun, 26 Jun 2022 20:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/glacier-boys-make-it-two-from-two-at-hoopsfix-pro-am-week-2-recap/ It was an unbeaten battle to open Week 2’s action as Team Emerald held off Team Diamond in a 56-53 triumph before Team Sapphire fought past Team Ruby to pick up a 47-40 success.
Jenelle Grant was the leading scorer for Team Emerald for the second week running as the only player in double figures with 10 points in a balanced scoring e]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/team-emerald-move-to-2-0-at-hoopsfix-pro-am-first-win-for-team-sapphire-week-2-recap/Sun, 26 Jun 2022 16:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/team-emerald-move-to-2-0-at-hoopsfix-pro-am-first-win-for-team-sapphire-week-2-recap/ The Milton Keynes native was taken as the ninth pick in the 2022 NBA Draft earlier this week and has already been handed his new jersey, alongside fellow first round selections Malaki Branham and Blake Wesley.View this post on InstagramA post shared by San Antonio Spurs (@spurs)
Sochan wore number 1 during his only year at Baylor and previously played in number nine during his time in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jeremy-sochan-gets-number-10-jersey-at-san-antonio-spurs/Sun, 26 Jun 2022 10:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jeremy-sochan-gets-number-10-jersey-at-san-antonio-spurs/ Head coach Kenrick Liburd has taken a squad of 15 players for the trip to Ireland with Violet Stutz unavailable having been included in the initial training camp squad.
Ireland are competing in Division A at the U20 Euros this summer having earned promotion with victory over GB in the bronze medal game back in 2019 – the l]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/recap-gb-under-18-women-split-opening-two-games-against-ireland-u20s/Sat, 25 Jun 2022 13:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/recap-gb-under-18-women-split-opening-two-games-against-ireland-u20s/ Head coach Kenrick Liburd has taken a squad of 15 players for the trip to Ireland with Violet Stutz unavailable having been included in the initial training camp squad.
Ireland are competing in Division A at the U20 Euros this summer having earned promotion with victory over GB in the bronze medal game back in 2019 – the l]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/recap-gb-under-18-women-in-close-2-1-series-defeat-against-ireland-u20s/Sat, 25 Jun 2022 13:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/recap-gb-under-18-women-in-close-2-1-series-defeat-against-ireland-u20s/ Follow allow with the live streams and stats:
Game 1
Team Emerald vs Team DiamondTeam Emerald Roster: Emily O’Connell, Beth Sarson , Sevian Witter, Jessica Bakhsh, Zoe Willis, Jenelle Grant, Gabby Nikitinaite, Molly Lavin, MJ Sarkodee-Adoo
Team Diamond Roster: Macy Spinks, Izzy Wood, Katya Abramova, Katie Cox, Ann Sheia , Tinu Fakunle]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-ndash-week-2-live-streams-amp-rosters/Sat, 25 Jun 2022 10:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-ndash-week-2-live-streams-amp-rosters/ Craig Nicol is in charge of the squad with GB back in international competition this summer for the first time since 2019 with the Under-18s in Division A.
Ben Michaels, Zamoku Weluche-Ume, Marcus-Myen King-Danchie and Joe Buchanan all suited up at the 2022 Hoopsfix All-Star Classic last month. King-Danchie is one of three US-based players in the squad with Lat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-men-training-camp-squad-revealed/Fri, 24 Jun 2022 14:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-men-training-camp-squad-revealed/ Nottingham Wildcats’ playcaller Kenrick Liburd is back in charge with Lauren Milligan and Karen Burton as assistant coaches with the U18 Euros taking place in Sofia, Bulgaria from 30 July- 7 August.
Hoopsfix All-Star Classic 2022 MVP Issy Bunyan is included in the squad alongside seven other players who competed in this year’s Under-19 Women’s game w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-women-initial-squad-of-16-confirmed/Fri, 24 Jun 2022 13:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/gb-under-18-women-initial-squad-of-16-confirmed/ “I think I’m going to fit really well,” Sochan said. “It’s a really young squad. We have a lot of energy. I feel like they were one of the best team in assists. I really feel like I really fit with that, it’s going to be good.”
