Riders retain Ndoukou

Leicester Riders can confirm the retention of Victor Ndoukou for the 2023/24 season. The 6’8″ forward signed his first professional contract with the Riders in January to accompany his studies […]

Krumesh Patel departs as head coach

Leicester Riders can confirm the departure of Krumesh Patel as head coach.  Last season, Patel led the team to three finals for the first time in their history and third […]

LRF provide new experiences for NWSLC students

Over the past year the Leicester Riders Foundation have collaborated with North Warwickshire & South Leicestershire College (NWSLC) to provide a number of opportunities for students within the Foundation Studies […]

Samuel Idowu: Top Performances

Sam Iwodu playing for St Peter's University

Riders’ new man Samuel Idowu is a three-year professional, with experience playing in the NCAA D1 and across Europe. The 6’8″ big man brings size and physicality on both ends […]

Riders sign Idowu

Sam Iwodu playing for St Peter's University

Leicester Riders are thrilled to announce the signing of 6’8” forward Samuel Idowu. The former GB u20s star spent his three college years in NCAA division one with Saint Peter’s […]

Jelson Homes to continue long-standing partnership

Leicester Riders are delighted to confirm that long-standing title sponsor Jelson Homes have extended their sponsorship and support of the club in what will be our 16th season working together. […]

Return of the Mack

The club is excited to announce the return of point guard Kimbal Mackenzie for the 2023/24 season.  Mackenzie has proved a fan-favourite in his two seasons in Leicester, earning the […]

Thank you Pukka Pies!

Last week we hosted our Leicester Riders Foundation end of season awards night at the Morningside Arena and welcomed 500 of our academy players, parents, project groups, schools and partners […]

Riders fall just short in Playoff Final

The Riders fell just short in the BBL Playoff Final, losing 88-80 to the London Lions. A fourth-quarter comeback gave the Riders a chance to win it late, but Marc […]

Riders fall in Playoff Final

The Riders fell 57-41 to the London Lions in the WBBL Playoff final.  They remained in touching distance until the fourth quarter, keeping the Lions off the scoresheet effectively. A […]