Club Statement: League update
Since the announcement of a new professional league in British Basketball, the club consortia have been working diligently to ensure the launch of a new season by the end of August 2024. To that end we expect to make several key announcements that will satisfy the fanbase up and down the country that a return […]
“Whatever I can do to support the city I’m ready to do”- Get to know Leicester Riders’ new signing Ethan Wright
Ethan Wright grew up with basketball. As much as he found the game, the game found him. His mother, Ellen, is one of the greatest players in Princeton University history, and ended her four-year career as the school’s second-leading scorer. A four-time All-Ivy performer, she netted 430 points during the 1983-84 season, the best ever […]
Riders sign Ethan Wright
Leicester Riders today announce the signing of American guard Ethan Wright for the 2024-25 season. Wright signs following his first professional season in Romania, where he suited up for CSM Târgu Jiu. He averaged 12.1 points on 45/37/90 shooting splits, and pulled down 3.1 rebounds per game. Prior to his rookie year, the Massachusetts native […]
Leicester Riders announce Rob Jarram as Head of Foundation and Performance Pathway
Leicester Riders are thrilled to introduce Rob Jarram as the new Head of Leicester Riders Foundation and Performance Pathway. Rob’s role will encompass not only continuing the Foundation’s invaluable charitable efforts throughout Leicestershire, but also allocating resources and attention to the Academy pathway, fostering the growth of youth basketball in the region. This appointment underscores […]
Riders retain Blake Bowman
Leicester Riders are happy to confirm the retention of Blake Bowman ahead of the 2024-25 season. The British forward will take to the floor for his third season with the Club, having signed a multi-year deal last summer. High-flying Bowman made big contributions throughout last year, leading the Riders with 15 points against the Caledonia […]
Riders sign Jaylin Hunter
Leicester Riders Basketball Club today announced the signing of American Jaylin Hunter for the 2024/25 season. Hunter, a 6’0” guard, will suit up for his rookie season in professional basketball having spent his final two collegiate years at the Ohio University. He averaged 14 points, 4.9 assists and 4.4 rebounds for the Bobcats in 2023/24, […]
Leicester Riders re-sign Conner Washington
Leicester Riders today announce the re-signing of club legend Conner Washington for the 2024-25 season. The GB guard returns for his 12th season with the Riders, having won 14 pieces of silverware during his storied tenure with the Club. After arriving in the East Midlands in 2011, Washington has been featured on the All-British Team […]
Statement: Professional Men’s League License Awarded to “Premier Basketball Limited”
The British Basketball Federation (BBF) has today confirmed a three-year license has been awardedto a consortium of British clubs for the professional men’s basketball league in Great Britain. The BBF revoked the license from Basketball League Limited (the operating company of the BBL)following breaches in the license after the 23/24 Season concluded. The BBF stated […]