Nothing like that phone call from Coach Pop @SochanJeremy | @SelfCredit]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jeremy-sochan-spurs-are-a-great-fit-for-me/Fri, 24 Jun 2022 12:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jeremy-sochan-spurs-are-a-great-fit-for-me/ The 19-year-old prospect was invited to be in the green room to hear his name called with Sochan becoming the first homegrown Brit to be selected in the Draft since Ryan Richards was taken in the second round by San Antonio Spurs back in 2010.
Sochan averaged 9.2 points and 6.4 rebounds per game in the 2021-22 season with Baylor – earning the Big-12 Sixth Man of the Year a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jeremy-sochan-taken-by-san-antonio-spurs-as-the-9th-pick-in-the-2022-nba-draft/Fri, 24 Jun 2022 03:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jeremy-sochan-taken-by-san-antonio-spurs-as-the-9th-pick-in-the-2022-nba-draft/ The current 3×3 England international previously played for the club in the 2016-17 season and will enter his 13th season in the league.
Anderson averaged 10.8 points, 3.2 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game for the Giants last season as they made it to the BBL Cup final, but now departs alongside David Ulph to join Cheshire.
“I’m delighted to have been g]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jamell-anderson-rejoins-cheshire-phoenix-for-second-spell/Thu, 23 Jun 2022 09:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jamell-anderson-rejoins-cheshire-phoenix-for-second-spell/ An 11-year career that reads like a fairytale, Leedham-Warner is coming off an undefeated season in the WBBL where she was named MVP after returning to play following giving birth.A London 2012 Olympian, EuroCup champion, WNBA draft pick and the NCAA Division 2 all-time leading scorer to name a few, Jo will go down as on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/retiring-on-top-with-jo-leedham-warner-ep-109/Wed, 22 Jun 2022 15:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/retiring-on-top-with-jo-leedham-warner-ep-109/ A London 2012 Olympian, EuroCup champion, WNBA draft pic]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jo-leedham-warner-announces-retirement-after-illustrious-11-year-career/Wed, 22 Jun 2022 15:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/jo-leedham-warner-announces-retirement-after-illustrious-11-year-career/ The players taking part were Funmi Amode, Isi Ozzy-Momodu, Brandon Tchouya, Bryan Akanmu and Marcus-Myen King-Danchie.
The post Video: BTS at the Hoopsfix All-Star Classic pre-event shoot appeared first on Hoopsfix.com.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/video-bts-at-the-hoopsfix-all-star-classic-pre-event-shoot/Wed, 22 Jun 2022 14:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/video-bts-at-the-hoopsfix-all-star-classic-pre-event-shoot/ The 2003-born prospect is set to head out on loan back to Serie A2 for the 2022-23 season having impressed for Orlandina last season.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Aquila Basket Trento (@aquilabaskettrento)
Trento head coach Lele Molin said of the deal: “Quinn’s technical journey with Dolomiti Energia will begin with a loan season that will allow him to pl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/quinn-ellis-signs-four-year-deal-with-eurocup-side-trento/Tue, 21 Jun 2022 22:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/quinn-ellis-signs-four-year-deal-with-eurocup-side-trento/ The sharpshooting guard averaged 9.0 points, 3.9 rebounds and 2.8 assists per game last season as the Patriots rallied in 2022 to make it to the playoffs after a slow start.
The sharp shooter @13JoeHart is back for another season with the Patriots!Joe played 26 out of the 27 league games so how could we not bring this man back ! #unfinishedbusiness #plymouthcitypatriots pic.twitter.com/]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/joe-hart-back-for-second-season-at-plymouth-city-patriots/Tue, 21 Jun 2022 14:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/joe-hart-back-for-second-season-at-plymouth-city-patriots/ The duo – who played in Japan last season – were not involved in the squad for February’s window, which saw GB’s games against Belarus postponed with the nation later withdrawn from the competition.
