3 things we learned from the Trophy Group Phase

The Riders punched their ticket to the British Basketball League Trophy Final Four, after beating the Newcastle Eagles in a win-or-go-home matchup. The team has built momentum in recent weeks, putting in good performances in high-pressure matchups to progress out of Group B. Here’s what we learned from the group phase… The Riders are rolling […]

Ticket information: Trophy Final and Semi-Final

Leicester Riders have progressed to the Final Four of the British Basketball League Trophy at the Utilita Arena, Birmingham. You can get tickets in the Riders allocation to join the Sea of Red and get behind the team! Here’s all you need to know about our ticket offers… Weekend and Saturday Tickets  With this year’s […]

Riders beat Eagles to punch their ticket to the Trophy Final Four

The Riders deservedly reached the British Basketball League Trophy semi-finals tonight after a clinical 101-85 road victory over the Seriös Group Newcastle Eagles. Rob Paternostro utilised his squad’s depth perfectly, taking advantage of the depleted Eagles roster that is plagued with the injury bug. Leicester’s bench contributed an impressive 40 points, led by big man […]

Riders vs Eagles: The season series so far

The Riders face off in a win-or-go-home matchup against the Newcastle Eagles on Friday, the victor progressing to the Final Four in the British Basketball League Trophy.  The sides have shared centre stage in some of the biggest battles in British basketball history over the last decade and once again meet with the stakes at […]

“It’s definitely a rivalry”- Duke Shelton on facing his former team, the Newcastle Eagles

Duke Shelton, in his second outing in Riders red, is set to walk into his old building in a win-or-go-home game against his former club. The American forward suited up for the Newcastle Eagles between 2021 and 2022, and is well accustomed to the historic rivalry these teams hold. Shelton knows all too well the […]

Report: Riders fall short of a comeback against Rebels

The Riders fell out of the Women’s British Basketball League Trophy, losing to the Essex Rebels 84-70 on the road.  Leicester fell into a 17-point hole early after a slow start, and were down 23 to start the final quarter.  They came storming back into it, cutting the deficit to six with 3:39 left after […]

Trophy Preview: Riders at Rebels

The Riders return from their winter break to tip off their Women’s British Basketball League Betty Codona Trophy campaign on the road against the Essex Rebels.  They enter the competition at the quarter-final stage- last year’s finalists received a BYE for the first round of the competition.  Here’s how the teams shape up… Fixture information […]

Riders sign Thompson!

Leicester Riders are thrilled to sign Athena Thompson to their 2023/24 Women’s British Basketball League roster.  Thompson, an exciting 15-year-old youth prospect, plays for Milton Keynes Breakers in the WNBL Under 16s.  She has experience suiting up for GB under 18s, and competed for the under 16s at the FIBA European Youth Championships this summer, […]

5 things we learned from Giants win

The Riders improved to 2-1 in the British Basketball League Trophy Group B last night with a 104-88 win against the Manchester Giants. The victory puts them in the driving seat as Leicester looks to advance to the semi-finals in the Utilita Arena, Birmingham. Here’s what we can take from the game… TJ explodes with […]

Report: Riders beat Giants to improve to 2-1 in the Trophy

The Riders took another step towards the final four of the British Basketball League Trophy with a midweek 104-86 victory over the 0-2 Manchester Giants. The win takes Leicester’s record to 2-1, putting pressure on the Bristol Flyers and Seriös Group Newcastle Eagles, neither of whom can afford to lose if they want to claim […]

British Basketball League Launches All-Star Game Voting for North vs South Clash

The British Basketball League have unveiled the much-anticipated launch of the All-Star voting platform, providing fans with a unique opportunity to shape the Men’s and Women’s lineups for the star-studded event taking place at the Copper Box Arena in London on March 17, 2024. The All-Star Games will see the best of the best from […]

Riders sign Duke Shelton!

Leicester Riders are thrilled to welcome the arrival of Duke Shelton to their 2023/24 roster.  The American big brings a wealth of experience to Leicester, having played eight seasons of professional basketball across Europe.  Shelton played two seasons for the Newcastle Eagles in the British Basketball League. The 6’10” forward averaged a double-double in ten […]

Trophy Preview: Riders vs Giants

The group stages of the 2024 British Basketball League Trophy continue Wednesday night as the Riders welcome the Manchester Giants to the Morningside Arena. Rob Paternostro’s squad split their two games in the competition so far, dominating the Bristol Flyers before a difficult trip to London a couple of days later resulted in a loss. […]

Teddy Allen named in British Basketball League Team of the Week

Riders guard Teddy Allen has been named to the British Basketball League Team of the Week following his opening two Trophy performances. On Friday against the Bristol Flyers, Allen led the Riders to a 95-74 win with 30 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists- his second 30-point outing since signing with the team in mid-December. […]

Report: Riders lose in London

The Leicester Riders 89-74 lost on the road to the London Lions, falling to 1-1 in the British Basketball League Trophy Group B.  Teddy Allen, recently named British Basketball League Player of the Month for December, led the game with 21 points. Sam Idowu backed up Allen with 13 points and 10 rebounds, logging his […]

Riders revisited: Reliving 2001 NTL National Cup Final

“Cinderella no more, champions today,” exclaimed Head Coach Billy Mims, after securing the Leicester Riders their first silverware in major competitions in 30 years. 23 years and 19 trophies later, the Riders’ 2001 NTL National Cup Final victory remains sweet in the memory of the fans who witnessed it. To those who didn’t, it marks […]

December Dominance: How Teddy Allen won Player of the Month

Teddy Allen has been named the British Basketball League Player of the Month for December following an explosion on the British basketball scene.  The American guard and reigning CEBL MVP did so after signing to the club three games into the month, dominating his first four games in Riders red to win the award.  Dazzling […]

Teddy Allen named British Basketball League Player of the Month for December

Riders guard Teddy Allen has been named Molten British Basketball League Player of the Month for December!  Allen, a new arrival who made his League debut on December 15, has exploded onto the British basketball scene in his four games so far in Riders red, averaging a League-leading 23.8 points and 5.5 rebounds.  His 32 […]

Report: Riders beat Flyers to start Trophy campaign

Leicester Riders began their British Basketball League Trophy campaign with a bang, beating the Bristol Flyers 95-74.  Teddy Allen dropped his second 30-point performance as a Rider, putting up 30 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists to earn Player of the Game honours.  He was backed by Sam Idowu off the bench, whose impact inside […]

Statement: Bristol Flyers Fixture Unavailable for Live Stream Viewing

Due to adjustments in this week’s fixtures, our Trophy fixture against the Bristol Flyers on Friday, January 5, will not be available to be viewed via live stream.  The game, tipping off at 7 pm at Morningside Arena Leicester, will therefore only be able to be watched in person at the Arena.  You can purchase […]

