Leicester Riders late last week announced the signing of 6’5” shooting guard Patrick Whelan. Whelan, who has spent the past three seasons at Real Murcia in Spain, is the brother of Jordan Whelan who played in the BBL last season for Manchester Giants. “Excited to be a part of the Riders family,” said Patrick. “I’ve enjoyed following the team’s progress over the past years and I … [Read more...]
Riders home arena announces plans for a 1,200…
The Morningside Arena, home of the Leicester Riders, has announced plans for a 1,200 metres squared extension, to increase the flexible use of the Arena. The Arena is the largest indoor venue in the city with a capacity for up to 3,000, and stages many national and international Events, both in sport and culture, as well as acting as a community sports arena. The extension will … [Read more...]
Geno Crandall to return for Riders
League MVP and star American guard Geno Crandall will return to the Leicester Riders next season, it was confirmed this morning. Crandall lit up the BBL this season winning the league, journalist’s association and club’s MVP awards. “I’m excited to be coming back to the Riders next season,” commented Crandall. “I have loved my time here and I can’t wait to play for the Riders … [Read more...]
Riders hold narrow lead while Raiders stun Lions
BBL Playoffs Semi Final, First LegLeicester Riders 77-76 Newcastle Eagles (36-18, 49-38, 68-52)(Riders – Crandall 20, Lee 18, Heron 11; Eagles – Fletcher 34, Gordon 15, Edwards 12) BBL Playoffs Semi Final, First Leg London Lions 80-92 Plymouth Raiders (16-18, 34-46, 57-60)(Lions – Liggins 16, Dang Akodo 14, Robinson 12; Raiders – Mcgill 28 , Hamilton 23, Morsell 15) Leicester … [Read more...]
Riders and Lions book their place in playoff…
BBL Playoffs Quarter Finals, Second LegLeicester Riders 92-79 Bristol Flyers (19-21, 49-41, 73-65)(Riders – Lee 17, Heron 16, Anderson 12; Flyers – Mockford 19, Wilcher 13, Delpeche 13) BBL Playoffs Quarter Finals, Second LegLondon Lions 95-60 Cheshire Phoenix (30-15, 60-31, 84-40)(Lions – Williams 17, Liggins 16, Robinson 13; Phoenix – Bryan-Amaning 17, Hayes 13, Ross … [Read more...]
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