FIBA’s decision resulted in GB’s qualification to the Second Round with their final games taking place against]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/myles-hesson-ovie-soko-back-in-gb-squad-for-upcoming-world-cup-qualifiers/Mon, 20 Jun 2022 13:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/myles-hesson-ovie-soko-back-in-gb-squad-for-upcoming-world-cup-qualifiers/ The GB forward averaged 13.2 points and 4.6 rebounds per game for Saint-Chamond in Pro-B of France with a season-high of 29 points in December.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Darüşşafaka Basketbol (@darussafakabasketbol)
Yeboah also spent the previous season in France with Saint-Quentin in a rookie year after ending a four-year college caree]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/akwasi-yeboah-earns-big-move-to-darussafaka/Mon, 20 Jun 2022 11:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/akwasi-yeboah-earns-big-move-to-darussafaka/ Run & Jump took down a strong Worthing Thunder roster in a 68-50 victory to set the tone in Pool B with Elite Bulldogs eventually seeing off London United, 55-51. Meanwhile, Glacier Boys defeated CoLA 69-56 to open up Pool A action with Hoop Space coming from behind to edge out Thames Valley Cavaliers for a 44-42 triumph.
The men&r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/run-amp-jump-make-a-fast-start-as-hoopsfix-pro-am-begins-ndash-week-1-recap/Sun, 19 Jun 2022 20:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/run-amp-jump-make-a-fast-start-as-hoopsfix-pro-am-begins-ndash-week-1-recap/ The opening game of the event saw Team Diamond overcome Team Ruby for a 62-45 victory before Team Emerald impressed to beat Team Sapphire 57-34 with a number of senior and junior GB internationals on display.
Lindsey Cleary helped lead Team Diamond to victory with 20 points as they overcame a side featuring GB duo Shequila Joseph and the recently retired]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/team-diamond-team-emerald-open-hoopsfix-pro-am-with-big-wins-week-1-recap/Sun, 19 Jun 2022 17:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/team-diamond-team-emerald-open-hoopsfix-pro-am-with-big-wins-week-1-recap/ Game 1
Team Diamond vs Team RubyTeam Diamond roster: Macy Spinks, Leah Lambert, Katie Cox, Lindsey Cleary, Loren Christie, Katya Abramova, Marie Lou Ries
Team Ruby roster: Chanel Michaels, Naomi McKenzie, Mychelle Scott, Deborah Somoye, Janice Monakana, Shequila JosephL]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-ndash-week-1-live-streams-amp-rosters/Sun, 19 Jun 2022 00:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hoopsfix-pro-am-ndash-week-1-live-streams-amp-rosters/ Gardner takes over at the helm of Scorchers after departing Manchester where he delivered their most successful season since the franchise revived in 2012.
“I’m delighted to be given the opportunity to lead the Surrey Scorchers and hoping to be part of building a successful franchise,” Gardner said.“I look forward to meeting the Scorchers fans and c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/lloyd-gardner-makes-switch-to-surrey-from-manchester/Fri, 17 Jun 2022 13:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/lloyd-gardner-makes-switch-to-surrey-from-manchester/ Multiple sources have told Hoopsfix the application has gone in following their BBL-treble winning season, along with agreeing sponsorship deals to be able to fund the bid.
Leicester are again expected to start in the qualification rounds with no British team yet to make the Regular Season after the Lions – who were announced in the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/leicester-riders-apply-for-basketball-champions-league/Fri, 17 Jun 2022 13:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/leicester-riders-apply-for-basketball-champions-league/ As first reported by Arale Weisberg, the Lions are included amongst the 20-team lineup in Europe’s second tier as they make the step up from competing in the FIBA Europe Cup for the first time last season.
