Plymouth Raiders officially signs Andrew Lawrence

Team GB International and Olympian Andrew Lawrence has signed with Plymouth Raiders in a major signal of intent from the Devon club

Team GB International and Olympian Andrew Lawrence has signed with Plymouth Raiders in a major signal of intent from the Devon club.


Lawrence, who needs little introduction to UK basketball fans, has enjoyed a glittering career across European basketball at the highest levels in France, Spain and Italy.


The 30 year old Point/Shooting Guard joins Raiders after a spell last season in London and jis looking to make a big impact in the 20/21 season.


This news is expected to excite the city’s basketball fans, who on his last visit against Plymouth in December 2019 led Royals to a 98/90 victory at the Pavilions. However this coming season, fans will be able to cheer on Lawrence in the famous Raiders green.


Andrew, from London said:


‘I am really looking forward to the opportunity of playing for a club with such a rich history and becoming a Raider. This is an exciting time for the franchise. I’m glad to be a part of it and will hopefully help bring silverware to the city!’


Raiders Director Ross Mackenzie:


"Andrew is a real statement signing for us and we are absolutely delighted to be able to bring his talents to Plymouth, beating off competition from across the Continent. As a European player of the highest calibre, he is coming here to win, elevate his team mates and help us challenge going forward. Expectations are higher than ever".


Head Coach PJ:


“It’s great to have GB international Andrew Lawrence sign for the Raiders which demonstrates our intention as a club of wanting to be one of the top teams in the country Andrew has all the qualities and ability we are looking for in a player as we rebuild the Raiders and the team and club forward. Andrew has played at a high level throughout his career and has wealth of experience. We’re very much looking forward to working with him".




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