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13/08/202014:12

London Lions sign Josh Ward-Hibbert

The London Lions have snapped one of GB’s fastest rising stars as former Australian Open Champion and BBL Champion, Josh Ward-Hibbert is the latest addition to a squad being built to have impact on the European stage.

Off the basketball court Ward-Hibbert had already made his mark as one of the best junior tennis players in the world, capturing the title in Australia Junior Doubles title in 2012. However, after representing England in the European Basketball Championships, the basketball bug led to spells at Derby Trailblazers and Leicester Riders.

The 6’5” forward also captured three BUCS University Championships for Loughborough University, he will now study at the University of East London , The Lion’s official University partner, who’s range of courses have answered his need as well as play with the London Lions in the Basketball Champions League. Last season he put up impressive numbers, averaging 12 points and 6 rebounds whist hitting 51% from the floor and 41% from the three-point line.

Lions Head Coach, Vince Macaulay said capturing the young star was a no brainer, “Once we were approached and told he was on the market, we expressed an interest and made an offer that I’m pleased to say he accepted. He brings a lot of energy, he was his team’s leading rebounder last season and his game is tailor made for our up tempo style. He strikes me as very focussed and I think his prior life in tennis has given him an ability to perform when it matters.”

Ward Hibbert was happy to be settling in the capital, “I am really happy to be here right now, we have had a great few days starting back with the team. Enjoying my time here with the guys and all the staff, all have been welcoming. There are a few of us new to the team and feel like we are all synching in and gelling together really well. There is a great vibe and energy around the gym and I can’t wait to get out on the floor in competition with the rest of the team.”

Fans will get to see the team for the first time on the 15th of September, when Basketball Champions League opponents, Neptunas Klaipeda will be the visitors

Tickets and details of television coverage will come out nearer the date as we follow Government guidelines on indoor sports.

12/08/202021:07

Tashawn Thomas officially stays in Jerusalem

Tashawn Thomas is officially back in Jerusalem. Hapoel announced that the American will remain with the team for the third straight season.

 

12/08/202018:50

BC Odessa adds Delaney Blaylock

Delaney Blaylock signed with BC Odessa.
Lewis University alum averaged 12.3 points and 5.9 rebounds as a senior in NCAA.
Last season he was with Belfast Star in Irish league.

12/08/202017:17

Petar Vujačić joining Rogaška

Petar Vujačić has agreed to terms with Rogaška, a source told Sportando. Slovenian prospect played for Cedevita Olimpija last two seasons, but spent the part of the last season on a loan at Ilirija, where he averaged 14.8 points per game.

12/08/202016:53

J’Covan Brown and Tashawn Thomas reportedly expected to stay in Jerusalem

Tashawn Thomas and J’Covan Brown are expected to remain with Hapoel Jerusalem.
The duo will be at their third season with the Israeli team.

12/08/202016:44

Jonathan Galloway pens a 1-year deal with Zadar

Zadar have completed their 5th transfer this summer as they signed a 1-year deal with 24-year old American center Jonathan Galloway.

Galloway studied at the University of California, Irvine where he played for the UC Irvine Anteaters together with another Zadar’s summer signing Eyassu Worku. Interesting enough, Galloway and Worku were part of the UC Irvine Anteaters team which pulled off a major upset at the 2019 NCAA March Madness when they defeated one of the tournament’s main favorites Kansas State.

Jonathan Galloway started his pro career last season when he signed a deal with Danish side Bakken Bears. He averaged 8.2 points and 8.9 rebounds per game in the 2019/20 season.

“We have signed a player who will be one of the best defensive players of the league in the following season. I expect him to be the leader in tranings and to be a real team player down on the court. It is good that Jonathan is used to play for the winning teams. That was the case when he played for the UC Irvine and that was also the case last year when he helped Bakken Bears advance to the Final Four of the FIBA Europe Cup. We will try to help him improve his game, especially his offense. I am very happy that we managed to add such a player into our team roster,” said Zadar head coach Veljko Mršić.

Zadar have signed 5 new players this summer including Aleksandar Bursać, Filip Paponja (Cibona), Eyassu Worku (UC Irvine), Jacobi Boykins (Sioux Falls Skyforce) and Jonathan Galloway (Bakken Bears).

12/08/202016:14

Beroe signs Brady Rose

Beroe agreed terms with 24-year old American guard Brady Rose.

Rose played last season at ART Giants Duesseldorf in German ProB. In 16 games he had very impressive stats: 18.9ppg, 2.7rpg, 3.8apg and 1.1spg.

12/08/202013:31

OKK Sloboda Tuzla sign Craig Victor, Darrell Davis

OKK Sloboda Tuzla announced the arrival of Craig Victor and Darrell Davis.

Darrell Davis (24 years, 193cm) spent four years at the University of Dayton (2014-2018). After finishing his studies, he went overseas to start his pro career and has remained in Europe ever since. Davis has so far played for Naturtex-SZTE-Szedeak, Den Bosch and KB Rahoveci, while in the next season he will wear the red & black jersey of Sloboda Tuzla.

Craig Victor II (25 years, 206cm) studied at the University of Arizona (2014/15) and at the Louisiana State University (2015-2017). In the summer of 2017 he joined the NBA G League side Rio Grande Valley Vipers where he spent the following season. Craig Victor II arrived in Europe last year when he joined Swedish team Djurgarden Basket for which he played in the 2019/20 season.

12/08/202012:34

Thomas Dziagwa joins BC Dzukija

Rookie guard Thomas Dziagwa signed with BC Dzukija, his agency announced.

During his career at Oklahoma State Dziagwa knocked down 41% of his 610 attempts from long range.

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12/08/202012:11

Shawn King returns to BM Slam Stal Ostrow

BM Slam Stal Ostrow announced the return of Shawn King.
The big man played for the polish team in the 2016/17 season and in 2018/19.
Last year King averaged over 7 points and 7 rebounds per game for Denain ASC Voltaire, in the French Pro B.

12/08/202012:05

Orlandina Basket inks Xavier Johnson

Xavier Johnson is a new player of Orlandina Basket, the italian team announced.

The versatile forward out of Colorado debuted in Europe last year, for BC Rilski Sportist, in the top bulgarian division.
Johnson averaged over 16 points and 7 rebounds per game, shooting 58% from the field and 79% from the foul line.

 

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