Trophy Preview: Riders vs Flyers

The Riders begin 2024 by welcoming the Bristol Flyers to the Morningside Arena in Round One of the British Basketball League Trophy. The competition’s format has been revamped this season, placing Rob Paternostro’s squad in Group B with the championship-leading London Lions, the in-form Seriös Group Newcastle Eagles, the dangerous Manchester Giants and the always-tough […]

Miryne Thomas named to British Basketball League Team of the Week

Miryne Thomas has been named to the British Basketball League Team of the Week for his performances against the Bristol Flyers and Sheffield Sharks.  Thomas earned Wok 68 Player of the Game honours against the Sharks with 22 points and 10 rebounds in 27 minutes, leading the Riders to a 103-75 win.  This followed 10 […]

Leicester Riders games confirmed for Sky Sports coverage

The British Basketball League have confirmed the Leicester Riders fixtures that have been selected for broadcast live on Sky Sports for the remainder of the Championship campaign.  With this British Basketball League season at the midway stage, fixtures up until the end of the 2023/24 Championship campaign have now been confirmed. Fans can tune into each game […]

Teddy Allen makes second straight British Basketball League Team of the Week

Riders guard Teddy Allen has been named to the British Basketball League Team of the Week for the second week running.  His 21 points, 6 rebounds and 5 steals in the Riders’ 86-73 win against Manchester Giants earned him the honours.  Allen has enjoyed a dream start to Leicester life, his two games so far […]

Championship Preview: Riders vs Flyers

The Riders’ penultimate game of 2023 sees them host the 10-11 Bristol Flyers, the first contest of a three-game stretch in the Morningside Arena. Thursday night’s tilt gives Rob Paternostro’s squad the chance of a three-game winning streak, and victory could see the Riders leapfrog their visitors in the British Basketball League championship. Fixture Information […]

3 takeaways from win against Giants

The Riders battled out a road win against the Manchester Giants in last night’s British Basketball League Championship action.  Here’s what we can take from the win… Defence Wins Championships A hallmark of Rob Paternostro’s sides is suffocating and stifling defence, and that was on full display last night.  The Riders entered the game with […]

Report: Riders take road win against Giants

The Riders gave their fans an early reason to celebrate the holiday period with a confident 86-73 win over the Manchester Giants in round 15 of the British Basketball League Championship. Teddy Allen continued his dream start to Leicester life with his second game-leading scoring performance, following up his 32-point debut with 21 points and […]

Championship Preview: Riders at Giants

Saturday night gives the Riders a chance to give fans an early present for the holidays with a win in Round 15 of the British Basketball League Championship. Coach Rob Paternostro’s squad travel northwest to face the Manchester Giants, who sit eighth in the standings with a record of six wins and thirteen losses. Fixture […]

British Basketball League to introduce first-ever Hall of Fame to honour outstanding individuals who have made significant contributions to the League

First inductees to be named at British Basketball League’s prestigious All-Star Game in March. The British Basketball League are excited to announce the launch of the League’s first-ever Hall of Fame, which will honour and recognise individuals from all eras of the Men’s and Women’s Leagues who have made a significant contribution to the sport […]

“Once game day rolled around, it was just hoop”- Teddy Allen on his first week with the Riders

Speaking on the Drew and Jay Podcast following his 32 point debut, Teddy Allen reflected on his first week in Leicester.  The Riders made waves around the British Basketball League with the signing of the highly touted CEBL MVP. With that came external attention and the expectation of a big performance. Allen delivered in the […]

“The whole experience has been surreal!”- Seth Wylie on playing with the pros

This summer, Seth Wylie joined the Loughborough Riders, stepping into the NBL D1. Three months later, he competed against the British Basketball League-leading London Lions and scored his first points in professional basketball.  “Coach Rob [Paternostro] looked down the bench and pointed in my direction, and I didn’t want to wait for him to change […]

Five things we learned from win against Gladiators

Friday’s 96-90 win against the Caledonia Gladiators gave the Riders lots to build on going into the rest of the season. Here is what we can take from the win… Buckets has arrived The debut that has everyone talking! Teddy Allen’s 32 point outing, the highest-scoring British Basketball League debut since 2016, meant the Phoenix-born […]

Riders react to win against the Gladiators

The Riders won a hard-fought battle against the Caledonia Gladiators 96-90 last night, moving their record to 8-10 in the British Basketball League Championship. Here’s how the Riders reacted to the victory… Teddy Allen- “There’s definitely more to come.” Teddy Allen exploded onto the British basketball scene with the highest-scoring debut in the League since […]

Report: Riders win a battle against Gladiators

The Riders won a hard-fought battle against the Caledonia Gladiators 96-90, led by Teddy Allen’s emphatic debut.  Allen scored 32 points in his first appearance in Riders red, putting on a show in the clutch. Teddy “Buckets” went 5-7 from three and 10-19 from the field to explode on the British Basketball scene.  View this […]

From West End to Covent Garden: A Night of Opera for the Leicester Riders Foundation

Morningside Arena Leicester is excited to host “West End to Covent Garden”, an Opera evening hosted by Octave Opera Group on Febuary 14, 2024.  Octave, founded by Jill Worth, will perform music to raise money for the Leicester Riders Foundation’s incredible work throughout the Leicestershire community. The Leicestershire-based opera group consists of only local signers, […]

Riders Trophy fixture vs Flyers rearranged

Our British Basketball League Trophy fixture against the Bristol Flyers has been rearranged. The game, previously expected to be played on January 6 at 7 pm, will now take place on January 5 at 7 pm. Tickets purchased for the original fixture will still be valid for the rearranged date. For those who have purchased […]

Interview: Teddy Allen on signing with the Riders

We sat down with new signing Teddy Allen to talk about his arrival in the British Basketball League. It was a whirlwind week that saw Allen sign in Leicester. Following talks with Managing Director Russell Levenston, he headed straight to the UK to join the team.  “On Thursday, Russell called me to ask if I […]

Championship Preview: Riders vs Gladiators

Round 14 of the British Basketball League Championship sees the Riders tip-off against the 11-5 Caledonia Gladiators. Friday night is the first time the Morningside Arena will see the Gladiators this season, as Rob Paternostro’s squad look to notch their eighth championship win. Fixture Information Leicester Riders vs Caledonia Gladiators Morningside Arena, Leicester Friday, December […]

Teddy Allen: Record Breaker

Leicester Riders’ new man, Teddy Allen, joins the team after a history-making season in the CEBL.  Here, we reflect on how Allen made waves in Canadian hoops… Getting Buckets  Teddy “Buckets” put on a never-seen-before scoring clinic this summer. Over the season, Allen failed to score over 20 on just three occasions, putting up 40 […]

Report: Riders fall to Lions

Leicester Riders fell 100-62 on the road to the London Lions, making their record 7-10 in the British Basketball League Championship standings.  A 33-17 third quarter in London’s favour sealed the game, in which the Riders trailed from midway through the opening quarter.  Miryne Thomas led the Riders with 13 points and 6 rebounds. Leicester […]

