International watch: Riders suit up for GB Under-20s

Victor Ndoukou playing against Finland u20s

Charlie Walker - 24th June 2023

There was Riders’ representation on the international stage this week in preparation for the FIBA European Youth Championships in July.

Victor Ndoukou and Lane Campbell were joined by Charnwood product Ceejay Hanson to represent Great Britain Under-20s, taking on last year’s fourth-placed finishers, Finland, in Helsinki over two games.

🇬🇧🇫🇮 Proud of our three Riders who represented the @gbbasketball U20s out in Helsinki!

📸 Also great to have Riders snapper @VilleVuorinen42 out there with the assist! pic.twitter.com/MtSW7SzLlS
— Leicester Riders (@RidersBball) June 23, 2023

“It was a great environment in Finland,” said Riders women’s head coach Krumesh Patel, who was appointed head coach of GB U20’s in March.

“They are a competitive team that got a lot right! The Riders guys did really well over the two games, and we hope that’s something they can use to build towards the Euros!”

🇬🇧 Honoured and Excited 🇬🇧 pic.twitter.com/rDKANYO5D2
— Krumesh Patel (@KrumeshPatel) March 28, 2023

The European Youth Championships take place in Skopje, North Macedonia, from July 7-16, featuring 19 national teams from across Europe.

Great Britain competes in Division B, and have been drawn against Luxembourg, Portugal, Austria and Hungary in their group.

Photo credit: Ville Vuorinen

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