Preview: Leicester Riders vs Newcastle Eagles

After two games away from league action, Leicester Riders refocus on their Super League Basketball campaign with a heavyweight clash against Newcastle Eagles. It’s the second of three games in December against the Riders’ North Eastern opponents, with the teams facing off in the Trophy semi-final over two legs, but this league tie sandwiched in […]
SLB Cup Preview: Leicester Riders at Falkirk Fury

Leicester Riders hit the road to get their Super League Basketball Cup campaign underway against Falkirk Fury tomorrow. The Scottish Basketball Championship League leaders are one of seven non-Super League Basketball clubs set to face off against professional opposition in the first round of the Cup. They will take on four-time British basketball Cup winners […]
Key takeaways from the Riders’ semi-final vs Newcastle

Leicester Riders played the first of three December fixtures against their rivals, Newcastle Eagles, in the first leg of the Super League Basketball Trophy semi-final last Friday. It was a hard-fought battle, with the Riders having to fight back from down 17 at halftime to bring the tie to within four come the final buzzer. […]
Report: Riders climb back to make for close Trophy first leg vs Eagles

Leicester Riders pulled off a second half fightback in the Trophy semi-final first leg to keep their Trophy final hopes alive. Down 17 points at the half, the Riders made it a four point game at the final buzzer. The final score was 95-91, and the sides will go back to Leicester with the tie […]
JNBL Weekend Recap – 30th November 2024

This weekend saw four of our Academy teams in action, delivering exciting performances and demonstrating their growth on the court. The U12 Boys and U14 Girls travelled to face Northants Thunder, while the U14 Boys and U16 Boys hosted games at home. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the matches, along with key reflections from the […]
“We’re ready for the challenge!”: Jaylin Hunter previews Leicester Riders’ Trophy semi-final

Leicester Riders are gearing up for the biggest fixture of their season so far. Tomorrow, they’ll hit the court for the Trophy semi-final first leg on the road against their British basketball rivals, the Newcastle Eagles. They enter the tie in good form after a double-winning weekend, in a pivotal part of the season for […]
Leicester Riders announce the continuation of their relationship with Champions Speakers

Leicester Riders basketball club are thrilled to announce the continuation of its successful partnership with Champions Speakers, now entering its third year. Champions Speakers, the UK’s lead keynote speaker agency, has been an incredible supporter of the Club through exciting initiatives and collaborations. For the past two years, Champions Speakers has been a vital part of […]
Trophy semi final preview: Leicester Riders vs Newcastle Eagles

Leicester Riders turn their attention to Trophy action, heading to Newcastle to take on the Eagles in the first leg of the semi-finals. The sides have shared the stage for some of the most consequential battles in British basketball over the past decade, as they now prepare once again to suit up in the biggest […]
Leicester Riders vs Newcastle Eagles- The history

The Riders head north on Friday to take on their historic rivals, the Newcastle Eagles, in the Super League Basketball Trophy semi-final first leg. The sides have faced off in the biggest games in British Basketball over the last decade. Here, we catch you up with the history… 2011/12- The first Final meeting The sides […]
Report: Riders hold on for road win in Cheshire

Leicester Riders held on for a nail biting 86-88 win on the road to Cheshire Phoenix. Leicester led by 14 in the fourth after some hot three point shooting, but Cheshire made it a one possession game and had a chance to tie it from the foul line. Tyreek Scott-Grayson missed the third of three […]