Report: Riders win a battle in Essex

The Riders improved to 5-1 after defeating the Essex Rebels 79-70 in a hard-fought road encounter.  Rayven Peeples dominated late, scoring seven in the final quarter on her way to 17 points and 11 rebounds. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Leicester Riders Women (@riderswomen) Taylor O’Brien led the Riders with 19 […]

Championship Preview: Riders at Lions

Sunday afternoon sees the Riders continue their tough run of fixtures as they travel to London to face the Lions in Round 13 of the British Basketball League Championship. The trip to the Copper Box arena is only nine days removed from a 89-79 victory for the Lions over Rob Paternostro’s squad. Fixture Information Leicester […]

Taylor O’Brien named Women’s British Basketball League Player of the Month

Leicester Riders guard Taylor O’Brien has been voted as the Women’s British Basketball League Player of the Month for her performances throughout November.  The American rookie averaged 24 points, 7 rebounds, and 4.5 assists on 61.7% shooting from the field, going 2-0 over the two games in the month of action.  Her highest-scoring performance came […]

Leicester Riders sign 2023 CEBL Most Valuable Player Teddy Allen

Leicester Riders are delighted to announce the signing of 2023 CEBL Most Valuable Player Teddy Allen for the remainder of the 2023/24 season.  The 6’6” guard from Phoenix, Arizona, broke multiple CEBL scoring records for the Winnipeg Sea Bears this summer, earning him the MVP award and the nickname “Teddy Buckets”.  He dropped 42 points […]

Preview: Riders at Rebels

Leicester Riders look to bounce back after their first defeat of the season, as they head to the South East to face the Essex Rebels.  Fixture Information Leicester Riders @ Essex Rebels Essex Sports Arena Saturday, December 9, 4pm Falling in the capital  The Riders fell for the first time in the 2023/24 Women’s British […]

Leicester Riders Foundation brings Highscross Hoops to Leicester’s Highcross Shopping Centre

The Leicester Riders Foundation and Leicester Riders are excited to announce that on Saturday, 16th December, we will be hosting a Leicester Riders takeover in Highcross Shopping Centre. Highcross Hoops will be located in a prime location on the lower mall of Highcross Shopping Centre near Luke 1977 and Damaged Society, and will include a […]

Captain’s Log: Kimbal Mackenzie on the season so far

Leicester Riders captain Kimbal Mackenzie shares his thoughts on the team’s British Basketball League season so far… As always, thank you all for your support this season. I can’t express enough how important it has been to have you in our corner. You have been right behind us when we needed you most, and it’s […]

Championship Preview: Riders at Lions

The Women’s British Basketball League will lose one of its three undefeated records this weekend as the 4-0 Leicester Riders head to the capital to take on the 3-0 London Lions.  Fixture information  Leicester Riders at London Lions  Copper Box Arena, London  Sunday, December 2, 6 PM Off the back of a battle The Riders […]

Championship Preview: Riders at Phoenix

Sunday evening sees the Riders travel northwest to Cheshire as they take on the Phoenix in Round 12 of the British Basketball League Championship. It will be the second game of a weekend double-header for Rob Paternostro’s squad after a spirited 89-79 defeat to the London Lions on Friday night. Fixture Information Leicester Riders @ […]

Report: Riders fall to Lions

A spirited performance from Rob Paternostro’s Riders wasn’t enough to overcome a clinical London Lions team, who left the Morningside Arena with an 89-79 victory in the British Basketball League Championship. Tonight’s defeat was Leicester’s second of the season to the league leaders, dropping their record to 7-8.  Most of the Riders’ success came from […]

British Basketball League Nets Deal With Most-Watched U.S. Regional Sports Broadcaster, the YES Network

The British Basketball League has announced its programming partnership with the YES Network, the most-watched regional sports network in the United States and the exclusive regional television home of the 27-time World Champions New York Yankees, the Brooklyn Nets and the New York Liberty.  As part of this collaboration, the YES Network’s Emmy Award-winning YES […]

Leicester Riders join forces with Trophies Plus Medals as Official Trophy Partner

Leicester Riders are thrilled to announce their partnership with Trophies Plus Medals as the club’s official trophy supplier.  Trophies Plus Medals are the UK’s leading wholesale supplier of trophies and awards, offering a diverse range of sports trophies manufactured to the highest standards. This partnership will allow the club to celebrate the many successes of […]

Championship Preview: Riders vs Lions

The Riders begin December basketball on Friday night by welcoming the London Lions to the Morningside Arena in Round 12 of the British Basketball League Championship. It will be the second meeting between the two sides, the first a high-scoring 102-95 victory for the league leaders. Fixture Information Leicester Riders vs London Lions Morningside Arena, […]

Riders duo named to Team of the Week!

For the second week running, Leicester Riders have two players named to the Women’s British Basketball League Team of the Week!  Following the Riders’ overtime victory against the Nottingham Wildcats, Sam Ashby and Taylor O’Brien were recognised for their performances.  Taylor O’Brien makes the team two weeks in a row following her stat-sheet-stuffing outing against […]

Riders Head of Commerical Tracey Hallam raises £1625 for Leicester Hospital’s Charity

Leicester Riders Head of Commerical Tracey Hallam raised £1625 for Leicester Hospital’s Charity in their Boss Breakout event!  The event, hosted in Leicester Highcross, saw Tracey, among other Leicester business leaders, use her business skills to raise money for the purchase of 12 fold-away hospital beds.  The aim of each of the participants was to […]

5 takeaways from our win against the Giants

The Riders got back to winning ways in their latest outing in the British Basketball League, besting the Manchester Giants 94-79. Here’s what we can take away from the result… The importance of hitting the ground running  The Riders have found themselves battling back from early deficits throughout this season, but with three new players […]

Report: Riders record big win against Giants

The Riders got back to winning ways in the British Basketball League Championship, beating the Manchester Giants 94-79.  A 29-11 first quarter set the tone, in a game which Leicester never trailed. The hosts fended off the Giants’ runs throughout the game to remain in control wire to wire.  Points contributions came from all over […]

Report: Riders beat Wildcats in overtime

The Riders improved to 4-0 in the Women’s British Basketball League Championship, taking an 83-75 overtime home win against the Nottingham Wildcats.  Taylor O’Brien led the team with her second straight 20-point performance, leading the game with 22 points, eight rebounds and six assists. She was backed by an 18-point double-double from Sam Ashby, who […]

Rob Paternostro speaks on Riders’ departures

Following the departure of three Riders plays as part of a Riders roster restructure, Head Coach Rob Paternostro spoke to BBC Radio Leicester to explain the organisation’s decision-making process. “We had to try and find a way to be pulling in the same direction,” said Paternostro. “We want a group that is committed to winning […]

Championship preview: Riders vs Giants

Saturday’s British Basketball League Championship game is an important one for the Riders as they look to get back to winning ways and a .500 record. The Morningside arena will play host to the 3-10 Manchester Giants, who are also searching for form after losing four of their last five games. Fixture Information Leicester Riders […]