London advanced to the second round of the competition after winning five of their six games in the initial group phase, but missed out on a place in the quarter-finals. In]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-eurocup-entry-confirmed-for-2022-23-season/Thu, 16 Jun 2022 14:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/london-lions-eurocup-entry-confirmed-for-2022-23-season/ The GB Senior international averaged a double-double with Saga Ballooners with 21.1 points and 10.0 rebounds per game across 42 appearances in the second division.View this post on InstagramA post shared by 香川ファイブアローズ (@kagawafivearrows)
Hesson had some huge performances throughout the campaign with a be]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/myles-hesson-stays-in-japan-for-second-season-joins-kagawa/Thu, 16 Jun 2022 11:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/myles-hesson-stays-in-japan-for-second-season-joins-kagawa/ Sponsored by Jordan, the five week summer league aims to bring together the best of British basketball, with a number of GB internationals and pros such as Carl Wheatle, Dwayne Lautier-Ogunleye, Jordan Williams, Josh Steel, Akwasi Yeboah, Shequila Joseph, Janice Monakana, Evelyn Adebayo, Melita Emanuel-Carr and Renee Busch, all planning on suiting up (register to watch h]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/rosters-set-as-hoopsfix-pro-am-prepares-to-debut/Wed, 15 Jun 2022 13:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/rosters-set-as-hoopsfix-pro-am-prepares-to-debut/ The 2001-born forward spent last season at Leicester Riders with averages of 7.1 points and 3.3 rebounds in 15.8 minutes per game in 19 WBBL Championship appearances.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Louise Rouse (@louise_rouse_)
Rouse came through the ranks at Oaklands College to become an established starter in the top-flight as a teenager, whilst also being dominant in the WEABL Su]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/louise-rouse-01-born-heads-to-canada-with-ucalgary/Wed, 15 Jun 2022 09:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/louise-rouse-01-born-heads-to-canada-with-ucalgary/ The versatile big man saw limited playing time last season as part of the deep Lions roster with 4.8 points on average in 12.7 minutes per game across 17 league appearances having also dealt with injuries. 
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A post shared by Cheshire Phoenix (@bblcheshirephoenix)Neighbour has also previously played for Surrey Scorc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cheshire-phoenix-bring-in-will-neighbour-as-second-summer-signing/Wed, 15 Jun 2022 09:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/cheshire-phoenix-bring-in-will-neighbour-as-second-summer-signing/ The game, which was to celebrate 14 years for Paternostro as Head Coach of the club and raise funds for the seven time BBL coach of the year, saw the BBL All-Stars emerging 94-91 victors against the Riders Legends.
Coach Rob Paternostro #BritishBasketball #CoachRob pic.twitter.com/2izRWQMzbI
— Leicester Ri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/legends-pay-tribute-in-rob-paternostro-testimonial-game/Sun, 12 Jun 2022 12:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/legends-pay-tribute-in-rob-paternostro-testimonial-game/https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hennessy-x-nba-float-basketball-court-down-the-river-thames/Thu, 09 Jun 2022 15:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/hennessy-x-nba-float-basketball-court-down-the-river-thames/ Sochan is set to become the first Brit drafted since Ryan Richards in 2010, and only the second to go in the lottery, following on from Luol Deng.
The former MK Trojan and Solent Kestrel left the UK at 16 to attend La Lumiere High School before returning to Europe to play in Germany at Orang]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/preparing-to-be-the-next-brit-in-the-nba-with-jeremy-sochan-ep-108/Thu, 09 Jun 2022 10:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/preparing-to-be-the-next-brit-in-the-nba-with-jeremy-sochan-ep-108/ 1500 were in attendance at the Crystal Palace National Sports Centre for the one-day British Basketball showcase with the siblings adding to the family atmosphere.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Hoopsfix Women (@hoopsfixwomen)
Saruna Gudza – who turned 18 in March – was selected to take part in the Un]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/the-gudzas-kanu-saruna-relish-hasc22-experience-together/Wed, 08 Jun 2022 16:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/the-gudzas-kanu-saruna-relish-hasc22-experience-together/ Myles Hesson and Danny Evans have been added to the men’s roster and Shequila Joseph and Abby Lowe join the women’s group that represented Great Britain at last weekend’s FIBA 3×3 Europe Cup Qualifiers as England head to Belgrade to face international opponents on 11 and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/team-england-33-squads-named-for-belgrade-prep-tournament/Tue, 07 Jun 2022 16:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/team-england-33-squads-named-for-belgrade-prep-tournament/ The BBL Trophy winners have begun to assemble their 2022-23 roster and kicked off their summer recruitment with the addition of the Leeds native.https://t.co/gRY0b02ypL
— Danny Evans (@danny4evans) June 6, 2022“I am really excited about the opportunity to join Cheshire Phoenix and be playing back in the UK,” said Evans, via release. “I saw the incredible support that]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/danny-evans-signs-with-cheshire-phoenix-for-2022-23-season/Mon, 06 Jun 2022 13:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/basketball/danny-evans-signs-with-cheshire-phoenix-for-2022-23-season/