Katie Januszewska has joined Charnwood College and will play in the WBBL and WEABL this upcoming season. The 5’11 guard previously played for the Derby Trailblazers division 2 and helped the U16s make an appearance at the junior final fours. Last season, the scoring machine averaged 30 points per game with a monster triple-double against […]
Riders Head Coach Rob Paternostro spoke to Riders.Basketball on the retirement of Andrew Thomson… “Andy is a legend of the BBL, there is no doubt about that, when you look at what he is done in his career, one thing is consistent and that’s winning.” “He has won wherever he has played and has been […]
Leicester Riders England international Andy Thomson has decided to call time on his career, as Riders restart full scale training for the new season. 36 years old Thomson has been Riders captain for the last two seasons and is one of the most successful players ever to grace the BBL. Manchester born Thomson has accumulated […]
Leicester Riders can today announce the signature of guard Jonah Mathews. Hailing from Santa Monica, California, 6’3″ Mathews spent four years at USC averaging 13.4 pts in PAC-12 in the 2019-20 season Although the season finished abruptly due to Covid-19, his last appearance for USC on Senior Day was a memorable one. The USC captain […]
Raheem May-Thompson makes a return to Leicester Riders signing a two-year deal. 6’6″ forward May-Thompson, re-joins the Riders after a spell with Cheshire Phoenix, Mulhouse Pfastatt (in France) and Worcester Wolves. Raheem played a role in Rob Paternostro’s side during the 2015-16 season when Leicester won both the league and BBL Trophy. “Obviously Raheem is […]
GB Guard Hannah Robb joins the Leicester Riders for the WBBL 2020-21 season. Prior to joining the Riders, the former Caledonia Pride guard competed in the WBBL alongside finishing an undergraduate degree at the University of Edinburgh. Last season, the sharpshooter showed strong performances for the Pride as she averaged 13.5 points, 4.8 rebounds and […]
The weekend of October 2nd will see the restart of British Basketball League competition with the specific date for Leicester Riders’ to be confirmed in the coming weeks. Rob Paternostro’s side will commence the 2020/21 season with the opening rounds of the BBL Cup competition, the league itself will tip off on Friday 13 November […]
Great Britain internationals, Whitney Allen and Ella Clark return to the Riders for the 2020-21 season. Allen will compete in the WBBL alongside working as a children’s social worker. Last season the former Charnwood player and coach provided the WBBL side with leadership, hustle, energy and defensive versatility. “I’m looking forward to seeing last year’s […]
Leicester Riders are delighted to announce the signing of William ‘HaHa’ Lee. The American joins Leicester after spending last season with German Pro-A side Nurnberg Falcons BC. The 6-9 forward previously played in the G-League with Iowa Wolves having spent four years playing for the University of Alabama at Birmingham through college. Lee was the all-time […]
Kate Oliver, Christina Gaskin and Sara Hinriksdóttir return to Riders for the 2020-21 season as they finish their masters with the Loughborough School of Business and Economics. Kate Oliver enters her fourth season in the WBBL. The Australian Center asserted her presence in the league by averaging 15.9 points, 9.3 rebounds and 1.7 blocks per […]
Leicester Riders are delighted to announce the signing of American 6’7″ guard Zach Jackson. Last season Jackson played for Ukrainian Superleague side Kharkivski Sokoly, after spending four successful years in college with Omaha Mavericks. He averaged an impressive 18 points per game in his Junior and Senior year, as well as being named in the […]
Mo Walker will return for the Riders for the 2020-21 season, it can also be revealed that having initially signed a two-year deal, Walker has now extended his stay by a further year making him a Rider for the next two seasons. Mo was all set to make his Riders debut last season but for […]
Class of 2020 Charnwood College student Alex Baker has committed to Lynn University where she will play her college basketball next season. We spoke to Alex on her time at Charnwood College and her decision join the Lynn University next season. How’s your time at Charnwood? Deciding to go to Charnwood was a very big decision […]
Giovanni took part in the Euroleage Adidas Next Generation Tournament in Kaunas, Lithuania against some of the best teams in Europe. Giovanni has only been playing 3 years and is now competing against NBA prospects. The Team Finished 5th out of 8 teams. Giovanni believes that his experience in Lithuania will only help him develop […]
Charnwood College Riders travel overseas today to begins a 2-week educational trip in Portugal made possible by Erasmus+. The trip will consist of a mix of on and off the court development for the players. The basketball development will open players eyes to local coaching and competition, furthering their understanding of different cultures of the […]
Leicester Riders secure a 3-year deal with the former Charnwood player. Winterburn will be studying a Loughborough University degree at Loughborough College through the Elite Player Pathway programme. This deal will provide her with a full scholarship and a professional player contract. Last season as a Freshman at Oregon University, she appeared in 28 games […]
Given the current situation with the coronavirus pandemic, the club have given its blessing for Kate Oliver and Brea Elmore to return home to be with their families. Kate will return to Australia and Brea to America having both played vital roles in their sides’ Betty Codona WBBL Trophy final victory yesterday.