Championship Preview: Riders vs Wildcats

Leicester Riders return home to take on the Nottingham Wildcats in their fourth game of the Women’s British Basketball League season.  They have the chance to improve to 4-0 to start the season in the first season under new Head Coach Ben Stanley.  Fixture information  Leicester Riders vs Nottingham Wildcats  Morningside Arena, Leicester Saturday, November […]

Caleb Asberry and Xavier Pinson depart from Riders

Leicester Riders officially announce the departure of Xavier Pinson and Caleb Asberry from their 2023/24 roster. Following conversations with both players, the club have decided to move in a different direction from the American duo. Riders would like to wish all the best to Xavier and Caleb in the future careers. Stay tuned for more […]

Report: Riders fall to Sharks

The Riders fell to the Sheffield Sharks 91-84 on the road.  It was an intensely fought battle from wire to wire, but the Riders could never grab the lead despite bringing their deficit back to a possession several times. Miryne Thomas led the team’s efforts with 21 points, backed by Jaren Holmes’ 16.  Devearl Ramsey […]

Preview: Riders at Archers

Leicester plays their third game of the season and their second straight on the road, as they head to South Wales to take on the Cardiff Met Archers.  Fixture information Leicester Riders at Cardiff Met Archers Archers Arena, Cyncoed Campus Saturday, November 18, 3:15 pm Riders rolling to start the year The Riders resume their […]

Ted Lasso star Tom Hendryk to attend second Riders business club

Leicester Riders are set to build on the success of their relaunched Business Club with the second of three events this season on November 20, hosted by EverythingBranded.  The event, sponsored by 1284, will feature a Q&A with Ted Lasso star Tom Hendryk! Hendryk, a Leicester native, plays goalkeeper Tom O’Brien in the hit Apple […]

International Watch: Sam Ashby impresses in first international outings

Sam Ashby was on international duty this week, suiting up for Great Britain for their EuroBasket qualification campaign.  Ashby made her international debut against Sweden, logging eight minutes of action and making an immediate impact on the game with an and-one play through traffic. GB fell in agonising fashion against Sweden, losing 64-62 after the […]

Championship Preview: Riders at Phoenix

Sunday evening sees the Riders travelling northwest to take on the 7-4 Cheshire Phoenix in the British Basketball League Championship. It will be the second game of the weekend for Rob Paternostro’s squad after they fell 102-95 to the league-leading London Lions in an epic clash on Friday night. Fixture Information Leicester Riders @ Cheshire […]

Five things we learned from facing the Lions

Last night, the Riders went toe to toe with the table-topping London Lions, falling just short in a 102-94 loss. Here’s what we can learn from the fixture. Hanging with the best From wire to wire, this Riders roster showed it could compete with the best the British Basketball League has to offer. It was […]

Report: Riders fall just short to Lions

Friday night saw the Riders fall 102-94 to the league-leading London Lions after a captivating game in the British Basketball League Championship. Coach Rob Paternostro’s squad fought to the last buzzer and led mid-way through the second half, but clinical offense from Petar Božić’s side gave them their 13th win in 14 games. The best […]

How to donate to Leicester Hospitals Charity’s “Boss Breakout” event

Leicester Riders’ Head of Commercial, Tracey Hallam, is taking part in the “Boss Breakout” charity event, led by Leicester Hospitals Charity at the Highcross Shopping Centre in Leicester. We need your help to break Tracey out! She needs to raise £1,000 towards the initiative in order to escape the LHC pop-up shop at Highcross Shopping […]

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Leicester Riders and Audacious Church Collaborate to Bring Basketball to Cyabatanzi, Rwanda

Leicester Riders are proud to have contributed to the creation of a basketball club in Cyabatanzi, Rwanda.  This initiative was made possible through the club’s collaboration with Audacious Church in Manchester, as part of the church’s broader mission to provide healthcare, education and other amenities to the village, which is situated approximately 100 kilometers to […]

EverythingBranded to “Takeover” London Lions fixture

EverythingBranded are hosting a takeover of the Morningside Arena on 10th November for the Riders fixture against the London Lions. EverythingBranded will be hosting the fan zone in Mattioli Courts with activities, freebies and games running for two hours before the game. Leicester Riders’ thriving relationship with merchandise partner EverythingBranded dates back to the beginning […]

Jaren Holmes named to Team of the Week

Jaren Holmes has been named to the British Basketball Team of the week. This comes following the Michigan guard’s 28 points, five rebounds and four assists in the Riders’ 111-88 win against the Newcastle Eagles on Saturday. Holmes’ has hit the ground running in his first professional season, leading the team with 14.4 points per […]

Riders react to win against the Eagles

The Riders improved to 6-4 after a 111-88 win against the Newcastle Eagles. Here’s how the Riders reacted to the blowout win… Jaren Holmes Rookie guard Jaren Holmes led the game with his best performance of the season, putting up 28 points, five rebounds and four assists.  He explained his feelings after the game.  “It […]

Report: Riders dominate against Newcastle

The Riders improved to 6-4 in the British Basketball League Championship after a convincing 111-88 victory over the Seriös Group Newcastle Eagles on Saturday. A 36-point third quarter from Rob Paternostro’s team rattled the Eagles in the second half, and the loss drops Marc Steutel’s squad to 3-7 on the season. On a night where […]

Championship Preview: Riders vs Eagles

The Riders will begin November’s slate of games this Saturday, welcoming the Seriös Group Newcastle Eagles to the Morningside Arena for the first time this season. Despite the young season, the two squads have already built a competitive rivalry, taking one game apiece in October after 80 minutes of back-and-forth play. Fixture Information Leicester Riders […]

Sam Ashby receives first Great Britain Call-Up

Riders guard Sam Ashby has been named to Great Britain’s training camp roster ahead of next week’s EuroBasket Qualifiers.  It’s a first international call-up for Ashby, the Riders’ summer signing who has averaged 14 points and three rebounds on 52.4% shooting through her first two games of the Women’s British Basketball League season.  Great Britain […]

Riders review: October summary

October was a busy month of Riders basketball, featuring six games and four road trips. Here, we take a look back at the month of action. October games The Riders went 3-3 across the month of October, facing two doubleheader weekends and four games on the road. They began with a bang, winning 92-85 in a […]

Important Notice: Abbey Park Fireworks Event on November 4th

Leicester Riders fixture on November 4th, 7:30 pm, at Morningside Arena Leicester is set to coincide with Abbey Park Bonfire & Firework Display.  The Arena are working with Leicester City Council to ensure both events can proceed successfully.  To ensure a smooth and hassle-free experience for fans visiting the Arena for Saturday night’s fixture, please […]

McKenzie Johnston named to Team of the Week

Riders captain Mckenzie Johnston was named to the Women’s British Basketball League Team of the Week for her performance against Oaklands Wolves this weekend. Johnston put up 19 points, nine rebounds and five assists in the Riders’ 92-78 win, grabbing four boards on the offensive end. The Montana-born guard went 6-11 from the field, making […]

