Gloucester City Queens crown Marlee Ball as first…

British-Canadian Marlee Ball has
become the first ever signing in franchise history for Gloucester City Queens,
and the first overall for Gloucester City Basketball. 

Having spent last year at Cardiff Archers, Ball returns to the WBBL
with the brand new franchise having graduated college from Carleton University
in Ottawa, Canada.

“I am extremely excited and grateful to be representing the Gloucester
City Queens in their first season ever in the WBBL. I’m honoured to also be the
first signing in franchise history,” commented Marlee.

“The vision Jay (Marriott) has for the franchise is something
that I was really drawn towards. I think it’s important to have the focus on
the women’s side for this season. It’s something that’s not common in sports
and is a huge step in the women’s basketball community. I like his outlook on
the game and where he envisions the success of the team. The basketball scene
in the UK is growing and I believe the franchise will have a lot of success in
the near future.”

CEO of Gloucester Sport, Jay Marriott commented:

“We are really excited to welcome Marlee as our first EVER signing in
the clubs history.” 

“As a person she fits our culture, wants to embrace the local
community and will epitomise what it means to be a professional athlete. As a
player she has experience in the WBBL having a strong debut season last year
and I think she will take another step again this season.”  

“Marlee is known for her elite shooting ability, tough demeanour and
we will be looking for her to bring that competitive fire to the group.”