Gilbert in Teesside University Basketball Targets Promotion
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Teesside University’s Men’s Basketball team is firmly focused on securing promotion at the halfway mark of the British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS) Tier 4 North league season, following an exceptional and unbeaten run of form.
The Teesside team is currently unbeaten in their league campaign, an outstanding achievement that positions them perfectly to challenge for a place in the next tier of BUCS basketball. Securing the top position in their tier would grant them the opportunity for promotion, a major objective for the ambitious university programme.
The squad has seen an influx of talent this year, successfully attracting a number of elite-level players as the programme seeks to rapidly scale up and put Teesside on the map in UK university basketball.
Among the talented players driving the team's success is Anton Harris-Gilbert, who is currently studying animation at the university. Harris-Gilbert has already showcased his abilities this season, notably scoring a team-high 27 points in a strong victory over Northumbria 4s in BUCS action.
The Teesside team is confident in their future growth, with plans in place to develop links and attract players from across the UK and globally. This commitment to growth suggests Teesside intends to be a consistent contender in the BUCS structure for years to come.
Tuesday, December 09, 2025
Bermuda Basketball Announces U17 & U19 Try-outs
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The Bermuda Basketball Association (BBA) has announced try-outs for the Under-17 and Under-19 National Teams, providing an immediate opportunity for young players to step into the national program.
The try-outs will be held this week, taking place on Friday, December 13th, and Saturday, December 14th, at the Bermuda College Gymnasium.
These try-outs are a crucial part of the BBA's development pathway, aimed at selecting squads that will represent the island in upcoming international competitions, including potential FIBA-sanctioned events. The BBA is focused on fostering player development and instilling values of discipline, leadership, and teamwork.
Player Requirements Players planning to attend are reminded of the following requirements for the sessions: Attire: Players are asked to bring a reversible jersey, or both a light and a dark shirt. Arrival: All players are requested to arrive at the gymnasium 15 minutes before the actual start time.
These sessions provide a direct pathway for eligible Bermudian nationals or those of Bermudian parentage to represent their country.
Sunday, December 07, 2025
Coach Dill’s Red Storm Complete ‘Vengeance Mission’
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The Houston Red Storm, led by Coach Terence Dill, successfully avenged their early-season loss to the Midlothian Marshalls, securing a tense 98-97 victory on the road in a thrilling rematch. The win proves the Red Storm's ability to execute under pressure and marks a significant step in their season.
The game was a mission of redemption for the Red Storm, who had previously lost to the Marshalls by a single point in early November.
The Marshalls opened the contest with a furious 10-point run, but the Red Storm quickly stabilized and took a 55-51 lead into halftime. The victory ultimately hinged on the Red Storm's dominance in the final frame, where they held the Marshalls to just 19 points and outscored them 26-19 in the quarter to seal the 98-97 result.
"This win shows how far we've come since the last time we played them," said Coach Terence Dill. "This team showed maturity and heart. We bent, but we didn't break. Everyone had this date circled, and we executed the game plan, especially in the fourth quarter when things got tight. That's a huge road win".
The Red Storm relied on dominant rebounding, tenacious defense, and a superb performance from their core unit to secure the win: Dylan Spriggins (31 Points): Led all scorers for Houston, carrying the offensive load. Cam Moore (27 Points, 11 Assists): The primary playmaker delivered his second consecutive double-double, showcasing elite scoring and facilitating. Eric Boyd (20 Points): The veteran delivered a massive performance, pouring in 10 clutch points in the decisive fourth quarter. Gabriel Drayton (12 Points, 21 Rebounds): Dominated the paint, grabbing nearly half of the team's total 47 rebounds and setting the defensive tone. Eric Williams (4 Points, 3 Steals): Provided relentless perimeter defense, contributing to the team's total of 15 steals.
Overall, the Red Storm finished the contest hitting 38-72 from inside the arc and recorded 30 assists on 41 made baskets, a testament to the team effort orchestrated by Cam Moore.
Friday, December 05, 2025
Patrick’s LSU Pick Up ACC/SEC Challenge Win
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LSU Tigers men's basketball, guided by Associate Head Coach David Patrick, secured a hard-fought 78-69 overtime victory over Boston College in the highly competitive ACC/SEC Challenge at the Conte Forum, thanks to the late-game heroics of point guard Dedan Thomas Jr.
The game was an intense back-and-forth affair that required extra time, and it was Dedan Thomas Jr. who delivered the decisive plays in the closing moments of regulation to force the tie.
Thomas Jr. scored the final four points of regulation, demonstrating his composure and clutch ability to ensure the Tigers remained in the contest.
The point guard carried his momentum directly into the extra period, scoring the first four points of overtime to give LSU a crucial early advantage.
Thomas’s bucket and two free throws in overtime immediately gave LSU a 65-61 advantage. He then followed that up by orchestrating the offense, recording an assist on a Mike Nwoko bucket to complete a dominant 10-0 run that put LSU firmly ahead with a 67-61 lead.
The run proved to be the decisive factor, pushing the Tigers to a 78-69 victory in the road challenge game. The win is a significant result for LSU as they continue their early season run under Associate Head Coach David Patrick.
Tuesday, December 02, 2025
Bermuda Coaches Earn FIBA Level I Certification
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The Bermuda Basketball Association (BBA) Executive Committee has extended congratulations to a group of local coaches who successfully completed and passed the prestigious FIBA WABC Level I Coaching Course.
The rigorous training program saw several Bermudian coaches achieve the internationally recognized certification. The individuals who successfully completed and passed the course are: Damiso Husband Tommy Johnson Vernon Lambe III Jason Lowe Joshua Nesbitt Eric Rowse Gladstone Simons
The FIBA WABC Level I Coaches Course was facilitated by Coach Nelson Isley, who is recognized as the number one FIBA Instructor across FIBA’s 213 Federations, having conducted coaching programs in over 150 countries.
The course spanned six days and provided comprehensive training designed to significantly enhance the participants' coaching knowledge, individual team basketball concepts, and practical teaching ability for aspiring FIBA WABC Level I coaches. This certification will be crucial for developing the sport's talent pool in Bermuda.