Miryne Thomas named to British Basketball League Team of the Week

Leicester Riders forward Miryne Thomas was named to the British Basketball Team of the Week for his performances against Surrey Scorchers and Caledonia Gladiators. View this post on Instagram A post shared by British Basketball League (@britishbasketballleague) Thomas dominated the Thursday night matchup against Surrey, putting up 20 points, 11 rebounds, four assists and two […]

Academy Wrap Up – 30th October

It was another busy weekend of Academy fixtures with 9 of our teams in action. Check out our coaches thoughts below. U14 Boys Premier 58-88 Manchester Magic “After a slow start against a strong team. We found ourselves behind but the team in the second half played some great basketball on defence and on the […]

3 things we learned from the doubleheader

The Riders come off the back of a doubleheader week, which they split 1-1 against the Surrey Scorchers and the Caledonia Gladiators. Here’s what we learned from the matchups… Bowman steps up The Riders pushed the Gladiators all the way on Sunday night, and they can credit a large part of that to Blake Bowman. The […]

Report: Riders fall in dying seconds against Gladiators

The Riders fell in a heartbreaker to the Caledonia Gladiators, losing 84-83 on the road. Clifton Moore Jr. won it with two seconds remaining for the hosts, after Kimbal Mackenzie put the Riders up one just five seconds prior. Mackenzie had a chance to win it on the buzzer but missed his effort as Leicester […]

Rayven Peeples named to Team of the Week

Riders forward Rayven Peeples has been named to the Women’s British Basketball League Team of the Week following week one’s action. Peeples was dominant in the team’s season opener, leading the Riders to a 92-65 win against Manchester Giants. She put up 18 points, 10 rebounds and five assists, and led the charge in the […]

Report: Riders beat Wolves

Leicester Riders beat the Oaklands Wolves 92-78 on the road to improve to 2-0 on the season.  The Riders had three players score over 18 points, showcasing their strength across the roster. Taylor O’Brien led the game with 21, backed by McKenzie Johnston’s 19 and Sam Ashby’s 18 in a bombardment from the backcourt.  A […]

Championship Preview: Riders at Gladiators

Sunday evening will see the Riders complete their second game of British Basketball League Championship Round 7 as they head north to face the 4-2 Caledonia Gladiators. This will be the first time Rob Paternostro’s team head to Scotland this season, facing a Gladiators squad that boast a three-game winning streak, including a close victory […]

LRF Deliver Black History Month Assembly

Earlier this week we headed over to Whitehall Primary School to deliver an assembly on Black History Month for both their KS1 & KS2 students. The aim of the assembly was to educate, inspire and create discussion on Black History and how it has influenced who we are today as a community. The assembly was […]

Championship Preview: Riders at Wolves

Round two of the Women’s British Basketball League sees the Riders take on Oaklands Wolves on the road. Fixture information Leicester Riders at Oaklands Wolves Oaklands CollegeHatfield RoadSt AlbansAl4 0JA Saturday, October 28, 5:45 PM Back with a bang  The Riders, returning with a revamped roster of fresh and familiar faces, hit the ground running […]

British Basketball League Secures U.S. Media Rights Partnership with NBC Sports Regional Networks

The British Basketball League has announced a ground-breaking media rights agreement for coverage of the League’s 2023/24 season with NBC Sports Regional Networks (RSN), marking a significant milestone in the League’s expansion strategy.  Through the partnership, basketball fans in the San Francisco Bay Area, Chicago, and Philadelphia regions will now have the opportunity to enjoy […]

Championship Preview: Riders vs Scorchers

The Riders’ British Basketball League Championship game on Thursday night pits Rob Paternostro’s squad against the 1-6 Surrey Scorchers. The Morningside Arena will host the Scorchers for the second time this season and Riders’ fans won’t need to cast their minds too far back to remember a 91-74 home victory on October 13. Round seven […]

Leicester Riders Student Night

Leicester Riders are offering an exclusive 45% student discount for Thursday’s game against Surrey Scorchers. To get your discount, click here, then use the code RIDUNI in the “enter package code” option at the top of the page. A valid student ID will be required upon entry to the Arena. Come down and support your […]

Report: Riders beat Giants to open season

The Riders recorded a dominant win in their season opener, beating the Manchester Giants at home.  American rookie Rayven Peeples led the game with 18 points, leading a third-quarter charge where the Riders built their lead. She was backed by Taylor O’Brien and Katie Januszewska who scored 16 each.            View […]

Report: Riders fall to Eagles

A Friday night filled with high drama in the British Basketball League Championship saw the Riders fall 95-90 to the Seriös Group Newcastle Eagles. In a fiercely contested game, accurate shooting beyond the arc from the home team made the difference in the Vertu Motos Arena, helping them secure their first win in nearly a […]

Championship Preview: Riders vs Giants

The Riders host the Manchester Giants on their opening night of the Women’s British Basketball League.  Attempting to follow up on making all three domestic finals last season, Leicester’s revamped roster will test themselves in competitive action for the first time in this one.  Fixture information Leicester Riders vs Manchester Giants Netball & Badminton Centre- […]

Championship Preview: Riders at Eagles

Round six of the British Basketball League Championship sees the Riders travel north to Newcastle for the second time this season. After splitting last weekend’s back-to-back games – the latter of which a loss to the Manchester Giants – Rob Paternostro’s squad will want to get back to winning ways and improve on their 4-2 […]

Ben Stanley

Ben Stanley was appointed as head coach at the beginning of the 2023/24 season, following his success with Team Solent Kestrels in the women’s NBL Division One. He was named NBL Coach of the Year after a league-winning campaign in his first season with Solent. This followed a near decade-long association with Nottingham Hoods, as […]

Shahd Abboud

Abboud is an Israeli international, who joined from Maccabi Ramat Gan in the Israeli Premier Division. She represented her country in the 2021 European Championships and has regularly played for the Israeli senior team since 2018. In 2018, the Nazereth-native was named the first-ever Arab-Israeli captain of an Israeli Premier League team by Hapoel Petah […]

Elise Tweedie

Leicester Riders signed Elise Tweedie this offseason. The 21-year-old Scot joins from the University of Edinburgh, where she graduated this summer. Tweedie played two seasons for her home country Caledonia Pride in the Women’s British Basketball League. The 6’4” center averaged 4.5 points and 4.2 rebounds and played 23 games in 2021/22. Tweedie will also […]

Katie Januszewska

“KJ” is a Charnwood product, joining the Academy in 2020.  In 2021/2022, the versatile wing averaged 19.3 points and 11.7 rebounds in the WEABL and made the All-First Team in the Northern Conference. She was also named to the Women’s NBL Division One British Team of the Year with the Loughborough Riders, putting up 13.5 […]

Kimbal Mackenzie named to Team of the Week

Riders captain Kimbal Mackenzie was named to the British Basketball Team of the Week. Mackenzie was Player of the Game on Friday night, scoring a game-high 22 points against the Surrey Scorchers and putting up six assists and six rebounds. He followed up the next day with another playmaking exhibition against the Manchester Giants, dishing […]