Leicester Riders women dropped out of the top spot in the WBBL Championship, as they were beaten on the road by Durham Palatinates, 77-68. The game was a taster for the WBBL Trophy Final in a couple of weeks’ time, and a replay of last year’s final, but this time Durham prevailed. Former Riders’ star […]
Leicester Riders can confirm that they will be without Jesse Chuku next season. The 27-year old forward is to take a year away from basketball to concentrate on recovery of a pre-existing injury that has affected his time on court the last few seasons. “I would like to thank the Riders for a great year […]
Corey Johnson has committed until the end of the 2020/21 season and enters his second season with the club. Johnson averaged 12.4 points and 3.9 rebounds per game over 10 games last season, arriving midway through with Jordan Spencer before the season was cut short due to the coronavirus pandemic. Speaking to leicesterriders.co.uk, Coach Paternostro […]
Leicester Riders have secured the services of American big Darien Nelson-Henry on a two-year deal. Nelson-Henry had a successful spell with Leicester last time out averaging 13.3 PPG and placing amongst the league’s leaders for field goal percentage. “We are happy to have Darien back. He was a great guy to work with and was a very […]
The University of Leicester’s Vice-Chancellor is working in partnership with the CEO of Leicester City Football Club and the Bishop of Leicester, on a celebration of community spirit in Leicester and Leicestershire this weekend, supported by a raft of other public figures. Headed by Professor Nishan Canagarajah, Susan Whelan and Bishop Martyn Snow,Together In Hope will […]
Leicester’s waterways are set to be transformed with a series of colourful artworks as part of a major community arts project beginning this summer. Five large-scale murals will brighten up parts of the city’s riverside and canal corridor thanks to a partnership between Leicester City Council, the Canal & River Trust and local arts company […]
After three successful seasons with the Riders, Leicester Riders can confirm this morning that they will be without the services of Rema Lascelles next season as he ends his professional basketball career to take up a new challenge. “I’d like to thank both Rob and Russell for giving me an opportunity to play the game […]
British forward Jamell Anderson returns to the Leicester Riders next season after signing a new one-year deal. Anderson who has spent seven seasons in Leicestershire having made his Leicester debut back in the 2011-12 season, has racked up 274 appearances and seven trophies with the Riders. ‘We are thrilled to have Jamell back for another […]
It is with great sadness that the Club announces that Ian Davidson, the Riders Commercial Manager, has passed away. He died suddenly and unexpectedly at Glenfield Hospital on Tuesday night. He was 63 years old. Ian has been with the club over seven years, although more latterly he had gone part-time, while he pursued a […]
GB Guard Conner Washington has returned to the Leicester Riders signing a two-year deal after spending last season in Europe. Conner is one of Riders’ most decorated players having won 10 trophies over 7 seasons in Leicestershire including 261 appearances. “We are thrilled to have Conner back. We are excited to see him in a […]
Riders Managing Director Russell Levenston has today confirmed that guard Josh Ward-Hibbert will not return next season. Ward-Hibbert who still had a year to run on his contract, was contacted by another team while under contract with the Riders and he has decided to opt out of the second year. Josh joined the programme initially […]
The British Basketball League (BBL) announced today that the remainder of the current 2019/20 season will be cancelled following the continued impact of coronavirus. The statement read that member clubs unanimously agreed that there was no viable option to allow for the season to be completed in a safe and meaningful manner after the season […]
Games played: 24 Points Per Game: 15.8 Rebounds Per Game: 4.9 Assists per game: 1.75 Namon Wright joined the Riders in the summer of 2019 following graduation from the University of Colorado. Namon joined the Riders with the reputation as a talented scorer of the ball from the perimeter and did not disappoint in his […]
Games played: 10 Points Per Game: 12.4 Rebounds Per Game: 3.9 Assists per game: 2.1 Corey Johnson arrived in Leicester in late January after starting the season with Spanish LEB Silver side Zornotza. Johnson hit the ground running w providing the Riders with another lethal shooter from behind the three point line as well as […]
Games played: 10 Points Per Game: 5.30 Rebounds Per Game: 3.00 Assists per game: 6.2 Jordan Spencer joined the Leicester Riders in January after leaving German Pro A side Schalke where he started the 2019/20 season. Spencer provided the Riders with efficient minutes off the bench following his arrival as he stepped into the back […]
Games played: 21 Points Per Game: 10.76 Rebounds Per Game: 6.8 Assists per game: 1.3 Following a breakout season last campaign Josh Ward-Hibbert cemented himself as one of Coach Paternostro’s most consistent performers this season. Now in his fifth season with the club Josh looks as comfortable as ever out on the court which is […]