“Sometimes, I don’t know how I’m still playing.”- Samuel Idowu on battling back from injury

After over a season on the sidelines, Samuel Idowu battled back from injury to take to the court for the Leicester Riders. The American/Brit has returned to the UK after months of dedication to his recovery.  “I surprised myself at what I could endure,” reflected Idowu. “I always knew I was a hard worker, but […]

Captain’s Log: Kimbal Mackenzie’s thoughts on the season so far

Thank you to everybody for their incredible support this season. It’s been great to see you all back in the stands and getting behind the team.  The start to the season has been a great challenge for us with plenty of lessons, but ultimately I’m proud of the way this team is coming together. We […]

Riders fall to Giants

Saturday night saw the Riders fall to a 94-80 defeat in Manchester against the Giants in the British Basketball League Championship. Rob Paternostro’s young squad now sit at 4-2 after battling through an attritional two games in two days. Talented guards Xavier Pinson and Caleb Asberry top-scored for the Riders with 15 points each, and […]

Preview: Riders at Giants

The Riders play the second of back-to-back games, heading to Manchester to face the Giants.  After last night’s win against the Scorchers, they look to continue their hot start to the season. Fixture information  Leicester Riders @ Manchester Giants National Basketball Performance Centre Saturday, October 14, 8 PM Watch live! No Rest for Riders  The […]

Riders react to win against Scorchers

Leicester Riders improved to 4-1 with a 92-74 win against the Surrey Scorchers.  Here’s how the team reacted to the win…  Rob Paternostro  The Riders blew the game open in the third quarter, holding the Scorchers to five points over an eight-minute stretch. Head Coach Rob Paternostro credited the defensive success to the team’s work […]

Report: Riders beat Scorchers

The Riders added another win to a four-game streak tonight after a 91-74 victory over the winless Surrey Scorchers.  In a game that saw the Riders limit their opponents to just 32% from the floor, solid defence and hustle on the boards built the foundations for victory.  Rob Paternostro’s team also kept up their efficient […]

Preview: Riders vs Scorchers

Friday night sees the Riders host the Surrey Scorchers in the British Basketball League Championship – the first of back-to-back games this weekend. Rob Paternostro’s team will be in a buoyant mood after a huge 92-85 win on the road against the Seriös Group Newcastle Eagles, part of a three-game winning streak for the Riders. […]

Riders by numbers: The season’s statistics so far

It’s early in the season, but the British Basketball League is starting to take shape! Here we take you through the early statistical talking points for the Riders. Scoring success The Riders find themselves near the top of the offensive charts, following back-to-back games putting up 92 points. They rank second in points per game […]

Miryne Thomas named to British Basketball League Team of the Week

Riders forward Miryne Thomas has been named to the British Basketball League’s Team of the Week, following his performance in the Riders 92-85 road win against the Newcastle Eagles. Thomas led the Riders to victory with 17 points, seven rebounds and a block, injecting energy into the Riders’ roster with ferocious attacks at the rim. […]

5 things we learned from Riders at Eagles

The Riders took a 92-85 win on the road to long-standing rivals, the Newcastle Eagles. Here’s what we learned from the game… Miryne magic For the second straight game, Miryne Thomas led the team with 17 points. His ability to score on all three levels, run in transition and battle around the hoop presents a […]

Riders react to win in Newcastle

The Riders improved to 3-1, following a 92-85 win on the road against the Newcastle Eagles. Here’s what the Riders had to say after the hard-fought victory… Miryne Thomas For the second straight game, Miryne Thomas led the scoring load with 17 points, accompanied with six rebounds and a block in an energetic performance in […]

Report: Riders beat Eagles in thriller

The Riders improved their record to 3-1 on the season following a pulsating 92-85 win over the Seriös Group Newcastle Eagles. In a game that entertained fans inside the Vertu Motos Arena from start to finish, Leicester went toe-to-toe with their Northern rivals, matching them on the boards and on the fast break. Athletic forward […]

Preview: Riders at Eagles

Round four of the British Basketball League Championship sees the Riders heading north for the first time this season to face long-standing rivals the Seriös Group Newcastle Eagles. Following last week’s comprehensive win against the Flyers in Bristol, the Riders hope to go two-for-two on the road and keep pace with the first-place London Lions. […]

Riders review: September summary

With the first month of British Basketball League action in the books, we take a look back at September’s action… Story of September  After the disappointment of an opening night loss to the Cheshire Phoenix, the Riders responded with back-to-back wins against the Plymouth City Patriots and the Bristol Flyers. A comeback against Plymouth got […]

Report: Riders take win in Bristol

Leicester Riders took a convincing win on the road, beating the Bristol Flyers 92-74. Miryne Thomas led the game with 18 points, shooting 7-10 from the field in a red-hot performance.  Supporting Thomas in a strong team display was Xavier Pinson, whose playmaking provided an offensive spark throughout. He dished a game-high nine assists to […]

Preview: Riders at Flyers

On Saturday, the Riders will play their first road game of the British Basketball Championship season as they visit the SGS College Arena to face the Bristol Flyers. Coach Rob Paternostro’s squad will travel to Bristol in high spirits after a hard-fought 88-81 victory over the Plymouth City Patriots last Friday. Fixture Information Leicester Riders […]

Women’s D1 Roster confirmed

Our Division One women’s roster for the 2023/24 season is confirmed. Roster Returners Sasha Lecuyer Grace Roberts Kate Davies Jasmine Graham Anna Trett Rose Bryan Emma Dunsire Lauren Dabbs Eimhear Morris Erin Powell (Charnwood Academy) Emily Taylor (Charnwood Academy) Arrivals Ellie Sarri Erin Caldwell Daisy Porter Megan Curran (Charnwood Academy graduate) Lauren Cooper (Charnwood Academy) […]

Griffin Fit sponsor Riders

Leicester Riders are thrilled to welcome Griffin Fit to the Riders family. Griffin Fit’s team of dedicated coaches are committed to helping you achieve your fitness goals.  With a remarkable track record in guiding individuals towards building lean muscle and effectively shedding body fat, they provide comprehensive education on optimal techniques. Their expertise lies in […]

Riders’ home games selected for Sky Sports coverage

Four Riders home games have been selected for live Sky Sports coverage. The home games selected are: Thursday, October 26 vs Surrey Scorchers Friday, November 10 vs London Lions Friday, December 1 vs London Lions Friday, December 15 vs Caledonia Gladiators See the full 2023 British Basketball League Sky Sports schedule below. The games will […]

3 things we learned from Riders vs Patriots

Leicester Riders secured their first victory of the season on Friday, beating the Plymouth City Patriots 88-81.  Here’s what we can take from the fixture. Riders have heart  The Riders had to dig deep in the game, coming back from a double-digit deficit to get one in the win column.  The score was 61-51 in […]

Abel Alarm sponsor Riders

Leicester Riders are delighted to welcome Abel to the Riders’ family.  Abel is a leading provider of electronic security systems for homes and business premises. From intruder and fire alarms, to access control and CCTV systems and the very latest premium home automation products, thousands of people have trusted Abel to protect their families, businesses […]

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Riders react to win against Patriots

Leicester Riders secured their first win of the season, beating the Plymouth City Patriots 88-81.  Here’s what Head Coach Rob Paternostro and game MVP TJ Lall had to say postgame. Coach Rob- “It wasn’t perfect, but we showed a lot of character.” The Riders found themselves down nine going into halftime, having given up 35 […]

Report: Riders beat Patriots

The Riders claimed their first victory of the 2023/24 British Basketball Championship with an 88-81 defeat of the Plymouth Patriots. An all-action fourth quarter, that saw Rob Paternostro’s men outscore their opponents 29-16, secured the win over a Plymouth team that led by nine points at halftime.  TJ Lall dropped a team-high 14 points for […]

Preview: Riders vs Patriots

This Friday sees the Riders host the Plymouth City Patriots in the second round of the British Basketball League Championship. Rob Paternostro’s players will be looking to bounce back after falling 110-86 to the Cheshire Phoenix in their season opener. Here is all you need to know ahead of the fixture. Fixture Information Leicester Riders […]

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Last season’s matchups: Plymouth City Patriots

The Riders face off against the Plymouth City Patriots on Friday for their second game of the season, looking to even up their record at 1-1.  Here, we look back at last season’s series between the two sides.  Season sweep The Riders took the season sweep against the Patriots last year, winning all four of […]

AU Coaching Opportunities

Loughborough Basketball is offering coaching opportunities to established and aspiring basketball coaches. Coaching development programme Loughborough University is excited to offer its Coach Development Programme for aspiring basketball coaches. The programme provides mentoring, qualifications and coaching experience in a first-class sporting facility. Apply here! BUCS Coaching Opportunities We have coaching roles open for our BUCS […]

AU Basketball Trial Dates

From October 1, Loughborough University is hosting BUCS trials for both University and College students. The trials will take place at the Holywell Fitness Centre. For more information, click the application links below. Application links Women’s Loughborough College Students Women’s Loughborough University Students Men’s Loughborough College Students Men’s Loughborough University Students Only college students eligible […]

Riders fall in season opener

The Riders fell in their season opener against the Cheshire Phoenix.  It was an uncharacteristic performance from Leicester, who suffered from turnovers and rebounding throughout. This marks only the second loss in an opening game for the club during the 16-year-long Rob Paternostro era.  Iowa State guard Jaren Holmes led the team with 16 points, […]

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Preview: Riders vs Phoenix

The Riders get their season underway on Friday, hosting the Cheshire Phoenix. Here is all you need to know ahead of the fixture. Fixture information Leicester Riders vs Cheshire Phoenix Morningside Arena, Leicester Friday, September 15, 7:45 pm Get your tickets here! Riders’ early style The Riders enter the 2023-24 season with a revamped and […]

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Morning Madness

The Leicester Riders Foundation is thrilled to offer an energising morning basketball session “Morning Madness” begining on Wednesday 20th September, 7-8:30am. Open to all adults aged 18 and older, this initiative invites you to harness the power of sport and camaraderie before heading to work. Our expert coaches will guide participants through skill-building drills and […]

Curran joins Loughborough Basketball

Loughborough Basketball can announce the addition of combo guard Megan Curran. The 18-year-old played for Charnwood College in both the WEABL and U18s competitions last season, alongside the WNBL D1 side. Curran will compete for the WNBL D1 side and in BUCS competition this season.  She will accompany her playtime with her studies, as she […]

5 things we learned from pre-season

The Riders wrapped up their pre-season campaign on Friday with a win, as they prepare to get the 2023-24 season underway. Following games against Loughborough University, Donar Groningen and USA Select, here is what we learned… Strength in depth The Riders quickly discovered that their roster goes 12 deep, as they got contributions up and […]

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Riders react: USA Select

The Riders took the win in their final pre-season game, beating USA Select 105-62 in their return to the Morningside Arena Leicester. Here’s what the team had to say after the game. Rob Paternostro  “I loved the way we jumped on them early. We moved the ball well, defensively, we were in gaps, and we […]

Pre-season preview: Riders vs USA Select

The Riders host USA Select final pre-season fixture. Here is all you need to know… Fixture information Leicester Riders vs USA Select Morningside Arena, Leicester Friday, September 8, 7:45 pm Get your tickets here! Promising signs The Riders return from their Netherlands trip, which they can take lots of positives from. They beat seven-time Dutch […]

Edward Hands and Lewis Solicitors continue sponsorship of Riders

Leicester Riders are delighted to continue their relationship with Edward Hands & Lewis Solicitors.   Edward Hands and Lewis are dedicated to providing top-quality legal services to clients in the East Midlands. Their team of experienced solicitors is here to assist you with a wide range of legal matters, from conveyancing and wills to personal injury […]

Riders partner with Everards

We are delighted to have Everards as the official beer of the Leicester Riders! Founded in 1849 as an independent family business, Everards’ beers are available in more than 150 pubs across the East Midlands and are served at our home, the Morningside Arena Leicester.  Erika Hardy, Operations Director at Everards, commented: “Everards of Leicestershire […]

Gamble back for final year

Loughborough basketball are delighted to confirm the retention of Harrison Gamble for his fourth and final year.  The 6’10” Brit spent his seven-year professional career for the Leicester Riders, winning, three BBL Championships, three BBL Playoff titles, three BBL Trophies and a BBL Cup.  Gamble is also an NBL Patrons Cup winner with Loughborough and […]

Recap: Riders beat Donar

The Riders beat seven-time Dutch champions Donar Groningen 104-75, to start their pre-season campaign 2-0.  It was an impressive win against established European opponents, as this newly formed Riders outfit appears to have gelled quickly.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Leicester Riders | Basketball (@ridersbball) Kimbal Mackenzie led the team with […]

Keita joins Loughborough basketball

Loughborough basketball is excited to welcome 6’10” forward Sam Keita for the 2023/24 season.  The 23-year-old played in the BBL for the Plymouth City Patriots last season, playing seven minutes per game and featuring on 34 occasions.  Kieta spent his final college season in the NCAA D1, playing for North Carolina Central.  He will accompany […]

Teacher Meet & Greet

The Leicester Riders Foundation are hosting a Teacher Meet & Greet at the Morningside Arena on Wednesday 27th September, 12:30-15:00. The Meet & Greet provides a great to explore all the great education packages and opportunities we can deliver in your school, an opportunity to meet our Community & Education Team, the chance to meet […]

Riders sign Hamilton

Leicester Riders are thrilled to announce the signing of American rookie Marissa Hamilton for the 2023/24 season. The 6’0” forward played her final college season at Merrimack College, where she put up 13.6 points and 5.6 rebounds per game and was named to the NEC Third Team.    Prior to that, Hamilton spent three years at […]

Preview: Riders at Donar

The Riders head to the Netherlands to take on Donar Groningen over two games. Here’s all you need to know: Fixture information Leicester Riders at Donar Groningen Sporthal Wildervanckhal, Wildervank, Netherlands Friday, September 1, 6:30 pm GMT Familiar opponents The sides face off in their annual pre-season meeting, providing a stern test for both outfits […]

Campbell commits to Howard College

Former Loughborough and Charnwood Rider Lane Campbell has committed to Howard College.  The 6’0” guard joins the Hawks after being part of the Riders programme since 2019. He spent four seasons with Charnwood College, averaging 17.6 points in the EABL last season.  Campbell also put up 7.6 points per game in the NBL D1 last […]

Riders Business Club relaunched!