Games played: 26 Points Per Game: 11.03 Rebounds Per Game: 4.2 Assists per game: 3.03 Jamell Anderson returned to the Riders this season fulfilling the second year of his two year contract with the club. The Nottingham born Forward is one of the most talented defensive players in the league being able to guard all […]
A big thank you to all the Riders fans who voted this last week, the public votes are all in for the Fans Team of the Decade! A huge thank you is owed to all the players who have contributed to the club over the past 10 years, they have all played a part in […]
Games played: 9 Points Per Game: 2.6 Rebounds Per Game: 2.8 Assists Per Game: 4.4 British Guard Rema Lascelles returned for his third season with the Riders this summer after winning four pieces of silverware in that time. Lascelles’ battled injury throughout the 2019/20 season only playing 9 games across all competitions, despite this he […]
This week on Twitter we are polling the 2010-2020 Team of the Decade! We have five spots available, one for each position. We have narrowed the players down to just four for each spot and need your help in voting for which players you’d like to see in the Team of the Decade. We’ll leave […]
Games played: 26 Points Per Game: 8.46 Rebounds Per Game: 4.34 Blocks Per Game: 1.00 6’8 British Forward Jesse Chuku joined the Riders for the 2019/20 season following an 8-year stint plying his trade abroad in the USA, Greece and Spain. The Lehigh University alumni brought an ability to stretch the floor on the offensive […]
Charnwood College Basketball Academy falls under the Riders Development Pathway. The Loughborough based college hosts some of the top young British Talent from all over the Country. All students continue their academic and athletic career by taking 3 A-Levels whilst undergoing a demanding basketball schedule. The programme also falls into the England Development Pathway (EDP) […]
The Leicester Riders women play in the Women’s British Basketball League, the top-level women’s basketball league in Great Britain. The Leicester Riders have won four Titles, including three consecutive Trophy Titles and the 2021 Cup Title. The Riders enter this season off the back of making all three domestic finals for the first time in […]
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Oli Parr is set to graduate this summer from Loughborough College following coaching within the Leicester Riders programme for the last four seasons across multiple levels. Coach Parr joined the programme in 2016 following time spent with the Manchester Mystics Junior programme – studying Sports Management and coaching within the Loughborough University “My time in […]
Games played: 25 Points Per Game: 10.16 Rebounds Per Game: 4.56 Assists Per Game: 8.72 Kyron Cartwright joined the Riders following playing his rookie professional season in Hungary with Alba Fehervar competing both domestically in the Hungarian first division and the FIBA Europe Cup. Cartwright is a true Point Guard who’s ability to lead the […]
Leicester Riders Chairman Kevin Routledge has thanked all Riders fans, after an outpouring of support following the postponement of the BBL 2019/20 season. The BBL announced last Tuesday a suspension of the current season indefinitely, because of the national measures to fight the coronavirus pandemic. No date has been set for a possible resumption to […]
Following defeat on the road in Bristol last weekend the Riders will be looking to bounce back this Friday as they take on the Manchester Giants at the Morningside Arena, here’s all you need to know about the two teams. About the Giants Manchester Giants are looking to build for the future after a new […]
The Leicester Riders take on the Manchester Giants this Friday at the Morningside Arena as they look to bounce back from last Weekend’s defeat in Bristol. Here’s three things to look out for ahead of Friday’s game. Riders aim to move 3-0 on the season against the Giants In their two meetings so far this […]
Leicester Riders women bounced back from their defeat last week at Durham by winning easily on the road at Cardiff Met Archers 84-61. Riders started the game with a vengeance completely dominating the opening period 29-12. Jen Ashton opened the scoring with a three and Sarah Hinriksdottir hit two more as Riders raced into an […]
Leicester Riders Head Coach Rob Paternostro was left frustrated after Riders let another game get away, as Bristol Flyers came from behind to beat Riders for the second time this season 73-69 on Friday night. Riders had a first half lead of 13 points, and were still up 9 points at halftime, and were 6 […]
Leicester Riders slipped to a fourth league defeat of the season, going down 73-69 at Bristol Flyers. In a similar pattern to their trophy defeat in the south west, Riders had led for long periods, only for a fourth quarter rally to see the home side over the line. Jesse Chuku hit a couple of […]
Head Coach Rob Paternostro has claimed the Kevin Cadle Molten BBL Coach of the Month after leading the Riders to a perfect four wins from four in the month of February. The Riders impressive Month included their largest ever win over the Newcastle Eagles after they defeated their rivals 101-63 at the Morningside Arena as […]