The Leicester Riders Business Club relaunches next month – with sponsors invited to take to the court. The first event of the season takes place on September 13 – two days before the 2023-24 British Basketball League season starts for Riders at home to Cheshire Phoenix. Sponsors are invited to bring a senior contact along […]

Sponsor Spotlight: Edmonds and Slatter Opticians

Leicester Riders are thrilled to continue their long-standing relationship with Edmonds & Slatter Opticians. Edmonds & Slatter is an award-winning independent opticians based in Leicestershire, with practices in Blaby, Glenfield, Kibworth, Lutterworth and Rothley. They provide the highest level of professional eye care in Leicestershire, and have supported the club for over a decade. Tim […]

Donar Groningen: Through the years

Leicester Riders will hed to the Netherlands to take on Donar Groningen during their pre-season. The game will take place on Friday, September 1. Riders face Donar annually, providing a stern test during the Riders’ season preparations. Donar, seven-time Dutch champions, enter this campaign after finishing second in the playoffs last season. The game will provide […]

LRF Expand Positive Futures Project

In late 2022, we partnered with Leicestershire Police to launch our Positive Futures project, funded by Street Games. Positive Futures is our latest project aimed at reaching young people who are at risk of involvement with antisocial behaviour, crime, and violence. Since January, more than 30 youngsters from St Andrews Play Association (SAPA) (a youth […]

3 things we learned from Red vs Purple

The Riders got their pre-season underway in Friday’s fixture vs Loughborough University. They took a 99-64 win, and learned valuable lessons into the rest of the pre-season. Here are three things we learned from the outing. Miryne makes his mark  Miryne Thomas dominated from the jump in his first Riders outing, putting up 17 points […]

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Leicester Riders renew partnership with Everything Branded

Leicester Riders are excited to renew our relationship with our merchandise partner, Everything Branded. Everything Branded is the UK’s number one for promotional products, merchandise and gifts. Their staff and management team have over 12 years of experience and insight into the worldwide promotional products industry.  Our partnership last season included sponsoring the Leicester Riders […]

Riders react: Red vs Purple

The Riders got their first 40 minutes under their legs last night, in their annual “Red vs Purple” pre-season outing.  They took a 99-64 win against Loughborough University, and look to build as a newly formed team going into the season. READ MORE: Riders take Red vs Purple win Here’s what Head Coach Rob Paternostro […]

Riders sign Tweedie

Leicester Riders are excited to announce the signing of Elise Tweedie for the 2023/24 season.  The 21-year-old Scot joins from the University of Edinburgh, where she graduated this summer.  Tweedie played two seasons for her home country Caledonia Pride in the Women’s British Basketball League. The 6’4” center averaged 4.5 points and 4.2 rebounds and […]

Report: Riders take Red vs Purple win

Leicester Riders took a 99-64 win in the annual pre-season “Red vs Purple” fixture against Loughborough University. Miryne Thomas led the Riders with 17 points, in a game, backed up by 15 from Jaren Holmes.  After a tightly contested opening exchange, with Loughbroough’s Justin Hedley’s five quick points making it 10-8 to the hosts after […]

Preview: Riders at Loughborough

The Riders get their pre-season underway in our annual “Red vs Purple” game against Loughborough University.  Here, we take a look at everything you need to know about the fixture… Fixture information Leicester Riders at Loughborough Basketball Sir David Wallace Sports Hall, Loughborough University  Friday, August 25, 7 pm Tickets available here New Riders era […]

Leicester Riders Mezzanine Hospitality

Leicester Riders offers action-packed entertainment in an electric atmosphere in the very heart of the city. Our excellent gameday package includes the use of one of our mezzanines overlooking the playing court and provides a unique gameday hospitalityexperience. This new hospitality experience provides a panoramic view of the game, catering, and private bar facilities as […]

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Hadley joins Loughborough Basketball

Loughborough Basketball is delighted to welcome 6’3” guard Dan Hadley ahead of the 2023/24 season. Hadley committed to Loughborough from the Charnwood Academy, where he’s suited up since 2020. The 19-year-old has been a part of the Riders pathway system since 2014, averaging 12.5 points per game in the EABL, and 12.7 points per game […]

Loughborough confirm the return of Onyia and Curran

Loughborough Basketball are thrilled to confirm the return of Edward Onyia and Oscar Curran for the 2023/24 season.  17-year-old Onyia, who was new to the Charnwood Riders Academy programme last season, will balance his playing commitments within the academy EABL league and the NBL while studying at Charnwood College.  Curran who is in his third […]

Riders partner with Champions (UK)

Leicester Riders are thrilled to announce Champions (UK) plc as an official partner.  Champions is a strategy-led growth and implementation partner for businesses with market-leading expertise across strategy, digital, communications, creative and talent. With a team of over 75 dedicated specialists, they provide market-leading expertise to drive businesses forward.  After more than 20 years of […]

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Wylie joins Loughborough Basketball

Loughborough Basketball are delighted to welcome Seth Wylie ahead of the 2023/24 season. The 19-year-old 6’2” guard, arrives at Loughborough after spending the last three seasons with Oaklands Wolves EABL and NBL sides, competing in Division One last season. In 2022, he helped Oaklands to the EABL Southern Conference title and was named Student-Athlete of […]

Karras joins Loughborough Basketball

Loughborough Basketball are thrilled to welcome Panos Karras ahead of the 2022/23 season.  The 21-year-old signs with Loughborough from Notre Dame College in the NCAA Division Two. Prior to Notre Dame, Karras played for Cardiff Met Archers II in the NBL Divison Three. Karras was named an EABL Hoopsfix All-Star in 2021. Karras will combine […]

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Loughborough announce retained core ahead of 2023/24

Loughborough Basketball’s core of young talent will return for the 2023/24 NBL Division One season.  The returners are:  Elijah Bailey Justin Hedley CJ Hayden  Joe Bielak Milo Gordon  Ben Woog David Oputa American guard Bailey joined the Riders last summer on a two-year deal, playing with the Riders while studying his MSc in International Business […]

Coach Will Maynard on BUCS glory

Will Maynard played on the Loughborough BUCS team which won its first championship in 22 years. Last year, he accomplished the same feat as head coach, leading the University to its fifth title in the last six seasons.  “Coaching is way more stressful than playing,” said Maynard, comparing the two accomplishments. “Winning as a player […]