Leicester Riders Head Coach Rob Paternostro had a mixed weekend, as he went through the milestone for 500 games in the BBL as a coach, splitting a pair of games in the BBL Championship. Riders had to work very hard for their sixth straight league win over Sheffield Sharks 87-80 on Saturday night, but then […]
Last weekend the Leicester Riders defeated the Sheffield Sharks at the Morningside Arena on Saturday Night before falling to the London Lions on the Road the next day, here’s three things we learnt across the two games. Depth makes the difference The Leicester Riders continued their impressive form on Saturday Evening as they took down […]
Following their 87-80 win over the Sheffield Sharks Yesterday Evening the Riders travel to London to take on the Lions in a 4pm tip. About the Lions The Lions are coming off their most successful season, including their first BBL Championship. Head Coach Vince Macaulay has recently given up his ownership position with the club, […]
Leicester Riders survived a late scare to claim an 87-80 victory over Sheffield Sharks and stretch their winning run to six games. Riders had led by 20 in the third quarter, but some impressive shooting from the short-handed visitors in the fourth period meant the result was in the balance until the final seconds. Both […]
The home of the Leicester Riders The Morningside Arena, the city of Leicester’s biggest indoor events venue, plays host to the Leicester Riders home fixtures. With various layouts and rooms available with a maximum capacity of 3,000 people Morningside Arena is not only the biggest, but one of the most versatile venues in the East Midlands. […]
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Here are the best places to get the information you will need ahead of your visit to the Morningside Arena, Leicester, whatever way you choose to travel to join us at Riders’ games. By Road/Cycle/on foot: A comprehensive list of directions can be created via Google Maps via the directions function by clicking HERE. By Bus: Buses are […]
CAR PARKING OPTIONS The Morningside Arena offers numerous car parking options within close vicinity to the doors of the arena. Game night car parking is available at the following nearby locations; Leicester College St Margaret’s Campus/Painter Street & Memory Lane Charter Street Businesses Belgrave Circle/Melton Road (free after 6pm) Morningside Arena – Disabled/Designated parking only on game days. […]
Morningside Arena is well serviced by road links as it is situated alongside one of the main arteries into Leicester City Centre, a short distance from the inner ring road, coming from the Melton Road to Belgrave Gate. People travelling to and from the venue will be able to do so easily whatever your mode […]
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PLAYER PATHWAY Loughborough Basketball Programme was created in 2010 from the vision of Riders Managing Director Russell Levenston, who wanted to create a player pathway programme for British players so they didn’t have to leave home to achieve their basketball dreams. The Programme boasts an exciting basketball development opportunity through its partnership involving Loughborough University, […]
Wright signed 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 played four seasons of NCAA D1 basketball, initially for Princeton University. In Wright’s final year […]
Jackson returns to the Club having spent three seasons with the Riders between 2020 and 2023. He played an integral role in the Riders’ 2022 treble, winning four trophies during his time in the East Midlands. During the 2022-23 season, Jackson averaged 16.2 points and 5.6 rebounds per game, shooting 55% from the field and […]
Victor Ndoukou signed his first professional contract with the Riders in January 2023 to accompany his studies at Loughborough University, committing him to Leicester for four years. Ndoukou is a product of Charnwood Academy. There, he won the 2021/22 EABL MVP award after averaging 11.1 points and 5.1 rebounds in NBL D1, shooting 46% from […]
Spencer Johnson signed from BYU, where he spent four seasons of his collegiate career. Johnson averaged 11.5 points as a senior for the Cougars on 51% shooting from the field, and logged 10.1 points and 6.4 rebounds per game in his graduate year on his way to a 23-11 record. Johnson, a Utah native, had […]
6’8” Thompson will suit up for his rookie season in professional basketball after five seasons with Towson Tigers in the NCAA Division 1. He averaged 12 points and 8 rebounds as a senior at Towson, and 10 points and 9 rebounds in his graduation year, leading the team to four winning seasons during his collegiate […]
Brooks, a 6’9” American, signed from UC San Diego Tritons, where he played his final two collegiate seasons. Brooks averaged 5.2 points and 3.4 rebounds per game in his final year with the Tritons. He was named to the Winter Big West All-Academic Team, named Academic All-District by College Sports Communicators for his work in […]
Since taking the reigns as Riders head coach in 2008, Rob Paternostro has led Leicester to their most successful period in the franchise’s history. Coach Rob is the most decorated BBL coach of all time, having won the Molten Ed Percival BBL Coach of the Year Award a record seven times. To add to his […]
Leicester Riders Supporters Club LRSC actively fundraises for the Leicester Riders to positively contribute to the club’s growth and success. The intention is to continue to organise social events and we hope this will encourage more fans to become involved. If you would like more information on how to become a member, please have a […]
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Safeguarding If you have a concern to raise on any Leicester Riders Foundation programme or activities which you, or your child are participating in, you can speak to: LRF Designated Safeguard Lead- Greg Ellis. If you are worried about the immediate safety or welfare of a child, young person or adult at risk please contact: […]
Inclusion Leicester Riders Foundation work closely with Mencap to deliver the Round the World Challenge. Round the World Challenge aims to support people with a learning disability to get out and get active in a way that is flexible, fun and motivating. We worked with North Warwickshire and Hinckley College Foundation studies department to deliver […]
Arena Development sessions The Foundation provides weekly sessions at the home of the Leicester Riders, the Mattioli Arena. These sessions are open for anyone up to the age of 18, all genders, and are open to anyone regardless of ability. The sessions are taken by our expert coaches, who will take into account the variety […]
Objectives The Leicester Riders Foundation aims to work in our local community of Leicester and Leicestershire in a variety of ways using sport as our vehicle to achieve the following aims and objectives: To promote and develop a sustainable community participation route within sport and recreation to improve people’s health and wellbeing. To provide education […]
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EDUCATION The Leicester Riders Foundation offers a variety of developmental coaching packages to schools across Leicester and Leicestershire. We provide an engaging provision predominately across Key stage two and three- children between the ages of 8 and 14, introducing, developing and inspiring a new generation of players across Leicester and Leicestershire. We aim to further […]
Leicester Riders Foundation Outdoor Sessions are back! Through the Easter Half Term the Leicester Riders Foundation coaches will be delivering two sessions at the St Matthews Big Local Court on the 31st March and the 1st, 7th and 8th of April. The session is available for anyone who would like to be involved aged 8-18 […]
U12 GIRLS Coach Ryan Evans will be leading the U12 Girls this year as they compete in the Basketball England U12 Girls League. U12 BOYS Coach Keenan Thomas will begin his coaching career with the U12 Boys who will compete in the Basketball England U12 Boys League this year. U13 BOYS Coach Peitro Tomajer starts […]
Community You can book on our sessions by clicking here! One of key aims for the Leicester Riders Foundation is to work within the local community to increase participation in basketball across Leicester and Leicestershire. We also endeavour to deliver sustainable programmes that promote health and wellbeing. As part of this, the Foundation provides weekly […]
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The Leicester Riders Foundation have been providing school coaching throughout Leicestershire to thousands of young people for last 5 years through our In School, After School and Hoops 4 Health Programmes. Our experienced coaching staff aim to excite, empower and teach young people the game of basketball. Leicester Riders Foundation deliver to Infant, Primary, Secondary, […]
We’re proud to offer a number of excellent game night packages. The 1967 Club Enjoy the highest quality game night experience as part of the 1967 club. Access to the 1967 Club includes: Exclusive access to the 1967 Club before and after games Complimentary bar until half-time; to include beer, wine and soft drinks Two-course meal […]
History in the making Leicester Riders, founded on April 26th, 1967, are the oldest professional club in British Basketball, having been founding members of the National Basketball League (NBL) in 1972 and the British Basketball League (BBL) in 1987. They were originally known as the Loughborough All-Stars, founded by students and lecturers at Loughborough University […]
Established in 1967, Leicester Riders are the oldest professional basketball team in the UK. They are also one of the country’s most successful, having won 19 titles in the top tier of basketball in the UK. Leicester Riders stand on a strong fan base that supports all of their triumphs. The club’s impact is felt […]
Season Tickets Our Season Ticket holders are an integral part of our club. Season ticket holders for the 2024-25 season will have their own seats at our Super League Basketball games. Leicester Riders Season Ticket Prices 2024/25 Ticket Type Price Adult £325 Child (Under 16) £110 Concessions (Student and over 65s) £235 Get yours here! […]
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